A seven-year-old boy and his mother were arrested in Chattogram on kidnapping charges, sending shockwaves through the local court and police departments. The arrest followed a complaint filed by a woman whose four-year-old son went missing from Chattogram Medical College Hospital in April. Police detained the child and his mother from the city’s Soloshahar area and presented them before court, which ordered the mother to jail and the child to a juvenile development center in Tongi.

Legal experts and rights activists quickly pointed out that under Bangladesh’s Children Act, no child under nine can be treated as an accused. Following this revelation, the prosecution sought bail for the child, which the court granted on Sunday. Chattogram Metropolitan Police officials said they are reviewing the incident and will take corrective measures if procedural errors are confirmed.

The case has reignited debate over the handling of minors in the justice system, highlighting gaps in police training and child protection protocols. Authorities are now under pressure to ensure accountability and prevent similar incidents.

A local leader of the Weavers’ League, Amzad Hossain, 35, died on Sunday afternoon after being crushed by a collapsing wall during the demolition of an old building in Tekghonapara, Rajakhali Union, Pekua upazila of Cox’s Bazar. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. while Amzad and several other workers were dismantling a brick structure at a landlord’s property.

According to witnesses, a section of the wall suddenly collapsed, trapping Amzad beneath the debris. Fellow workers and residents rescued him and rushed him to Pekua Upazila Health Complex, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. Amzad, son of the late Shofiul Alam, was a construction worker and an active member of the Rajakhali Union Weavers’ League. He leaves behind two children.

Local union council member Golam Rahman confirmed the incident, while Weavers’ League secretary Junaid expressed grief, calling it a tragic loss for the organization. Authorities are expected to review safety practices at local demolition sites following the fatal accident.

The Rajshahi Metropolitan Police (RMP) has transferred the Officers-in-Charge (OCs) of all 12 police stations under its jurisdiction through a lottery system, as part of preparations for the upcoming national parliamentary election. The order, signed by RMP Commissioner Dr. Md. Zillur Rahman on Sunday, December 7, takes immediate effect. The reshuffle affects key police stations including Boalia Model, Motihar, Rajpara, and others.

According to RMP spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Gaziur Rahman, the decision aims to strengthen law and order, ensure neutrality, and enhance operational efficiency during the election period. The use of a lottery system for assigning new OCs was intended to maintain transparency and minimize allegations of favoritism or political influence in police postings.

The reshuffle is part of a broader nationwide effort to ensure impartial policing ahead of the polls. Observers note that such administrative changes are common before major elections in Bangladesh, as authorities seek to reinforce public trust and prevent local-level bias in law enforcement.

In Chandpur’s Baburhat area, a seventy-year-old woman named Momtaz Begum moved many by donating her lifelong savings to Sheikh Farid Ahmed Manik, the BNP candidate for Chandpur-3 constituency. During a courtyard meeting in support of the opposition candidate, she handed over bundles of ten- and twenty-taka notes, requesting that the money be used for election expenses. Witnesses described the moment as deeply emotional, with many attendees visibly touched by her gesture.

Momtaz Begum said she had saved the money over many years and hoped it would help improve her community. Sheikh Farid expressed gratitude, calling the act a symbol of people’s trust and love, and pledged to remain committed to public service. Local residents and party supporters praised the woman’s sacrifice as a reflection of grassroots faith in leadership.

The story quickly spread across social media, sparking widespread discussion about citizen engagement and the emotional connection between voters and political candidates in Bangladesh’s upcoming national elections.

Dhaka Power Distribution Company (DPDC) has suspended Executive Engineer Amit Adhikari and Assistant Engineer Abdur Rahman Sohag following the death of a worker during transformer maintenance in Siddhirganj, Narayanganj. The suspension came after a preliminary investigation found negligence linked to the incident, which also left two others injured. The decision was confirmed on Sunday evening by supervising engineer Mohammad Sher Ali.

According to DPDC sources, both engineers have been withdrawn from the Siddhirganj office and attached to the company’s headquarters. Ahsanuzzaman, Executive Engineer of the Demra office, has been given additional charge of Siddhirganj. Local residents had earlier accused the Siddhirganj office of widespread irregularities and bribery under Adhikari’s leadership.

The fatal accident occurred on November 26 near a cinema hall in Adamjee when a power line was unexpectedly activated during transformer maintenance. DPDC has formed three investigation committees, but no official report has yet been released, raising concerns about workplace safety and accountability in public utilities.

