A violent clash broke out at a trade and cottage industry fair in Shimultali, Gazipur, on Saturday night following an altercation over cigarette pricing. Witnesses reported that a vendor was selling cigarettes at a higher price than usual, leading to an argument when a buyer refused to pay the inflated rate. The situation escalated as the buyer was allegedly assaulted by the vendor and fair authorities. News of the assault quickly spread, prompting local residents to attack the fairgrounds. Several stalls, lottery booths, and offices were vandalized during the ensuing chaos. At least 20 visitors were injured while trying to flee the scene. Law enforcement arrived around 12:30 a.m. and brought the situation under control. Police officials described the incident as a minor dispute that spiraled into violence between locals and fair organizers.

An explosion occurred at the Bashundhara Cement factory in Madanpur, Bandar upazila of Narayanganj on Saturday evening, leaving six workers severely burned. The incident took place while workers were operating the boiler section of the plant. The injured—Tajul Islam (35), Kamal Hossain (45), Nahid (22), Ferdous (35), Atikur Rahman (42), and Torab Ali (55)—were immediately taken to the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery in Dhaka. According to resident physician Dr. Shawon Bin Rahman, all six sustained significant burn injuries, with Nahid suffering burns over 40% of his body. Most of the victims have facial burns and respiratory tract damage, complicating their condition. They are currently under intensive observation at the institute. Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the explosion, and an investigation is expected to follow to determine the reason behind the industrial accident.

The International Crimes Tribunal-1 of Bangladesh has scheduled hearings for the formation of charges against 13 army officers accused in two cases related to enforced disappearances and torture, considered crimes against humanity. The hearings are set for December 3 and December 7, as decided by a three-member bench led by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mozumder. The accused officers were presented before the tribunal earlier, and their lawyers requested permission for virtual appearances in future sessions. The tribunal also directed the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) and the Information Secretary to remove judges’ photos and contemptuous comments circulating on social media concerning the verdict in Sheikh Hasina’s case. Previously, on October 8, arrest warrants were issued against 25 current and former army officers in connection with coup-related killings, while 15 officers were later produced before the tribunal and sent to custody.

In Dhaka’s Lalbagh area, a major road stretching from Chapra Mosque to the Maternity Hospital intersection has been illegally occupied for decades by hundreds of makeshift and permanent shops. The encroachment has turned the road into a permanent market, causing severe traffic congestion, pollution, and daily suffering for office workers, students, and residents. Locals allege that both the police and Dhaka South City Corporation have failed to take effective action despite repeated complaints and occasional eviction drives that yield only temporary relief. The market, selling everything from tea to fish and vegetables, generates unhygienic waste and fosters an unsafe environment. Residents claim that some political figures and corrupt officials are profiting through extortion. City officials have offered little response, with key officers unavailable for comment. Locals demand immediate clearance of the road and sidewalks to restore normal movement and prevent further deterioration of living conditions in the densely populated neighborhood.

Thirteen Bangladeshi army officers were presented before the International Crimes Tribunal-1 in Dhaka on Sunday in connection with two cases of enforced disappearances and torture allegedly committed during the 15-and-a-half-year rule of the Awami League government. The officers were brought under heavy security in prison vans, with additional army and Border Guard Bangladesh personnel deployed around the tribunal premises. Earlier, on October 8, arrest warrants had been issued against 25 current and former army officers in three separate cases, including one related to killings during the July uprising. Fifteen of those officers were produced before the tribunal in October and later sent to a declared sub-jail inside Dhaka Cantonment. The tribunal also ordered public notices in newspapers for absconding accused to appear. In related developments, arrest warrants were previously issued against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her security adviser Tariq Ahmed Siddiq, and five former DGFI chiefs in separate cases.

Thirteen Bangladeshi army officers are set to appear before the International Crimes Tribunal-1 on Sunday in connection with two disappearance-related cases alleging crimes against humanity during the Awami League government’s tenure. The cases involve incidents of torture at the Task Force for Interrogation (TFI) and the Joint Interrogation Cell. Authorities have tightened security around the tribunal premises, deploying police, RAB, BGB, and intelligence personnel. Earlier, on October 8, arrest warrants were issued against 30 individuals, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her security adviser retired Major General Tarique Ahmed Siddique, and five former DGFI directors. The army later confirmed that 15 serving officers had been taken into custody. Among those appearing today are former RAB officials and DGFI directors, including Brigadier General Md Jahangir Alam and Major General Sheikh Md Sarwar Hossain. Notices have also been published in newspapers urging fugitive accused to appear before the tribunal.

The century-old Bangshal police outpost in Old Dhaka’s Mahuttuli area has become dangerously dilapidated, posing a serious safety threat to the 25 officers stationed there. Despite being declared hazardous long ago by the Dhaka South City Corporation, the building remains in use, with cracked walls, unstable ceilings, and damaged balconies. A partial collapse occurred in June 2023, prompting authorities to label the structure unsafe, yet no relocation followed. Police personnel report working in constant fear of structural failure, particularly during storms. Local residents also express concern over potential accidents. The outpost’s in-charge, Sub-Inspector Sheikh Ali Azhar, confirmed that an alternative building has been rented nearby and that relocation will occur soon. Deputy Police Commissioner Mallik Ahsan Uddin Sami stated that plans and budget approval for constructing a new multi-storey police facility are already in place. Residents and officers alike urge immediate action to prevent a possible tragedy.

