Gazipur district police have unraveled the mystery behind the murder of farmer Monir Molla, 55, within just 72 hours of the incident. Molla was found dead on December 6 in a field near the Forest Beat Office in Kaliganj’s Ulukhola area, with severe injuries inflicted by sharp weapons. Following the discovery, police launched an immediate investigation under the supervision of the district superintendent.

According to Superintendent of Police Md. Sharif Uddin, the investigation revealed that the killing stemmed from a long-standing personal conflict and a dispute involving a woman. The main suspect, Beden Mridha, a childhood friend of the victim, was arrested on December 8 from his home in Joydebpur. During interrogation, he confessed to the crime under Section 164 of the Criminal Procedure Code.

Authorities confirmed that further investigations are ongoing to determine if others were involved. Senior officials, including additional superintendents of police, attended the press briefing where the case’s progress was presented.

Bangladesh’s Detective Branch (DB) police have arrested Nur Uddin, a mechanic accused of manufacturing illegal firearms under the guise of operating an engineering workshop in Chandraganj, Lakshmipur. The arrest took place on December 9 in a remote area of Rangamati district, following a week-long manhunt after he fled during an earlier police raid.

Authorities said Nur Uddin’s workshop, 'Noha Auto Traders and Engineering,' was used to produce locally made weapons. During a December 1 raid, police recovered one homemade firearm and a large quantity of weapon-making equipment. Later, on December 7, officers discovered five single-barrel guns and one LG firearm hidden near a graveyard in Begumganj, allegedly produced in the same workshop.

Police officials confirmed that legal proceedings have begun under the Arms Act. The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement to curb the spread of illegal weapons manufacturing in rural Bangladesh, a growing concern for local security agencies.

A 24-year-old factory worker named Mohammad Hossain was fatally stabbed in Dhaka’s Lalbagh area on Tuesday afternoon following a dispute linked to a previous altercation. The attack occurred around 3:30 p.m. in Shahidnagar Lane No. 2, where Hossain was ambushed by a local youth named Abir. He was rushed to Dhaka Medical College Hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

According to witnesses, the conflict began the previous night when Abir demanded an iron pipe from Hossain’s friend Nirab. After Nirab refused, Abir slapped him, prompting Hossain to intervene and strike back. Although the issue was reportedly settled by local residents, Abir allegedly retaliated the next day with a knife attack. Police confirmed multiple stab wounds to Hossain’s chest and abdomen.

Lalbagh police have launched an investigation to determine whether the killing stemmed from personal enmity or provocation. Officers stated that all individuals involved will be brought under legal scrutiny as the inquiry continues.

Four people were killed in three separate road accidents in Chapainawabganj district on Tuesday, according to local police. The incidents occurred in Shibganj, Bholahat, and Gomostapur upazilas at different times of the day. In Shibganj’s Satrajitpur area, 93-year-old Bosed Ali died after being hit by a locally made vehicle while crossing the road. Later, in Bholahat’s Islampur area, eight-year-old schoolboy Hasan Ali was struck and killed by a trolley while returning home from school.

In the afternoon, two motorcyclists, Ashik Ali (25) and Abdullah (30), died on the spot after a truck collision in Rahonpur Tentultala area of Gomostapur upazila. Police from the three upazilas confirmed that the bodies were recovered and legal procedures are underway.

The series of accidents has raised concerns about road safety and the lack of enforcement of traffic regulations in rural areas of Bangladesh, where unregistered vehicles and poor road conditions often contribute to fatalities.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md. Sajjat Ali has urged city residents to verify the identity of domestic workers before hiring them. In a statement issued on Tuesday night, the DMP emphasized that employers should collect a copy of the worker’s national ID card, a recent passport-sized photograph, and the names and addresses of at least two identifiers to ensure proper verification.

The commissioner also requested citizens to cooperate with police by accurately filling out tenant registration forms and providing necessary personal details. The advisory follows a recent double murder in Mohammadpur allegedly committed by a domestic worker, as well as recurring incidents of theft and disappearance involving household staff.

Authorities believe that increased public awareness and adherence to verification procedures could significantly reduce such crimes. The DMP plans to strengthen community policing and data collection to improve urban safety and prevent similar incidents in the future.

