The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has increased the retail price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for February. The price of a 12-kilogram LPG cylinder has been raised by 50 taka to 1,356 taka. The new rate will take effect from 6 p.m. on Monday. Alongside, the price of autogas has also been increased by 2.34 taka per liter, setting the new consumer price at 62.14 taka per liter including VAT.

According to BERC Chairman Jalal Ahmed, the February adjustment follows the previous revision on January 4, when the price of a 12-kilogram LPG cylinder was raised by 53 taka to 1,306 taka. Similarly, autogas prices were last adjusted on January 4, when the rate was increased by 2.48 taka per liter to 59.80 taka per liter including VAT.

The latest price adjustment reflects BERC’s monthly review process for LPG and autogas rates, which are periodically revised based on market conditions and other regulatory considerations.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed deep concern after 40 accused, including the prime suspect, were granted anticipatory bail in the murder case of Maulana Rezaul Karim, secretary of Jamaat’s Sreebardi upazila unit in Sherpur. The party’s Secretary General, Mia Golam Porwar, issued a statement to the media on Monday voicing the concern.

In the statement, Porwar said that Rezaul Karim was brutally beaten to death during a planned attack at a public event related to an election manifesto announcement. He described the killing as a national tragedy and questioned the granting of bail before justice was served, saying it undermined public confidence in the justice system and raised questions about citizens’ safety.

Porwar warned that such a decision in a clear and high-profile murder case could embolden criminals and encourage future political violence. He demanded the immediate arrest of the accused and called for a fair, impartial, and speedy trial, urging the higher court to take necessary steps to ensure justice.

BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman is scheduled to visit Khulna and Jashore today, Monday, to attend election rallies. He will first address party workers and supporters at a rally at Khulna’s Probati School ground at 11 a.m., where he is expected to outline plans for the overall development and economic revival of the southern region. Later in the day, he will speak at another rally at Jashore’s Upashahar College ground.

At a press briefing in Khulna on Sunday, BNP Executive Committee member and Khulna-3 candidate Rakibul Islam Bakul said preparations for the Khulna rally, including stage setup, security, and crowd management, were nearly complete. He noted that enthusiasm among party members across the southwest region was high, and large crowds were expected from nearby districts. Several BNP leaders, including Azizul Bari Helal, Nazrul Islam Manju, and SM Monirul Hasan Bappi, were present at the briefing.

In Jashore, Acting Organizing Secretary and Jashore-3 candidate Anindya Islam Amit told reporters that Tarique Rahman would arrive by helicopter around 1:30 p.m. before addressing the rally. Senior BNP leaders, including Vice Chairperson Nargis Begum, were also present at the local press conference.

Bangladesh maintained their winning form in the ongoing SAFF Under-19 Women's Championship in Nepal by defeating India 2-0 in their second match on February 2, 2026. Arpita Biswas and Alpi Akter scored one goal each in the first half, securing victory for Bangladesh at Pokhara Stadium. With this win, Bangladesh now lead the points table with six points from two consecutive victories, while India remain second with three points. Bangladesh will face Nepal next on February 4.

Earlier, Bangladesh had opened the tournament with a dominant 12-0 win over Bhutan. The competition is being played in a round-robin format, with the top two teams advancing to the final scheduled for February. Despite ongoing tensions between Bangladesh and India in cricket, the two nations’ youth women’s football teams met in a sporting spirit, exchanging handshakes before kickoff.

Bangladesh’s consistent performance has strengthened their position as a strong contender for the final, with their attacking play proving decisive in both matches.

The High Court has granted anticipatory bail to BNP candidate Mahmudul Haque Rubel and 39 others accused in the murder case of Jamaat leader Rezaul Karim in Jhenaigati upazila of Sherpur. The order was issued on Monday, February 2, by a bench comprising Justice Kamrul Hossain Molla and Justice Faisal Hasan Arif.

The case stems from a violent clash on January 28 during an election manifesto announcement event organized by the Jhenaigati upazila administration. The altercation reportedly began over seating arrangements between activists of Jamaat-e-Islami and the BNP. Rezaul Karim, secretary of Jamaat’s Sreebardi upazila unit, was critically injured and later died on the way to Mymensingh Medical College Hospital.

