Two young men, Abdul Qayyum and Tareq, lost their lives in Akhaura while attempting to record a TikTok video on the roof of a moving train. Two others were injured and are currently undergoing treatment.

Eyewitnesses reported that the four men were filming a video while crossing the Gangasagar Bridge. They got entangled with overhead electrical wires, lost balance, and fell off the bridge. Abdul Qayyum died instantly, while Tareq succumbed to his injuries on the way to the hospital.

The death toll from the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has surpassed 2,700. Former imam of the Mayoma Mosque, Soe Nai, has lost 170 of his family members and loved ones in the disaster. Reports indicate that three mosques in the Sagaing region collapsed, including the largest, Mayoma Mosque. Many worshippers inside these mosques were killed.

In the following days, Soe Nai received one heartbreaking news after another—the deaths of his relatives, friends, and former colleagues, most of whom perished inside the mosque. “Among the deceased are small children,” he said.

On Monday, Myanmar’s military leader Min Aung Hlaing stated that nearly 500 worshippers died when mosques collapsed during prayers.

The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka announced that 17,000 metric tons of food aid for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh have arrived in Chattogram. The aid, sourced from American farmers, will be distributed through the World Food Programme to over one million refugees. The U.S. reiterated its commitment to humanitarian assistance and urged other donor nations and international partners to step up their contributions.

A violent clash between two groups in Sunamganj’s Jamalpur village left 40 people injured, including five who suffered gunshot wounds. The dispute originated from a Facebook post related to a longstanding land conflict between the factions of Lebu Mia and Raj Uddin. The situation escalated into a fierce confrontation on Tuesday, involving firearms and traditional weapons. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has been hospitalized in Karachi due to fever and infection. Medical examinations have been conducted, and doctors are closely monitoring his condition. Party leaders have reassured the public that his health is improving. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has been receiving regular updates and has wished him a swift recovery.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi may meet Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit, according to Dr. Khalilur Rahman, the Chief Adviser’s special envoy. During a press briefing on Wednesday, he stated, "Dr. Yunus is the next chairman of BIMSTEC, so discussions with all national leaders regarding future plans are necessary. A request has been made for a meeting with PM Modi, and we are optimistic that it will take place." Dr. Yunus is set to depart for Bangkok at 9 AM on Thursday and is scheduled to return on Friday at 8 PM.

The 25th BIMSTEC Senior Officials' Meeting began today in Bangkok, ahead of the upcoming summit on April 4, 2025. A five-member delegation led by Foreign Secretary Md. Jasim Uddin is representing Bangladesh. The meeting will discuss free trade agreements, trade facilitation, customs cooperation, and investment opportunities.

Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury credited police vigilance for ensuring a peaceful Eid. He noted that law enforcement officers worked tirelessly to maintain security, and their leaves were canceled for this purpose. He also assured that while criminals will be dealt with firmly, innocent citizens will not be harassed.

Information Adviser Mahfuz Alam has stated that the government will take a tough stance against any attempts to destabilize the country. Addressing concerns raised in a New York Times report, he emphasized that the administration would prevent any rise in political or religious extremism. He also stressed the government’s commitment to upholding democratic principles.

Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, is set to travel to Bangkok on Thursday to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit. He will be accompanied by Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Tawhid Hossain and Foreign Secretary Md. Jasim Uddin. This will be their first overseas diplomatic mission together. The summit will take place from April 2-4 in Thailand's capital.

The Bangladesh Embassy in Libya confirmed on Tuesday night that local law enforcement rescued 23 abducted Bangladeshi nationals and arrested two kidnappers. The embassy thanked Misrata's law enforcement agencies for their swift action and assured that legal assistance would be provided to the rescued individuals.

Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait have officially informed the United States that they will not allow their airspace or military bases to be used for any attacks on Iran. This follows threats from the US president to bomb Iran. Meanwhile, Washington has approved the sale of MQ-9 Reaper drones to Qatar and advanced weaponry to Saudi Arabia. With these restrictions, the US has now deployed B-2 bombers to the Diego Garcia base in the Indian Ocean. Iran has already threatened retaliation if attacks originate from Diego Garcia. The US currently has two aircraft carriers and approximately 40,000 troops stationed in the Middle East.

At least 10 people were killed and six others injured in a head-on collision between a high-speed Relax Transport bus and two HiAce vans in Lohagara, Chattogram, on Wednesday morning. The accident temporarily halted traffic on the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar highway for an hour before emergency services cleared the road. The identities of the deceased are yet to be confirmed.

Three days after the shocking double murder in Chattogram, a case has been filed against Sajjad Hossain, alias "Chhoto Sajjad," and his wife, Sharmin. The case was lodged by Firoza Begum, the mother of victim Mohammad Manik. Additionally, Mohammad Hasan, Mobarak Hossain Imon, Khorshed, Raihan, and Borhan have also been named in the case. According to reports, on the night of March 29, Manik, Sarwar, Abdullah, Robin, Hridoy, and Imon were socializing near a bridge when assailants on 6-7 motorcycles opened fire on their car, killing two people on the spot.

Mohammad Hasan, who was arrested on charges of rape, committed suicide in police custody at Bhola Sadar Model Police Station around midnight on Monday. Reports indicate that earlier that day, during Eid, a housewife from Medua village accused Hasan of raping her when she went to store meat in his refrigerator. Enraged locals caught Hasan and assaulted him before handing him over to the police, who then admitted him to Bhola Sadar Hospital. After receiving medical treatment, he was placed in custody at 8 PM. Later, he reportedly hanged himself in the toilet.