India has resumed importing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from Iran for the first time in several years, despite ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Reuters, the shipment became possible after the United States temporarily eased sanctions on Iranian oil and energy exports. The sanctioned tanker named 'Aurora', carrying Iranian LPG, is expected to arrive soon at Mangalore port on India’s western coast. The cargo will be distributed among three state-owned energy companies: Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation, and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation.

India had halted energy imports from Iran in 2019 due to pressure from Western sanctions. The renewed trade comes as energy transport through the Hormuz Strait has been disrupted following the outbreak of war between the United States, Israel, and Iran, leaving India among the most affected countries.

The development highlights India’s efforts to secure energy supplies amid regional instability and fluctuating global sanctions policies.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed a petition to show retired Lieutenant General Masud Uddin Chowdhury arrested in a corruption case involving the alleged embezzlement of Tk 119 crore. The case accuses him and his associates of misusing government authority and breaching trust while recruiting workers for Malaysia. The Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge’s Court has set April 9 for a hearing in the presence of the accused, according to ACC Assistant Director Aminul Islam.

The petition, submitted by ACC Assistant Director Abul Kalam Azad, claims that Masud and his associates collected extra money beyond the government-fixed fee of Tk 78,990 per worker. They allegedly exploited political influence to collect illegal payments from 7,124 workers, totaling Tk 119.32 crore. The case was filed on March 11 under multiple sections of the Penal Code, the Money Laundering Prevention Act 2012, and the Prevention of Corruption Act 1947.

The ACC stated that Masud’s release on bail could obstruct the investigation, justifying the need to show him arrested in this case. He was earlier detained from his Baridhara DOHS residence and placed on a five-day remand.

The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has approved a Tk 500 crore zero-coupon bond proposed by Akij Food and Beverage Limited. The approval was granted during a commission meeting held on Wednesday, chaired by BSEC Chairman Khondkar Rashed Maksud, according to an official press release.

The bond will be unsecured, non-convertible, and fully redeemable at face value upon maturity, with no interest payments. Its tenure will range from six months to a maximum of five years. Each unit of the bond will have a face value of Tk 10 lakh and will be issued through private placement to banks, non-bank financial institutions, insurance companies, institutional investors, and high-net-worth individuals. Sena Kalyan Insurance PLC will act as the trustee, while North Star Investments (BD) Limited will serve as the fund arranger.

The approval marks a significant financing initiative for Akij Food and Beverage Limited, expanding its access to institutional capital through the domestic bond market.

Authorities in Kuakata, Patuakhali, launched a special operation on March 25, 2026, to control reckless motorcycle movement on the beach following a report in the daily Amar Desh highlighting tourist safety concerns and police inaction. The operation began around 4:30 p.m. and was led by Kuakata Municipality Administrator and Assistant Commissioner (Land) Yasin Sadek, with support from the Tourist Police.

During the drive, several motorcycles were seized for operating in tourist walking areas, and their keys were confiscated. Considering the tourism season, no fines were imposed, but the riders were warned and later had their keys returned. The administration also designated a specific zone for motorcycle use, warning that any violations outside this area would result in legal action.

Tourists and local residents expressed satisfaction with the initiative but urged that such monitoring be maintained permanently to ensure continued safety and order on the beach.

The government has formed two separate committees to investigate the bus sinking incident in the Padma River near Daulatdia ferry terminal in Rajbari. State Minister for Shipping and Bridges Rajib Ahsan announced the decision while supervising the rescue operation at the site. The accident occurred on Wednesday, March 25, when a bus from Sohardya Paribahan lost control and fell into the river from pontoon number 3. Rescue ship Hamza and a team of divers from BIWTA reached the scene within minutes and began operations despite adverse weather conditions. By 1 a.m., sixteen bodies had been recovered, including eleven women and five men.

According to the ministry, one committee led by the Additional District Magistrate of Rajbari will submit its report within three to four working days, while another five-member committee headed by Additional Secretary Mahidul Islam of the Ministry of Shipping will report within three days. The rescue operation continues jointly by BIWTA, Fire Service, and Coast Guard, with plans to expand the search area in daylight. Families of the deceased are receiving initial financial aid of 25,000 taka each, and longer-term rehabilitation measures are being planned.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is monitoring the situation and maintaining communication with local authorities, according to the state minister.