A bus caught fire on Saturday night in Dhaka’s Mohakhali area, near the Disaster Management and Relief Department office on Bir Uttam AK Khandaker Road. The incident occurred around 9 p.m., and the cause of the fire remains unknown. No casualties have been reported so far. Witnesses said the blaze was extinguished by nearby building security personnel before fire service teams arrived. The incident comes amid a series of similar arson and explosion events across Dhaka over the past week. Earlier, a bus belonging to Victor Paribahan was set ablaze in Rampura, and separate crude bomb explosions were reported in Dhanmondi and Pallabi, injuring a police officer. Authorities are investigating whether the Mohakhali fire is linked to the recent wave of unrest targeting vehicles and public spaces in the capital.

Multiple clashes broke out between two groups of students at Dhaka Alia Madrasa on Saturday night, leading to heightened tension on campus. Witnesses reported that the conflict began inside the dormitory area and quickly escalated, resulting in several students being injured and taken to hospital. By around 10:45 p.m., some students were reportedly still trapped inside the halls as security forces and administrators worked to rescue them. To bring the situation under control, army personnel were deployed alongside police and other security agencies. Authorities have intensified patrols across the campus to prevent further violence. The atmosphere remains tense, with students expressing concern over their safety and the possibility of renewed clashes. Officials have yet to confirm the cause of the dispute or the total number of injuries.

Rafiul Islam Rafi, a 23-year-old medical student from Sir Salimullah Medical College, was killed when a brick fell on his head during an earthquake in Old Dhaka’s Kosaituli area. His mother, Nusrat Jahan Nipa, who was injured in the same incident, bid farewell to her son with prayers, saying they would meet again in heaven. Rafi’s first funeral prayer was held at his college in Dhaka, followed by a second at Bogura’s central Eidgah ground before burial at Namazgarh Anjuman-E Cemetery beside his grandfather and uncle. The tragedy occurred when a railing from a five-story building collapsed during the tremor. Nipa sustained injuries to her hand, shoulder, and eye but is now out of danger, according to doctors. Rafi’s father, Osman Gani Rustam, a principal at a polytechnic institute, rushed from Bogura to Dhaka after hearing the news. The incident has cast deep sorrow over Rafi’s family, friends, and community.

A fire broke out on Saturday afternoon at a multi-storey commercial building in Dhaka’s Segunbagicha area. According to the Fire Service and Civil Defence, the blaze started on the ninth floor of a 10-storey building around 3:00 p.m. The first unit from Siddikbazar Fire Station reached the scene at 3:14 p.m., followed by four additional units. After coordinated efforts by all five units, the fire was brought under control around 3:30 p.m. No casualties were reported immediately, and the cause of the fire as well as the extent of damage remain unknown. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine what triggered the blaze. The fire service has urged building owners to ensure proper fire safety measures in commercial properties to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Police in Mymensingh’s Trishal upazila have arrested four individuals, including a woman, for allegedly luring a government doctor into a honey trap, assaulting him, and extorting Tk 300,000. The victim, Dr. Shafiqul Islam, a health officer at Sripur Upazila Health Complex in Gazipur, was allegedly deceived through a fake Facebook profile named 'Jui Chowdhury' used by a woman identified as Tania Akter. After being invited to meet in Trishal, the doctor was taken to a rented flat where several people ambushed him, recorded compromising videos, and demanded Tk 1 million under threat of death. He was forced to pay Tk 22,500 in cash and Tk 280,000 via mobile transfer. Following his release, he filed a case with Trishal Police Station. Officers later arrested four suspects—Rabiul Molla, Sonali Akter, Rajna Akter, and Amirun—and recovered Tk 56,850 and six mobile phones used in the crime. Police are continuing efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects.

Colombian authorities have seized 14 tons of cocaine from a warehouse near the Pacific port of Buenaventura, marking the country’s largest drug bust in ten years. The operation, carried out without casualties, was announced by the Ministry of Defense on social media. President Gustavo Petro confirmed the seizure, which comes amid escalating tensions with Washington over Colombia’s anti-narcotics efforts. The United States recently criticized Bogotá for insufficient action against drug trafficking and warned of possible financial sanctions and removal from the list of allies in the US-led war on drugs. Colombia remains the world’s largest producer of cocaine. President Petro has been openly critical of former US President Donald Trump’s anti-drug policies and has condemned US naval operations in the Caribbean and Pacific as extrajudicial killings. The massive seizure is seen as a significant move by Colombia to demonstrate its commitment to combating the narcotics trade despite diplomatic strains with the United States.

Pakistan’s security forces have killed 23 militants allegedly linked to India during two separate operations in the Kurram district, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The militants, identified as members of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) faction known as 'Kharijis', were targeted as part of the ongoing counterterrorism initiative 'Azm-e-Istehkam'. The first operation resulted in 12 militant deaths, while a subsequent intelligence-based raid killed 11 more. ISPR claimed that both groups were involved in India-sponsored terrorist activities. Security forces continue combing operations in the region to eliminate remaining militants. The military emphasized its commitment to eradicating all forms of terrorism, especially those backed by foreign entities. These actions are part of the National Action Plan approved by the Federal Apex Committee, aimed at ensuring national security and regional stability through intensified intelligence-driven operations.

Authorities in Bogura, Bangladesh, have fined a spice mill owner BDT 300,000 for producing adulterated turmeric and chili powder using fabric dye, cattle feed, and rice bran. The mobile court, led by Executive Magistrate Rashidul Islam, conducted the raid at Al-Amin Spice Mill in Rajabazar on Thursday evening. Officials from the Bangladesh Food Safety Authority confirmed that the seized products contained harmful substances posing health risks. During the operation, 75 kilograms of rice bran, 150 kilograms of adulterated chili powder, and 150 kilograms of adulterated turmeric were confiscated and destroyed. The mill owner admitted to the offense and was penalized under Section 33 of the Food Safety Act 2013. Food safety officials stated that such drives will continue to protect public health and ensure the availability of safe food products in the market.