A liquor bar named Bangladesh Media Club Ltd., reportedly owned by fugitive journalist Nayeem Nizam, has sparked controversy over its licensing and operation. According to allegations by Aminur Rahman Khan from Purana Paltan, the bar received its license during the Awami League government under the direction of former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, allegedly bypassing regulations. Following the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government, Nizam went into hiding, yet influential groups are reportedly trying to relocate and reopen the bar despite a Home Ministry order issued on April 15, 2024, prohibiting such transfers. Attempts to secure court approval also failed after the Attorney General’s Office opposed the move. However, reports suggest continued pressure on the Department of Narcotics Control to allow the bar’s operation. Observers have called for a thorough investigation, emphasizing that a fugitive cannot legally run a liquor business under existing laws.

Malaysian immigration authorities detained 123 migrant workers, including 45 Bangladeshi nationals, during an operation named 'Ops Mahir' at a plastic factory in Johor state. The raid, conducted on Saturday evening, followed weeks of surveillance and public complaints about illegal foreign labor employment. Johor Immigration Director Datuk Mohd Rusdi Mohd Darus said the detainees failed to produce valid work permits and were charged with violating the Immigration Act. The arrested workers include nationals from Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, India, and Pakistan, aged between 20 and 48. One local human resources officer was also detained. During the operation, panic spread among workers, and several attempted to flee before officers sealed all exits. All detainees have been sent to the Setia Tropika Immigration Depot for further questioning, and authorities confirmed that legal proceedings are underway.

Bus operations between Barishal and the rest of Bangladesh have been suspended following violent clashes and vandalism at the Nathullabad Central Bus Terminal on Saturday night. The unrest began after an argument over half fares between a BM College student and transport workers escalated, leading hundreds of students to attack the terminal, vandalizing over 150 buses and setting one on fire before firefighters intervened. Transport workers allege that large sums of money were looted and 20–25 workers injured, while students claim workers assaulted them first when they protested the harassment of a fellow student. Although no official strike was declared, bus owners and workers have stopped services citing safety concerns and heavy damage. The suspension has caused severe travel disruptions across the southern region, leaving passengers stranded. Bus owners estimate losses of several crores of taka, with most buses requiring extensive repairs before resuming service.

Bangladesh police have arrested 44 activists of a banned faction of the Chhatra League in Comilla for allegedly planning acts of sabotage reportedly financed by Suchana, daughter of former MP Bahuddin Bahar. The arrests took place between Saturday night and Sunday morning during raids across the city and district. According to police, the group was preparing for a flash procession and possible unrest in key city areas, including Tomchom Bridge, Badurtala, and Dhoromsagorpar. Officers recovered bamboo sticks, banners, and other materials believed to be intended for disruptive activities. Comilla’s Superintendent of Police Mohammad Nazir Ahmed Khan said the detainees face multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit sabotage. Authorities are working to identify additional suspects, and security across the city has been tightened following the incident.

An attempted arson took place at a Grameen Bank branch in the Garidah Bus Stand area of Sherpur upazila, Bogura, late Saturday night. According to police, two unidentified individuals poured petrol on the bank’s outer gate nameplate and set it on fire before fleeing on a motorcycle. The fire quickly extinguished, causing only minor burn marks and no significant damage. CCTV footage from a nearby building captured the incident, but the suspects’ faces were obscured by fog. Bank officials discovered the burn marks the following morning and notified authorities. Police recovered two empty plastic bottles believed to have contained petrol and suspect the act was intended to spread fear. Law enforcement has increased patrols in the area and launched an investigation to identify and arrest those responsible. The Superintendent of Police stated that the attempt appeared to be an act of sabotage, though no formal complaint had been filed as of Sunday afternoon.

The British High Commission in Dhaka has issued a public warning stating that no UK visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is ever guaranteed. In a Facebook post on Sunday, the mission cautioned people against individuals or agencies claiming to secure UK visas through phone calls, emails, or text messages, labeling such offers as fraudulent. The High Commission emphasized that all visa applications and assessments are handled solely through official UK government procedures, and no person or organization has the authority to influence or guarantee outcomes. It urged applicants to rely only on information available on the official UK government website for accurate guidance and verification. The advisory aims to protect Bangladeshi citizens from falling victim to visa-related scams and misinformation.

A Dhaka court has ordered the seizure of income tax records belonging to former State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief Dr. Md. Enamur Rahman and six others in connection with corruption and money laundering cases. The order, issued by Acting Judge Shihabul Islam of the Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge’s Court on November 16, followed separate petitions from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). Among those whose tax files were seized are former Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi, former State Minister for Foreign Affairs Md. Shahriar Alam, former MPs Md. Mujibul Haque and Golam Faruk Khandaker Prince, retired Supreme Court Justice A.H.M. Shamsuddin Chowdhury Manik, and Tipu Munshi’s wife, Irene Malvika Munshi. The ACC stated that reviewing their tax records from the beginning up to the 2024–25 fiscal year is necessary for a fair investigation. The move marks a significant step in the ongoing anti-corruption drive targeting former government officials.