The number of bank accounts in Bangladesh holding deposits of at least one crore taka has continued to rise, surpassing 128,000 as of September 2025, according to Bangladesh Bank’s latest data. This marks an increase of 734 such accounts over the previous quarter, even as the total amount of deposits in these accounts fell by over 59,000 crore taka during the same period.

Banking analysts attribute this trend to widening income inequality. While rising prices have forced lower- and middle-income families to draw down savings, wealthier individuals and large businesses have continued to accumulate assets. Central bank officials clarified that not all crore-level accounts belong to individuals; many are held by corporations and government entities, and a single entity may maintain multiple accounts.

The data also show that the total number of bank accounts in the country reached 174.6 million by September, up by 5.6 million in three months. Economists warn that the growing concentration of wealth in fewer hands could deepen economic disparities if inflationary pressures persist.

A local fisheries wing leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was killed in Jhenaidah Sadar upazila on Sunday following a violent altercation with his younger brother. The victim, Sohel Rana, 35, president of the Ganna Union unit of the Jatiyatabadi Matsyajibi Dal, was attacked with a kitchen knife by his brother Jewel, 30, during a family dispute at their home in Betai Mathpara village. Sohel succumbed to his injuries while being taken to Jhenaidah Sadar Hospital.

Police said the attack stemmed from a long-standing family conflict that escalated into a fatal confrontation. Hospital doctors confirmed that Sohel died from excessive bleeding. His body has been sent for autopsy. Law enforcement officials have launched a manhunt to arrest the suspect, who fled the scene after the incident.

The killing has shocked the local community and political circles. Authorities are investigating whether the dispute had any political dimension or was purely domestic in nature.

Gazipur Metropolitan Police and RAB-1 have solved the murder of Siddiqur Rahman, a 56-year-old storekeeper, who was stabbed to death during a mugging attempt in Tongi East on December 6. The main suspect, 30-year-old Imran, was arrested from the Mazhar slum, a known drug hotspot, the following day.

According to RAB-1 Commander Lt. Col. Ashiqur Rahman, Imran attacked Siddiqur when the victim resisted a robbery attempt on a flyover near the Bandhan Community Center. CCTV footage and forensic evidence, including a blood-stained knife and shoes left at the scene, led investigators to identify and locate the suspect. Imran reportedly fled to the slum immediately after the attack.

Authorities said Imran is now in RAB custody and legal proceedings are underway. The case highlights the growing collaboration between RAB and local police in tackling violent street crimes in Gazipur, where mugging-related incidents have raised public concern.

At least 35 people were injured on Sunday evening when two rival factions of Bangladesh’s opposition BNP clashed in Kaliakair, Gazipur. The violence erupted between supporters of Mujibur Rahman, the BNP candidate for Gazipur-1 constituency, and followers of Barrister Ishraq Ahmed Siddiqui, a local BNP leader denied nomination. The confrontation included attacks, counterattacks, and arson, with several motorcycles set on fire.

Both groups blamed each other for initiating the violence. Mujibur Rahman’s supporters alleged that Ishraq’s men ambushed them during campaign activities and torched 15–20 motorcycles. Conversely, Ishraq’s faction claimed that Mujibur’s supporters vandalized their offices and shops, injuring several activists with sharp weapons. Local BNP leaders from multiple wards were among the injured, many of whom were hospitalized.

The incident underscores growing internal tensions within the BNP ahead of the national elections. Party insiders fear that such factional violence could weaken the opposition’s campaign momentum in key constituencies like Gazipur-1. Police and local authorities have yet to confirm any arrests or security reinforcements in the area.

Leaders and activists of the AB Party in Feni staged a protest march on Sunday night condemning the alleged harassment of the party’s central general secretary, Barrister Asaduzzaman Fuad, during a foundation stone-laying ceremony for a bridge in Mirganj, Barishal. The demonstration took place on Trunk Road under the leadership of district convener Master Ahsan Ullah and member secretary Assistant Professor Fazlul Haque.

During a brief rally following the march, Shah Alam Badal, the party’s Chattogram divisional joint organizing secretary, described Fuad as one of the key figures of the 2024 political movement. He claimed that certain groups were attempting to obstruct Fuad’s ongoing development initiatives in Barishal, including infrastructure projects such as the bridge over the Arial Khan River.

Local leaders including Nazrul Islam Kamrul, Shahadat Saju, Habib Miazi, and Kazi Jahangir Alam Liton attended the protest. The party has demanded an investigation into the incident and called for accountability for those involved.

