A viral video showing Bangladeshi migrant workers returning from Saudi Arabia with cut and damaged luggage at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport has prompted an official clarification. The airport’s Executive Director, S.M. Ragib Samad, stated that the incident occurred on November 14, when 78 Bangladeshi citizens arrived on an Ethiopian Airlines flight after being repatriated from Saudi Arabia. Many passengers found their bags torn and belongings missing, leading to anger and confrontation with airline staff. Authorities explained that these ‘out-pass’ passengers had their belongings collectively booked by Saudi immigration, making it difficult to identify individual items. Additionally, Saudi immigration police reportedly confiscated some items without providing a list to the airline. The airport authority said similar incidents have occurred recently and that the matter has been communicated to Saudi authorities for resolution.

Authorities in Pabna’s Bhangura upazila raided a factory in Kaidanga village producing fake milk, following a tip-off on Friday morning. The Department of Livestock Services, along with police and a mobile court, seized large quantities of adulteration materials including liquid glucose, soybean oil, palm oil, salt, and processed fake milk. Factory owner Abul Bashar fled before the raid, prompting the mobile court, led by Assistant Commissioner (Land) and Executive Magistrate Mizanur Rahman, to fine his wife, Selina Khatun, BDT 20,000 for her involvement. Police were instructed to file a regular case against the absconding owner. All seized materials were destroyed on-site. Officials confirmed that the confiscated items were used exclusively for producing counterfeit milk, posing serious health risks to consumers. The raid highlights ongoing efforts by local authorities to curb food adulteration in the region.

A verbal altercation between two students from Shah Mokhdum Hall and Nawab Abdul Latif Hall at Rajshahi University escalated into threats of violence on Friday afternoon. The dispute began over seating arrangements in the university canteen after Friday prayers. Mohammad Masud from Shah Mokhdum Hall and Arif from Latif Hall exchanged heated words, prompting Latif Hall General Secretary (GS) Nurul Islam Shahid to intervene. Witnesses reported that Shahid threatened to hang Masud upside down and beat him if such incidents occurred again. Shahid later admitted his remarks were made in anger and expressed regret. The university’s student organization leaders stated they were reviewing the incident and would take appropriate action. The confrontation has raised concerns about student discipline and hall politics at the university.

The Bangladesh Coast Guard detained 12 suspected smugglers and seized a large consignment of stolen coal worth approximately Tk 11 million during an operation in Barishal. Acting on a tip-off, Coast Guard personnel launched a raid early Friday morning near Anand Ghat in the Charmonai area under Kotwali police station. They intercepted a suspicious lighter vessel carrying around 1,100 metric tons of illegally obtained coal. Preliminary interrogation revealed that the coal had been unlawfully taken from a foreign ship anchored at Mongla’s Hiron Point. The seized coal, vessel, and detainees were later handed over to Barishal Kotwali Police Station for further legal action, according to Coast Guard media officer Lieutenant Commander Siam-ul-Haque.

The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) recovered three one-shooter guns and six rounds of ammunition during a special operation at the Chakpara border area in Shibganj upazila of Chapainawabganj. The operation, conducted by the 59 BGB Battalion based on secret intelligence, took place late Thursday night near the Pagla River under Shahbajpur Union. The recovered weapons were found abandoned about 25 yards inside Bangladeshi territory near international border pillar 183/4-S. BGB officials suspect the arms were intended for use in criminal or terrorist activities to disrupt internal security. Battalion Commander Lt. Col. Golam Kibria confirmed the recovery during a press briefing on Saturday morning. He also reported that over the past three years, the Mahananda Battalion has seized 30 pistols, 392 rounds of ammunition, and 41 magazines from the border region, reflecting ongoing efforts to curb cross-border arms smuggling and maintain law and order.

An Indian national in Adelaide’s Para Hills area has faced public outrage after a video showing him allegedly defecating in an open space went viral on social media. The footage, captured by a local resident named Carter, shows the man crouching near a bush outside a house. When confronted, the man claimed he was only urinating, but Carter insisted it appeared to be defecation. Carter later posted the video on Facebook, questioning whether such behavior had become normal. The post quickly spread, triggering widespread reactions ranging from anger to disgust, and some users used offensive language, which itself drew criticism. According to NDTV, public urination or defecation is illegal in most Australian states, including South Australia, where offenders can face fines of up to 250 Australian dollars. Authorities have not yet confirmed whether any legal action has been taken against the individual involved.

A man named Saddam Hossain, 32, was shot dead in a gunfight between two rival groups in Kandipara, Brahmanbaria town, late Thursday night. The clash reportedly stemmed from a dispute over local dominance between groups led by Lion Shakil and Delwar Hossain Dilip, the district convenor of the Swechchhasebak Dal. Saddam, a supporter of Dilip, was allegedly called out of his home before being found shot on the road. His family accused Dilip and his associates of orchestrating the killing to frame their rivals. However, Dilip denied the allegation, claiming that Shakil’s group opened fire, killing Saddam. Police said the incident was linked to an ongoing turf war between the two factions and have begun an investigation. Earlier in the evening, three people were injured in a related shooting between the same groups, escalating tensions in the area.

A parked passenger bus was set on fire by unidentified miscreants in Dhamrai, Dhaka, late Thursday night. The incident occurred around midnight on the Suapur-Khararchar regional road under Suapur Union. According to Shamsul Haque, sub-officer of the Dhamrai Fire Service, the bus driver had parked the vehicle and left before the fire broke out. Locals noticed the blaze and, along with the driver, managed to extinguish it using water and sand before fire service personnel arrived. The driver alleged that the fire was deliberately set by miscreants. The bus owner estimated the damage at around three lakh taka. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire and the identity of those responsible.

