Bangla Academy has decided to revert to the traditional spelling of 'Eid' instead of 'Id,' reaffirming its commitment to preserving the purity and heritage of the Bengali language. Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajeeb Bhuiyan announced on Thursday night, "This is a historic decision, as linguists and literary figures believe that 'Eid' represents both the beauty and cultural legacy of our language." Following this decision, all official and private publications, along with the media, will use the spelling ‘Eid.’

The United States has pledged an additional $73 million in humanitarian aid for Rohingya refugees through the UN World Food Programme. US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated in an X post, "This food and nutrition assistance is crucial for over a million people." The US remains the largest donor to the Rohingya crisis, having provided approximately $2.4 billion since 2017. However, the Trump administration previously announced plans to reduce aid for the Rohingya after returning to power.

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus held a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, which was described as constructive and fruitful by Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam. During the discussion, Dr. Yunus called for China to take a stronger role in the repatriation of Rohingya refugees. Additionally, he urged China to play a more significant role in ensuring peace, prosperity, and stability in both Bangladesh and China.

On Thursday, Iran responded to a letter from former US President Donald Trump via Oman, reaffirming its stance against direct negotiations under pressure. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated, "We are open to indirect negotiations with the US." Previously, on March 7, Trump had announced that he had sent a letter to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, inviting discussions over Iran’s nuclear program. Trump also warned that if Tehran refused to negotiate, military action could be taken.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that the United States' new administration is taking its plans to seize Greenland seriously. Former US President Donald Trump had previously claimed that acquiring Greenland was essential for Washington’s 'international security.' Putin cautioned that underestimating the US’s ambitions regarding Greenland would be a grave mistake. He pointed out that these plans have deep historical roots. While Russia is not directly involved in the territorial claims over Greenland, Moscow is concerned that NATO countries are increasingly strategizing to use the Arctic region in potential conflicts.

Deputy Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser, Abul Kalam Azad Majumder, confirmed that Chinese President Xi Jinping has held a bilateral meeting with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus. The meeting took place at 10 AM local time on Friday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Later, Professor Yunus is scheduled to participate in an 'Investment Dialogue' with Chinese business leaders at Presidential Beijing. The Chief Adviser is expected to return home on March 29 after his four-day visit to China.

The ‘Bangladesh First’ Foundation has announced its new leadership, appointing BNP’s Joint Secretary General Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie as President and Rakibul Islam Bakul as General Secretary.

Other key appointments include Sultan Salahuddin Tuku as Treasurer, with members including Abdul Monayem Munna, SM Jilani, Nurul Islam Nayan, Atikur Rahman Rumon, Gias Uddin Rimon, Rajib Ahsan, Rakibul Islam Rakib, Nasir Uddin Nasir, Jahidul Islam Rony, and Ehsan Mahmud.

Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh’s camps are undergoing military training in Myanmar’s jungles, preparing for a return to their homeland.

According to British newspaper The Independent, Rohingya fighters are frequently relocating training camps to avoid detection. Commanders claim they are preparing to fight both Myanmar’s military junta and rival rebel groups.

One trainee, Mohammad Ayas, stated: “I am ready to fight for our rights, freedom, and homeland, no matter the cost.” Reports suggest that over 1,000 Rohingya youth have already received training.

The White House has strongly reacted to a leaked Signal chat, published by The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, which reportedly contained discussions about attacks on Yemen.

Former President Donald Trump dismissed the report as a “conspiratorial effort” and labeled The Atlantic a “failed magazine.”

Goldberg defended the publication, stating that no classified information was disclosed and that the decision to publish was made in response to allegations from the Trump administration. Meanwhile, U.S. authorities are investigating how the journalist was mistakenly added to the chat group.

A ministerial-level committee has recommended the withdrawal of 6,681 cases that were allegedly filed against political leaders and activists as acts of harassment.

The Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Ministry announced the recommendation on Thursday, following discussions in nine committee meetings led by Adviser Asif Nazrul. Previously, the Home Ministry had formed two separate committees to address politically motivated cases.

Sanjida Khatun, one of the founders of Chhayanaut, has donated her body to the Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) Anatomy Department for scientific research.

She made this decision in 1998, intending to contribute to medical science. The BMU Anatomy Department officially received her remains on Thursday, with her family members present.

The Bangladesh Bank has revised the daily and monthly transaction limits for mobile financial services (MFS) such as bKash, Nagad, and Rocket. Under the new regulations, customers can now cash in up to BDT 50,000 per day and BDT 300,000 per month. Previously, the limits were BDT 30,000 per day and BDT 200,000 per month.

Similarly, the daily cash-out limit has been increased to BDT 30,000, while the monthly cash-out cap is now BDT 200,000, up from BDT 150,000. The maximum account balance limit has also been raised from BDT 300,000 to BDT 500,000.

The government of New Jersey, USA, has launched a pilot project named “Green Growth”, inspired by the development policies of Tarique Rahman. The project adopts the widely recognized slogan of the Ziaur Rahman Foundation: “A little initiative, a little effort, leads to prosperity.” This slogan is prominently featured on project vehicles, brochures, and membership forms.

Funded by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and supervised by the Bangladesh Association of South Jersey, the two-year pilot project in Atlantic City aims to improve food security and support economically disadvantaged women. Project coordinator Zahirul Islam Babul stated that the primary goal is to enhance the financial independence of underprivileged women while ensuring food security in the region. In the first year, 30 women will receive funding, and their products will be sold under a profit-sharing model through Green Growth.

The main Eid-ul-Fitr congregation at the National Eidgah will take place at 8:30 AM in the High Court premises. In case of adverse weather conditions, the congregation will be shifted to the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque at 9:00 AM. This decision was made during a recent inter-ministerial meeting on Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Religious Affairs, was presided over by Adviser A.F.M. Khalid Hossain.

The annual Sri Sri Advaita Janmadham pilgrimage and Ganga Snan festival, one of the most significant religious events for the Hindu community in Bangladesh, is currently underway at the banks of the Jadukata River in Tahirpur, Sunamganj. The sacred bathing ritual, performed for the well-being of ancestors’ souls, began on Wednesday at 11:01 PM and will continue until Thursday at 9:24 PM, following the lunar calendar.

The festival has attracted hundreds of thousands of devotees and has also given rise to a vibrant rural fair. However, unlike previous years, the three-day Urs festival at the shrine of the revered mystic Shah Arefin—traditionally held simultaneously—has been canceled this year. The absence of this parallel event has resulted in a slightly smaller crowd than in previous years.