Authorities in Gazipur, Bangladesh, have uncovered a startling case of identity fraud inside the district jail. A man named Saiful Islam was found serving a prison sentence on behalf of the actual accused, Chattar Mia, in a forest department case. Saiful reportedly accepted 15,000 taka to impersonate Chattar and surrender before the court, leading to his imprisonment under the false identity.

Local residents and officials revealed that Chattar, accused of illegal tree felling in the Fulbaria area, remains free despite a court order for his detention. Jail officials confirmed the deception after a biometric check exposed the mismatch between the prisoner’s identity and official records. The jail superintendent has since notified the court of the irregularity.

Legal experts and residents have expressed outrage, calling for a thorough investigation into how court and prison procedures failed to detect the fraud earlier. Authorities are expected to review the involvement of lawyers and local intermediaries who facilitated the substitution, as the case raises serious concerns about accountability in the justice system.

An unexpected clash broke out on Tuesday between students of Dhaka College and Dhanmondi Ideal College, leading to a series of chases and counter-chases near the campuses. Deputy Commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (Ramna Division) Masud Alam confirmed that the situation escalated after allegations that some Ideal College students attacked a Dhaka College bus. Police quickly intervened, dispersing the students and restoring order.

Authorities said several students were injured during the confrontation. Meetings between police, college administrations, and teachers were held to calm tensions. DC Masud stated that investigators are examining whether any external groups were involved and have requested video evidence from both institutions. He also clarified that a viral photo of a student named Ahad was from a previous incident and that he is no longer enrolled at Ideal College.

The clash comes less than a month after both colleges signed a peace agreement mediated by New Market Police, pledging to avoid future violence. Police remain on alert as normalcy gradually returns to the area.

Dhaka police are investigating the gruesome killing of Laila Afroz and her daughter Nafisa Lawal Binte Aziz, whose bodies were found with multiple stab wounds in their Mohammadpur residence on December 8. The authorities have filed a murder case naming domestic worker Ayesha as the prime suspect, though the motive remains unclear.

Investigators described the attack as unusually brutal, with forensic reports showing over 30 injuries on the mother and several deep wounds on the daughter. Deputy Commissioner Ibn Mizan of the Tejgaon Division said the nature of the killings suggests the assailant was a trained killer. CCTV footage is being analyzed to trace the suspect’s movements before and after the incident.

Police sources indicated that the killer may have changed clothes and left the scene calmly, adding to suspicions of premeditation. Investigators expect to identify the motive and apprehend the suspect soon, as the case has sparked public concern over household security and background checks for domestic workers.

A renewed clash broke out between students of Dhaka College and Ideal College in Dhaka’s Science Lab area on Tuesday, just a month after both sides had reached a verbal ‘peace agreement’ to end previous hostilities. The altercation began around 11:30 a.m. when students from Ideal College allegedly threw stones at a Dhaka College bus near Labaid Hospital, prompting a violent response.

Police from New Market and Kalabagan stations intervened to disperse the students and restore order. New Market Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mohammad Ayub confirmed that Dhaka College students were sent back to campus, while Kalabagan police worked to control the situation from the Ideal College side. Authorities are investigating whether any deeper causes triggered the renewed violence.

Frequent clashes among students of Dhaka College, Ideal College, and Dhaka City College have long disrupted traffic and caused distress to commuters in the Science Lab area. The latest incident raises concerns about the sustainability of informal peace deals and the need for stronger institutional measures to prevent recurring unrest.

Three senior army officers were presented before Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal on Tuesday in connection with a case alleging enforced disappearances and torture at the Joint Interrogation Cell (JIC) during the Awami League government’s tenure. The officers—Major General Sheikh Md. Sarwar Hossain, Brigadier General Md. Mahbubur Rahman Siddiqui, and Brigadier General Ahmed Tanvir Majhar Siddiqui—were brought from a special military prison in Dhaka under tight security.

The case lists 13 accused, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as the principal defendant, along with her former defense adviser Tariq Ahmed Siddiq and ten others who remain fugitives. Chief Prosecutor Mohammad Tazul Islam previously filed five charges detailing the alleged torture of 26 victims between 2015 and 2024. The tribunal, chaired by Justice Md. Golam Mortuza Mozumdar, began hearings with both state defense and defense counsel present.

Legal analysts note that this is one of the most politically sensitive cases in recent years, potentially testing the scope of accountability for alleged human rights violations by state institutions. Further hearings are expected in the coming weeks.