Following the incident, Rezaul Karim’s wife, Marzia, filed a case with Jhenaigati Police Station naming 234 individuals and 400–500 unidentified persons. Mahmudul Haque, the BNP candidate for Sherpur-3 constituency, was listed as the prime accused. The accused sought bail from the High Court on February 1 before the court granted it the next day.

Islami Chhatra Shibir’s central publication secretary and Dhaka University Central Students’ Union vice president Sadiq Kayem said Jamaat-e-Islami would implement a zero-tolerance policy to eliminate extortion if it came to power. Speaking at an election campaign rally in Shyampur, Dhaka-4, on Sunday night, he stated that there was no place for corruption or extortionists in Bangladesh under Jamaat’s leadership.

Kayem urged voters to use their conscience and vote for the balance scale symbol, representing Jamaat-e-Islami, describing the party as one of justice. He highlighted the humanitarian activities of Jamaat Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman during floods, earthquakes, and the COVID-19 pandemic, asserting that under his leadership Bangladesh would not lose its way.

At the same event, Syed Zainul Abedin, the 11-party alliance-backed candidate for Dhaka-4, identified gas shortages, poor transport, drainage, and waterlogging as key local issues. He blamed the lack of honest leadership for these problems and called on voters to support Jamaat on February 12 to transform the neglected constituency into a modern urban area.

A Feni court has accepted the charge sheet in the murder case of college student Wakil Ahmed Shihab, who was killed during the July uprising in Mohipal. On Sunday, February 1, Senior Judicial Magistrate Mohammad Hasan issued arrest warrants against 157 fugitive accused, including former MPs Alauddin Ahmed Chowdhury Nasim, Nizam Uddin Hazari, and Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Masud Uddin Chowdhury. The case was filed by Shihab’s mother, Mahfuza Akter, following his death on August 4, 2024, during an anti-discrimination protest.

According to investigators, the charge sheet submitted on December 8, 2024, named 219 individuals, including 148 listed in the initial complaint and 71 identified during investigation. So far, 62 suspects have been arrested, and two have confessed under Section 164 to participating in the shooting. Three individuals were dropped from the charge sheet due to lack of evidence or identification issues.

Court police inspector Saiful Islam confirmed that one accused is a minor and will be tried in juvenile court. The next hearing is scheduled for February 10.

BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman, speaking at an election rally in Khulna’s Probati School field on Monday, sharply criticized a political party for making anti-women statements before the upcoming general election on February 12. He said those who disrespect women, rely on falsehoods, and deprive citizens of voting rights cannot be patriotic or people-oriented. Rahman emphasized that with half of Bangladesh’s 200 million population being women, national progress is impossible without their inclusion.

He recalled former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia’s initiatives for women’s education and empowerment, and condemned a rival party leader’s derogatory remarks toward working women. Rahman accused that party of lying about its social media account being hacked after public backlash. He also pledged that if BNP forms the next government, every family will receive a “Family Card” to support women’s self-reliance, and the Khulna region will be revived as an industrial hub.

Rahman further promised IT parks for youth, agricultural cards for farmers, and loan waivers up to Tk 10,000, asserting that women’s empowerment, employment, education, and healthcare are essential for building the Bangladesh people expect.

A court on Monday sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 10 years in prison in a corruption case involving the allocation of plots in the Purbachal housing project. The same verdict handed four years to her niece, British MP Tulip Siddiq, and seven years to her nephew, Radwan Mujib Siddiq Bobby. The case was filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and included a total of 18 defendants.

According to the charges, Sheikh Hasina and her family allegedly abused their power while she held the highest office in government. Despite being ineligible, they were accused of obtaining 10-katha plots each in Sector 27 of the Purbachal housing project. Other defendants include several officials from the Ministry of Housing and Public Works and Rajuk, as well as former state minister Sharif Ahmed.

The court’s decision marks a significant development in the ACC’s ongoing efforts to address alleged misuse of authority in government housing allocations.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman stated that he seeks victory not for his party but for all 180 million people of Bangladesh. Speaking as the chief guest at an election rally in Cox’s Bazar on Monday afternoon, he said that if everyone wins, he too will share in that success. Rahman added that if his party wins, residents of Kutubdia would have a minister, urging the audience to decide whether they want an MP or a minister.

