The upazila administration has officially ended the rescue operation following the bus sinking in the Padma River at Daulatdia ferry terminal in Rajbari. The announcement was made on Sunday night by Goaland Upazila Nirbahi Officer Sathi Das, who confirmed that no one remains missing. The incident occurred on March 25 when a bus from Kushtia to Dhaka lost control while boarding a ferry and plunged into the river, resulting in 26 deaths.

Among the deceased, 18 were residents of Rajbari district. Each of their families has received a one-time government assistance of 25,000 taka under the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief. Injured passengers are being provided 15,000 taka for medical treatment. All 26 bodies were handed over to their families without autopsy.

Officials stated that the rescue operation could resume if new information emerges, but for now, the search has been concluded as no further missing persons have been reported.

Motorcyclists blocked a major highway near Dhaka’s airport on Sunday night after failing to get octane fuel from a nearby filling station. The protest began around 10:30 p.m. in front of the Masud Hasan Filling Station, opposite the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh. The blockade caused severe traffic congestion before law enforcement officials persuaded the bikers to clear the road about half an hour later.

According to the protesters, they had been waiting in line for fuel since evening, but the station stopped service around 7:30 p.m. and closed. One biker said they were forced to take to the streets because they had no other way to continue their journeys without fuel. The station operator, Mizanur Rahman, stated that the fuel had run out earlier in the evening and staff left to avoid potential trouble.

Police confirmed that the bikers blocked the highway due to the fuel shortage and were later removed peacefully with assistance from traffic and intelligence personnel.

A devastating fire broke out at Hawkers Market in the Traffic Point area of Sunamganj Sadar upazila late Sunday night, causing an estimated loss of 50 to 70 million taka, according to local traders. The blaze started around 11:30 p.m. and is believed to have originated from a short circuit in a shoe store. Because the shop contained large quantities of shoes, the flames spread rapidly, burning all stored goods and extending to about eight to ten nearby shops.

Fire Service, police, and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) units worked together for two hours to bring the fire under control. Sunamganj Sadar Police Station Officer-in-Charge Ratan Sheikh said the fire likely began from an electrical short circuit, though the Fire Service would confirm the exact cause. Station Officer Jalal Ahmed of Sunamganj Fire Service confirmed that the fire was now under control.

Authorities have not yet provided an official estimate of total damages, and investigations into the cause are ongoing.

Six women, including two children, were reportedly raped in Jamalpur district within a single day. All victims have been admitted to Jamalpur General Hospital for treatment. The incidents occurred between Saturday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. One case involves a thalassemia-affected child in Madarganj upazila, where a local Awami League member, Masudur Rahman, has been accused and remains absconding. Police have sent the child for medical examination and are continuing efforts to arrest the suspect.

According to local sources, five other victims include a four-year-old child from Islampur upazila, a 29-year-old woman from Islampur municipality, a 17-year-old girl from Melandah upazila, a 21-year-old woman from Jamalpur municipality, and a 40-year-old woman from Sadar upazila. The series of assaults has sparked anger and concern among residents, who are demanding swift arrests and exemplary punishment for the perpetrators.

Jamalpur General Hospital’s resident medical officer stated that all victims are receiving necessary medical care and evidence collection is underway for legal procedures.

A teenage gang leader and alleged drug dealer named Md. Nirab, aged 26, was killed in a clash between two rival groups in Noakhali’s Sadar upazila on Sunday afternoon. The confrontation occurred at Bangla Bazar in Purba Maizchara village under Andarchar Union, leaving four others injured. Police have arrested two individuals in connection with the incident. Nirab, son of Abdul Gani from ward 4 of Andarchar Union, was reportedly involved in multiple criminal activities including theft, robbery, and drug dealing.

According to police and local sources, the conflict began after a dispute between Nirab and Rubel Majhi’s nephew over drug dealings. On Sunday morning, Nirab and his associates attacked Rubel, injuring several of his followers. Later, Rubel’s group retaliated, capturing and assaulting Nirab near Rubel’s house. Police rescued Nirab in critical condition and took him to Noakhali Sadar Hospital, where he died around 6 p.m. while undergoing treatment.

