India has stated that the installation of barbed wire fencing along the Bangladesh border aims to prevent cross-border crimes. According to a statement titled Fencing on the India-Bangladesh Border, the total border length between the two countries is 4,096.7 kilometers, of which 3,232 kilometers have been fenced. The construction adheres to all protocols and agreements, and India expects continued cooperation from the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). However, 864 kilometers remain unfenced due to issues like wetlands and land acquisition, with 174 kilometers deemed impossible to fence for these reasons. Additionally, BGB has raised strong objections to fencing in certain areas. These details were disclosed by India’s Minister of State for Home Affairs in response to a question in the Lok Sabha.

A fire broke out at a rubber warehouse in Hazaribagh, Dhaka, on Tuesday (February 4), but thanks to the swift action of firefighters, the blaze was quickly brought under control by 2:00 AM. The fire started around 1:00 AM, and two units of the Fire Service worked tirelessly to contain it. The cause of the fire and the extent of the damage remain unclear. Authorities have praised the firefighters for their quick response, and investigations are ongoing.

A gunman opened fire at an educational center in Örebro, Sweden, killing 10 people, including himself. The attack took place on Tuesday afternoon, about 200 km west of Stockholm. The institution primarily serves adults who couldn’t complete their formal education on time. The motive remains unclear. Initially, police classified it as attempted murder, arson, and a serious weapons crime. Nearby schools were locked down but later evacuated. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson called it a tragic day for the country.

Tension erupted in Uttara after police detained three students—Akash, Robin, and Bappi—from a student gathering on Gausul Azam Avenue. Protesters first surrounded Uttara East Police Station before attacking Uttara West Police Station around 7 PM, injuring ASI Mahadev. Believing their peers were held at the East station, students clashed with police, throwing bricks and attacking the gate. Senior police officials, including DC Rawnak Jahan, arrived to negotiate. The situation calmed after discussions, and students suspended their protest upon police assurances.

Importers from Lalmonirhat have stopped importing goods through India’s Changrabandha land port since February 1, following disputes over stone export prices. As a result, the government has suffered a revenue loss of 20 million BDT. Since August 5, Bangladesh’s construction sector has slowed, leading to a drop in demand. Importers had requested exporters to lower prices, but after receiving no response, they decided to suspend stone imports indefinitely. This has resulted in a complete halt of imports and exports through Changrabandha port since February 2. Fifty Bangladesh-bound cargo trucks are stuck at the port, while over 500 trucks from Bhutan are stranded at Indian ports. Allegations have surfaced that India halted exports without prior notice.

Students at Jahangirnagar University have locked the administrative building, demanding the complete abolition of the ward quota in undergraduate admissions. In response, university employees announced an indefinite strike starting Wednesday to reinstate the quota. Tensions escalated when employees tore down anti-quota posters, and reports emerged of a student being pushed. Previously, students had staged a hunger strike, leading the administration to amend the quota system. However, employees rejected the changes, intensifying the standoff between the two groups.

In a meeting at the Jamuna State Guesthouse in Dhaka with Canadian High Commissioner Ajit Singh, Chief Adviser Mohammad Yunus requested assistance in recovering funds that had been illicitly sent abroad. He accused Sheikh Hasina and her associates of stealing billions of dollars from the people, some of which were allegedly sent to Canada. The High Commissioner assured cooperation and praised Bangladesh’s reform initiatives, asking how they could assist further. He also mentioned that a Canadian minister would soon visit Bangladesh, and that Canada is interested in expanding business and investment ties with the country. The Chief Adviser suggested the opening of a Canadian visa office in Bangladesh, considering the interests of students.

Three motorcyclists tragically lost their lives in an accident on the Feni-Noakhali regional highway. The incident occurred at Beker Bazar, Daangonbhunja, when the motorcycle lost control due to excessive speed. Two riders died at the scene, and one succumbed to injuries at the hospital. The victims, initially identified as residents of Bashurhat in Noakhali, were traveling from Noakhali to Daangonbhunja when the accident took place. Local authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.

Students of Titumir College have withdrawn their protest following an assurance from the government to take action on the Titumir University issue within the next 7 days. The decision came on the night of February 3, in the presence of Nuruzzaman, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Education, and Professor Shipra Rani Mondal, Principal of Government Titumir College. During the meeting, the principal offered packaged mango juice to a fasting student as a gesture of goodwill.

On February 3rd, at 1 PM, a landmine explosion occurred near Pillar 48 along the border in the Fulutli area of Naikhyangchhari Union, Bandarban District. The explosion severed the leg of a teenager, identified as Tariq Uddin Ahmed Rashid’s son. It is believed that insurgents planted the mine. The Upazila Executive Officer confirmed that the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) is investigating the incident. This explosion follows a similar incident on January 24th in the same area, where two Bangladeshis were critically injured.

Students of Titumir College blocked the Mahakhali rail crossing on Monday, demanding its upgrade to a university. The protest halted both road and rail traffic, including the Noakhali-bound Upakul Express. The train’s locomotive master managed to stop it safely after noticing the blockade. Earlier, at noon, students had also blocked the Mahakhali-Gulshan road, causing severe traffic congestion. Later in the afternoon, they moved towards the rail crossing and continued their demonstration, urging authorities to fulfill their demand.

Students of Government Titumir College have declared an indefinite shutdown starting Monday, demanding the college be upgraded to a university. They will continue their “Barasat Barricade to North City” movement. Classes, exams, and administrative activities will remain halted until their demands are met. However, Saraswati Puja celebrations will proceed as planned. The students also demand recognition as a university, withdrawal of an education advisor’s statement, and an investigation into legal obstructions. Earlier, they blocked the Dhaka-Mymensingh Highway for two hours in protest.

Japan’s Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ikouina Akiko, has expressed interest in advancing and strengthening bilateral relations with Bangladesh during a meeting with the Chief Adviser. During the discussion, she reaffirmed Japan’s support for the interim government and emphasized enhancing bilateral relations to boost trade and development cooperation. The trade volume between the two countries stands at approximately four billion US dollars, with Japan being one of Bangladesh’s top five export destinations. She also invited the Chief Adviser to attend the Future of Asia conference in Tokyo in May and the Osaka Expo 2025.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has sent a letter to Khaleda Zia, extending greetings and wishing her good health. In the letter, the Pakistani Prime Minister praises Khaleda Zia as a towering figure in Bangladesh’s political landscape, highlighting her political and illustrious life. He reassures that Pakistan, the BNP chairperson, her family, party, and supporters stand with her. The letter was sent from the Pakistan Embassy to the BNP chairperson’s office on the afternoon of February 2.

After a two-hour blockade on the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway in Mohakhali, Titumir College students lifted their protest around 8 p.m. on February 2, allowing traffic to resume. The students had blocked the road earlier, causing major disruptions to commuters. The student organization, Titumir Oikkyo, announced a press conference at 11 p.m. to disclose their future plans. Police were deployed, and water cannons were kept on standby in response to the protests triggered by comments from the education advisor.