In his speech, Rahman called on young people to prepare themselves, saying that the future of Bangladesh would be handed over to them. He warned that those who oppose the “yes” side aim to reestablish fascism. He also pledged that if Jamaat came to power, it would recover money looted and smuggled abroad by corrupt individuals.

The remarks were made during Jamaat’s election campaign in Cox’s Bazar, emphasizing national unity and youth participation in shaping the country’s political future.

A court on Monday sentenced British MP Tulip Siddiq to two years in prison and fined her 100,000 taka in a plot corruption case. The verdict was delivered in a case filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) over alleged irregularities in the allocation of plots in the Purbachal housing project. The case also involves former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her nephew Radwan Mujib Siddiq Bobby, and several government officials.

According to the case documents, Sheikh Hasina and her family allegedly abused their power while in office to obtain 10-katha plots each in Sector 27 of the Purbachal project despite being ineligible. A total of 18 individuals were charged, including senior officials from the Ministry of Housing and Public Works and the Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha (RAJUK).

The ruling marks a significant development in the long-running corruption investigation involving high-profile political figures and senior bureaucrats. Further legal proceedings for the other accused are expected to continue following the court’s decision.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman called on young people to prepare to take charge of Bangladesh’s future. He made the remarks on Monday afternoon during an election rally in Cox’s Bazar, where he served as the chief guest. Addressing supporters, he said those who oppose the movement for change aim to reestablish fascism. He also pledged that if Jamaat came to power, the party would recover money allegedly looted and sent abroad.

Dr. Rahman emphasized that his goal was not only Jamaat’s victory but the victory of all 180 million people of Bangladesh. He stated that if everyone wins, he too would share in that success. He further promised that if Jamaat wins, residents of Kutubdia would have a minister representing them, urging the audience to decide whether they wanted an MP or a minister.

The rally highlighted Jamaat’s attempt to mobilize youth and present itself as a force for national change ahead of upcoming elections.

Severe cracks have appeared in the pillars and beams of the Debidwar Upazila Health Complex in Cumilla, creating a dangerous situation for patients and staff. Plaster from the walls and ceiling has been falling off in several wards, including the children’s ward, raising fears of a major accident at any time.

On-site observations revealed a large crack in a key pillar on the southern side of the building. Nurse Nasrin Akter, responsible for the children’s ward, said parts of the ceiling had fallen multiple times, causing panic among staff, patients, and their families. Visitors expressed anger that no effective action had been taken despite the visible danger, urging immediate structural inspection and repair.

Upazila Health and Family Planning Officer Dr. Mohibul Hasan stated that the issue had been reported to higher authorities, who are conducting technical assessments and preparing for necessary repairs.

A writ petition has been filed in the High Court challenging the eligibility of Dr. M A Kayum, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) candidate for the Dhaka-11 constituency, on allegations of concealing foreign citizenship information. The petition was submitted on Monday by Nahid Islam, the Eleven-Party Alliance candidate and convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP), in the relevant branch of the High Court.

The writ seeks suspension of Dr. Kayum’s candidacy, alleging fraud related to his foreign citizenship status. Earlier, the Election Commission had declared valid the nomination papers of both Nahid Islam and Dr. M A Kayum, who also serves as the BNP’s microcredit affairs secretary. The petition directly challenges that decision, calling for judicial review of the commission’s approval.

The High Court’s decision on the writ could affect the electoral process in Dhaka-11, depending on whether the court upholds or suspends Dr. Kayum’s candidacy.

A major controversy has erupted across Bangladesh after an alleged post from Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman’s verified X (formerly Twitter) account made disparaging remarks about working women. The post quickly went viral, prompting widespread criticism on social media and strong condemnation from political rivals, including the BNP, whose student wing staged protest marches accusing Jamaat of misogyny.

Jamaat-e-Islami has denied responsibility, claiming the Ameer’s account was hacked as part of a political conspiracy to tarnish his image. The party said a government official’s email from Bangabhaban was used in the hack and that its IT team regained control of the account within hours. Jamaat filed a general diary with police, informed the Election Commission and Cyber Tribunal, and held a press conference detailing the incident. Dr. Rahman later apologized to anyone hurt by the false post but insisted it was the work of hackers.

BNP leaders questioned the credibility of the hacking claim, noting the delay in reporting and suggesting the explanation was unconvincing. The issue has fueled heated debate ahead of the national election.