Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has filed a lawsuit against the Indian government, accusing it of excessive control over online content. The controversy erupted after India’s Ministry of Home Affairs launched a new website, allowing any government office to issue notices for blocking social media posts. X has alleged that this system enables extreme censorship, giving authorities the power to suppress unfavorable content. Meanwhile, Musk is also expanding Tesla and Starlink operations in India.

Malaysian authorities detained 51 Bangladeshi nationals at the airport for attempting to enter the country on tourist visas with fake hotel bookings and documents.

Upon interrogation, they admitted that they had planned to seek employment in Malaysia. Officials noticed suspicious behavior among a group of 67 individuals and conducted an inspection, leading to the arrests. One person attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended.

Tensions between the U.S. and China have escalated under Donald Trump’s administration. A report by The New York Times claimed that Elon Musk was scheduled to brief the Pentagon on potential military conflict with China. However, Trump dismissed the claim, stating that the meeting had no connection to China. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted on X, clarifying that the agenda focused on “innovation, efficiency, and smart manufacturing.”

Sajib Sardar, a 28-year-old from Madaripur’s Shibchar, died in a Libyan detention facility after being tortured by human traffickers. He had planned to migrate to Italy through a local agent, Borhan Bepari, under a contract worth Tk 1.5 million ($15,000). However, he and his cousin Rakib were sold multiple times by traffickers. His family had already paid Tk 4.6 million ($46,000) in ransom, yet he was killed. Sajib’s last conversation with his family took place on Wednesday night, and by Thursday, news of his death had reached home.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has sent a letter to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, setting a two-month deadline for reaching a nuclear agreement. Khamenei condemned Trump’s ultimatum as “bullying tactics.” Iran’s Foreign Ministry stated that the letter is still under review and a response is being prepared. Trump remarked, “We cannot allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons. While I prefer a peace agreement, other options remain on the table.”

Former British minister Tulip Siddiq has accused Bangladeshi authorities of targeting her with baseless propaganda in an official letter. She stated that investigators never formally informed her of any allegations. The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) responded, asserting that Tulip had benefitted from Awami League corruption. The letter also questioned her claims of ignorance regarding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's governance, stating that such claims were difficult to believe.

Kolkata police have sought a 'Lookout Notice' against 69 Bangladeshi nationals accused of obtaining Indian passports using forged documents. These individuals, now residing abroad with Indian passports, will be restricted from traveling to other countries if the notice is issued. Any attempt to leave their current country of residence will be flagged to Kolkata police. The investigation began in late 2024 following allegations of passport fraud at Bhawanipur police station, leading to the arrest of 10 individuals, including a retired district intelligence officer and a Bangladeshi national. Of the 121 fraudulent passport applications, 73 passports have already been issued, and at least 20 individuals have traveled abroad using them.

At least six migrants lost their lives, and 40 remain missing after a boat capsized near Lampedusa, Italy, the United Nations refugee agency confirmed on Wednesday. The Italian Coast Guard has so far rescued ten individuals and resumed search operations at dawn to locate more survivors.

According to the rescued migrants, a group of 56 people fell into the water due to rough weather conditions. They had set out from Tunisia on a small dinghy, attempting to reach European shores. In 2023, a total of 41,584 migrants crossed the Eastern Mediterranean migration route into the EU, a significant increase from 12,758 in 2022.

Authorities at Kuala Lumpur International Airport have detained 45 foreign nationals, including 36 Bangladeshis, for failing to meet entry requirements.

According to an official statement, immigration officers screened 115 foreigners, out of which 45 individuals failed to meet the necessary entry criteria. Among them, 36 were Bangladeshi citizens, while the remaining 9 were Pakistanis.

The detainees were not allowed to disembark and have been transferred to the monitoring unit for further investigation.

India has significantly reduced medical visa approvals for Bangladeshis, creating an opportunity for China to expand its medical services in the country, according to a Reuters report.

In 2023, a majority of Indian visas issued to Bangladeshis were for affordable private medical treatment. However, following Hasina’s ouster, India is now granting fewer than 1,000 medical visas per day, a steep decline from the previous 5,000–7,000 daily approvals.

Meanwhile, at least 14 Chinese firms have invested over $230 million in Bangladesh since the interim government took office. India has yet to respond to Bangladesh’s extradition request regarding Hasina. The Chief Adviser is set to visit China later this month.

The Government of Bangladesh has expressed strong condemnation and deep concern over Israel’s renewed military aggression in Gaza. The attacks have resulted in significant civilian casualties, particularly among women and children. Bangladesh considers this cycle of violence a blatant violation of international human rights laws and a serious disregard for established ceasefire agreements. The government calls on Israel to immediately halt all military operations, exercise maximum restraint, and respect international humanitarian laws.

In an attempt to end the Russia-Ukraine war, former U.S. President Donald Trump held a nearly two-hour phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to CNN, the discussion aimed to persuade Putin to agree to a 30-day temporary ceasefire and make concessions, including withdrawing Russian troops from occupied Ukrainian territories. However, Putin was reportedly reluctant to accept the proposal. Trump also hinted at allowing Russia to retain control over Ukrainian land, including the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.

Fifteen Bangladeshi nationals have been arrested at Kuala Lumpur International Airport while attempting to enter Malaysia by posing as cricketers. The Border Control and Security Agency detained them on Monday after they arrived wearing cricket jerseys and presented fake tournament invitations to deceive immigration officers.

An investigation revealed that the invitation letters were fraudulent, and there was no scheduled cricket tournament between March 21 and 23. The detainees also attempted to secure a sponsor as their guarantor, but the person in question admitted to having no knowledge of any such tournament.

France is seeking the return of the Statue of Liberty from the United States. On Sunday, French lawmaker Raphaël Glucksmann made the call, arguing that the values for which the statue was gifted no longer align with present-day America. The Statue of Liberty, a symbol of American independence, was presented as a gift from France in 1885, representing human rights, freedom, and democracy. Glucksmann stated that those who still believe in scientific freedom and human rights should support reclaiming the statue. He also criticized Donald Trump’s stance on Ukraine and various immigration policies.

Due to Israel’s blockade, one million children in Gaza are experiencing extreme hunger, according to UNICEF. The organization reported that thousands are deprived of clean water and basic sanitation. “Immediate access to water and electricity is necessary to save children’s lives,” said UNICEF Regional Director Eduardo Beigbeder from Deir al-Balah. He emphasized that water is a fundamental human right and should not be denied. While UNICEF and its partners are striving to provide aid, Beigbeder warned that unless the blockade is lifted or a lasting ceasefire is established, the crisis will continue to worsen.