Two houses belonging to Jubo Dal leaders were attacked and set on fire in Sarishabari upazila of Jamalpur early Monday. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. on Sunday night, January 25, in Doyail village of Doyail Union, when unidentified miscreants threw kerosene-filled bottles at the homes of Md. Liton Mia, a member of the union Jubo Dal, and Md. Wasim Munshi, president of the 9th Ward Jubo Dal. The attackers also vandalized the fence of Liton’s house before fleeing. Police from Sarishabari station visited the scene shortly after receiving the report.

According to Officer-in-Charge Md. Bacchu Mia of Sarishabari Police Station, initial investigation suggests that the attack may have stemmed from previous enmity. He added that preparations are underway to file a formal complaint, and legal procedures are in progress.

Police are continuing their inquiry into the incident, but no arrests or further details were reported at the time of publication.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) reported seizing smuggled goods, weapons, ammunition, and narcotics worth Tk 1,908.28 crore across the country in 2025. The force also arrested 7,492 individuals from India and Myanmar for illegal border crossings, according to a press release issued on Monday by BGB’s Public Relations Officer Md Shariful Islam.

The seized items included 60 kilograms of gold, 168 kilograms of silver, and large quantities of textiles such as saris, three-piece sets, and ready-made garments. Essential goods like sugar, onions, and cumin were also recovered, along with fireworks, cosmetics, and 1,708 vehicles. BGB confiscated 64 pistols, 10 rifles, 3 revolvers, 19 hand grenades, 79 hand bombs, and over 73,000 lead bullets. Under the government’s zero-tolerance policy on drugs, the force seized more than 14.7 million yaba tablets, crystal meth, phensedyl, heroin, cocaine, and illegal liquor.

BGB detained 2,334 people for involvement in smuggling and drug trafficking and stated that its strict operations to secure borders and prevent smuggling will continue nationwide.

A Dhaka court has granted a four-day remand for Syed Sohanur Rahman Siam, son of former PSC chairman’s driver Syed Abed Ali, in connection with a question leak case. The order was issued on Monday by Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Sabbir Faiz. Siam, who was already in jail, was produced before the court for the remand hearing. Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) prosecutor Tarikul Islam argued in favor of the remand, while the defense sought its cancellation. After hearing both sides, the court approved the remand.

Earlier, on Thursday, ACC Assistant Director Al Amin had shown Siam arrested and sought a seven-day remand, with the hearing scheduled for January 26. On January 5, the ACC filed three cases against Abed Ali, his wife Shahreen Akter Shilpi, and their son Siam. The cases allege suspicious transactions totaling over Tk 41 crore across 12 bank accounts and the acquisition of unexplained wealth by all three family members.

The ACC also accused Siam, a Chhatra League leader, of possessing Tk 3.3 crore in unexplained assets.

A Dhaka court has ordered the seizure of 148 decimals of land and two flats owned by Shahreen Akter Shilpi, wife of Syed Abed Ali, the former driver of a former Public Service Commission chairman, in a case filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) over alleged illegal wealth. The court also froze her car worth Tk 3.3 million and four bank accounts. The order was issued on Monday by Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Sabbir Faiz, following a petition from ACC Deputy Assistant Director Zakir Hossain.

According to the case, the ACC alleged that Shilpi acquired Tk 12.66 million in unexplained wealth and conducted suspicious transactions totaling Tk 35.64 million through two bank accounts. Her husband, Abed Ali, is accused of possessing Tk 37.29 million in illegal assets and making suspicious transactions worth Tk 412.9 million through 12 bank accounts. Their son, Syed Sohanur Rahman Siam, faces similar allegations involving Tk 33 million.

The court’s order aims to prevent the transfer of the assets during the ongoing investigation into the family’s alleged accumulation of wealth beyond known income sources.

Police in Kishoreganj upazila of Nilphamari sent six online casino gamblers to jail on Monday afternoon following their arrest on Sunday evening. The arrests took place in Mushrut Paniyal Pukur Balapara village, where officers seized Android mobile phones containing casino gaming apps from each suspect. The detainees were identified as Rakib Mia, Nur Hossain, Riju Islam Ratul, Shahin Alam, Abdul Aziz, and Manik Mia, all residents of the local area.

