Police in Singair upazila of Manikganj recovered the dismembered body of 14-year-old schoolgirl Mahi Akter six days after she went missing. The body was found on Sunday afternoon beside a bamboo grove near the Chandanagar graveyard in Jamirta Union, following a tip-off from locals. Mahi, daughter of Mizanur Dewan from Char Laxmipur village, was an eighth-grade student at Singair Sahrail High School.

According to police and family sources, Mahi and a male student had been issued transfer certificates from their school the previous Monday over a relationship-related matter. After receiving the certificate, Mahi went missing, prompting her family to file a complaint with the police. Her school bag, shoes, and uniform were found near the body, helping relatives identify her.

Singair Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md. Mazharul Islam said the body appeared to be five to six days old and that DNA testing would be conducted to confirm identity. Police are investigating the case and working to identify those involved.

The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) has expressed deep concern over an attack on Sheikh Ibrahim, the imam of the BCMA mosque in Victoria, British Columbia. According to a statement released on Saturday, the incident occurred Thursday evening when an unidentified man forcibly opened the imam’s car door after prayers and assaulted him while shouting anti-Muslim remarks and telling him to “go back to your country.”

NCCM described the attack as Islamophobic and called it completely unacceptable, emphasizing that it reflects a worrying rise in anti-Muslim sentiment in society. The organization said it is coordinating with authorities to ensure the imam’s safety and urged a thorough investigation to hold the perpetrator accountable. NCCM also called on Canada’s political and social leaders to publicly condemn the attack and take effective measures against hate crimes.

The statement further urged law enforcement to conduct a full and impartial investigation to determine whether the incident qualifies as a hate crime. Details about Sheikh Ibrahim’s current condition or any formal charges against the attacker have not yet been released.

A court in India has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) an additional 45 days to complete its investigation into three Bangladeshi nationals arrested for illegally entering India through the Meghalaya border. The accused are reportedly linked to the murder of Bangladeshi activist Sharif Osman Bin Hadi. On June 19, a vacation judge ordered that the three—Rahul alias Faisal Karim Masud, Alamgir Hossain, and Philip Sangma—be placed in judicial custody for three days following their earlier detention by the NIA.

The NIA told the court that it had recently received new records from the West Bengal Police’s Special Task Force and additional documents from the Supreme Court on June 8, which required further analysis and cross-verification with the accused. The defense lawyer opposed the extension, but the court accepted the NIA’s reasoning. The agency had previously interrogated the suspects for several days under its custody.

The case stems from the December 12, 2025 killing of Hadi in Dhaka, which sparked unrest across Bangladesh. Investigators say the suspects fled to India after the murder and were later arrested in March while attempting to return to Bangladesh.

Police in Delhi have uncovered an inter-state network involved in buying and selling newborn babies for large sums of money. The operation was centered around Hira Multispeciality Hospital in Begumpur, Rohini, where traffickers allegedly kept infants until they were sold to childless couples using forged documents. The investigation began after a local resident reported suspicious activity involving a woman frequently seen with different newborns. Acting on this tip, police conducted a sting operation and arrested a woman named Jyoti, also known as Kamlesh, during a baby handover on June 5.

Following her arrest, police detained several accomplices and recovered about 300,000 rupees. Five infants under one month old were rescued. Authorities allege that the hospital’s owner, Dr. Viveki, played a key role in coordinating the sales. The network reportedly sourced babies from poor families in Rajasthan and other regions, selling girls for 300,000–400,000 rupees and boys for up to 800,000 rupees. Additional arrests were made in Gujarat, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh.

Police are now working to locate the infants’ biological families and determine whether the children were sold voluntarily or abducted. Legal action is being considered against both sellers and buyers.

Barishal Metropolitan Police conducted a special operation over the past 24 hours, resulting in the arrest of 77 individuals across the city. The information was confirmed through a press release from the BMP Media Cell. Separate operational teams from four police stations and the Detective Branch carried out the drives in different areas of Barishal.

According to police data, the arrests include 13 individuals with outstanding warrants, 57 in regular cases, six under the Barishal Metropolitan Ordinance, and one under other laws. The operation aimed to maintain law and order and suppress criminal activities within the city.

Barishal Kotwali Model Police Station Officer-in-Charge Al Mamun Ul Islam stated that such operations will continue to ensure public safety and control crime in the metropolitan area.

