Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has strongly condemned the police assault that seriously injured several journalists while they were performing their professional duties. In a statement issued to the media on Tuesday, the party’s Assistant Secretary General, Ehsanul Mahbub Zubair, denounced the incident that occurred during an ongoing anti-drug operation at Suhrawardy Udyan in the capital.

According to eyewitness accounts cited in the statement, at least three journalists—Tofail from Bangla News, Akash from NPB News, and Kawsar Ahmed Ripon from Ajker Patrika—were seriously injured while live broadcasting the event. The party described the attack as an unacceptable interference with press freedom and the right to gather news. Zubair emphasized that journalism serves the public interest by revealing the truth and should never be suppressed through violence.

He urged the government to ensure the safety of journalists and media institutions, provide proper medical treatment for the injured reporters, and identify and take legal action against the responsible police officers through a thorough investigation.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition Dr. Shafiqur Rahman suddenly fell ill on February 24, 2026, while traveling to attend a discussion meeting and iftar gathering organized by Kafrul West Police Station in the Sheorapara area of Dhaka. He was scheduled to attend the event as the chief guest but became unwell on the way.

According to Dhaka North Jamaat’s Naib-e-Ameer Abdur Rahman Musa, Dr. Rahman began vomiting and became physically weak during the journey, which prevented him from reaching the venue. Dhaka North Jamaat Ameer Selim Uddin requested prayers for his quick recovery.

The report did not mention whether Dr. Rahman received medical treatment or his current health condition following the incident.

Three officials of Bangladesh Bank were transferred a day after receiving show-cause notices for calling Governor Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur a 'dictator' during a press conference. The transfer order was issued on Tuesday by the central bank’s Human Resources Department. The officials are Naushad Mostafa, Director of the SME and Special Programs Department and General Secretary of the Blue Team; A.K.M. Masum Billah, President of the Bangladesh Bank Officers Welfare Council; and Golam Mostafa Shraban, the council’s General Secretary.

According to the report, the three officials had organized a sudden press conference on February 16, where they criticized the governor over several issues, including the merger of weak banks with EXIM and Social Islami Bank and the process of issuing digital bank licenses. Following the event, they were served show-cause notices and subsequently reassigned to different regional offices.

Naushad Mostafa was transferred from the head office to Barishal, Masum Billah to Rangpur, and Golam Mostafa Shraban to Bogura, as per the official order.

Garment workers from S M Fashion factory blocked the main road in Mirpur-11, Dhaka, on Tuesday afternoon demanding payment of their overdue wages and allowances. The protest began around 1:30 p.m., halting traffic in the area. Workers said the factory management had promised to pay their January salaries and benefits on Monday but failed to do so, prompting them to take to the streets in anger.

Police intervened, and by 3:00 p.m. the workers ended their blockade following discussions between worker representatives and the factory management. According to Pallabi Police Station Officer-in-Charge A K M Alamgir Jahan, the factory owners assured that all outstanding payments would be made by Thursday. Traffic movement on the Mirpur-11 road returned to normal after the workers dispersed.

The incident highlights ongoing tensions in Dhaka’s garment sector over delayed wage payments, a recurring issue that often leads to worker protests and temporary disruptions in industrial areas.

A Dhaka court has issued an order prohibiting retired Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Bangladesh Police Sheikh Nazmul Alam from leaving the country. The order was passed on Tuesday by Judge Md Sabbir Foyez of the Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge’s Court following a petition from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). Court bench assistant Md Riaz Hossain confirmed the matter.

According to the ACC’s petition, a significant investigation is underway against Sheikh Nazmul Alam concerning allegations of corruption and illegal accumulation of wealth. Reliable sources indicated that he was attempting to leave the country, prompting the ACC to seek a travel ban to ensure an unhindered investigation.

The court’s decision aims to facilitate the ongoing inquiry by preventing any potential obstruction that could arise if the accused were to leave Bangladesh during the investigation process.

An article published on February 24, 2026, highlights that excessive or unplanned holidays in educational institutions significantly disrupt students’ learning continuity and academic progress. The report explains that while periodic breaks are necessary for rest, frequent or extended closures caused by administrative decisions, political events, weather disruptions, or social factors can slow curriculum completion, reduce teaching efficiency, and weaken exam preparation.

