Ferry operations on the Paturia-Daulatdia river route in Manikganj resumed after being suspended for about an hour on Wednesday morning. Services were halted around 7:10 a.m. when heavy rain, strong winds, and a storm made navigation unsafe. Authorities temporarily stopped all ferry movements to ensure the safety of passengers and vehicles traveling home for Eid. The suspension caused temporary suffering for travelers and transport operators.

According to the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC), ferry services restarted around 8:00 a.m. after weather conditions improved. BIWTC’s Aricha office confirmed that operations have returned to normal. Currently, 15 ferries of various sizes are operating on the route, and vehicles that were stranded at the terminals are gradually crossing the river.

The restoration of ferry movement has eased congestion at the terminals, allowing passengers and vehicles to continue their journeys safely and smoothly.

Bangladesh’s BNP-led government, headed by Tarique Rahman, has completed its first 100 days in office after taking power on February 17, 2026, amid political polarization and economic fragility. The administration claims to have implemented 62 percent of 60 cabinet decisions, focusing on social safety programs such as family and farmer cards, while facing challenges from inflation, energy shortages, and a measles outbreak that has caused over 500 deaths.

Economists describe the period as one of crisis management, noting limited progress in banking reforms, investment, and job creation. They highlight persistent inflation, low revenue-to-GDP ratio, and rising non-performing loans as major weaknesses. While remittance inflows show positive signs, experts say structural reforms in taxation and banking remain unclear. Law and order issues, including mob violence and crimes such as rape and robbery, continue to raise public concern despite government claims of improvement.

Political analysts note that the government has so far avoided major conflict with opposition parties and maintained parliamentary dialogue. However, they warn that failure to control prices, strengthen institutions, and uphold judicial independence could intensify political pressure in the coming months.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has strengthened patrols along the Satkhira border to prevent any push-in attempts by India’s Border Security Force (BSF). The enhanced surveillance continued late into the night on Tuesday, May 26, according to local reports. Lieutenant Colonel Kazi Ashiqur Rahman, commanding officer of the 33 BGB Battalion, confirmed that members of the force remain on high alert and are prepared to respond to any situation.

Rahman stated that additional forces have been deployed to reinforce patrols and that BGB personnel are maintaining strict vigilance along the international boundary. He emphasized that any attempt by the BSF to violate international border laws through push-in actions would be resisted.

The measures reflect heightened security concerns in the Satkhira frontier area, where cross-border tensions occasionally arise. The BGB’s increased presence aims to ensure border integrity and prevent unauthorized movements across the line.

Many Muslims across Bangladesh celebrated Eid-ul-Azha on Wednesday, aligning with Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries. Congregational prayers were held in various districts including Chattogram, Dinajpur, Satkhira, Jamalpur, Chapainawabganj, Moulvibazar, Narayanganj, Chandpur, Faridpur, Naogaon, and others. In Chattogram, around 60 villages observed the festival, with the main congregation at Mirzakhil Darbar Sharif led by Dr. Maulana Muhammad Maksudur Rahman. Similar prayers and sacrifices took place in Dinajpur, Satkhira, and Jamalpur, where thousands joined in religious observance.

In Dinajpur, prayers were held in six upazilas, while in Satkhira, residents of 25 villages participated in early Eid prayers. Jamalpur saw congregations in at least 20 villages across three upazilas. Other districts such as Chapainawabganj, Moulvibazar, and Chandpur also reported widespread participation, with local religious leaders leading prayers and communities performing animal sacrifices.

The celebrations reflected a long-standing tradition among followers of certain religious groups in Bangladesh who observe Eid based on Saudi Arabia’s moon sighting and calendar.

Bangladeshi mountaineer Nurunnahar Nimni has successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest, becoming the third woman from Bangladesh and the eighth Bangladeshi overall to achieve the feat. She reached the peak at 5:24 a.m. Nepal time on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, and hoisted the national flag. The achievement was confirmed by the Bangladesh Mountaineering and Trekking Club.

Nimni was the only climber representing Bangladesh in this year’s expedition. She began her journey from Dhaka to Nepal on April 11 and resumed her final summit push on May 25 after facing several rounds of adverse weather. Her successful ascent marks the first Bangladeshi woman to conquer Everest in 14 years, following Nishat Majumder and Wasfia Nazreen in 2012.

Bangladesh’s Everest history began with Musa Ibrahim in 2010, followed by M A Muhit, Nishat Majumder, Wasfia Nazreen, Sajal Khaled, Babar Ali, and Ikramul Hasan Shakil. Nimni’s success continues this legacy of Bangladeshi mountaineering achievements on the world’s highest peak.