A human chain was held on Saturday, June 20, in front of the National Press Club in Dhaka demanding the arrest of the accused in the Salman Shah murder case and ensuring justice. The event was organized by 'Salman Shah Fans from All Districts' and attended by supporters from various parts of the country.

Speakers at the event alleged that despite the passage of a long time, the true mystery behind the popular actor Salman Shah’s death has not been revealed and justice has not been served. They urged authorities to arrest all accused immediately and conduct a transparent and impartial investigation to uncover the truth. Participants described Salman Shah as a bright star of Dhallywood whose untimely death left a deep void in fans’ hearts.

The human chain ended peacefully, with organizers announcing plans to continue their movement until justice is achieved.

A major burglary took place at 'Karushree Jewellers' in Rajshahi’s Saheb Bazar Swarnapatti area, where thieves cut through a wall and stole around 200 tola of gold, 1,200 tola of silver, and Tk 2.5 million in cash. The incident is believed to have occurred sometime between Thursday night and Friday night. The burglars entered through a neighboring shop, 'Afiya Jewellers', by unlocking its shutter and then breaking through the adjoining wall to access Karushree Jewellers.

Following the theft, the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) announced an indefinite closure of all jewelry shops in Rajshahi, demanding the arrest of those involved and recovery of the stolen goods. BAJUS district president Md. Ashraful Islam Apu condemned the incident and called for immediate police action.

Police and forensic teams from Rajshahi Metropolitan Police visited the scene, collected evidence, and began analyzing CCTV footage. Boalia Model Police Station’s officer-in-charge Rabiul Islam said the investigation is being conducted seriously, with efforts underway to identify and apprehend the culprits using forensic and technological support.

A violent dispute erupted among siblings over the burial site and inheritance following the death of Abdul Jalil Pandit in Rasulpur Union under Shashibhushan Police Station of Charfassion upazila, Bhola. The conflict involved the children of his five wives, leading to repeated clashes. Police were eventually deployed to ensure the burial took place under security at the family homestead on Wednesday night.

Local sources reported that Jalil Pandit died suddenly around 3 a.m. His children from previous marriages arrived demanding their share of inheritance, while his youngest daughter, Khadija Akter Smriti, claimed no property remained for division. The dispute intensified when Smriti’s former brother-in-law, Khokon, alleged that his earnings and gold were held by Jalil and Smriti, and he refused to allow burial until his assets were returned.

Police intervened after renewed clashes during the burial preparations. The body was buried under police guard in front of the house, as per the claim of the elder siblings. Authorities confirmed no written complaint had been filed yet but said legal action would follow if one is received.

A mobile court led by the Department of Shipping conducted an inspection on sand-carrying vessels operating between Dhaka’s Sadarghat and Fatullah in Narayanganj. During the operation, nine vessels were fined a total of 170,000 taka for various irregularities. The inspection took place on Saturday under the supervision of Commodore Md Shafiul Bari, Director General of the Department of Shipping, and Executive Magistrate Lusikant Hajong. The team examined 11 vessels in total.

Officials found that most vessels’ actual measurements did not match their registration documents. Several vessels also lacked mandatory life-saving equipment and navigational tools, posing safety risks. The Director General stated that monitoring and legal actions against unregistered or modified vessels without safety gear would continue to ensure navigational safety. He urged vessel owners and operators to comply with all maritime regulations.

The Department of Shipping confirmed that similar inspection and mobile court activities will be carried out regularly to protect passengers and waterway users. Senior officials, including the Chief Engineer and Ship Surveyor Mirza Saifur Rahman, were present during the operation.

A fisherman was killed and another person injured after a lightning strike hit the Malancha River in Shyamnagar upazila of Satkhira on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. in the Dakshin Kadamtala area of Munshiganj Union. The deceased was identified as Nur Hossain Gazi, 40, son of the late Ismail Gazi of Dakshin Kadamtala village. He was fishing in the river when the lightning struck, killing him on the spot. Another man, Jahir Hossain, 40, son of Hasan Gazi from the same area, was seriously injured while standing on the riverbank.

Local residents rescued the injured man and took him to Shyamnagar Upazila Health Complex, where he is receiving treatment. Witnesses said the weather was stormy at the time, and heavy rain with thunder began suddenly, leading to the fatal lightning strike.

