A group of students at Jahangirnagar University locked the main gate of the administrative building on Sunday morning, demanding the resignation of the proctorial body and the immediate arrest of a suspect in an attempted rape case involving a female student. The protest followed an earlier program at the proctor’s office, as students expressed frustration that the accused remained at large five days after the incident.

Students said the failure to arrest the suspect demonstrated the inaction of both law enforcement and the university administration. Protesters, including students from the Drama and Dramatics and Urban and Regional Planning departments, reiterated their six-point demand, with the first and most urgent being the suspect’s arrest. They stated that the lock on the registrar’s office would remain until authorities confirmed progress in the case.

The incident occurred last Tuesday night near the old Fazilatunnesa Hall, where a female student was reportedly dragged into a nearby forest and assaulted. The university authorities filed a case with Ashulia Police Station the following day, and students had given a 48-hour ultimatum for the arrest, which expired without result.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has emphasized the need to build an accountable and institutional framework for managing the media sector, moving beyond a control-oriented approach. He made the remarks on Sunday during a meeting at the Secretariat with leaders of the Television Editors Council, which includes editors and news heads of private television channels. The minister highlighted the importance of forming an independent, efficient, and credible media commission.

Swapan noted that Bangladesh’s media management has long suffered from a conceptual gap, with a lack of coordinated thinking among owners, entrepreneurs, journalists, and the government. This has led to the sector being influenced by personal power and investment interests. He said the government is both a stakeholder and a regulator, and must ensure equal opportunity for all parties.

The minister further stated that past governments viewed media mainly through a lens of control, resulting in irregularities and misuse. He proposed establishing a quasi-judicial commission to ensure media freedom and accountability, cautioning that it must not become a political instrument of any government.

A father and son were killed when their motorcycle crashed into the back of a parked truck on the Habiganj-Shaistaganj bypass road on Saturday night. The accident occurred around 11 p.m. in the Poddarbari area. The victims were identified as Abdul Kaiyum, 55, and his son Zakir Hossain, 20, from Sultan Mahmudpur village in Sadar upazila. Police recovered the bodies and sent them to Sadar Modern Hospital.

According to police and local sources, Abdul Kaiyum was traveling with his son toward Dhuliakhal by motorcycle when they lost control and hit the stationary truck. Both sustained severe injuries. Locals rescued them and took them to Sadar Modern Hospital, where doctors declared them dead.

The report did not mention the cause of the truck being parked on the road or whether any legal action followed the incident.

A three-way clash at Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET) in Gazipur left ten people injured, including five police officers, on Sunday. The violence erupted at the university’s Shaheed Minar area during a confrontation among students supporting the newly appointed vice-chancellor, protesting students, and police. The government recently appointed Professor Dr. Mohammad Iqbal from Shahjalal University of Science and Technology as DUET’s new vice-chancellor, which triggered protests from a section of students.

According to the report, the protesting students rejected the appointment immediately after the government’s announcement and began demonstrations on Thursday night. On Sunday morning, they called for a “red card” protest against the new vice-chancellor, leading to the clash. The protesters argued that the vice-chancellor should be selected from DUET’s own faculty, citing their deeper understanding of the institution’s academic and administrative challenges.

Police confirmed that five officers, including the local station’s officer-in-charge, were among the injured and said efforts were underway to restore order on campus.

Former Begum Rokeya University (Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur) vice-chancellor Hasibur Rashid, convicted in a war crimes case linked to the killing of Abu Sayeed during the July Revolution, was produced before the International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka on Sunday afternoon. Police arrested him the previous night from a residence on Salimullah Road in Mohammadpur, the capital.

According to the report, Hasibur Rashid was presented before Tribunal-2, chaired by Justice Nazrul Islam Chowdhury. Earlier, on April 9, the tribunal sentenced 28 individuals to varying prison terms in the same case. Rashid, identified as the principal accused, received a 10-year sentence. He had been absconding since August 5, 2024, following the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government.

The tribunal proceedings mark a continuation of accountability efforts for crimes committed during the July Revolution, with Rashid’s arrest ending nearly two years of fugitive status.

Dr. Afsan Anis, son of Awami League leader Dr. Abul Baki Anis, has been appointed president of the Cumilla Metropolitan Nationalist Social and Cultural Organization (JASAS). The 101-member committee was approved on May 16 through a circular signed by central convenor Helal Khan and member secretary Zakir Hossain Rokon, naming Shahidul Haque Sohel as general secretary.