A Tk 2 crore solar streetlight project in Maheshpur Municipality, Jhenaidah, has been mired in allegations of corruption and irregularities involving a former mayor, an engineer, and a contractor. Funded by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in the 2020–21 fiscal year, the project aimed to install 150 solar lights to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Despite two deadline extensions, around 40% of the work remains incomplete. Investigations revealed fake labels, substandard materials, and inflated cost estimates—each light priced at Tk 132,500 though market value is Tk 30,000–45,000. The contractor allegedly withdrew over Tk 8.3 million for poor-quality installations. Following complaints, the new municipal administrator, Additional District Magistrate ABM Khalid Hossain Siddiqui, launched an inquiry that confirmed major discrepancies. Work has since been halted, and a show-cause notice was issued to the contractor. Authorities are awaiting a written explanation before deciding on further legal or administrative action.

A shocking incident in Brahmanbaria has sparked widespread attention after CCTV footage showed the wife of a local Youth League leader brandishing a pistol and threatening pharmacy employees. The accused, Liza Akter, wife of Abu Kawsar, joint secretary of the Sadar Upazila unit of the Youth League, allegedly visited Minhaz Pharmacy on November 23 searching for her husband’s second wife’s brother, who works there. When she failed to find him, she reportedly pulled a pistol from her vanity bag and threatened to shoot the shop owner and staff. The pharmacy owner, Md. Kawsar, filed a written complaint with Brahmanbaria Sadar Model Police Station on November 26. Police have assigned Sub-Inspector Abdul Alim to investigate the case and uncover the full details. The accused could not be reached for comment. The incident has caused public outrage, especially as the husband is reportedly absconding in multiple political cases.

In Lakshmipur’s Raipur upazila, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Mehedi Hasan has launched an extensive campaign against teenage gangs and drug trafficking, addressing what he described as major social problems. Following community meetings seeking public cooperation, Hasan, along with Assistant Commissioner (Land) Nigar Sultana and Officer-in-Charge Nizam Uddin Bhuiyan, led a four-hour operation in several areas of Charpata. The team chased away gang members and warned students and parents about staying indoors at night. Earlier, a drug dealer named Sohel was arrested and sentenced to six months in prison with a fine of Tk 5,000. Hasan emphasized that combating drugs and gang culture requires collective social action, noting that no country has fully eradicated drugs. Law enforcement officials stressed that community involvement is essential to permanently eliminate gang influence and drug abuse, as legal measures alone are insufficient. Educational institutions were urged to raise awareness among students about the dangers of drugs and gang activities.

A major fire broke out at the five-story Rahman Diagnostic Center in Hemayetpur, Savar, on Thursday night, causing extensive damage to the facility. The blaze reportedly started around 11:30 p.m. in a shop located in the building’s underground section. Two units from the Hemayetpur Tannery Fire Service responded promptly and managed to bring the fire under control by around 1:30 a.m. Firefighters continued dumping operations to prevent reignition. According to Fire Service Station Manager Tanvir Ahmed, the fire spread from the lower floor to other parts of the building, burning furniture and valuable equipment. Although no casualties have been reported, the full extent of the damage and the cause of the fire are yet to be determined. Authorities are still assessing the situation as smoke continues to rise from the site.

A mobile court in Jagannathpur upazila of Sunamganj sentenced five workers to varying jail terms for illegally extracting sand from the Kushiyara River. The operation, led by Assistant Commissioner (Land) Md. Mohsin Uddin on Thursday morning, also resulted in the seizure of three engine-run boats loaded with sand. Among the convicts, Nabi Hossain and Alal Uddin received six months’ imprisonment each, while Didar Miah, Monir Hossain, and Nazrul were sentenced to three months each. Authorities stated that legal action will continue against others involved in the illegal extraction. The administration emphasized that such drives will remain ongoing to protect the river from environmental degradation caused by unauthorized sand mining. The convicted individuals were later sent to jail through the Sunamganj court, according to local police officials.

A National Guard member was fatally shot near the White House in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, November 26. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed the death of 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom from West Virginia, while another guard, Andrew Wolf, remains in critical condition. Authorities reported that the shooting targeted National Guard personnel stationed near the area. A 29-year-old Afghan national has been detained as the prime suspect in connection with the attack. Following the incident, security measures around the U.S. capital have been heightened, with an additional 500 National Guard troops deployed to reinforce protection near key federal sites. The motive behind the attack remains under investigation, and officials have not yet disclosed further details about the suspect’s background or possible affiliations. The White House has expressed condolences to the victim’s family and pledged a thorough inquiry into the incident.

Twelve Bangladeshi fishermen from two trawlers were reportedly abducted by members of Myanmar’s armed rebel group, the Arakan Army (AA), early Thursday near the eastern side of St. Martin’s Island in the Bay of Bengal. The fishermen, led by boatmen from St. Martin’s, were fishing when one trawler’s engine failed, leaving them vulnerable. Local trawler owners confirmed the incident, saying the fishermen were taken away at dawn. The Arakan Army has recently intensified coastal patrols, claiming to intercept Bangladeshi boats entering Myanmar’s waters. Reports indicate that since January, the group has detained around 188 Bangladeshi fishermen and 30 boats, later releasing some. Local fishing communities are in fear, as over a hundred fishermen remain missing from previous abductions. Bangladeshi authorities have acknowledged the latest incident and stated that law enforcement agencies are investigating the matter and coordinating with relevant authorities for the fishermen’s safe return.