Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ali Hossain Fakir announced that individuals attempting to exploit the July Revolution will be identified and listed. He made the statement on Monday at a press conference held at the police headquarters’ media cell on Gani Road in Dhaka. The IGP also said diplomatic efforts have begun to bring back suspects arrested in India in connection with the murder of Osman Hadi.

Fakir emphasized the need to develop a magistracy system within police stations to ensure faster resolution of cases. He stated that placing judicial magistrates in every police station could help meet public demand for swift justice. The IGP further expressed his intention to establish “zero-complaint” police stations and reduce the gap between police and citizens. He added that lists are also being prepared to identify those involved in mob violence.

Senior police officials, including several additional IGPs from various departments, were present at the press conference, according to the report.

In Faridpur, a notable political gesture took place when BNP Member of Parliament Shahidul Islam Khan welcomed Awami League leader M. M. Siddiq Mia with a floral garland at the district jail gate. The event occurred on Sunday afternoon following Siddiq Mia’s release on bail. Siddiq Mia, who serves as the Science and Technology Affairs Secretary of the Awami League’s Bhanga Upazila Committee, had been under restrictions on political activities prior to his release.

Shahidul Islam Khan, representing Faridpur-4 constituency and serving as the General Secretary of the BNP’s central Krishak Dal, was accompanied by several BNP and affiliated organization leaders during the reception. The scene at the jail gate included mutual exchange of garlands and celebratory flower scattering among supporters.

Following his release, Siddiq Mia, also the chairman of Algi Union Parishad in Bhanga, expressed gratitude to the newly elected MP Shahidul Islam Khan for his support during his imprisonment.

On Monday morning, March 9, 2026, a severe shortage of doctors was observed at Burichang Upazila Health Complex in Cumilla. At 8:30 a.m., only three of the 26 doctors were present, while 23 were absent. According to the Upazila Health Officer, four doctors were officially on leave. The officer stated that he was attending a coordination meeting at the Cumilla Civil Surgeon’s office and would look into why most doctors had not reported for duty.

Patients arriving at the hospital faced significant difficulties. One patient reported waiting half an hour as the ticket counter remained closed, and several rooms were locked. Another patient, injured in an accident, had to be referred to Cumilla for advanced treatment due to the absence of senior doctors, which her family said was financially burdensome.

Cumilla Civil Surgeon Ali Nur Mohammad Bashir confirmed that government doctors are required to report by 8 a.m. and said an investigation is underway to determine why only three doctors were present at the facility.

Three people were killed and two others injured in a collision between a CNG-run autorickshaw and a locally made van in Bagha upazila of Rajshahi on Monday morning. The accident occurred around 7 a.m., leaving the autorickshaw driver Shariful Islam, passenger Bidhan Das, and passenger Rokeya Begum dead. The injured, Shahajan Ali and Seema Begum, were first taken to the upazila health complex and later transferred to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital, where doctors said their condition was critical.

A witness, Alomgir Hossain, said heavy fog in the morning reduced visibility, causing the vehicles to collide head-on. Two people died on the spot, and another died on the way to the hospital. Police from Bagha station recovered the bodies and brought them to the station for further procedures.

According to police, the autorickshaw was traveling from Lalpur toward Bagha with five passengers when the collision occurred. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Inqilab Moncho has announced the convening committee for its Dhaka University branch. The announcement was made early Monday, March 9, through a verified Facebook post by the organization. The 47-member committee, signed by member secretary Abdullah Al Jaber, names Md. Fazle Rabbi Sarkar as convener and Sabira Mariam Mushfir as member secretary.

The committee also includes Nazmul Islam and Milon Hossain as joint conveners, Nure Jannat Fatima and Nafis Istiak Ahmed Talukder as joint member secretaries, Isfanul Islam as office secretary, Mujtaba Zahir Zisan as arts and literature secretary, Abu Bakar Talha as media secretary, Zayed Al Bashar as environment and tourism secretary, Hasanur Rahman Shanto as skill and development secretary, and Mohammad Fatin Yamin Chowdhury as international affairs secretary. Thirty-five additional members were also named in the announcement.