The announcement triggered widespread discussion on social media and within political circles over Dr. Anis’s political background. Former city JASAS convenor Manjurul Alam alleged that individuals with no prior involvement in BNP politics had secured committee positions through financial transactions. Cumilla city BNP general secretary and city corporation administrator Yusuf Molla Tipu stated he did not know the new president and questioned how a member of an Awami family could lead a key BNP-affiliated organization.

Central JASAS president Helal Khan defended the appointment, saying the committee was formed following organizational procedures and in coordination with BNP leaders at various levels, citing past examples of similar appointments.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman attended the funeral prayer of former state minister for health and Munshiganj BNP convener Mizanur Rahman Sinha on Sunday at the South Plaza of the National Parliament Building. The prayer took place at 11:30 a.m., after which the prime minister paid his respects by placing a floral tribute on Sinha’s coffin. The Speaker, Deputy Speaker, cabinet members, and several lawmakers were also present at the ceremony.

Earlier, the prime minister expressed deep sorrow over Sinha’s death, recalling his contributions to national politics and the health sector. In a condolence message, he prayed for the departed soul and extended sympathy to the bereaved family and well-wishers.

Mizanur Rahman Sinha passed away early Saturday at the age of 82 while undergoing treatment at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital in Singapore. His daughter Tasnim Sinha confirmed his death on social media, stating that he breathed his last at 2:47 a.m. Bangladesh time. Sinha had previously served as BNP’s central treasurer and was elected as a member of parliament from Munshiganj-2 in the 1996 and 2001 general elections.

At Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST), efforts are underway to relax existing rules for promoting employees to officer positions, reportedly in violation of university regulations. Multiple sources confirmed that the issue may be discussed at the upcoming syndicate meeting scheduled for Sunday afternoon. The agenda could include a proposal to remove conditions for employees who were previously promoted to officer roles and now seek further advancement to deputy registrar or equivalent positions.

According to syndicate records, a prior decision allowed upgraded officers to be promoted further through additional upgradations, increasing the limit from two to three. However, a condition required those with a third division in public exams to have one extra year of work experience. Some of the upgraded officers are now pressing to abolish that condition, allegedly with support from senior administrators. Teachers and long-serving officers have criticized the move, warning it could undermine administrative standards and fairness in promotions.

Syndicate member Abdul Kaiyum Chowdhury stated that no decision outside university and government law is acceptable, while Vice-Chancellor Dr. A. M. Sarwar Uddin Chowdhury said he is reviewing the matter.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Karina Kaiser, daughter of renowned footballer Kaiser Hamid and a popular content creator and social media influencer. The minister conveyed his condolences in a message issued on Sunday, praying for the departed soul and extending sympathy to her bereaved family members.

According to the report, Karina Kaiser had been suffering from liver complications and other health issues. She passed away on Friday while undergoing advanced medical treatment in Chennai, India. Her death has drawn attention due to her prominence as both a digital content creator and the daughter of a well-known sports figure.

The minister’s message highlighted official recognition of her passing, reflecting the impact of her work and public presence in Bangladesh’s online community.

National Citizen Party (NCP) convener and opposition chief whip Nahid Islam will attend the funeral prayer of recently deceased July activist Karina Kaiser at the Central Shaheed Minar on Sunday night at 10 p.m. NCP’s chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari and other senior leaders are also expected to join, according to the party’s central election committee media secretary Yasir Arafat.

Nasiruddin Patwari stated on his verified Facebook account that Karina Kaiser, described as a fellow July activist, has passed away. He announced three funeral prayers: after Maghrib at Banani DOHS field, after Esha at Banani Darbar Sharif, and at 10 p.m. at the Central Shaheed Minar. He urged all supporters, especially July activists and anti-fascist political groups, to attend the final prayer at Shaheed Minar.

Karina Kaiser, a content creator and actress, died in India while undergoing treatment for liver complications. Her body is being brought back to Bangladesh today, and she will be buried in Munshiganj on Monday after the funeral prayers.