The analysis notes that such interruptions create knowledge gaps, force teachers to spend valuable time reviewing old lessons, and increase stress among students who must rush through condensed material. It also points out that students from disadvantaged backgrounds suffer more due to limited access to supplementary learning resources during breaks. Administratively, unplanned holidays compel schools to make ad hoc adjustments such as rescheduling exams or shortening lessons, which can compromise teaching quality.

The article concludes that repeated disruptions may have lasting effects on students’ motivation, discipline, and long-term academic and professional outcomes. It calls for careful planning of holiday schedules and strategic interventions, including digital learning support, to maintain consistent, high-quality education.

The government has appointed Md Ali Hossain Fakir, currently the head of the Armed Police Battalion (APBn) and an Additional Inspector General of Police, as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP). The appointment was announced on Tuesday through a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Md Ali Hossain Fakir is a member of the 15th batch of the Bangladesh Civil Service (Police) cadre. His ancestral home is in Bagerhat district. The official circular confirmed his promotion and new assignment as the country’s top police officer.

The announcement marks a key leadership change within the Bangladesh Police, as the government continues its process of senior-level appointments in the law enforcement sector.

United States Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Paul Kapur is scheduled to visit Dhaka in early March for a two-day official trip. This will be the first high-level bilateral visit from the Donald Trump administration following Bangladesh’s 13th national parliamentary election, held on February 12. The election was described as peaceful, free, and fair, marking a significant moment for Bangladesh’s democratic process.

Ahead of the visit, US Ambassador Brent Christensen met with Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman in Dhaka, where Kapur’s upcoming trip was a key topic of discussion. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that both sides emphasized mutual respect, shared democratic values, and a commitment to peace and development as the foundation of their long-standing partnership. They reviewed cooperation in trade, investment, defense, security, development, migration, and people-to-people exchanges.

Discussions also covered the Rohingya crisis, with Bangladesh expressing gratitude for continued US humanitarian support and seeking sustained political assistance for the safe and sustainable repatriation of displaced Rohingya to Myanmar. Both sides expressed optimism about elevating bilateral relations through expanding cooperation across all sectors.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has distributed responsibilities among his ten advisers who hold the rank of ministers and state ministers. The Cabinet Secretary Nasimul Gani issued a gazette notification on Tuesday, under the order of the President, confirming the allocation of duties.

Among the five advisers with ministerial rank, three have been appointed as political advisers—Mirza Abbas Uddin Ahmed, Nazrul Islam Khan, and Ruhul Kabir Rizvi Ahmed. Md. Ismail Zabiyullah has been assigned to the Ministry of Public Administration, while Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir will oversee the Ministry of Finance. Advisers with the rank of state minister include Humayun Kabir, who will handle the Foreign, Disaster Management and Relief, and Civil Aviation and Tourism ministries; Brigadier General (Retd.) Shamsul Islam for the Defence Ministry; Zahed Ur Rahman for Policy and Strategy; Mahdi Amin for Education, Primary and Mass Education, Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment, and Labour and Employment; and Rehan Asif Asad for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, and Science and Technology.

The gazette formalizes the distribution of responsibilities among the advisers, marking a key step in organizing the Prime Minister’s advisory structure.

July Oikya has strongly condemned and protested what it described as misleading references to its organization in a recent interview of President Md. Shahabuddin published by the newspaper Kaler Kantho on February 23, 2026. Although the printed interview did not directly name July Oikya, a related video posted the same day on Kaler Kantho’s official Facebook page explicitly mentioned the group. In a statement sent to the media on Tuesday, July Oikya said the president’s remarks appeared to associate the organization with a ‘mob,’ which it called contrary to reality.

The group stated that since its formation on May 6, 2025, its activities have been limited to seeking justice for the 2024 killings, demanding a ban on the Awami League, and organizing July-related programs. July Oikya accused Kaler Kantho of publishing the president’s comments without proper context, thereby misrepresenting the organization. It demanded that all misleading reports and videos be withdrawn and an apology issued.

The statement further requested an official clarification from the president and drew the attention of the Bangabhaban Press Wing, expressing hope that the matter would be resolved with mutual respect and transparency.