The incident has cast a pall of grief over the Dakshin Kadamtala area, according to local sources.

Detectives in Rangpur have arrested six individuals accused of involvement in leaking and manipulating question papers for various government recruitment and educational institution exams. The arrests were made following a raid at a house in the Dhap area based on secret intelligence, according to Deputy Police Commissioner Sanatan Chakraborty. Among those detained is a former primary school teacher from Dinajpur.

Police recovered 15 stamps, eight signed blank cheques, three national identity cards, four original educational certificates, and five smartphones from the location. During initial questioning, the suspects reportedly admitted to participating in exam fraud and forgery. Authorities are in the process of filing a case against them.

Investigators stated that one detainee had previously been arrested for fraud, while another joined the group after failing to secure employment despite holding a postgraduate degree. Police are examining the seized mobile phones to identify additional individuals linked to the network, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Residents of Dhalchar in Hatiya upazila, Noakhali, organized a human chain protest on Saturday morning at Sukhchar Union to demand action against local land grabbers and armed groups. The event drew participation from over a thousand men and women, including local figures such as Ismail Hossain, Miraj Uddin, Altaf Sardar, and others.

Speakers at the protest accused individuals named Sohel, Jahir, Parvez, and Yusuf of leading a gang responsible for extortion, illegal land occupation, and destruction of forest resources. They urged authorities to arrest the accused and ensure exemplary punishment. According to participants, the group’s activities have created widespread fear and disrupted daily life in the area.

Residents expressed their desire to live freely and safely, emphasizing their right to a peaceful environment free from extortion and land grabbing. They called for immediate government intervention to restore security and protect their livelihoods.

A mobile court in Feni fined a fish trader Tk 40,000 for selling prawns injected with jelly to increase their weight. The operation, led by Feni Sadar Upazila Executive Officer and Executive Magistrate Sultana Nasrin Kanta, took place on Saturday at the municipal fish market. Authorities seized around 80 kilograms of adulterated giant freshwater prawns from the trader operating under the name 'Bangladesh Fishing'. The seized prawns were immediately destroyed by burial.

According to officials, dishonest traders had been injecting harmful jelly into prawns to fraudulently increase their weight and alter grading. The fine was imposed under Section 31 of the Fish and Fish Products (Inspection and Quality Control) Act, 2020. After the operation, magistrates and fisheries officers addressed traders and buyers, warning them about the health risks and fraudulent practices associated with jelly-injected prawns.

Officials confirmed that similar drives against food adulteration and consumer deception will continue in the public interest.

A junior student at Islamic University has alleged that Badhan Biswas Sparsh, joint member secretary of the university’s Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, threatened him with expulsion from the dormitory following a Facebook comment. The incident reportedly began after Sparsh criticized an Argentina Fan Unity committee on social media, calling it a rehabilitation group for student leaders. In response, student Sajib Hasan commented critically, prompting Sparsh to call him and allegedly use abusive language and issue threats.

According to Sajib, Sparsh demanded proof of the comment and warned of consequences if it was not provided by the evening. Sajib claimed that Sparsh threatened to have him removed from the hall and questioned his departmental connections. Attempts to reach Sparsh for comment were unsuccessful, as his phone was later found switched off. The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement’s convener also could not be reached for remarks.

Proctor Professor Dr. Shahinuzzaman confirmed that Sajib had submitted both verbal and written complaints. The proctorial body will discuss the matter before deciding on further action.

A primary school head teacher named Shatabdi Chakma, aged 50, died after being electrocuted in Rangamati’s Naniarchar upazila on Saturday morning. The incident occurred around 9 a.m. in the Samaj Kalyan area of Ghilachhari Union when she was on her way to work. While waiting for a CNG-run autorickshaw, she attempted to pick jam fruit using a green bamboo stick, which accidentally touched a high-voltage electric wire. She collapsed on the spot and was later declared dead at Rangamati General Hospital.

According to hospital officials, Shatabdi Chakma was brought in dead with minor burn marks on her hand. Police confirmed the incident and stated that her body would be handed over to her family after completing legal procedures. The deceased was the head teacher of Ramharipara Government Primary School and a resident of Sukhineelganj area under Rangamati municipality.

Her sudden death has cast a shadow of grief over her family, colleagues, students, and local residents.