Police recovered the hanging body of Dhaka University student Anika Mehrunnesa Sahi (24) from a women’s hostel in Elephant Road, under New Market Police Station.

She was taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital at around 1:45 AM on Sunday night, where doctors declared her dead. Anika was a student of the university’s Management Department.

Initial investigations suggest the incident may be linked to a romantic dispute. A student from BUET has been taken into custody for questioning. The body has been sent for autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.

On Monday, the Public Security Division of the Ministry of Home Affairs issued a notification announcing the suspension of Joint Commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Biplob Kumar Sarkar and Joint Commissioner of DMP Traffic S.M. Mehedi Hasan.

The suspension was reportedly due to unauthorized absence from duty without prior notice or approval. During their suspension, they will be attached to the Barishal Range DIG’s office and will receive allowances as per regulations. The decision has been taken in the public interest, according to the official statement.

Interim Government’s Legal Adviser, Professor Asif Nazrul, stated that governance in a post-revolution situation remains difficult due to a crippled police force, judiciary, and administration. Speaking at a law enforcement workshop in Rajshahi, he emphasized that remnants of the ousted fascist regime still have significant financial resources and malicious intentions, further destabilizing the situation. However, he assured that the government is making relentless efforts to restore law and order through determination and innovative strategies. The event was attended by top legal and law enforcement officials.

Students of Bangabandhu Digital University (BDU) staged a railway blockade in Kaliakair, Gazipur, demanding the institution’s name be changed to “Bangladesh Digital University” instead of “Gazipur Digital University,” as per a recently issued government gazette.

The blockade, which began at 9:20 AM on Monday, has disrupted train services between northern Bangladesh and Dhaka.

The government has revoked the Bangladesh Police Medal (BPM) and President’s Police Medal (PPM) from 103 police officers, including former IGP Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun. A Home Ministry circular stated that these officers were directly involved in the disputed 2018 national elections. The decision aims to uphold transparency and accountability in the force. Additionally, recipients must return all financial benefits linked to these medals. This move underscores the government’s stance against electoral misconduct and reinforces ethical standards in law enforcement.

At around 3:30 AM on Sunday night, Hasnat Abdullah unexpectedly arrived outside the Baridhara residence of Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury.

Although he spoke briefly with journalists, he avoided live media interactions and did not enter the adviser’s residence.

Earlier, at 3:05 AM, the Home Affairs Adviser held a press conference addressing the country’s deteriorating law and order situation, blaming allies of the fascist Awami League government for the rise in crimes such as rape, robbery, and theft.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated that Israel is prepared to resume its military operations against Hamas. Hamas, on the other hand, claims that Israel is putting the five-week ceasefire at risk by suspending the prisoner exchange process.

The ceasefire’s first phase, which started on January 19, was supposed to end in early March, but no final agreement has been reached on the next steps. On Saturday, Israel suspended the release of 600 Palestinian prisoners under the initial deal.

“We have dismantled most of Hamas’ organized forces, and we will completely achieve our war goals—through negotiations or by other means,” Netanyahu stated.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that Israel is ready to resume its war against Hamas. Meanwhile, Hamas has accused Israel of jeopardizing the five-week-long ceasefire by suspending the prisoner exchange process.

The first phase of the ceasefire, which began on January 19, was set to expire in early March, but no final decision has been made regarding the next phase. On Saturday, Israel halted the release of 600 Palestinian prisoners under the initial prisoner swap agreement.

“We have eliminated most of Hamas’ organized forces, and there is no doubt that we will fully achieve our war objectives—whether through negotiations or other means,” Netanyahu declared.

RAB-12 Bogura Company Commander Lt. Commander M. Abul Hashem Sabuj announced in a press release on Sunday afternoon that fugitive murder suspect Md. Sagar (33) has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting during the Bogura uprising.

Sagar was apprehended on Saturday night in the Char Matha area and has since been handed over to the police.

According to case details, on August 4 last year, at around 3 PM, schoolteacher Selim Hossain, son of Sekendar Ali from Polikanda village in Shibganj, was brutally beaten and hacked to death in the Satmatha area of Bogura. Eyewitnesses claim he was mistaken for a police officer and killed by the mob.

Saifullah Panna, Secretary of the Chief Adviser’s Office, stated that Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus maintains a firm stance against corruption. He warned that those currently involved in corruption within the administration—or attempting to do so—are being closely monitored, with strict actions being taken against them.

Panna emphasized that some believe this government will be short-lived, but any future government will have to implement these reforms as they reflect the demands of the people. He also highlighted that the interim government has raised paddy prices to support farmers and has taken decisive steps to revive the struggling economy.

A group of 84 students from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET) staged a sit-in at the Central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka on Sunday before submitting a memorandum to the Chief Adviser, demanding the resignation of the KUET Vice-Chancellor and five other reforms. A five-member student delegation handed over the memorandum at the Chief Adviser’s residence, where an official named Sabbir Ahmed received it. The students vowed not to return to campus until their demands were met. Among their demands are the removal of the VC and Pro-VC for failing to ensure security and legal measures, along with banning student politics.

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is scheduled to visit Bangladesh in mid-March to meet Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar, according to UN Special Envoy on Myanmar, Julie Bishop. During a meeting with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on Sunday, they discussed the Rohingya crisis, potential solutions, and strategies to engage new international donors for humanitarian aid. Yunus urged Bishop to play a significant role in the upcoming international conference on the Rohingya crisis later this year.

A 13-year-old fifth-grade student in Nokla, Sherpur, was allegedly gang-raped, prompting a large crowd of people from different walks of life to surround the local police station, demanding justice. Police arrested the prime suspect, Ashiq, on Monday evening. Authorities revealed that the girl left home on Friday night to visit a neighbor but did not return. Her family later found her unconscious in a nearby cornfield. Ashiq and 3-4 other assailants reportedly fled the scene. The victim was rescued and taken to the hospital for treatment.

Speaking at a shadow parliament session titled “The July Uprising Proves the Spirit of ’71 Lives On” at FDC, Professor Abul Kashem Fazlul Haque, president of the Bangla Academy, condemned the past government’s crimes, including the systematic torture of detainees in secret cells. He stated that those responsible could face execution for their actions. He further asserted that the nation expects Sheikh Hasina to be brought back under a prisoner exchange agreement with India and put on trial. He credited the spirit of ’71 for inspiring student-led movements that ultimately led to the fall of the “fascist Hasina regime.”

Lieutenant General (Ret.) Mohammad Jahangir Alam, Home Minister’s Adviser, declared that Awami League’s allies will face strict action as they aim to destabilize the country using embezzled funds. In an emergency press briefing, he vowed to disrupt their activities and stated that security patrols will be intensified. Any negligence from law enforcement will result in punitive measures. Jahangir Alam emphasized that Awami allies will be relentlessly pursued, with no leniency granted to those involved in destabilizing the nation.