Md. Akhter Hossain, Director General of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), has confirmed that an investigation has been launched against Moazzem Hossain, former APS to adviser Asif Mahmud, and Tuhin Farabi, personal officer to adviser Nurjahan Begum, over allegations of corruption.
The ACC’s intelligence unit is actively pursuing inquiries, and updates on the probe’s progress will be announced soon.
Additionally, allegations have surfaced against Dr. Mahmudul Hasan, a personal officer to the Health Adviser.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has suspended the written examinations for the 46th BCS, initially scheduled to start on May 8. The announcement came from PSC Chairman Prof. Dr. Mobasher Monem after job seekers staged a blockade at Shahbagh, demanding reforms. The protest halted traffic in the area.

Aspiring government job candidates blocked Shahbagh intersection for two and a half hours demanding eight reforms, including changes to the PSC. Mohammad Bin Yamin Molla, President of the Student Rights Council, alleged that the preliminary exam of the 46th BCS was leaked, questioning the validity of holding a written exam. Some candidates have also been on hunger strike for over 80 hours at Raju Sculpture. Molla stated they would continue protesting until all demands are met.

Donald Trump has called for U.S. military and commercial ships to be allowed free passage through the Panama and Suez Canals. He wrote, “I have instructed Secretary of State Marco Rubio to immediately address this issue.” Trump also hinted that he would not rule out using economic or military force to regain control of the Panama Canal if necessary. Historically, the United States completed construction of the canal in the early 20th century but handed over control to Panama in 1999.

Pakistan’s Railway Minister Hanif Abbasi has claimed that his country has 130 nuclear-capable missiles, including Shaheen and Ghaznavi missiles, ready to counter India. He asserted, “These missiles are not kept for display; you cannot even imagine where they have been deployed.” Abbasi warned that if India violates the Indus Waters Treaty and disrupts the flow of rivers into Pakistan, the country is fully prepared for a “full-scale war.”

Adviser Fawzul Kabir Khan has directed that any disruption in metro rail, electricity, or rail services must be immediately announced via TV scrolls. Additionally, a formal apology must be issued once services are restored. His directive came after temporary service disruptions in the metro and a blackout in the Khulna region on Saturday, incidents which were not promptly reported to him by the respective secretaries or agency heads. He emphasized, “Providing services to customers and passengers is not charity — it’s our responsibility.”

A mysterious drone has been found at the government residence of legal adviser and law professor Dr. Asif Nazrul. The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) forensic team recovered the drone and sent it for laboratory analysis. Authorities confirmed that an investigation is underway and security around his residence has been tightened. The drone was discovered around 8:45 AM yesterday by a gardener, Salma Haque, who spotted it while cleaning the lawn near the main building.

Reacting to Sheikh Hasina’s remarks about prosecuting members of an interim government, Professor Asif Nazrul said he feels no pressure whatsoever. “She repeatedly says she will return to Bangladesh, and that’s exactly what we want. We have already submitted a request for her extradition,” Nazrul stated. Criticizing Hasina’s activities abroad, he added, “Her activists are under constant threat, yet she enjoys hospitality in another country and recites poetry — behavior unthinkable for a sane individual.” Regarding the formation of an interim government instead of a revolutionary government, Nazrul said, “After Hasina’s fall, there was no serious discussion about the nature of the next government. We were mainly focused on how to remove her. The mass uprising on August 5 had revolutionary elements but did not turn into a full revolution. If Sheikh Hasina had remained in power longer and continued mass killings, a revolution could have been inevitable.”

Professor Ali Riaz stated that the united efforts of the public forced the fascist regime to flee and emphasized the need to uphold the spirit of unity. He noted that overcoming the accumulated crises will require not only implementing the Reform Commission’s report but also building a democratic state structure. Jonaid Saki added that consensus points among stakeholders would form the “July Charter,” while unresolved issues would be taken to the public for further discussion.

The Anti-Discrimination Employees’ Unity Forum has demanded the resignation of advisors Asif Mahmud and Nurjahan Begum. They also thanked the government for dismissing two allegedly corrupt APS officials. According to media reports, Moazzem Hossain amassed 400 crore BDT through lobbying, while similar allegations exist against Tuhin Farabi and Dr. Mahmudul Hasan. While some have been removed, the Forum stressed that responsibility ultimately lies with their superiors. The ACC (Anti-Corruption Commission) has launched investigations against the two former APS officers.

Workers and representatives from 22 affected factories staged a protest in front of the Australian High Commission, demanding the return of embezzled funds from Australia’s Mosaic Brands and justice at an international court. Taslima Akhter stated that Bangladeshi workers hope the Australian government will promptly act through its High Commissioner to ensure their dues and protect 22 factories. She urged immediate efforts to recover nearly 2.5 billion BDT owed to workers and factories.

Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam confirmed that Bangladesh’s national election will be held between December and June. He emphasized that ongoing reforms will continue during this period and that political party opinions regarding election timing are irrelevant. Alam assured that once reforms are completed, an election date will be announced without unnecessary delays.

The Search Committee tasked with restructuring Bangladesh’s sports federations has been granted an extension until May 10. Initially expected to complete their work by April 20, the committee requested more time to finalize new leadership proposals for the federations. So far, 31 out of 52 federations have had ad-hoc committees formed, with the remaining expected to be completed by early May.

DNCC Administrator Mohammad Ejaz announced a citywide crackdown on unauthorized autorickshaws, workshops, and charging stations. DNCC, in collaboration with DMP, has already compiled a list of targets. Residents and homeowners’ associations have been urged not to permit illegal vehicles into their neighborhoods, emphasizing that a proactive local community would make it easier to eliminate such unauthorized operations.

Local Government Advisor Asif Mahmud criticized the practice of appointing election-losing candidates as mayors through court verdicts, calling it an endorsement of rigged elections under Sheikh Hasina’s rule. Citing the cases of BNP candidates Shahadat Hossain and Ishraq Hossain, Mahmud urged political parties to refrain from legitimizing such elections. He clarified that they were not official parties to the lawsuits.