Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union (Raksu) General Secretary Salahuddin Ammar stated that the leaders who led Nepal’s recent mass uprising have now formed the government. He attributed this to the absence of what he called the Dhaka University or 'brotherhood' culture. Ammar made the remarks on Friday in a verified Facebook post.

In his post, Ammar reflected on his involvement in campus movements during the period when the 'pet quota' protest was active. He alleged that many national-level leaders were so preoccupied with internal matters that they failed to raise a strong voice from Dhaka University demanding the abolition of the quota. He also mentioned that while large cultural programs were held at Dhaka University, his efforts to organize similar events at Rajshahi University were ignored.

Wishing success to Nepal’s 'Gen-Z government', Ammar said any party formed by the uprising leaders would be his 'beloved organization'. He criticized the culture of favoritism and fan-based evaluation in politics, saying it had driven many activists away from their organizations.

Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence has issued a warning that individuals who share photos or videos of sites damaged by recent US and Israeli attacks will face severe consequences. In a statement released on March 7, 2026, the ministry said that taking pictures of affected areas and sending them to what it described as “terrorist satellite networks, virtual pages, or enemy media channels” would be treated as collaboration with hostile forces.

The ministry labeled those involved in such activities as “mercenaries” working for Israel and stated that it would monitor these “Israeli soldiers” and take legal action against them. It also urged the public to report any information about such activities to the authorities.

The warning comes amid heightened tensions following attacks that damaged Iranian facilities, with the government seeking to control information flow and prevent the dissemination of images from affected areas.

NCP convener and opposition chief whip Nahid Islam has said that attempts are being made to rehabilitate the Awami League in the name of the Liberation War and the historic 7 March. Speaking as the chief guest at an iftar and doa mahfil organized by NCP Faridpur at Ambika Memorial Hall on Saturday, he stated that the Liberation War is a glorious chapter for the nation, but the Awami League has tarnished that glory by legitimizing crimes such as enforced disappearances, killings, and money laundering in its name.

Nahid Islam accused the government of betraying the aspirations of July and the July Charter, claiming that while his party took two oaths under the implementation order, the ruling party violated one of them. Expressing willingness to work positively with the government, he demanded that the Reform Council take oath before the 12th session and that the first session remove what he called a fascist president. Otherwise, he warned, the eleven-party alliance would take to the streets.

Several NCP and affiliated organization leaders attended the event as special guests.

Hamidreza Gholamzadeh, director of Iran’s think tank Diplo House, dismissed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s assertion that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent statement amounted to a surrender. Gholamzadeh said Trump’s claim was completely false and misrepresented the president’s message.

According to Gholamzadeh, Pezeshkian’s video message stated that Iran would not target neighboring countries unless attacked first. He clarified that Iran’s actions are directed not at its neighbors but at U.S. or Israeli interests and facilities in the region. Gholamzadeh added that Iran has urged neighboring states not to allow their territories or airspace to be used by the United States or Israel for attacks against Iran.

He described this request as both normal and lawful, emphasizing that it reflects Iran’s defensive stance rather than any sign of capitulation.

A fire broke out at the BNP office in Maheshpur upazila of Jhenaidah on Friday night after unidentified miscreants allegedly poured petrol and set the building ablaze. The incident occurred in Srirampur area of Mandarbaria Union, where two crude bombs exploded during the attack. The blaze destroyed chairs, tables, and other furniture inside the office before locals managed to bring the fire under control.

According to local accounts, the attack took place around 1 a.m. when several individuals targeted the ward-level BNP office. The flames quickly engulfed the office, burning all furniture and a portrait of the party’s chief. Police later visited the site to assess the damage.

Maheshpur Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mehedi Hasan stated that authorities have inspected the scene and will take legal action following an investigation.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called on traders not to raise commodity prices through dishonest means during the holy month of Ramadan. He made the appeal on Saturday at an iftar gathering organized at the state guesthouse Jamuna in honor of orphans and Islamic scholars. Rahman described Ramadan as a month of sacrifice and restraint, urging businesspeople not to turn it into a period of greed and profit-seeking.