A Manikganj District and Sessions Judge Court on Monday rejected the bail plea of Baul singer Abul Sarkar, who has been in custody since November 19 on charges of making derogatory comments about Islam during a musical performance. Judge S.K.M. Tofayel Hasan delivered the order following a hearing attended by 15–16 defense lawyers and public prosecutor Nurataj Alam Bahar representing the state.

Following the court’s decision, several lawyers staged a demonstration in the court premises demanding punishment for the artist. Sarkar’s counsel, Jinnat Ali, stated that this was the second bail petition after an earlier rejection by the Chief Judicial Magistrate Court on November 23. The case stems from a November 4 performance in Ghior, Manikganj, where a video of Sarkar’s remarks went viral on social media, sparking widespread criticism.

If convicted, Sarkar faces up to two years in prison, a fine, or both under existing laws. The case has drawn attention to the intersection of artistic expression and religious sensitivity in Bangladesh’s cultural sphere.

Bollywood filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has been arrested along with his wife Shwetambari Bhatt and daughter Krishna in connection with an alleged ₹30 crore financial fraud linked to an IVF-related project. Rajasthan and Mumbai police jointly conducted the operation, detaining the accused from the residence of Bhatt’s sister-in-law. The arrests follow a notice issued by Udaipur police a week earlier, instructing all accused to appear by December 8 and restricting foreign travel without permission.

According to police sources, the complaint was filed by Ajay Murdia, who had planned to produce a biopic about his late wife. Murdia reportedly met Bhatt through Udaipur resident Dinesh Kataria and transferred funds after Bhatt assured him that he would handle the film’s production, involving his wife and daughter. The financial transactions later became disputed, leading to the fraud allegations.

The case has drawn wide attention in the Indian film industry, raising questions about celebrity-led investment schemes and transparency in private film financing. Further investigation is underway to trace the flow of funds and determine the extent of Bhatt’s involvement.

A powerful car bomb exploded outside a police station in the coastal town of Coahuayana, Michoacán state, Mexico, killing at least five people and injuring three others, authorities confirmed on Sunday. The explosion occurred shortly before noon on Saturday, according to the Attorney General’s Office, which has taken over the investigation.

Officials initially reported three deaths, later revising the toll to five, including three local police officers. The attack marks one of the deadliest incidents in the region in recent months, an area long troubled by organized crime and cartel-related violence. Local media reported that emergency services and forensic teams were deployed immediately after the blast.

Security analysts warn that the bombing underscores the growing use of improvised explosive devices in Mexico’s criminal conflicts. Federal authorities are expected to increase patrols in Michoacán as investigations continue into the perpetrators and possible cartel links.

Bollywood filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has been arrested by Rajasthan Police on charges of financial fraud amounting to ₹30 crore. The arrest took place in Mumbai’s Bandra area at the residence of his sister-in-law, following a joint police operation. The case stems from a complaint filed by Dr. Ajay Murdia, a prominent IVF specialist and founder of Indira IVF, who accused Bhatt and his wife Shwetambari of misappropriating funds.

According to the complaint lodged at Udaipur’s Bhupalpura police station, Dr. Murdia had invested around ₹30 crore in several of Bhatt’s film projects, including a proposed biopic on Murdia’s wife. The doctor alleges that Bhatt failed to deliver any of the promised work and did not return the invested money. Police had earlier issued a lookout notice against the couple and restricted their international travel.

Authorities stated that Bhatt will be presented before a Bandra court for a transit remand to facilitate his transfer to Udaipur. The arrest has sparked widespread discussion in the Indian entertainment industry about financial accountability in film financing.

A seven-year-old boy and his mother were arrested in Chattogram on kidnapping charges, sending shockwaves through the local court and police departments. The arrest followed a complaint filed by a woman whose four-year-old son went missing from Chattogram Medical College Hospital in April. Police detained the child and his mother from the city’s Soloshahar area and presented them before court, which ordered the mother to jail and the child to a juvenile development center in Tongi.

Legal experts and rights activists quickly pointed out that under Bangladesh’s Children Act, no child under nine can be treated as an accused. Following this revelation, the prosecution sought bail for the child, which the court granted on Sunday. Chattogram Metropolitan Police officials said they are reviewing the incident and will take corrective measures if procedural errors are confirmed.

The case has reignited debate over the handling of minors in the justice system, highlighting gaps in police training and child protection protocols. Authorities are now under pressure to ensure accountability and prevent similar incidents.