A wedding ceremony in Shahjadpur, Sirajganj, ended abruptly after a playful tradition of hiding the groom’s shoes escalated into a violent altercation. The incident occurred on Friday at Guliakhali Char in Kaijuri Union, when members of the groom’s side reacted angrily to the prank, leading to vandalism of furniture and property at the bride’s home. Following the chaos, the groom’s family announced they would not proceed with the marriage.

Local police confirmed they were alerted through the national emergency hotline 999 and dispatched officers to the scene. Shahjadpur Police Station Officer-in-Charge Saiful Islam said no formal complaint had been filed, as the bride’s family opted for a social resolution. Relatives of the bride expressed shock, noting that arrangements had been made for over 200 guests, including gifts and meals, all of which went to waste.

The incident has stirred local discussion about the fragility of social customs and the need for restraint during celebratory events. Authorities are monitoring the situation for any further disputes.

Police in Matlab North, Chandpur, rescued a local carpenter who was allegedly abducted and brutally tortured for four days inside a cowshed. The victim, Lokman Hossain Bhuiya, was reportedly taken from his home on December 18 by a man named Md. Masud, a resident of Gazaria in Munshiganj, after being accused of poisoning fish in Masud’s illegal fish enclosure.

According to police and local sources, Masud had long been living in the area and was known for unruly behavior. During the captivity, Lokman was chained, beaten, and pressured to confess to damaging Masud’s fish enclosure. When Lokman’s mother sought his release, Masud allegedly demanded a ransom of BDT 500,000. After she filed a complaint, police launched a rescue operation, freeing Lokman and arresting Masud.

Sub-Inspector Suman Chandra Das confirmed the arrest and said a case has been filed. The incident has sparked local outrage and renewed calls for stricter action against illegal detentions and private torture practices in rural Bangladesh.

Inqilab Mancha has called for the immediate and live arrest of those involved in the killing of Sharif Osman Bin Hadi, rejecting any possibility of so-called 'gunfight dramas.' The organization made the demand through a verified Facebook post on Sunday night, emphasizing that justice must be served transparently and without extrajudicial actions.

Earlier, the group announced a protest march scheduled for Monday afternoon, starting from Shahbagh’s Shaheed Hadi Chattar and ending at the Central Shaheed Minar, urging authorities to expedite the investigation. Meanwhile, a court has issued a travel ban on Faisal Karim Masud, also known as Dawood Khan Rahul, the prime suspect in the case. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) reported discovering over BDT 127 crore in suspicious transactions linked to Masud and his associates.

The developments have intensified public scrutiny of the case, with civil society groups calling for accountability and transparency in law enforcement operations. Authorities are expected to provide further updates as the investigation progresses.

A mobile court in Daganbhuiyan, Feni, sentenced two young men to two months in jail for illegally excavating and selling soil from agricultural land. The operation took place on Sunday afternoon in the Sridharpur area, led by Assistant Commissioner (Land) and Executive Magistrate Shahidul Alam. The convicts, Mohin Uddin (24) and his brother Main Uddin (22), are residents of Noakhali’s Companiganj upazila.

Authorities reported that an excavator used in the soil cutting could not be moved from the site and was rendered inoperative. Magistrate Shahidul Alam stated that the drive aimed to protect farmland and the environment from illegal excavation practices. He emphasized that such enforcement actions will continue regularly to deter violations.

The case highlights ongoing administrative efforts to curb environmental degradation and preserve cultivable land in Feni district. Officials reaffirmed that strict legal measures will be taken against anyone involved in unauthorized soil extraction, underscoring the government’s commitment to sustainable land use.

A 17-year-old college student was killed in a road accident in Shahjahanpur upazila of Bogura on Sunday when his motorcycle, driven at high speed in a so-called ‘dancing style,’ lost control and went under a truck. The crash occurred around 12:45 p.m. on the Oral Bridge in Rahimabad area, igniting both the motorcycle and the truck. Two others, including another rider and the truck driver, were injured in the incident.

Police identified the deceased as Md. Rohan, a first-year student at Sherpur Degree College. His companion, Maruf Hossain, 18, was hospitalized with injuries. Highway police seized the truck and confirmed that legal action would follow depending on the family’s complaint. Witnesses said the motorcycle was attempting to overtake the truck at high speed when it lost balance.

The accident highlights growing concerns over reckless motorcycle driving among youth in Bangladesh. Authorities have urged caution and pledged stricter enforcement of traffic laws to prevent similar tragedies.