According to the statement, the committee was formed upholding the principles of revolution, justice, honesty, freedom, and sovereignty.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ali Hossain Fakir announced that two suspects arrested in India in connection with the murder of Inquilab Moncho convener Sharif Osman Hadi will be brought back to Bangladesh soon through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He made the statement on Monday morning during a press briefing at the police headquarters’ media cell on Gani Road in Dhaka.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR), the repatriation process for the two suspects has already begun. Based on intelligence from the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), the suspects—Rahul alias Faisal Karim Masud (37) and Alomgir Hossain (34)—were arrested in the Bongaon area of West Bengal, India. The IGP also mentioned that lists of extortionists, armed criminals, and those involved in mob violence are being prepared, with operations to begin soon.

He further stated that developing a magistracy system within police stations could help resolve issues more quickly and emphasized the goal of establishing zero-complaint police stations to strengthen public trust.

A Dhaka court is set to deliver its verdict today in a case against singer and Bangladesh Cricket Board director Asif Akbar, accused of possessing four bottles of foreign tequila without a license. The judgment will be announced by Judge Ayesha Akhtar Mausumi of the Second Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge’s Court in Dhaka.

According to the case details, Asif Akbar was arrested on June 6, 2018, from the office of ARB Entertainment in Tejgaon during an ICT-related case. Police allegedly found four bottles of illegal tequila in his office, which were later sent to the Department of Narcotics Control for testing. CID’s cyber investigation unit filed the case on July 23, 2019, and submitted a charge sheet on October 13, 2019.

The court framed charges on November 25, 2024, and three witnesses testified during the trial. The verdict marks the conclusion of a legal process that began nearly seven years after the initial arrest.

The final day of advance train ticket sales for Eid-ul-Fitr travelers begins today, Monday, March 9, according to Bangladesh Railway. Tickets for March 19 train journeys are being sold, with sales for western intercity trains starting at 8 a.m. and for eastern intercity trains at 2 p.m. The schedule was set during a preparatory meeting at the Railway Bhaban ahead of the Eid travel rush.

The advance ticket sales process, which began on March 3, concludes today after tickets for March 13–18 were sold in phases. Railway authorities stated that decisions regarding ticket sales for March 20, 21, and 22 will be made later, depending on the moon sighting. Each passenger can purchase tickets only once and for up to four seats, with no refund option available.

To accommodate passenger demand, the railway has allowed the collection of 25 percent standing tickets for non-AC coaches from the originating station before departure.

Bangladesh’s stock market has continued to decline sharply even after the formation of a new government, with the Dhaka Stock Exchange’s main index DSEX dropping 223 points, or 4.42 percent, on Sunday to fall back to 5,000 points. The market had initially surged following a peaceful national election, but optimism quickly faded as sustained sell-offs and liquidity shortages returned.

Market participants attribute the downturn to investor panic triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict and a long-standing crisis of confidence. Former BSEC chairman Faruq Ahmad Siddiqi said panic selling has intensified due to war fears, though he noted that the scale of the decline in Bangladesh is abnormal compared to other countries. He also pointed to structural weaknesses, including a shortage of strong companies and low financial literacy among traders.

Investor groups expressed frustration over the lack of change in the securities regulator after the new BNP-led government took office. Current BSEC chairman Khondkar Rashed Maksud defended the commission’s record, citing reforms and efforts to attract quality listings. However, with few new companies entering the market and many existing ones in poor standing, analysts warn recovery will be difficult without fresh investment.

Dhaka University has decided to suspend all classes and examinations from Monday, March 9, 2026, until Saturday, March 28, 2026, in observance of the upcoming Eid holidays. The decision was made at an emergency meeting of the Syndicate Management Team (SMT) held on Sunday night, chaired by Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmad Khan.

The meeting discussed the government’s circular and a letter from the University Grants Commission (UGC), which guided the temporary suspension of academic activities. The university’s Public Relations Office confirmed the decision through a notice signed by Director Mohammad Rafiqul Islam.

According to the announcement, university offices will remain open on March 9, and a further decision regarding administrative operations after that date will be announced later.

