Tarique Rahman has taken responsibility for the family of Montu Chandra Das, who was murdered after filing a case against his daughter’s rapists. On Sunday evening, Rahman spoke with Montu’s wife over the phone, assuring her of support. Earlier, he arranged for food supplies, clothing, and other necessities to be delivered to the grieving family. Montu’s daughter, a seventh-grader, was raped on March 5. After filing the case, Montu was brutally killed on the night of March 11.

A fire broke out late Saturday night at a fresh market in Rajshahi, destroying 12 shops. Upon receiving the distress call, seven fire service units arrived at the scene around 12:45 AM and worked tirelessly for an hour to bring the flames under control by 1:50 AM. During the operation, firefighter Delwar Hossain fell ill due to excessive smoke and was admitted to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. Fortunately, no other casualties were reported.

Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has announced that the government aims to elevate China-Bangladesh relations through Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus’s upcoming visit to China. Prior to the visit, Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen met with Chief Adviser Yunus. The Chief Adviser will travel to China on March 26, where he will meet President Xi Jinping on March 28, along with CEOs of major Chinese companies. According to the press secretary, China has promised to build a general hospital in Bangladesh, but the Chief Adviser hopes that Chinese health service providers will invest in Bangladesh and establish hospitals jointly with the country.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed two separate cases against Hasanul Haque Inu and his wife Afroza Haque for acquiring illegal wealth. Inu allegedly accumulated assets worth 48,425,507 BDT through criminal misconduct and abuse of power, inconsistent with his known sources of income. Suspicious transactions amounting to 118,816,019 BDT were identified in his four bank accounts. Additionally, it is alleged that his wife has become wealthy through these illicit earnings.

European Union (EU) Ambassador Michael Miller delivered three key messages to the Election Commission (EC) for ensuring a fair election. At a press conference on Sunday, Miller emphasized: First, the EU is a key partner for Bangladesh and stands by the country during this crucial time of transition. Second, the EU aims to strengthen its partnership in every aspect and is here to support the interim government in conducting elections according to the people’s expectations. Third, the EU has assured the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) that they will assist in conducting elections in accordance with international standards, offering expertise and financial packages. Additionally, if requested by Bangladesh’s authorities, the EU is willing to send election observers.

The Press Wing of the Chief Adviser has clarified that reports claiming there will be no Independence Day parade on March 26 are misleading. The parade is not being canceled, but due to ongoing renovations at Dhaka’s National Stadium, it will not take place in the capital for another year. However, the interim government has decided to organize the parade with due honor in all 63 other districts across the country, along with special receptions for war veterans. All district administrators have been instructed to take necessary measures for the event.

Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Director General Md. Akhtar Hossain has confirmed an investigation into Awami League leader Sheikh Selim over allegations of corruption and financial irregularities. Reports suggest that Selim manipulated tenders worth Tk 1,300 crore across various government projects, allegedly taking commissions of 10-15% from favored contractors. The ACC has initiated a probe into these claims. Sheikh Selim is reportedly in hiding. Earlier, on August 20, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) ordered a review of 91 bank and financial accounts linked to Selim and his family.

The High Court has upheld the death sentences of 20 individuals for the brutal 2019 murder of Buet student Abrar Fahad. In response, Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary Mia Golam Parwar stated that swift execution of the verdict would ensure justice. He recalled how Abrar was taken to a student leader’s room in Buet’s Sher-e-Bangla Hall, where he was subjected to brutal torture and killed on October 6, 2019. Jamaat believes that implementing the verdict without delay will provide justice to the victim’s family and set a milestone in the legal system.

A court has ordered the freezing of 123 bank accounts belonging to former tax commissioner Ranjit Kumar Talukder and his wife, Jhumur Mazumder. According to the case details, Jhumur Mazumder holds Tk 11.5 crore across multiple accounts. The ACC is investigating Ranjit over allegations of accumulating vast amounts of illegal wealth through bribery and corruption. Authorities suspect an attempt to launder these funds, prompting the account freeze.

A court has imposed a travel ban on Awami League leader Mahbubul Alam Hanif, his wife Fauzia Alam, and their three children—Fahim Afsar Alam, Farhan Sadik Alam, and Tanisha Alam. The ban follows allegations of massive financial irregularities and corruption against Hanif. The court order states that his wife and sons were also involved in laundering these illicit funds. The travel restriction has been enforced to ensure a fair investigation.

Ali Ahsan Junayed, joint convener of the National Citizens’ Committee, announced a new platform uniting political and social forces aligned with the July Uprising. Set to launch in April, the initiative aims to achieve the uprising’s unmet demands, including justice for past atrocities, banning the Awami League, and ensuring a corruption-free, inclusive Bangladesh. Junayed emphasized rebuilding the nation with ethical leadership and a new political culture. He called for active participation, hinting that the platform might evolve into a political party.

Following an Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) request, a court has ordered the freezing of 21 bank accounts linked to three associates of fugitive businessman Prashanta Kumar (PK) Halder. Among them, Md. Siddiqur Rahman holds 11 accounts, Mahfuza Rahman Baby has four, and Anita Kar has six. The ACC’s initial investigation revealed that they withdrew Tk 40 crore from FAS Finance and Investment Limited and laundered the money through multiple layers, transferring it to fake companies and individuals to conceal its origin. As a result, freezing their accounts was deemed necessary.

The High Court upheld the death sentences of 20 convicts and life imprisonment for five others in the Abrar Fahad murder case on Sunday. Abrar’s younger brother, Faiyaz, expressed satisfaction with the verdict and urged its swift execution. He also voiced concern over one of the convicts escaping from jail on August 5 last year, calling it a frustrating incident that should not be repeated. Faiyaz admitted that before August 5, they had not expected such a strong ruling from the High Court, attributing it to the changed circumstances. However, he acknowledged that several steps remain before the verdict is enforced.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus will meet with 127 police officers tomorrow, Monday, at his Tejgaon office to discuss the law and order situation. According to the Chief Adviser’s Deputy Press Secretary, Abul Kalam Azad Majumder, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) will begin with an opening speech. They will brief on various initiatives taken by the police since August 5 and share measures to restore police morale. The upcoming Police Week is scheduled for April 29, where the Chief Adviser will deliver a speech and provide guidance.

The High Court has upheld the death penalty for 20 convicts in the murder case of BUET student Abrar Fahad, while five others have been sentenced to life imprisonment. The verdict was delivered at 11 AM on Sunday by the High Court bench of Justice AKM Asaduzzaman and Justice Syed Enayetur Rahman. Expressing satisfaction, Abrar’s father, Barkat Ullah, stated, “I am pleased with the High Court’s decision. Now, I want to see the swift execution of the verdict.”