A group of teachers from the University of Chittagong held a human chain in front of the Chittagong Press Club demanding justice for the killing of Shahid Sharif Osman Bin Hadi, spokesperson of the July Revolutionary and Inquilab Mancha. The event, organized under the banner of 'Chittagong University Anti-Hegemony Teachers’ Unity,' was chaired by Professor Dr. Fuad Hasan and moderated by Professor Dr. Tanvir Mohammad Haidar Arif.

Speakers, including Professor Dr. Jamal Uddin of the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department, urged national unity against hegemonic forces and called for a thorough investigation into the murder. They demanded not only the arrest of direct perpetrators but also exposure of political masterminds behind the crime. The teachers announced a four-point demand, emphasizing improved law and order and an end to the culture of impunity.

The demonstration reflects growing frustration within academic circles over unresolved political killings and calls for the interim government to ensure justice and accountability in Bangladesh’s governance system.

A construction site manager was shot and injured by a group of masked attackers near the under-construction Nursing Institute beside Mohakhali TB Gate in Dhaka on Sunday afternoon. The victim, identified as 42-year-old Md. Nazimuddin, was taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital, where he is receiving treatment. Police confirmed that the incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. and that the local police station has been notified for further investigation.

According to Nazimuddin’s younger brother, Azimuddin, a group of eight to ten masked men arrived at the site, asked for the engineer, physically assaulted him, and fired a shot before fleeing. The bullet reportedly entered and exited through Nazimuddin’s left knee. He is originally from Khanpur in Begumganj, Noakhali, and currently resides in Nakhalpara, Dhaka.

Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack, which has raised concerns about security at major construction sites in the capital. No arrests had been reported as of late Sunday night.

A Dhaka court has issued a travel ban on Faisal Karim Masud, the prime suspect in the murder of Inquilab Moncho spokesperson Shahid Sharif Osman Hadi. The order was given by Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Awlad Hossain Mohammad Junayed following a petition from the Detective Branch (DB) of police. Investigators argued that intelligence reports indicated Masud might attempt to flee the country, prompting the need for immediate legal restrictions on his departure.

The petition, filed by DB Inspector Faisal Ahmed, requested that immigration authorities at land, sea, and air ports be alerted to prevent Masud’s escape. The court accepted the request and directed relevant agencies to enforce the ban. The murder case, initially filed as an attempted murder on December 14 by Inquilab Moncho’s secretary Abdullah Al Jaber, was later updated to include murder charges under Section 302. So far, nine individuals have been arrested in connection with the case.

Legal analysts note that the travel ban underscores the court’s intent to ensure accountability and prevent obstruction of justice as the investigation continues.

French prosecutors have announced that three individuals will stand trial next year over the theft of valuable silverware from the Élysée Palace, the official residence of the French president. The case centers on a palace caretaker accused of stealing silver tableware and service items valued between €15,000 and €40,000. The missing pieces were first noticed by the palace’s chief steward and later traced through online auction listings.

Investigators discovered that several stolen items, including pieces marked with the French Air Force and Sèvres Manufactory insignia, were being sold online. Searches of the suspect’s home, car, and locker led to the recovery of around 100 objects, such as copper pots, Sèvres porcelain, a René Lalique sculpture, and Baccarat champagne glasses. All items have since been returned to the palace.

The three accused face charges of jointly stealing movable property classified as part of France’s national heritage. If convicted, they could face up to ten years in prison and fines of up to €150,000. The trial is scheduled to begin on February 26, 2026.

Bangladesh’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has uncovered more than Tk127 crore in suspicious financial transactions connected to Faisal Karim Masud, the prime suspect in the murder of Shahid Sharif Osman Hadi, a key figure of the July Revolution and spokesperson of Inquilab Mancha. The CID revealed the findings in a press release on Sunday, noting that the transactions may be linked to money laundering and organized crime financing.

Following Hadi’s fatal shooting on December 12 in Dhaka’s Purana Paltan area, CID launched a shadow investigation, collecting CCTV footage and forensic evidence. Several associates and family members of Masud have been arrested for allegedly concealing evidence and aiding his escape. Investigators also found unexecuted cheque records worth about Tk218 crore.

Authorities have initiated a separate money laundering probe and are taking steps to confiscate Tk65 lakh from related bank accounts. CID teams are also examining whether a broader criminal network was involved in financing or planning the killing, while efforts to arrest the main suspect continue.