In Bogura, wholesale and retail onion prices fell sharply on Sunday, dropping by Tk 30–35 per kilogram within a single day. Traders reported heavy losses as they rushed to sell stocks following news that letters of credit (LCs) had been opened for importing Indian onions. The sudden price fall brought relief to consumers but financial strain to local sellers.

According to market data from Rajabazar and Fatehali markets, new onions that sold for Tk 100–110 per kg on Saturday dropped to Tk 65–70 on Sunday, while old onions fell from Tk 115–120 to Tk 70–80. Traders said the market had been unstable due to limited supply and a long halt in Indian imports. The LC announcement triggered expectations of increased supply, prompting panic selling.

Local trade leaders expect prices to stabilize soon, possibly reaching Tk 50 per kg. However, they warned that the timing of import approvals, just before new domestic onions enter the market, could cause significant losses for Bangladeshi traders.

The Amar Bangladesh (AB) Party has condemned an alleged attack on its General Secretary Asaduzzaman Fuad in Barishal’s Mirganj area, reportedly carried out by activists of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). Party Chairman Mojibur Rahman Monju described the incident as a blatant display of fascist mentality and demanded immediate arrest and trial of those responsible. The attack occurred after Fuad publicly commented that local individuals had demanded extortion money from a bridge contractor in Babuganj upazila.

Following the incident, the AB Party held a protest rally in Dhaka, marching from the Dhaka Reporters Unity to Paltan intersection. Monju accused BNP-linked groups of orchestrating the assault to suppress dissenting political voices. He said such violence undermines democratic practice and could further destabilize the political climate. The AB Party leadership reaffirmed their commitment to continue their movement for democracy and citizens’ rights despite intimidation.

Monju urged BNP to abandon what he termed fascist politics, warning that the public will no longer tolerate violence and extortion in national politics.

A drug dealer named Riad stabbed Assistant Sub-Inspector (ATSI) Babor Ali of the Banani Police Outpost in Bogura on Sunday evening while being detained. The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. in Rahman Nagar Jiladarpara area, when police attempted to arrest Riad for selling Tapentadol tablets, a controlled narcotic substance. The injured officer was taken to Shaheed Ziaur Rahman Medical College Hospital for treatment.

According to Inspector Farhad Hossain, in-charge of the Banani outpost, the attack happened during a planned operation following local complaints about drug sales. Riad and another suspect named Jihad managed to flee the scene after the stabbing. Police have since launched a search operation to apprehend the suspects, and a case is being prepared at the Sadar Police Station.

Authorities have intensified patrols in the area, emphasizing a zero-tolerance stance against narcotics-related crimes. The incident highlights the growing risks faced by law enforcement officers during anti-drug operations in urban neighborhoods.

Authorities in Monirampur, Jashore, exhumed the body of 65-year-old Majid Dafadar nearly two and a half months after his burial, following a court order linked to a murder case filed against his son, local union council member Sohrab Dafadar. The exhumation took place on Sunday morning in the presence of an executive magistrate and an assistant commissioner (land) for post-mortem examination.

According to police and family sources, a long-standing land dispute between father and son allegedly led to the fatal incident. Sohrab reportedly pressured his father to transfer property in his name, and when he refused, the son allegedly assaulted and confined him, leading to his death on September 15. The body was buried hastily the next morning, raising suspicion among relatives and neighbors.

Following a complaint by Majid’s son-in-law, Sattar Molya, a murder case was registered on November 11. Police have since arrested Sohrab, who remains in judicial custody as investigators await the autopsy report to determine the cause of death.

Bangladesh Under-17 cricket team clinched a convincing 78-run win against Sri Lanka in Chattogram, driven by a superb century from opener Adrit Ghosh. Batting first, Bangladesh posted 271 for six in their allotted 50 overs, with Ghosh remaining unbeaten on 103 off 138 balls. Supporting contributions came from Naeem (32), Akash (39), and Saurav (32), while Sri Lankan bowler Himaru claimed two wickets.

In reply, Sri Lanka’s youth side struggled to build momentum and managed only 193 for seven in 50 overs. Fernando top-scored with an unbeaten 78, helping reduce the margin of defeat. Bangladesh’s bowlers shared the wickets evenly, with Akash Roy, Akash, Mahinuzzaman Mahabir, Faiyaz Arib, Jarif Siam, Mohammad Iftekhar, and Rakibul Hossain each taking one wicket.

The victory gives Bangladesh a 1–0 lead in the three-match youth series. The second match is scheduled for December 9, followed by the final on December 12, both in Chattogram.