Police confirmed that two suspects have been detained and said further legal action will follow based on a written complaint.

Police in Chatmohar, Pabna, seized 2,500 liters of fuel and detained two individuals on Sunday evening following a tip-off. The operation took place at Ramchandrapur intersection in Gunaigacha Union, where officers recovered 12 barrels of fuel from a Nasimon and a Karimon vehicle. The detainees were identified as pesticide and fuel trader Mukul and Nasimon driver Shamsul.

According to Chatmohar Police Officer-in-Charge Md. Golam Sarwar Hossain, the drivers revealed that the fuel belonged to Liton of Zardis Mor and Mukul Hossain of Chinabhatkur area. They claimed to have purchased the fuel from Baghabari but failed to produce any legal documents. Upon being informed, Upazila Nirbahi Officer and Executive Magistrate Musa Naser Chowdhury arrived at the scene, confirmed the seizure, and ordered the fuel to be sold openly in the local market.

The UNO stated that legal action would be taken against those detained in connection with the incident.

A man named Gahan Kumar Tripura Pongche, aged 54, was killed by a lightning strike in Sainguli Para of Guimara upazila in Khagrachhari district on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred around 4 p.m. while he was inside the kitchen of his home. Local police confirmed the death following the strike.

According to the report, the victim’s family has been left in a state of distress after the sudden tragedy. The officer-in-charge of Guimara Police Station, Sohrawardy, verified the incident to the media.

No further details about the circumstances or weather conditions were provided in the report.

Dhaka’s Hatirjheel Police Officer-in-Charge (OC) Golam Mortuza submitted a written explanation to the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman’s court regarding the closure of Nabeen Fashion at Moghbazar’s Vishal Center. He stated that the situation arose on March 20, 2026, when a large crowd and heavy motorcycle traffic gathered due to an attractive promotional offer. Mortuza said the store’s management could not handle the rush and decided to shut down operations, which led to further disorder. He expressed unconditional apology if any police error occurred and pledged to act more cautiously in the future.

According to the OC, Nabeen Fashion had been operating for about three years, offering low-cost clothing and frequent promotions. On the day of the incident, the store’s “buy two, get four free” offer and free engine oil for bikers drew hundreds of visitors, causing congestion and confusion. Police on duty managed to control the crowd without violence or damage. The court had earlier summoned the OC to explain why police appeared inactive during the closure and ordered the store reopened within 24 hours.

Following the court’s directive, the store was reopened under police supervision on March 26, 2026, ensuring safe continuation of business.

The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has initiated surveillance at fuel stations and depots in Rajshahi to prevent illegal hoarding and smuggling of fuel amid the country’s ongoing energy crisis. Starting Sunday, the Rajshahi-1 Battalion increased monitoring at 12 petrol pumps located in border areas. The announcement was made by Lieutenant Colonel Riaz Shahriar, commanding officer of the battalion, during a press briefing in front of the Jamuna Oil Depot at Shiroil Colony in Rajshahi city.

According to the BGB official, Rajshahi has three oil depots operated by Padma, Meghna, and Jamuna, along with 12 filling stations. Checkposts have been set up and search operations launched at these sites, including enhanced surveillance in the Padma River’s border areas to stop smuggling into India. Three platoons of BGB have been deployed to secure the depots and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply.

BGB stated that due to higher fuel prices in India, some groups have been attempting to hoard and smuggle fuel for profit. The force is also cooperating with local administration and other law enforcement agencies to maintain security during the crisis.

A joint operation by the Coast Guard, Navy, and Police seized 12,613 liters of illegally stored diesel in Mongla, Bagerhat. The operation took place early Saturday at the Jamuna Petroleum Limited facility in the Mongla Oil Installation area, based on a tip-off. The information was confirmed in a statement by Coast Guard media officer Lieutenant Commander Sabbir Alam Sujon on Sunday afternoon.

According to officials involved, the joint team included members from the Coast Guard, Navy, Police, National Security Intelligence, and the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Bagerhat. During the raid, three oil tanks were found to contain excess fuel stored without authorization.