Officer-in-Charge Lutfor Rahman of Kishoreganj Police Station stated that the detainees were sent to jail through the court in a case filed under the Cyber Security Act for engaging in online casino gambling. The police action highlights enforcement efforts against illegal online gambling activities in the region.

The case marks a continuation of local authorities’ attempts to curb cyber-related offenses, with the seized devices expected to serve as evidence in the ongoing legal process.

Police in Gobindaganj, Gaibandha arrested six Awami League leaders following an attack on officers during an operation to detain former union parishad chairman and local Awami League publicity secretary Zobayer Hasan Shafik Mahmud Golap. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Sunday when police surrounded Golap’s residence to execute the arrest. Supporters of Golap, numbering about 50 to 60, allegedly launched a sudden assault on the police, injuring three officers who were later hospitalized at Gobindaganj Upazila Health Complex.

Following the attack, Sub-Inspector Akhtaruzzaman filed a case naming 18 individuals and including 50 to 60 unidentified persons. Police subsequently conducted a night raid and detained six named suspects from the area. Officer-in-Charge Mozammel Haque confirmed that the detainees were sent to district jail through the court on Monday. Authorities stated that the law and order situation in the area remains stable, with continued police surveillance to prevent further unrest.

Students of the Al-Quran and Islamic Studies Department at Islamic University (IU) in Kushtia staged a human chain on Monday, January 26, demanding the arrest and exemplary punishment of those responsible for the murder of student Sajid Abdullah. The protest took place at noon in front of the university’s administration building, marking six months and nine days since the killing. Leaders from the university’s student wings, including the Chhatra Dal and Chhatra Shibir, joined the demonstration in solidarity.

During the event, students expressed frustration that the university administration had yet to identify the killers, accusing officials of negligence and delay. Speakers warned that if justice was not delivered, they would escalate their movement. Chhatra Dal’s convener Sahed Ahmed demanded the resignation of the university proctor by 4 p.m. Tuesday, threatening to besiege the vice-chancellor’s office on Wednesday if the demand was ignored.

The protest reflects growing anger among students over the lack of progress in the investigation and signals possible intensified demonstrations if authorities fail to act promptly.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Bangladesh has summoned Summit Group chairman Mohammad Aziz Khan, his wife Anjuman Aziz Khan, daughter Ayesha Aziz, and 13 other family members for questioning over alleged money laundering. The summons, issued from the ACC headquarters in Segunbagicha, Dhaka, requires their appearance on January 29 and February 1–4. ACC Deputy Director (Public Relations) Md. Akterul Islam confirmed the notice.

According to the ACC, the allegations involve the laundering of large sums, including Tk 226 crore against Aziz Khan, Tk 32 crore against Anjuman Aziz Khan, and Tk 219 crore against Ayesha Aziz. A seven-member team led by Deputy Director Md. Alomgir Hossain is conducting the investigation. Earlier, on December 14, the ACC had issued separate notices to the family to submit wealth statements for verifying about Tk 711 crore in allegedly illegal assets.

The ACC stated that the declared assets in income tax records appear inconsistent with actual holdings and income sources, prompting the inquiry under Section 26(1) of the Anti-Corruption Commission Act, 2004.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) conducted a special operation titled 'Operation Devil Hunt Phase-2' across ten police stations in the capital, arresting 20 individuals. The operation took place on Monday, according to DMP’s Media and Public Relations Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Talebur Rahman, who confirmed the arrests. The initiative aimed to enhance public safety in Dhaka through coordinated law enforcement actions.

According to DMP sources, the arrests were made in Sutrapur, Mohammadpur, Khilgaon, Hazaribagh, Adabor, Kalabagan, Jatrabari, Dakshinkhan, Shahbagh, and Banani police station areas. Each station carried out searches in crime-prone and sensitive zones within its jurisdiction. The detainees have been sent to court following legal procedures.

The DMP stated that such operations will continue as part of ongoing efforts to ensure public security and maintain law and order in the capital.

A Dhaka court has granted a four-day remand for Salman F Rahman, former trade adviser to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in a case filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) over the embezzlement and laundering of Tk 136.98 crore from Janata Bank. The order was issued on Monday by Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Sabbir Foyez, following a five-day remand request from the investigating officer. Court bench assistant Riaz Hossain confirmed the decision.

According to the case documents, Rahman allegedly abused his power to create fake loans and accommodation bills under the name of a company called Skynet Apparels, transferring large sums abroad. The ACC claimed that his son and nephew’s Dubai-based company was linked to the fraudulent transactions. Rahman is currently in jail in connection with another case.

