A Dhaka court has once again postponed the submission of the investigation report in the long-running murder case of Bangladeshi film actor Salman Shah. The report, which was due on December 7, could not be submitted by the investigating officer, prompting Metropolitan Magistrate Jewel Rana to set a new date of January 13 for submission. The case names 11 accused, including Salman Shah’s former wife Samira Haque, her mother Latifa Haque Luchi, businessman Aziz Mohammad Bhai, and actor Don.

The case has a complex history dating back to 1996, when Salman Shah was found dead at his Eskaton residence. Initially treated as an unnatural death, the case was later reclassified as a murder following petitions from Shah’s family. Multiple investigations by the CID and judicial authorities have alternately concluded suicide or homicide, leading to repeated legal challenges. The latest revision petition was filed in June 2022 after the PBI’s final report was accepted in 2021.

Legal observers note that the repeated delays underscore procedural challenges in Bangladesh’s high-profile criminal cases, with the next hearing expected to determine whether the investigation will finally move forward.

A late-night gas leak explosion in Kanchpur Patatta village of Sonargaon, Narayanganj, left four members of the same family severely burned early Friday. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. when accumulated gas inside their home ignited, causing a sudden blast. The victims—Jarina Begum (65), Alauddin (35), Sathiya Akter (14), and Saima (4)—were rushed to the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery in Dhaka around 4 a.m.

According to relatives, the family used piped gas for cooking, and a leak overnight allowed gas to fill the room. When a spark occurred, the explosion followed. Dr. Shawon Bin Rahman, a resident physician at the burn institute, said Alauddin sustained 40% burns and was admitted to the ICU, while the others suffered burns ranging from 12% to 30%. Police from Sonargaon station have been informed about the incident.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the leak, while safety experts again urged regular maintenance of household gas connections to prevent similar accidents.

At least 11 people, including a three-year-old child, were killed when gunmen opened fire inside a hostel in Pretoria, South Africa, early Saturday morning. Police reported that 25 people were shot, with 14 hospitalized and 12 others injured. The attack occurred in the Soshanguve area, about 18 kilometers from central Pretoria, at a hostel known for illegal alcohol sales.

Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe said three armed men entered the hostel’s unlicensed drinking area around 4:30 a.m. and began shooting indiscriminately at a group of men. Victims also included a 12-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl. Authorities have yet to determine a motive, and no arrests have been made as investigations continue.

South Africa has one of the world’s highest murder rates, and officials warn that illegal liquor outlets often become flashpoints for deadly violence. The incident has renewed calls for stricter enforcement against unlicensed taverns and better policing in high-risk communities.

Bangladesh’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) will begin exhuming the remains of 114 unidentified martyrs from the July uprising on Sunday at the Rayerbazar graveyard in Dhaka. The operation aims to collect DNA samples to establish their identities, following a court order issued in August. CID officials confirmed that after forensic examination and DNA collection, the bodies will be reburied with proper procedures.

CID’s media superintendent Jasim Uddin Khan said the process will start early Sunday morning, with CID chief Mohammad Shibgat Ullah briefing the press beforehand. Forensic experts, including anthropologist and consultant Luis Fondibraider, will assist in the identification process. The burial site has been specially prepared with marble and tiles by the city corporation to preserve its sanctity.

The exhumation marks a significant step toward honoring the memory of those who died during the July movement. Authorities hope the DNA analysis will bring closure to families still searching for missing relatives and strengthen the historical record of the uprising.

Two key government offices in Magura — the Assistant Land Commissioner’s office and the District Sub-Registrar’s office — were set on fire early Saturday morning, reportedly by unidentified miscreants. The attackers allegedly poured petrol through windows and door gaps before igniting the blaze around 4 a.m. The fire damaged crucial land records, cash stamps, computers, and other official documents before firefighters managed to bring it under control.

According to police sources, bottles and petrol residues were recovered from the scene. The night guard alerted emergency services by calling 999, prompting a rapid response from the fire service. Additional Superintendent of Police Mirajul Islam stated that no formal complaint had yet been filed by either office, but law enforcement had already begun an independent investigation to identify those responsible.

Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage and potential data loss. The incident has raised concerns about the security of sensitive land and registration records in the district, prompting calls for enhanced surveillance and fire safety measures in government facilities.

Six members of a single family, including women and children, were severely burned in a gas line explosion at their home in Dhaka’s Agargaon area early Saturday morning. The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m., reportedly due to a gas leak that ignited inside the residence near the Islamic Foundation’s Paka Market. The injured were taken to the burn unit of Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) around 7:45 a.m. for emergency treatment.

The victims were identified as Jalil Mia (50), Aneeza Begum (40), Asif Mia (19), Sakib Mia (16), Monira (17), and Eva (6). According to their relative Afran Mia, the explosion happened suddenly while the family was inside the house. DMCH police camp in-charge Inspector Faruk confirmed that all six victims were receiving treatment, though the extent of their burns was not immediately known.

Authorities have informed the local police station, and an investigation is expected to determine whether the blast resulted from a gas leak or faulty pipeline maintenance.

Syed Nizam Uddin, Deputy Registrar of Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PSTU), has been accused of serious irregularities in recruitment, promotion, and financial management. University staff allege that Nizam obtained his position through political influence and bribery, despite lacking required academic qualifications. He reportedly advanced from section officer to deputy registrar within four years, bypassing government promotion rules.

Multiple officials claim Nizam misused his authority in the finance department to embezzle large sums, purchase luxury properties, and demand payments for administrative approvals. Documents suggest he leveraged his role as an executive member of the Bangabandhu Officers’ Association and his political connections to maintain influence. The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has stated it will review the allegations and coordinate with university authorities if evidence is found.

PSTU’s acting registrar and vice-chancellor confirmed that an internal investigation will be launched. If proven, disciplinary measures will follow, marking a potential test of accountability within Bangladesh’s public university administration.

A man named Babu, aged 40, was stabbed to death during a wedding preparation meeting at a residence in Hathazari, Chattogram, on Friday night. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. at the house of Musha Saudagar in the Farhadabad Union area. Two others, Babu’s brother Imrul Hossain Bachchu and cousin Imon, were injured while trying to intervene.

According to local sources, an argument broke out between Babu and another family member, Jasim, 48, during the social gathering known as a “pansolla.” The dispute escalated when Jasim reportedly fetched a knife from inside the house and attacked Babu, causing fatal injuries. Locals detained the suspect at a nearby hotel before police arrived to control the situation. Hathazari Model Police Station’s Officer-in-Charge Manjur Kader Bhuiyan confirmed the incident and said further details would follow.

The attack has shocked the local community, highlighting how minor disputes can turn deadly in family events. Police are investigating the motive and have taken the suspect into custody for questioning.

Former Cox’s Bazar police officer Babul Azad, now serving as officer-in-charge of Chattogram’s Double Mooring Police Station, has been named in a murder case linked to the 2013 killings of two Jamaat-e-Islami activists during protests following the death sentence of Delwar Hossain Sayeedi. Witnesses and victims’ families allege Azad led police gunfire that killed Abdur Rashid and Nurul Haque, and injured dozens more. The case, filed by Rashid’s father, had long seen no progress under the previous administration.

Azad, once praised by ruling Awami League leaders for his “firmness” against opposition activists, reportedly rose quickly through the ranks. Following the recent political shift known as the “July Revolution,” he has been accused of switching allegiance and abusing power, including extortion, assaulting journalists, and detaining citizens over social media posts critical of police. Business figures and journalists have also accused him of torture and corruption.

The renewed attention to Azad’s past and present conduct underscores growing scrutiny of politically aligned policing in Bangladesh. Rights groups are calling for impartial investigations into the 2013 killings and recent allegations of abuse.

A 15-year-old boy has been accused of raping a five-year-old girl in Sripur village under Chandpur Union, Kumarkhali upazila of Kushtia district. The assault reportedly occurred on Tuesday, December 2, when the minor lured the child into his home. The victim’s family filed a case on Friday night, December 5, after initial attempts to settle the matter privately failed.

According to police, the accused’s mother initially tried to suppress the incident by urging the victim’s mother not to disclose it. The child later fell ill and was taken to Kushtia General Hospital for treatment. Kumarkhali Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md Amirul Islam stated that the delay in filing the case was due to efforts to resolve the issue within the families. Authorities have since registered a rape case and launched an operation to arrest the accused.