A Dhaka court has ordered the reopening of the Moghbazar-based Punjabi store 'Nabin Fashion' within 24 hours and summoned the officer-in-charge of Hatirjheel Police Station for an explanation. The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman issued the order on March 25, 2026, acting on his own initiative under Section 25 of the Criminal Procedure Code. The directive followed reports that a group, accompanied by police, had shut down the store.

The court expressed dissatisfaction over the police’s passive role during the incident, noting that such inaction could create public fear. The officer-in-charge has been instructed to appear before the court within three days with a written explanation and to submit the names and details of those involved in the closure. The court also directed him to personally ensure the store’s reopening at the site.

The incident gained attention after a video circulated on social media on March 20, showing neighboring shopkeepers closing the store for selling Punjabis at lower prices, comparing the discounts to relief distribution, while police were seen present at the scene.

Kuwait has decided to reduce oil production due to a security crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. The state-owned Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) announced the decision in a statement on Tuesday, citing increased risks to maritime navigation. The company said production had already been reduced since the second week of March and would return to normal levels once the situation stabilizes. Under normal conditions, Kuwait produces more than three million barrels of oil per day.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global energy route, used daily by nearly 20 percent of the world’s oil and gas shipments. Security risks in the region have intensified since the start of the Middle East war, with several oil tankers reportedly attacked. In response, Iran has warned that vessels belonging to the United States, Israel, and their allies could face continued attacks as long as the conflict persists.

The production cut reflects Kuwait’s precautionary stance amid growing instability in the region, which has already disrupted energy supplies and affected daily life across parts of Asia.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police has formed an investigation committee following an incident at a shop in the Moghbazar Vishal Center involving a dispute over a Punjabi sales offer. The decision was confirmed on Wednesday, March 25, by DMP’s Deputy Commissioner (Media and Public Relations) Muhammad Talebur Rahman. As part of the immediate administrative action, the officer-in-charge of Hatirjheel Police Station has been closed to DMP Headquarters, and an assistant sub-inspector has been attached to Rajarbagh Police Lines.

According to the DMP press release, the incident occurred on Friday, March 20, when an unexpected situation arose between the market committee and a showroom over a promotional offer. The investigation committee will look into whether any police personnel were involved in the matter.

Further measures will be taken based on the recommendations of the investigation committee once its findings are submitted.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has made it clear that fuel prices will not increase, according to his Policy and Strategy Adviser Jahid Ur Rahman. Speaking at a press conference organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on March 25, the adviser warned that petrol pump owners would not benefit from hoarding fuel. He emphasized that the government is monitoring the situation and urged citizens to refrain from panic buying.

Jahid Ur Rahman explained that the current fuel supply strain is linked to global crises and public fear rather than government mismanagement. He compared the situation to a bank run, noting that excessive withdrawals—or in this case, hoarding—can disrupt normal supply chains. The adviser said the government deliberately avoided raising domestic fuel prices to prevent inflation, given the country’s limited purchasing power.

He added that fuel rationing before Eid was lifted to ensure smooth travel, and called for public awareness to prevent unnecessary shortages caused by fear-driven behavior.

Police in Jamalpur detained eleven individuals on Wednesday night for allegedly attempting to sell 3,000 liters of petrol illegally in Kendua Kalibari Bazar. Locals intercepted seven vehicles, including pickup vans and autorickshaws, carrying 15 drums of petrol reportedly being smuggled by local retailer Sohel Rana. The suspects and seized fuel were handed over to Jamalpur Sadar Police Station after being held at the Kendua Union Parishad office.

According to police and witnesses, the petrol was being transported to Bogura’s Sariakandi area for sale on the black market. Residents claimed that Sohel Rana and two other main suspects were released, sparking local frustration. Authorities confirmed that legal proceedings are underway and that the seized petrol and vehicles remain in police custody.

Officials stated that regular mobile court drives will continue against illegal fuel trading. The Jamalpur upazila administration assured citizens that there is no fuel shortage and urged the public not to panic.

A passenger bus that plunged into the Padma River at Daulatdia in Rajbari has been recovered, with fire service personnel pulling out bodies one after another late Wednesday night. The bus, which had sunk earlier in the evening, was lifted from the river around 11:30 p.m. According to the Fire Service, twelve bodies have been recovered so far, including three men, six women, and three children. Rescue workers also found school bags, shoes, and other belongings floating from the damaged vehicle, while three ambulances were kept ready to assist the operation.

