The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement has called a press conference to respond to the formation of a new political student organization emerging from the July-August uprising. The conference is scheduled for Monday at 4 PM at Dhaka University's Modhur Canteen. In a message sent by movement coordinator Abu Bakar Mazumdar, it was stated that the press briefing aims to address the implications of forming a new political student body in the wake of the July uprising.

Police have arrested Syeda Monalisa, wife of former Public Administration Minister Farhad Hossain and Vice President of the Central Committee of Jubo Mohila League. She was taken into custody late Sunday night from a residence on Eskaton Road, Dhaka. The officer-in-charge of Meherpur Sadar Police Station confirmed the arrest. According to police reports, she faces three cases in Meherpur related to attacks on students during the anti-discrimination movement.

Former Dhaka University president of Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir, Sadiq Qayem, commented on Facebook regarding the July uprising, stating, "Refuel the lamp before it goes out, or you will lose direction in the darkness." He further wrote, "When my brothers were martyred, they said, 'Let's see what happens!' Now, many are flocking to power for benefits." He questioned, "Have we fulfilled the conditions of the revolution? We are divided, fighting over power-sharing instead of dismantling the fascist structure and ensuring justice." He emphasized that engaging in power struggles rather than focusing on critical tasks is an insult to the martyrs.

Food and Land Ministry Adviser Ali Imam Majumder announced that ahead of Ramadan, the government will distribute 300,000 tons of rice in March and April under a food assistance program. Each of the 5 million families enrolled in the program will receive 15 kg of rice at a subsidized rate of 30 Taka per kg. Additionally, during Eid, 10 million families will receive 10 kg of rice free of cost.

A tragic accident in Chandpur’s Hajiganj claimed the life of construction worker Md. Shahjalal Mona (23) after he fell from the sixth floor of an under-construction building on Sunday afternoon. Witnesses said he was removing bamboo scaffolding when he lost his balance and fell. He was rushed to Comilla Medical College Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. His wife confirmed the incident was an accident and has not filed any complaints.

A massive pile-up involving five vehicles occurred on the Dhaka-Mawa Highway in Srinagar, Munshiganj, due to dense fog, leaving 20 people injured. The accident happened around 7:30 AM on Monday when a covered van rammed into a stationary pickup truck in Kamarkhola. Shortly after, two buses and three other vehicles crashed into the pile-up, crushing the front sections of two buses and the van. Fire service personnel rescued the injured, with one person in critical condition receiving urgent medical attention.

Bangladesh has launched its first-ever skin bank at the National Burn and Plastic Surgery Unit. The initiative was inaugurated on Sunday by Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser, Dr. Sayedur Rahman. Already, skin from four donors has been transplanted onto two severely injured patients, bringing new hope for critical burn victims. Relatives of the patients reported positive recovery. Experts say the initiative will be life-saving, especially for those who lack sufficient healthy skin for grafting, significantly reducing mortality risks.

General Muhammad Ataul Gani Osmani, a hero of World War II and Bangladesh’s Liberation War, is at the center of controversy as efforts to erase his legacy have surfaced. There are allegations of conspiracy to strip him of his titles, and crucial documents, diaries, and even his personal suitcase have mysteriously disappeared. One of his close associates, Kazi Golam Mostafa, called it an attempt to distort and obscure history. Various organizations observed his 41st death anniversary through prayers and memorials. Historians continue to question why Osmani, who opposed BAKSAL, was absent from Bangladesh’s surrender ceremony and why his helicopter was fired upon at the time.

Under the slogan 'Jago Bahe—Teesta Bachao' (Rise Up—Save Teesta), BNP and its allies have launched a two-day protest starting Monday to demand proper water distribution and river project implementation. According to party sources, they will hold a 48-hour sit-in near the Teesta River. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir is set to inaugurate the protest at the Teesta Rail Bridge area in Lalmonirhat, while acting chairman Tarique Rahman will deliver the concluding speech. Protesters will cover a 230-kilometer stretch along the riverbank, marching to press for their demands.

Popular young television actor Shahbaz Sani has passed away. Inna Lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un. Actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba confirmed the news in a Facebook post, writing, "Actor Shahbaz Sani is no longer with us. Please pray for him." His sudden demise has cast a shadow of grief over the entertainment industry. Sani made his acting debut in the drama 'Kachhe Asar Por' and quickly gained popularity. Though primarily a character actor, he also played leading roles, earning admiration from audiences in a short span.

Police have arrested Dolna Akter Dola (27), a central sub-committee member of the banned Bangladesh Chhatra League, from her home in Fulbari, Kurigram, at 9 PM on Sunday. According to police sources, she had been in hiding across various locations in Dhaka since Hasina fled. However, she returned home recently following the launch of the “Devil Hunt” operation. Acting on a tip-off, authorities detained her, and she will be presented in court for her alleged involvement in the August 4 attack on student protesters in Fulbari.

Panic spread across Mohammadpur, Dhaka, after an unidentified man brandished a pistol in broad daylight, threatening a pedestrian. The incident occurred around 5 PM on Sunday at Sher Shah Suri Road in front of 100-150 onlookers. Although the suspect’s identity remains unknown, locals have been left shaken. The altercation reportedly began when two rickshaws collided, leading to an argument between some motorcyclists nearby. In the heat of the moment, the suspect pulled out a gun, but upon seeing the gathering crowd, he quickly fled the scene.

A violent clash erupted between students of two departments at Rajshahi University (RU) during an interdepartmental cricket match, leaving 20 people injured, including a faculty member. All the injured were initially treated at the university medical center, while five critically wounded students were transferred to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. Eyewitnesses reported that the conflict began after a semifinal match between the Mathematics and Management departments. The incident escalated when students from the Management department, upset over their loss, confronted Mathematics students, leading to a physical altercation.

BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed has questioned the motives of those advocating electoral reforms to delay the national election. Speaking at a public gathering in Feni, he asserted that local elections would not be allowed before the national election under any circumstances. He accused those in power of conducting relentless oppression to hold one-sided elections. Citing a UN report, he claimed that under Hasina’s orders, her ministers and officials have orchestrated killings, resulting in the deaths of thousands of young men.

BNP activists have been accused of vandalizing a Jamaat-e-Islami office in Hemayetpur, Pabna. The attackers also reportedly set fire to several local houses and looted property. According to the case statement, BNP leaders at the union and upazila levels orchestrated the attack on Saturday night, with former BNP leader Yakub Ali leading the charge. Several BNP leaders, including a district Chhatra Dal official, have been named in the case.