The case has sparked local outrage and renewed calls for stronger protection of children and stricter enforcement of sexual assault laws in rural Bangladesh.

At least fifteen people, including several children, were burned in a devastating fire caused by a gas cylinder leak in Tukchanpur Charpara, under Aganagar Union of Bhairab upazila in Kishoreganj. The incident occurred on Thursday evening, December 4, when a shopkeeper accidentally left the gas regulator open before locking his shop. Gas accumulated inside the closed shop, leading to a sudden explosion and fire that spread quickly. Locals rescued the injured and took them to Bhairab Upazila Health Complex, from where twelve critically burned victims were transferred to the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery in Dhaka. Three others received primary treatment and were released. Witnesses reported that several schoolchildren and pedestrians standing nearby were also caught in the flames. One victim, Harun Mia, sustained burns over 80 percent of his body and remains in critical condition. Authorities confirmed that most victims suffered burns ranging from 20 to 30 percent.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Bangladesh has filed a case against Oishi Khan, daughter of Shahjahan Khan, a key ally of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, for allegedly acquiring wealth beyond known sources of income and failing to submit her asset declaration within the stipulated time. According to ACC Director General Md Akhter Hossain, the case was lodged by Assistant Director S.M. Rashedul Hasan. Investigations revealed Oishi Khan possessed assets worth about Tk 17.02 million and family expenditures of Tk 1.15 million, against a legal income of only Tk 1.05 million, leaving Tk 17.11 million unexplained. The ACC also suspects she may hold additional undisclosed assets. Despite being granted an extension beyond the initial 21 working days, she did not file her asset statement. The ACC stated that her actions constitute punishable offenses under Sections 26(2) and 27(1) of the Anti-Corruption Commission Act, 2004.

A case has been filed in Brahmanbaria against five individuals, including National Citizen Party (NCP) leader Mohammad Ataullah, for allegedly assaulting a pregnant female party member, Bipasha Akter. The complaint, lodged on December 2 in the Senior Judicial Magistrate (Speedy Trial) Court, accuses the defendants of physically assaulting, humiliating, and snatching a gold chain from Bipasha, who is two and a half months pregnant. The alleged attack occurred on November 29 at the NCP district office following internal disputes over a photo taken with a central leader. The court has directed the Sadar Model Police Station to investigate the incident. The accused have denied the allegations, claiming they were fabricated to tarnish their reputations. Police officials stated that the case will be thoroughly investigated to uncover the truth behind the incident.

Four people, including three members of the same family, were killed and four others injured in a head-on collision between a passenger bus and a battery-run easybike in Bhanga upazila of Faridpur on Friday afternoon. The accident occurred around 12:15 pm when a New Modern Paribahan bus from Kuakata to Jhenaidah collided with an easybike heading toward Purbo Sadardi at the Kaidubi rail crossing. The deceased were identified as Nurunnahar Begum (55), her daughter Rimu Begum (35), and grandson Raihan (3), all from Purbo Sadardi village, and an unidentified elderly man aged about 65. Local residents, highway police, and fire service personnel rushed to the scene, rescuing the injured and sending them first to Bhanga Hospital and later to Dhaka Medical College Hospital. Police have seized the bus and are working to identify the fourth victim. Legal procedures are underway, and the bodies will be handed over to the families after formalities.

A case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act in Pakundia, Kishoreganj, has drawn public attention after it included a prisoner and an expatriate among the accused. The case, lodged by local Jubo Dal leader Khurshid Alam, accuses 39 Awami League activists and 50–60 unidentified individuals of blocking the Kishoreganj–Pakundia highway by felling trees. Among the accused, Abu Hanifa has been in Kishoreganj District Jail since July 31, raising questions about how he could have participated in the alleged blockade on November 14. Another accused, Union Parishad chairman Nuruzzaman, has been abroad since October 23. The plaintiff admitted that some names might have been mistakenly added due to confusion during the nighttime incident. Police officials said the case is under investigation and assured that only the actual perpetrators would face legal action, while innocent individuals would not be wrongfully charged or arrested.