A Narail court has ordered six suspects arrested in connection with a quadruple murder to be sent to jail. The decision came on Tuesday afternoon when the accused were produced before Senior Judicial Magistrate Md. Maruf Hasan at the Narail Sadar Amli Court. The arrests followed a violent incident early on February 23 in Barokula village under Shingasholpur Union, where four people, including a father and son, were killed amid a dispute over local dominance.

According to police, law enforcement agencies including RAB, the Detective Branch, and local police conducted operations in and around the crime scene, detaining six individuals. The arrested are Sadar Molya, Lajuk Sikder, Jasim Molya, Roni Sikder, Halim Fakir, and Tufan Molya. Police confirmed that investigations into their alleged involvement are ongoing.

The killings have drawn attention in Narail, with authorities maintaining heightened vigilance in the area as the investigation continues.

Students of Dhaka University staged a sit-in protest in front of Shahbagh Police Station on Tuesday afternoon, condemning an alleged police assault on Naimuddin, a student of the university’s anthropology department. The demonstration, which began at 1 p.m., drew over a hundred students from various departments. They demanded the removal of Dhaka Metropolitan Police Ramna Zone Deputy Commissioner Masud Alam and exemplary punishment for those involved.

According to the protesters, the incident occurred Monday night during an anti-drug operation at Suhrawardy Udyan, where police allegedly attacked university students and journalists, injuring two reporters who were later treated at Dhaka Medical College Hospital. Students accused the police of unprofessional behavior, describing the operation as a “drama” and criticizing what they called “celebrity policing” by broadcasting raids live on social media. They also alleged previous incidents of police abuse at Shahbagh Police Station.

The students presented three demands: an immediate end to all forms of harassing policing, a formal investigation into the assault, and assurance of student safety and human rights. They also called for disciplinary action against all officers involved and an unconditional apology from DC Masud Alam.

Bangladesh Railway has announced the schedule for advance ticket sales ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr to ensure a comfortable journey for homebound passengers. According to a railway notice issued on Tuesday, online advance ticket sales will begin on March 3, with all seats available exclusively through online purchase. Return ticket sales will start on March 23. The authority also confirmed that tickets will be sold in two phases based on regional routes.

Tickets for intercity trains operating in the western region will be available each morning from 8:00 a.m., while tickets for eastern region trains will be released daily at 2:00 p.m. To accommodate the increased travel demand during the holiday, Bangladesh Railway will add 20 special trains, comprising five pairs of services.

The initiative aims to ease passenger pressure and improve convenience during one of the busiest travel periods of the year, continuing the practice of full online ticketing introduced in previous Eid seasons.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) detained three members of Myanmar’s armed group Arakan Army while they were attempting to illegally enter Bangladesh through the Naikhongchhari border in Bandarban. The arrest took place on Monday evening in the Amtali border area of Ghumdhum Union’s Ward No. 8. BGB personnel recovered Myanmar currency from the detainees and later handed them over to Naikhongchhari Police Station for legal action.

According to police and local administration sources, the three individuals were intercepted after raising suspicion during their attempted entry. Upon questioning, they identified themselves as members of the Arakan Army. Naikhongchhari Police Station Officer-in-Charge Abdul Baten Mridha confirmed that legal proceedings are underway. Lieutenant Colonel S M Khairul Alam, commanding officer of the 34 BGB Battalion in Cox’s Bazar, said the detainees were transferred to the relevant authorities following standard procedures.

Local administration officials stated that law enforcement agencies are handling the matter in accordance with legal protocols. BGB has intensified patrols and surveillance along the Naikhongchhari border to prevent illegal crossings and drug trafficking.

Social Welfare Minister Dr. A Z M Zahid Hossain announced that the Family Card distribution program will begin simultaneously in 14 upazilas on March 10, with Prime Minister Tareq Rahman inaugurating the initiative. The program will later be expanded across the entire country. The announcement came after a meeting of the Finance Ministry’s subcommittee on the Family Card, held at the Secretariat in Dhaka under the Prime Minister’s chairmanship.

According to the minister, the Family Card will provide monthly financial assistance of 2,500 taka to three groups: the ultra-poor, poor, and lower-income families. He said the initiative aims to promote women’s empowerment and economic self-reliance. The minister emphasized that no political figures will be involved in the card distribution process.

He added that government officials in each upazila will form teams to manage the program. The selection process will include verification and two rounds of rechecking by a final committee before the cards are distributed.