A Dhaka court has ordered the seizure of income tax records belonging to former Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi and his wife, Irene Malvika Munshi, in two separate corruption and money laundering cases filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The order, issued by Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Sabbir Foyez on November 16, allows the ACC to formally begin verifying the couple’s assets and financial transactions. According to case details, Tipu Munshi is accused of acquiring assets worth over Tk 5.9 crore beyond known income sources and conducting suspicious transactions exceeding Tk 32 crore across 11 bank accounts. His wife faces allegations of possessing Tk 4.18 crore in unexplained assets. The ACC stated that reviewing their tax returns and related documents is essential for the investigation, as per Section 309(3)(a) of the Income Tax Act 2023, which requires court approval for such seizures.

Unidentified miscreants set fire to a government hospital ambulance and a bus in Sylhet city late Saturday night, according to local reports. The incidents occurred between 2:30 a.m. and 2:45 a.m. at two separate locations — the parking area of Shaheed Dr. Shamsuddin Ahmed Hospital in Chowhatta and the Kumargao bus stand. CCTV footage from the hospital showed five young men arriving on two motorcycles before igniting the ambulance, which was completely destroyed. Fire service teams reached the scene and brought the blaze under control within half an hour. No casualties were reported. The hospital’s resident medical officer, Dr. Mizanur Rahman Chowdhury, condemned the act as inhumane and said legal action is being prepared. Police have collected CCTV footage and are working to identify those involved. A separate fire at the Kumargao bus stand was also extinguished by firefighters shortly afterward.

Bangladesh police have arrested ten individuals, including a Union Parishad (UP) member and a self-proclaimed student coordinator, for allegedly extorting money from sand-laden vessels on the Jamuna River in Sirajganj’s Chauhali upazila. The arrests took place on Sunday, November 16, in the Ghorjan River area during an operation conducted by the river police. The detainees, all residents of Rehai Kaulia village under Ghorjan Union, were reportedly stopping boats and demanding illegal tolls from sand traders transporting materials from leased sand depots. According to police, the extortion group used threats and intimidation to collect money, often halting vessels or assaulting workers who refused to pay. Officer-in-Charge Firoz Ahmed of Chauhali River Police confirmed that the suspects were caught red-handed and have been sent to court under extortion charges. Authorities stated that efforts are ongoing to identify other members of the extortion network operating along the Jamuna River.

An international forensic expert team is set to arrive in Bangladesh on December 5 to assist in identifying the martyrs buried in the Rayerbazar mass grave from the July uprising. Local Government Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan announced the plan during his visit to the graveyard on November 16. The identification process will begin on December 7, with both local and foreign specialists working together in a temporary morgue to determine the identities of the victims. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) will serve as the implementing agency for the project. Authorities hope the initiative will help confirm the identities of all those who lost their lives during the uprising and include them in the official list of martyrs.

A Grameen Bank branch in Gazipur’s Sreepur upazila was attacked with petrol bombs late Saturday night, causing damage but no injuries. According to branch manager Rehena Begum, around seven to eight unidentified youths threw three petrol bombs at the Maona Bazar branch around 2:30 a.m. One bomb exploded inside the boundary wall, while two others detonated nearby, burning the bank’s signboard and some important documents. Staff members staying overnight managed to control the fire with help from locals. Police later visited the scene and launched an investigation. Officer-in-Charge Muhammad Abdul Barik stated that the attack was likely carried out using a vehicle and assured that efforts were underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrators. Authorities confirmed that the overall structural damage was limited and no one was harmed in the incident.

The International Crimes Tribunal-2 in Bangladesh is set to hear testimony today in the murder case of Abu Sayeed, a student of Begum Rokeya University and the first martyr of the July uprising. The case involves 30 accused, including former vice-chancellor Hasibur Rashid, facing charges of crimes against humanity. The tribunal, led by Justice Nazrul Islam Chowdhury, will hear the 14th day of witness statements. Police constable Abu Bakar Siddique’s cross-examination is expected to continue, while a new witness may also testify. Earlier witnesses included students and police officers who were present during the killing. Six of the accused are in custody, while 24 remain absconding. The formal trial began on August 27 after the tribunal framed charges on August 6. A total of 62 witnesses are scheduled to testify in the case, which has seen multiple adjournments due to witness unavailability.

A bus parked in front of Sheikh Fazilatunnesa College on Beribadh Road in Dhaka’s Hazaribagh area was set on fire by unidentified miscreants around midnight on Saturday, November 15. According to Hazaribagh Police Station Officer-in-Charge Saiful Islam, the fire spread rapidly, completely burning the vehicle. Police arrived promptly at the scene and brought the situation under control. No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. Authorities have launched an investigation to identify those responsible for the arson. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and law enforcement officials are reviewing nearby surveillance footage and gathering witness statements to determine the cause and perpetrators of the incident.

In Gopalganj’s Kashiani upazila, activists of the banned Awami League, Chhatra League, and Jubo League allegedly attempted to block the Dhaka–Khulna highway by cutting down trees late at night on Sunday, November 16. The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. near Gopalpur Bazar, causing traffic congestion on both sides of the highway. A passenger bus belonging to Hamim Paribahan was damaged during the disruption. Kashiani Police Station Officer-in-Charge Kamal Hossain confirmed the event, stating that unidentified individuals linked to the banned political groups were involved. Police and members of the Raitail Army Camp quickly responded, clearing the felled trees and restoring normal traffic flow. No injuries or arrests were reported immediately following the incident, and authorities are investigating those responsible for the attempted blockade.