Popular Bangladeshi content creator and actress Karina Kaiser has died in Chennai, India, after suffering from liver complications and other health issues. Her body was flown to Dhaka on Friday afternoon via a US-Bangla Airlines flight. According to family sources, three funeral prayers were scheduled in the capital: the first after Maghrib at Banani DOHS Jame Mosque, the second at 8 p.m. at Banani Darbar Sharif Mosque, and the third at 10 p.m. at the Central Shaheed Minar, where fans and colleagues could pay their respects.

A fourth funeral prayer will be held on Monday morning in Abdullahpur, Gazaria upazila of Munshiganj, followed by burial at the family graveyard. Karina gained wide popularity among young audiences through her lively social media presence and realistic content. She also worked in OTT productions and television dramas, earning recognition as both an actress and screenwriter. Her notable works include the web series “Internship” and the film “36-24-36.”

Her untimely death has cast a shadow over the cultural community, with colleagues, directors, and fans expressing grief and condolences online.

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court has upheld the bail of former Narayanganj mayor Dr. Selina Hayat Ivy in murder cases. On Sunday, the chamber court, led by Justice Md. Rezaul Haque, issued a 'no order' on the state’s petition seeking to suspend the High Court’s bail orders in two separate murder cases filed with Siddhirganj Police Station.

As a result, Ivy’s bail remains valid in all 12 cases filed against her. According to her lawyers, there are now no legal barriers to her release from custody. Senior lawyers Motahar Hossain Saju and S.M. Siddiqur Rahman represented Ivy in court, while Deputy Attorney General Syeda Sazia Sharmin appeared for the state.

Ivy’s legal team stated that the process of sending the court’s bail confirmation and related documents to prison authorities is underway. They expect that, after completing formalities, she will be released from Kashimpur Central Jail within the current week.

Dhaka South City Corporation Administrator and freedom fighter Md. Abdus Salam has accused the interim government of severely damaging the capital’s environmental and urban progress. Speaking on Sunday at a discussion titled “Integrated Environmental Management: Forest, Environment, River and Urbanization” organized by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) at the National Press Club, he said the city had been set back 18 years in just 18 months due to poor planning and lack of coordination.

Salam criticized the interim government’s environmental management, citing worsening traffic congestion, air pollution, and unplanned urbanization. He stressed that speeches alone would not solve environmental problems without effective implementation. He also highlighted ongoing initiatives by the city corporation, including a 15-day mosquito survey, a pilot project for underground utility lines in Dhanmondi, and plans to modernize waste management through foreign partnerships.

He urged citizens to take responsibility alongside the city authorities, emphasizing that half of Dhaka’s improvement depends on public awareness. Salam called for social resistance against theft of public property and collective efforts to transform Dhaka’s image.

Hasnat Abdullah, Member of Parliament for Cumilla-4 and chief organizer of the National Citizens Party (NCP) for the southern region, declared that the party is building a new political movement to restore democracy and citizens’ rights in Bangladesh. He made the remarks on Sunday morning at a joining ceremony held at the Meghna Upazila Parishad field, where over a hundred activists from various political parties joined the NCP. The event concluded with a colorful procession.

In his address, Abdullah alleged that citizens have long been deprived of voting rights, democracy, and basic freedoms due to corruption, land grabbing, and political violence. He claimed that people are now uniting for change and emphasized that those who violate citizens’ rights will be confronted on the streets. He also announced plans to strengthen NCP’s organizational activities and public outreach across the country, including in Meghna.

The meeting was chaired by MK Rashid, convener of the NCP Meghna unit, and conducted by joint convener Nadimuzzaman, with several district and upazila leaders also speaking.

A Dhaka court has postponed the submission of the further investigation report in the murder case of Inkilab Moncho spokesperson Shahid Sharif Osman Hadi for the 14th time. The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate’s Court had scheduled the report submission for Sunday, but the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) failed to present it. As a result, Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Joshita Islam fixed June 7 as the new date.

Hadi was shot by assailants on December 12 last year near Box Culvert Road in Paltan while returning from Friday prayers. He was taken to Singapore for advanced treatment but died on December 18. A case was filed on December 14 by Abdullah Al Jaber, member secretary of Inkilab Moncho. The murder charge under Section 302 was later added to the case.

Earlier, the Detective Branch (DB) submitted a charge sheet against 17 accused, 11 of whom are in custody and six absconding. The plaintiff expressed dissatisfaction with the DB report, prompting the court to order the CID to conduct further investigation.