The Jagannath University branch of the University Teachers Association of Bangladesh (UTAB) has demanded the resignation of the university’s current vice-chancellor. In a press release signed by branch president Professor Dr. Mohammad Nasir Uddin on Sunday, the organization alleged that the vice-chancellor has prioritized political agendas over institutional development, leading to instability on campus.

According to the statement, Jagannath College was converted into a university in 2005 but has since struggled to achieve its goals due to political influences. Following the mass uprising of August 5, 2024, controversies reportedly arose over the appointment of the current vice-chancellor. UTAB claimed that the vice-chancellor failed to implement the outcomes of joint movements by teachers, students, and staff, and that recent clashes during the university journalists’ association election further disrupted campus stability.

The UTAB branch expressed no confidence in the vice-chancellor and urged him to resign respectfully. It also warned of complete non-cooperation if he refuses to step down.

At the ongoing Ekushey Book Fair 2026, Ekushey Padak-winning editor Mahmudur Rahman has released his new book titled “July Poroborti Rajniti Ebong Ekti Osman Hadi,” published by Srijoni Prokashoni. The book explores the political transformation in Bangladesh following the July revolution, which the author describes as a turning point in the nation’s independence from foreign influence.

According to the publication, the book discusses how Bangladesh’s politics before August 5, 2024, was heavily dependent on India, and how the student-led July revolution ended that dominance. It also highlights the role of young activist Sharif Osman Hadi, portrayed as a key figure in the anti-hegemony movement who was later suppressed by opposing forces. Rahman presents this narrative as a reflection of the country’s evolving political consciousness.

In addition to this title, Rahman’s other new book, “Atmoporichoyer Borme Hegemony Mokabela,” has been published by Mahanagar Publication and is also available at the fair. Both books can be found at the publishers’ stalls and through their contact numbers or social media pages.

Police in Cumilla’s Brahmanpara upazila arrested Akter Hossain, chairman of the BRDB and former president of the upazila Chhatra League, on Sunday, March 8, for allegedly demanding Tk 1 crore in extortion related to a house construction project. He was detained from the Brahmanpara Sadar Bazar area following a case filed at the local police station.

According to police and local sources, former police officer Abdus Salam was constructing a house in the Brahmanpara Sadar area when Akter Hossain allegedly demanded Tk 1 crore and issued threats to halt the work if the demand was not met. Project engineer Md. Rajib Khan filed the case that led to the arrest. The operation was led by Officer-in-Charge Sabbir Mohammad Selim and OC (Investigation) Tomas Barua.

Police said they are investigating whether others were involved. The accused is being sent to court, and legal proceedings are ongoing.

Road Transport and Bridges Minister Sheikh Robiul Alam announced that a comprehensive plan has been adopted to bring a major transformation to Bangladesh’s communication system under the leadership of the Prime Minister. Speaking on Sunday after inspecting the Diabari Metro Rail Depot following a ride from the Secretariat Station, he said visible improvements in the transport sector would soon be achieved with the cooperation of all stakeholders, ensuring safe and comfortable travel for citizens.

The minister noted that the metro rail has already gained public trust as a successful and commuter-friendly project. He added that the government is considering introducing monorail services in densely populated areas, viewing metro rail as the backbone of the transport network. The government aims to build an integrated modern public transport system combining monorail, metro rail, and bus services in the capital.

At a separate coordination meeting, State Minister for Bridges and Shipping Rajib Ahsan instructed agencies to prepare for safe and smooth Eid travel, emphasizing early identification and resolution of potential challenges at bridges.

A mobile court in Dharmapasha upazila of Sunamganj fined a trader for selling LPG gas cylinders at inflated prices. The court, led by Assistant Commissioner (Land) and Executive Magistrate Sanjoy Ghosh, imposed a fine of 20,000 taka on trader Kabir Hossain, 42, after finding evidence of overpricing. The operation took place on Sunday afternoon in the Purbo Bazar area of the upazila.

According to the magistrate, the drive was part of ongoing efforts to keep essential commodity prices stable and protect consumer interests. The mobile court action reflects the local administration’s monitoring of market practices to prevent unfair pricing and ensure compliance with government-set rates.

Authorities indicated that similar drives would continue to maintain price discipline in local markets and safeguard consumers from exploitation.