A fatal road accident occurred in Dhaka’s Nadda area early Wednesday morning when two buses collided head-on. The crash, which took place around 6 a.m. on May 27, 2026, left one woman named Laiju dead and injured between 10 and 12 others. Witnesses said a bus operated by Islam Paribahan, running on the Dhaka-Barishal route, struck another bus from Akash Paribahan from behind with great force, causing the Islam Paribahan bus to overturn on the road divider.

Following the collision, the rear right side of the Akash Paribahan bus was severely damaged, and one passenger died at the scene. Fire Service rescue teams arrived shortly after 6:15 a.m. and recovered the body. Local residents and firefighters jointly rescued at least 12 injured passengers and sent them to Kurmitola General Hospital and Baridhara General Hospital for treatment.

Authorities have not yet provided further details about the cause of the accident or the condition of the injured passengers.

Bangladesh is in talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for an emergency financial assistance package to address economic disruptions caused by the United States and Israel’s attacks on Iran. According to AFP, the request follows rising global oil prices linked to the conflict. In March, Dhaka officials said the country was seeking about 2 billion US dollars from global lenders to manage risks stemming from the Iran war.

IMF representative Ivo Krznar stated that discussions are underway regarding Bangladesh’s reform agenda and policy priorities. The requested support would come through the Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI), a mechanism that provides quick, low-conditionality funding to member states facing crises such as wars, pandemics, or commodity price shocks. Bangladesh previously received 732 million dollars from the IMF during the COVID-19 pandemic, including 244 million under the RFI.

Bangladesh’s ongoing 5.5 billion dollar IMF loan program began in January 2023 and was expanded in June 2025. The country has so far received 3.64 billion dollars in five tranches, with the sixth installment of 1.3 billion still pending.

In Lalmonirhat’s Patgram upazila, allegations have surfaced that rice allocated under the Vulnerable Group Feeding (VGF) program for poor residents of Dahagram Union was diverted to a Jubo Dal playground. On May 24, during official distribution at the union council, locals reported seeing 8 to 10 sacks of rice being taken by van to the field, sparking public outrage. Residents claimed that around 50 sacks were misappropriated through collusion among union officials, depriving genuine beneficiaries.

According to the report, 1,400 people were each supposed to receive 10 kilograms of rice. However, the union secretary and several members allegedly redirected portions to Jubo Dal affiliates. The union’s chairman has been absconding since August 5, and the acting administrator, the Patgram education officer, was absent during the distribution. A ward member admitted that Jubo Dal supporters submitted voter ID cards and were included in beneficiary lists. The union secretary defended the action, saying the recipients were also poor.

Lalmonirhat’s deputy commissioner stated that an investigation has been ordered and that strict legal action will follow if the allegations are confirmed.

Bangladesh’s Water Resources Minister Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee has come under public scrutiny after reports surfaced that he purchased a cow worth Tk 3.2 million ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. The news triggered widespread debate on social media and prompted the National Citizen Party (NCP) to question the source of the expenditure. At a press conference on May 26, NCP’s chief organizer Nasiruddin Patwari asked how a minister with an annual salary of Tk 4.2 million could afford such a purchase while managing family expenses.

Later that day, the minister’s son, Sarian Chowdhury, defended his father in a Facebook post, explaining that their family traditionally buys six to eight cows each year for both family sacrifice and donations to the Haji Basir Ullah Orphanage and Madrasa. He stated that this year they bought six cows and that the animals were intended for the poor. Sarian also questioned whether similar criticism would persist even after his father left office.

The controversy emerged after the minister was seen purchasing the cow at a local market, sparking intense online reactions.

Jamaat-backed mayoral candidate for Dhaka North City Corporation, Mohammad Selim Uddin, announced the formation of a special team to ensure the quick removal of sacrificial animal waste during Eid. He made the announcement on Tuesday, May 26, while inaugurating a special service booth at the Tejgaon cattle market in the capital.

Selim Uddin urged city residents to dispose of animal waste only in designated areas, emphasizing that maintaining cleanliness is a shared civic responsibility, not just the duty of government authorities. He highlighted that cleanliness is an integral part of faith, alongside the religious practice of sacrifice, and called on everyone to play an active role in keeping the city clean during the festival.

During the event, special waste bags were distributed among visitors to raise awareness about proper waste disposal. Selim Uddin also mentioned that similar service booths have been set up at other cattle markets across Dhaka, including Aftabnagar and Gabtoli.