The Prime Minister also discussed the importance of zakat as one of the five pillars of Islam and shared his plan to make zakat management more effective and targeted. He noted that although wealthy individuals in Bangladesh contribute significant amounts in zakat each year, the lack of organized distribution limits its impact on poverty reduction. Rahman said the government is planning to strengthen zakat management to ensure it contributes more directly to alleviating poverty.

He added that due to global circumstances, this might be the last iftar event of the season, emphasizing austerity in government spending and the significance of supporting orphans and religious scholars during Ramadan.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared that Iran will never surrender, responding to U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for the country’s unconditional surrender. The statement was reported on Saturday by Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera.

According to Iranian officials, the country will resist any military pressure, warning that continued attacks could further expand the conflict. Trump had earlier posted on social media urging Iran to surrender unconditionally and stated that he wanted to be involved in the selection of Iran’s next leader. He also said that any new leader chosen without U.S. consultation would not be accepted.

The exchange underscores escalating tensions between the two nations, with Iranian authorities emphasizing defiance in the face of external pressure.

Germany’s Vice-Chancellor Lars Klingbeil has announced that his country will not participate in the ongoing war against Iran led by the United States and Israel. In an interview with German media outlet RND, Klingbeil expressed serious doubts about the international legal legitimacy of the conflict. He stated clearly that it is not Germany’s war and warned that the world is heading toward a situation without rules.

Klingbeil emphasized that Germany does not want to live in a world governed solely by the law of the powerful. His remarks directly contradict the position of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who had earlier expressed support for the US and Israeli objectives concerning Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, Tehran’s threats toward Israel, and its backing of terrorism and proxy groups.

The divergence between the two leaders highlights internal differences within Germany’s leadership over how to respond to the escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel.

Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury announced that the government will assist expatriates whose visas are expiring because of flight cancellations. He said the ministry has launched a hotline to provide support and urged affected expatriates to contact the ministry for help. The minister emphasized the government’s commitment to resolving any problems faced by expatriates. He made these remarks on Saturday morning in Sylhet after attending a Holi festival organized by the Academy for Manipuri Culture and Arts.

Responding to questions about Bangladeshis in Middle Eastern war zones, the minister said his ministry, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Civil Aviation are working jointly. He added that the government informs the respective foreign authorities about any casualties and follows due procedures. The ministry and embassies are monitoring the situation regularly, and the Prime Minister is also overseeing developments. The government is providing full cooperation in this regard.

Addressing local law and order issues in Sylhet, the minister stated that those responsible for rising crime will not be spared and that the administration has been directed to take strict action.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman spent his holiday working at his office in Tejgaon, Dhaka, on March 7, 2026. According to Deputy Press Secretary Zahidul Islam Rony, this marked the third consecutive Saturday the prime minister has worked since taking office. Senior advisers and officials, including Public Administration Adviser Ismail Jobiullah, Economic Adviser Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir, and Education and Expatriate Welfare Adviser Mahdi Amin, were also present.

During the day, Rahman met with Dr. Nargis Akhter, Director General of the Bangladesh Jute Research Institute, to discuss expanding the use and market of jute-based products. Later, he held a meeting with Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku on reducing costs and improving efficiency in the energy sector.

The deputy press secretary added that the prime minister planned to attend an iftar event at the state guesthouse Jamuna, organized in honor of religious scholars and orphans.

The Supreme Court of Bangladesh is set to resume hearing on March 8 on appeals challenging the 15th amendment to the Constitution. The case will be heard by an Appellate Division bench led by the Chief Justice. The appeal follows the High Court’s December 17 verdict, which had ruled on several provisions of the amendment. The Appellate Division had earlier, on November 13, granted permission to appeal against that verdict.