Police in Patiya, Chattogram, have arrested two local leaders from the Krishak League and Awami League for alleged involvement in anti-state activities. The detainees are Nurul Abbas Khan, 32, organizational secretary of Baralia Union Krishak League, and Ratan Chakraborty, 62, a local Awami League leader. Abbas was detained Sunday afternoon from Kolagaon Union, while Chakraborty was arrested Saturday night during an ongoing special operation titled “Devil Hunt Phase-2.”

According to police, Abbas was charged under the Anti-Terrorism Act and Chakraborty under the Explosives Act. Both were presented before court following their arrests. Investigating Officer Yujutsu Yash Chakma stated that preliminary interrogation revealed evidence of their involvement in activities deemed harmful to the state. Local law enforcement has intensified surveillance under the special operation to curb subversive activities in the region.

Authorities have not disclosed further details about the nature of the alleged offenses. The arrests come amid heightened security operations across Chattogram, and further investigations are underway to identify any wider network linked to the suspects.

Bangladesh police have stated that there is still no confirmed information on the whereabouts of Faisal, the prime suspect in the murder of Inquilab Mancha spokesperson Shahid Sharif Osman Hadi. Additional Inspector General (AIGP) Khondker Rafiqul Islam made the remarks during a press briefing at the Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday evening, where he also discussed the progress of the 'Devil Hunt Phase-2' operation and the overall law and order situation.

The AIGP clarified that authorities have not received any reliable evidence suggesting Faisal has fled abroad, warning that misinformation about suspects’ locations often circulates. He added that multiple police units are investigating different aspects of the case, and ten individuals allegedly involved in planning the murder have already been arrested.

Officials emphasized that the investigation remains active, with forensic evidence being analyzed. Law enforcement agencies are under pressure to locate Faisal and bring all perpetrators to justice as public attention on the case continues to grow.

A Dhaka court has granted bail to Abdul Hannan, the owner of a motorcycle suspected to have been used in the shooting of Inquilab Mancha spokesperson Shahid Sharif Osman Hadi. The order was issued on Sunday by Metropolitan Magistrate Md. Hasan Shahadat following a hearing on Hannan’s bail petition. Hannan had been arrested on December 13 by RAB-2 and later remanded for three days under Section 54 of the Criminal Procedure Code.

During interrogation, investigators verified his vehicle registration with BRTA, discovering two motorcycles registered in his name—a Suzuki Gixxer and a Yamaha. However, the motorcycle used in the attack was a Honda Hornet, with a registration number differing by one digit from Hannan’s vehicle. After his remand ended on December 17, he was sent to jail pending further investigation.

The murder of Hadi, an independent candidate for Dhaka-8, has drawn political attention amid allegations of broader conspiracies to destabilize the upcoming 13th national election. Authorities continue to investigate the case and identify the gunmen involved.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Bangladesh has filed three separate cases against three subsidiaries of S. Alam Group, accusing them of embezzling Tk 6,243 crore from state-owned Janata Bank under the guise of business loans. The cases were lodged at the ACC Chattogram-1 office, naming S. Alam Group chairman Saiful Alam Masud, his wife Farzana Parveen, and several Janata Bank officials as defendants.

According to the ACC, the alleged embezzlement occurred between 2005 and 2024 through S. Alam Vegetable Oil Ltd, S. Alam Cold Rolled Steel Mills Ltd, and S. Alam Trading Company Ltd. Each entity is accused of obtaining loans and misappropriating funds with accrued interest. The cases follow two earlier lawsuits filed on December 17 involving another Tk 3,085 crore linked to the group’s sugar and edible oil mills.

Investigators said the probe is ongoing and may expand to include additional individuals and institutions. The cases highlight growing scrutiny of corporate loan practices and potential collusion between private conglomerates and state-owned banks.

Bangladesh’s Religious Affairs Adviser A F M Khalid Hossain announced that several individuals involved in the recent arson attacks on the offices of national newspapers Prothom Alo and The Daily Star have been identified. Speaking to reporters at the Secretariat on Sunday, he said law enforcement agencies have been instructed to arrest the suspects and bring them under legal process. The adviser also condemned the mob killing of a Hindu garment worker in Mymensingh, calling it a heinous act and reaffirming the government’s stance against vigilante justice.

Hossain acknowledged the difficulty of preventing sudden attacks across multiple locations, including incidents at cultural institution Chhayanaut, but rejected claims of government complicity. He stated that the administration remains committed to maintaining law and order and ensuring a free and fair election. When asked about intelligence failures, he said such events are hard to predict but emphasized that prompt action had prevented further violence elsewhere.

The adviser further noted that misinformation and incitement from abroad via social media platforms like Facebook and YouTube remain outside direct government control, though authorities are monitoring the situation closely.