Law enforcement agencies in Chattogram’s Sitakunda have intensified a joint operation in Jungle Salimpur to arrest top criminal Md. Yasin. Police, RAB, and other forces have strengthened patrols after armed men attacked a RAB camp in Alinagar on May 24 night, firing repeatedly and destroying structures with bulldozers. Roads were cut off in several places to obstruct the operation, spreading fear among residents. Police Superintendent Masud Alam confirmed that multiple units are working together to locate Yasin.

Authorities said the Yasin group, previously expelled from the area in a March 9 joint operation, carried out the latest assault. Although several suspects have been detained for questioning, Yasin and other top gang leaders remain at large. Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed condemned the attack, vowing strict action and asserting that Jungle Salimpur is now under state control after years of lawlessness.

Intelligence sources believe Yasin is still hiding in the area, maintaining his network through phone communication. Residents report hearing gunfire and seeing flashes of light at night, reflecting ongoing fear despite the heavy security presence.

A mild earthquake was felt across several parts of Bangladesh, including Dhaka, on Tuesday at 11:41 a.m., originating near Bhaluka in Mymensingh. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department reported a magnitude of 3.4 on the Richter scale, describing it as a low-intensity tremor. The director of the Earthquake Observation and Research Center said such minor quakes occur frequently worldwide and are not a cause for concern.

However, leading seismologists disagreed, warning that frequent minor tremors may signal an impending major earthquake. A recent study by Jahangirnagar University researchers also indicated that Bangladesh faces a high risk of a severe quake. BUET professor Dr. Mehedi Ahmed Ansari cautioned that the country has not experienced a major quake in 100–150 years, urging the government to take immediate preventive measures, including structural assessments and retrofitting of buildings.

Experts noted that Bangladesh lies at the junction of three tectonic plates, with significant underground pressure accumulating. They warned that Dhaka’s dense, poorly planned infrastructure could turn the city into a disaster zone if a major quake strikes.

Nasiruddin Patwari, chief coordinator of the National Citizens Party (NCP), stated that people living along Bangladesh’s borders feel unsafe due to what he described as Indian aggression. Speaking at an emergency press conference on Tuesday, May 26, in Banglamotor, Dhaka, he said the NCP would ensure border protection if it came to power. Patwari also accused India of spreading drug-related terrorism aimed at harming Bangladesh’s youth.

He criticized the exclusion of voters in India’s West Bengal on religious grounds, calling it a crime against humanity and a violation of human rights. Referring to the construction of barbed-wire fences along the border, he suggested that both countries should hold meetings to settle land issues before building fences. Patwari urged the government to take stronger initiatives to secure the borders and to strengthen the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

He further alleged that the government becomes nervous when reform is discussed and that the ruling Awami League continues to organize rallies and attacks despite being banned. He demanded the return of his confiscated camera, saying it contained family photos.

Garment workers from Chaiti Garments in Tipordi area of Sonargaon, Narayanganj, blocked the Dhaka-Chattogram highway on Tuesday afternoon demanding payment of due wages and Eid bonuses. The protest caused severe traffic congestion stretching about 17 kilometers from Tipordi to Meghna Toll Plaza. Police intervened to disperse the demonstrators, leading to clashes in which tear gas and rubber bullets were used to regain control of the situation.

According to police officials, the workers began the blockade after the factory management reportedly expressed inability to pay full salaries. The workers insisted that their April arrears and May salaries be cleared before Eid. Officers from Kanchpur Highway Police and Sonargaon Police Station confirmed that several rounds of tear gas were fired but no live ammunition was used. The situation was later brought under control and the road reopened to traffic.

The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the garment sector over timely wage payments, particularly ahead of major religious holidays when financial pressures on workers increase.

Garment workers from Chaiti Garments in Tipordi area of Sonargaon, Narayanganj, blocked the Dhaka-Chattogram highway on Tuesday afternoon demanding payment of wages and bonuses. The protest led to severe traffic congestion stretching about 17 kilometers from Tipordi to Meghna Toll Plaza. Police attempted to disperse the demonstrators, resulting in clashes where tear gas and rubber bullets were used to bring the situation under control.

According to reports, the workers began their protest after the factory management expressed inability to pay full wages, including arrears for April and salaries for May before Eid. Police officials stated that the workers were later persuaded to leave the highway, and the situation was brought under control after several rounds of tear gas were fired.

The incident disrupted traffic on one of the country’s busiest highways and highlighted ongoing tensions over wage payments in the garment sector ahead of major holidays.