The ACC’s public prosecutor, Tarikul Islam, said the remand was sought to interrogate Rahman about financial fraud and the creation of fake institutions to secure loans. The case was filed on November 3 last year by ACC Assistant Director Md Mahbub Morshed against Rahman and 21 others.

The prosecution has expressed dissatisfaction with the verdict in the Chankharpul six-murder case, where the court found the accused guilty but imposed what it described as limited sentences. Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal, Tazul Islam, announced on Monday afternoon that the state will appeal the ruling, arguing that the punishment does not align with the gravity of the proven crimes.

Following the verdict, Tazul Islam stated that one of the convicts, constable Sujon, had shown enthusiasm during the shooting but was given a limited sentence because he acted under superior orders. The court also ordered the confiscation of the properties of those sentenced to death. The chief prosecutor emphasized that the judgment sends a message that government officials are not obliged to follow illegal orders and will not be exempt from accountability if they do.

The prosecution’s decision to appeal indicates ongoing legal proceedings and potential review of the sentencing by a higher court.

A woman and her two children were killed after being struck by a train in the Pubail Ferry Ghat area of Gazipur on Monday around 11 a.m. The deceased were identified as Hafeza Khatun Mala, aged 28, her five-year-old son, and seven-year-old daughter. They were residents of Dakshin Som village in Kaliganj upazila. According to a local railway gateman who requested anonymity, the woman had been waiting near the tracks with her children before jumping onto the railway line as the Akhaura-bound Titas commuter train from Dhaka approached.

Sub-inspector Mohammad Ali Jinnah of Tongi Railway Police confirmed receiving reports of three deaths but said the incident location falls under the Narsingdi railway zone. Sub-inspector Md Nazim Uddin of Narsingdi Railway Police stated that three bodies were recovered and legal procedures would follow.

Police authorities have initiated legal steps regarding the incident, and the bodies have been recovered from the scene for further investigation.

In Faridganj upazila of Chandpur, a road repair project under the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) has drawn criticism after the carpeting began peeling off soon after work started. Locals alleged that substandard bitumen and stones were used in the renovation of the Gridkalindya-Islamganj road, which cost about Tk 19.7 million for 2,700 meters of reconstruction. The project was supposed to be completed by December last year but began only this year, intensifying public frustration.

Residents expressed anger and disappointment, saying they had long suffered due to the road’s poor condition and had hoped the new work would bring relief. However, the early damage has raised fears that the road will become even more dangerous during the monsoon. Following complaints, the Upazila Engineer and other officials inspected the site. Engineer Abrar Ahmad said the matter was being investigated seriously and that no irregularities would be tolerated.

The contractor, Monzil Hossain, denied the allegations, claiming political opponents deliberately damaged the road. LGED Executive Engineer Ahsan Kabir confirmed that smaller, lower-quality stones were used and ordered the contractor to redo the faulty sections.

A man named Alex Pretty was shot dead by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Saturday. The Trump administration claimed Pretty, a nurse, was armed and had threatened to kill federal officers. However, videos recorded by witnesses show a different account. In the footage, Pretty appears to be holding a mobile phone, not a gun, when agents tackled him to the ground. The Department of Homeland Security later released a photo of a gun, which President Donald Trump identified online as belonging to Pretty.

The Guardian reviewed several videos of the incident and found inconsistencies between the footage and official statements. While Pretty had a legal permit to own a firearm, it remains unclear whether he had one during the confrontation. Witnesses said he was filming the agents when they surrounded and assaulted him before one agent shot him at close range. The videos show agents killing a man who was recording their actions.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz urged President Trump to withdraw federal agents from the state, criticizing their conduct and warning against further violence.

At least 11 people were killed and 12 others injured in an armed attack at a football field in Salamanca, a city in Mexico’s central Guanajuato state, on Sunday. Local authorities confirmed the incident and said that security forces were working to bring the situation under control.

According to a statement from the mayor’s office, an operation has been launched to identify and apprehend those responsible for the attack. News agency AFP reported that details of the assault have not yet been released. Authorities stated that an investigation is ongoing and more information will be shared once available.

The incident has prompted heightened security measures in the area as officials continue efforts to restore order and determine the motive behind the attack.