Witnesses and relatives gathered at the riverbank searching for missing family members. One man said his friend’s sister and her husband were on the bus and remain missing. Another person reported that his wife, daughter, and niece survived by swimming ashore, but his young son and nephew are still unaccounted for. A grandfather waited in tears for news of his two grandchildren.

According to the ferry terminal supervisor, the bus carrying about 50 passengers was waiting for a ferry when a small utility ferry named “Hasna Hena” struck the pontoon, causing the bus to lose control and fall into the river.

A Dhaka court has summoned the officer-in-charge of Hatirjheel Police Station following dissatisfaction over police conduct in the closure of a Punjabi shop named 'Nabin Fashion' in the Moghbazar area. The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman issued the order on Wednesday, acting on his own initiative. The court also directed the officer to reopen the shop within 24 hours in the presence of police at the site.

According to the court order, a report published in a national daily’s online edition showed that a group of people, accompanied by police, ordered the closure of the 'Nabin' brand shop at Moghbazar’s Vishal Center Market. Some individuals were seen behaving disorderly while police officers stood by without intervening. The court observed that such inaction could create fear among the public and questioned why it should not be declared unlawful and unprofessional.

The officer-in-charge has been instructed to appear before the court within three days with a written explanation and to submit the names and details of those involved in the incident.

A passenger bus of Souhardya Paribahan plunged into the Padma River at Daulatdia ferry terminal in Rajbari’s Goalanda upazila on Wednesday evening after losing control. The incident occurred around 5:15 p.m. when a small ferry named ‘Hasna Hena’ hit the pontoon, causing the bus to fall into the river. By 11 p.m., six hours after the accident, the rescue ship Hamza had not yet been able to retrieve the submerged vehicle.

Rajbari Superintendent of Police Mohammad Manjur Morshed said the bus had been located about 50 feet underwater, with ropes attached to one side and efforts underway to secure the other side before lifting it. He noted that bad weather was hampering the operation. Six to seven passengers reportedly swam to safety, while four others were rescued; two of them, all women, died at the hospital, one remains under treatment, and another left after primary care.

According to the terminal supervisor, the bus was traveling from Kumarkhali to Dhaka with about 50 passengers, including women and children. Additional diving units from Faridpur, Aricha, and Dhaka were dispatched to assist the ongoing rescue.

Locals in Fatullah, Narayanganj, detained an ambulance driver and his assistant on Wednesday morning after they allegedly tried to flee after leaving a body beside a road near Tara Spinning Mill in the Narsinghpur area. The incident occurred around 9 a.m. on March 25, 2026. Police from Fatullah Model Station arrived shortly after being alerted through the national emergency number 999 and took both the driver, Raju Mia, and his helper, Hridoy, into custody along with the ambulance.

According to local witnesses, the ambulance was behaving suspiciously when the men attempted to abandon the body. Raju Mia told police he had been hired to transport the body from Khanpur Hospital to Boktabali for burial, but the people who hired him left the vehicle midway and could not be found afterward. Hridoy said he joined the vehicle only because the driver asked for help out of fear.

Sub-inspector Shahidul of Fatullah Model Police Station said the ambulance and the body were seized, and an investigation is underway to identify the deceased and uncover the motive behind the incident.

Justice Golam Mortuza Majumdar, chairman of International Crimes Tribunal-1, reported that his Facebook and WhatsApp accounts were hacked. The incident was recorded in a general diary at Shahbagh Police Station in Dhaka on Tuesday evening, confirmed by the station’s officer-in-charge on Wednesday. The accounts were reportedly compromised on March 18, raising concerns that hackers might misuse them. A letter was also sent to the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission for necessary action.

Prosecutor Tanvir Hasan Zoha stated that the judge might have clicked a fraudulent link or downloaded an unauthorized application, leading to the breach. Although the judge’s mobile phone has been secured, his social media accounts remain under hacker control. The issue first appeared on March 17 when his phone malfunctioned, and he later informed Zoha on March 22, prompting removal of remote-control software.

According to tribunal sources, administrative and security measures have been strengthened, and an investigation into the hacking is ongoing.