The 15th amendment, passed by Parliament on June 30, 2011, and approved by the President on July 3, 2011, abolished the caretaker government system and introduced several constitutional changes. These included recognizing Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as the Father of the Nation, increasing reserved seats for women in Parliament from 45 to 50, restoring secularism and religious freedom, and adding nationalism, socialism, democracy, and secularism as state principles. It also criminalized unconstitutional seizure of state power as treason and revised election timing provisions.

The writ petition challenging the amendment was filed by Badiul Alam Majumdar and others, later joined by political leaders and organizations. The petitioners’ lawyers argue that the entire amendment should be annulled.

U.S. President Donald Trump posted a message on his Truth Social platform on March 7, 2026, warning that Iran would be hit very hard. Referring to comments by Iran’s president, Trump claimed that Iran had apologized to its Middle Eastern neighbors, surrendered, and promised not to fire at them again. He said this pledge came as a result of continuous attacks by the United States and Israel.

Earlier, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian had expressed regret to neighboring countries that were targeted by Iranian strikes and assured that Iran would not attack unless provoked. However, reports indicated that Iran had not completely halted its assaults, as a suspected drone strike occurred near Dubai International Airport, and Qatar reported intercepting a missile.

In the latter part of his post, Trump stated that Iran would be struck very hard and that areas and groups not previously targeted were under serious consideration for total destruction and certain death.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan announced that President Md. Shahabuddin will deliver a speech at the first session of the new parliament, in line with parliamentary tradition. He confirmed that all necessary preparations for the event have been completed. The minister made the statement on Saturday while speaking to journalists after the second day of a workshop held at the BNP Chairperson’s political office in Gulshan.

During the discussion, the minister mentioned that the workshop would conclude with its fourth session later in the afternoon. He added that the government is working to ensure effective use of the legislative branch, particularly the national parliament, and to keep it active under the leadership of the head of the ruling party.

The announcement underscores the government’s readiness for the upcoming parliamentary session and its focus on strengthening parliamentary functions and governance.

Vote counting continues in Nepal following Thursday’s general election, with former rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah emerging as the early frontrunner. Shah, who served as Kathmandu’s mayor until January, is leading by a wide margin, positioning him as a potential next prime minister. His centrist Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is ahead in more than two-thirds of the 165 directly elected seats, according to BBC Nepali. The Nepali Congress trails in second place, while the Communist Party of Nepal (UML) stands third. Final results may take several days due to Nepal’s slow counting process and the logistical challenges of collecting ballots from remote areas.

Shah, 35, trained as a civil engineer and was active in Nepal’s hip-hop scene before entering politics. His popularity surged during last year’s protests over social media restrictions, corruption, and unemployment, which led to the resignation of then-leader KP Sharma Oli. Shah’s tough stance as mayor drew both support and criticism, particularly from human rights groups. He is contesting from Jhapa-5, Oli’s traditional stronghold, and is currently leading there as well.

Analysts view this election as a generational shift, with many young voters seeking new leadership after decades of unstable coalition governments.

At a discussion organized by the July Charter Implementation Movement Committee at the Dhaka Reporters Unity on Saturday, speakers alleged that BNP’s central leadership is denying the July Revolution to conceal its own failures. Mamunul Haque said grassroots BNP activists played a vital role in the revolution, but their sacrifices are being undermined by party leaders. He added that BNP leaders initially accepted part of the July Revolution but later opposed it, failing to recognize the role of students in the movement.

Haque further stated that thousands of BNP activists have endured imprisonment, disappearances, and killings over the past 16 years, and their sacrifices should inspire the party to implement the July Charter. He warned against disregarding the charter, which he claimed had won about 60 percent support in a public referendum. DUJ President Shahidul Islam and former Assistant Attorney General Golam Rahman Bhuiyan also criticized the government for allegedly betraying the July Charter, arguing that any administration formed without honoring it lacks legitimacy.

The meeting was chaired by retired Lieutenant General Chowdhury Hasan Sarwardy, with several senior journalists and political figures also addressing the event.