The Bagerhat District Commissioner stated that legal action would be taken against those responsible for the illegal storage. Authorities emphasized that such operations would continue to help stabilize the domestic fuel market.

Iranian authorities have arrested 35 people in the western province of Lorestan on charges of illegally photographing military installations and spreading false information, according to the Tasnim news agency as reported by Al Jazeera. Among those detained, 16 individuals are accused of capturing images or videos of sensitive and military sites and collaborating with what officials described as 'hostile' media outlets. The remaining 19 were detained for allegedly disseminating false information.

The Iranian government has categorized the incident as a matter of national security. The arrests come amid heightened scrutiny of information sharing and media activity within the country, particularly concerning military and security-related content.

Authorities have not released further details about the detainees or the specific nature of the alleged misinformation, leaving questions about the broader implications of the arrests for media freedom and civil activity in the region.

A tragic gas cylinder explosion in Gazipur’s Sreepur upazila has claimed the life of Mrs. Shaheda Ahmed, principal of Dhaka Oxbridge International School. The incident occurred when a gas leak in the kitchen of her family home caused a sudden fire, leaving her severely burned. She had returned to her village home to spend the Eid holidays when the accident took place.

Family members immediately rescued her and took her to Alhera Hospital in Maona. Due to the severity of her injuries, doctors referred her to Sheikh Hasina National Burn and Plastic Surgery Institute in Dhaka, where she was placed on life support. With about 55 percent of her body burned, her condition deteriorated, and she passed away on Sunday morning after several days of treatment.

Her death has cast a pall of grief over the local education community, relatives, and well-wishers. The family has requested prayers for the departed soul.

Authorities in Kaliakair upazila of Gazipur detained a man for illegally storing approximately 3,000 liters of diesel. The operation took place on Saturday night near the Fatema Hotel area adjacent to the Kaliakair Bypass Bus Stand along the Dhaka-Tangail highway. A mobile court led by Assistant Commissioner (Land) Fahim Shahriar imposed a fine of 20,000 taka after recovering the fuel stored in 18 drums.

Police reported that a syndicate had been illegally collecting and hoarding fuel for an extended period. Acting on a tip-off, law enforcement and administrative officials conducted the raid that led to the arrest and seizure. The detained individual was identified as Abul Hossain.

Kaliakair Police Station Officer-in-Charge Khondaker Nasir Uddin stated that similar operations against illegal fuel trading would continue and that legal action would be taken against those involved.

Hatirjheel Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Golam Mortuza has offered an unconditional apology over the closure of a Nabin Fashion panjabi shop in Dhaka’s Moghbazar area. On Sunday, 29 April, he appeared before Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman’s court and submitted a written explanation along with his apology. The court had earlier summoned him to explain the police’s role in the incident and ordered him to reopen the shop within 24 hours.

The court took the matter into consideration after a video circulated on social media on 20 March showing neighboring traders closing the Nabin Fashion shop for selling panjabis at low prices. The traders reportedly compared the discount sales to “relief distribution” and objected to it, while police were seen present at the scene. The state prosecutor, Jamal Uddin Marjin, confirmed the OC’s appearance and apology, adding that the court has kept its order pending.

The court also sought the prosecution’s opinion regarding individuals who had introduced themselves as friends or relatives of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman during the incident.

Authorities in Saghata upazila of Gaibandha conducted a raid at an unregistered fuel pump in Bharatkhali, seizing 1,200 liters of petrol. The operation took place on Sunday at Messrs. Abul Kalam Azad Traders, led by Upazila Nirbahi Officer Md. Ashraful Kabir, who also imposed a fine of Tk 30,000 on the establishment.

According to local residents, the pump’s proprietor, Abul Kalam Azad (also known as Olok), had been selling petrol at nearly double the government-fixed price for an extended period. During the raid, officials confirmed the allegations of overpricing. The seized petrol was ordered to be sold at the official rate, with the Officer-in-Charge of the local police station and the Upazila Agriculture Officer assigned to oversee the sale.

The proceeds from the sale of the confiscated fuel are to be deposited into the government treasury, as directed by the Upazila Nirbahi Officer.