National Citizen Party (NCP) spokesperson Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan visited journalist Imran Hossain, a staff reporter of the newspaper Amar Desh, at the burn unit of Dhaka Medical College Hospital on Wednesday afternoon. He inquired about Imran’s condition and later told reporters that the journalist would need time to fully recover, expressing wishes for his good health and long life.

Imran Hossain was injured in a road accident on March 25 in the Barobari area of Gazipur after being hit by a car. He was initially treated in the orthopedic surgery department of Dhaka Medical College Hospital before being transferred to the old burn unit, where he underwent surgery. His recovery process is ongoing under medical supervision.

The visit by the NCP spokesperson highlights continuing concern for the journalist’s health following the accident and his ongoing treatment at the hospital.

A five-year-old boy named Jubayer Mia was killed after being hit by an autorickshaw in Sadullapur upazila of Gaibandha district on Wednesday afternoon. The accident occurred on the Sadullapur-Dhaperhat road in the Dhaperhat area. Jubayer, son of Afizur Rahman from Hingarpur village, was crossing the road when the autorickshaw coming from Dhaperhat towards Sadullapur struck him. He was taken to Rangpur Medical College Hospital, where he died in the evening while undergoing treatment.

Following the incident, angry locals blocked the road by setting fire to tires and placing tree trunks across it. The protest disrupted traffic in the area for some time. Police later arrived at the scene and persuaded the residents to withdraw the blockade.

Authorities said the road was cleared after police intervention, restoring normal movement in the area.

National Citizen Party (NCP) spokesperson Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan said there are still opportunities for appeal and writ petitions regarding the suspension of Monira Sharmin’s candidacy for a reserved women’s seat in parliament. He expressed hope that the issue could be resolved through proper legal procedures. Asif made the remarks on Wednesday afternoon while visiting injured journalist Imran Hossain at Dhaka Medical College Hospital.

He explained that the issue surrounding Monira Sharmin’s eligibility involves a three-year restriction related to government employment, not matters such as loan default or foreign citizenship. Asif also stated that the party maintains confidence in the Election Commission’s decision. Earlier, the Election Commission suspended Monira Sharmin’s candidacy until 12 p.m. on Thursday, April 23.

According to the Representation of the People Order (RPO), a person is ineligible to become a Member of Parliament within three years of resigning or retiring from any government or statutory body position.

Opposition Leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman expressed outrage in the Bangladesh Parliament after a ruling party member allegedly used threatening and unparliamentary language during a session. Speaking on Wednesday during the discussion on the motion of thanks to the President’s address, Rahman said the remarks had hurt the opposition and questioned whether the MP was inciting public disorder. He demanded that the comments be expunged from the parliamentary record.

The Speaker, Hafiz Uddin Ahmed, responded that the matter would be reviewed and any unparliamentary words would be removed if found. He added that certain expressions were part of Bangladesh’s political discourse and urged members not to interrupt while others were speaking. The incident occurred during a session where BNP MP Abdul Wadud Bhuiyan had sharply criticized the opposition while participating in the debate.

The Speaker’s assurance to examine the language suggests that a procedural review may follow to determine whether the remarks violated parliamentary norms.

Shyamal Baran Das has joined as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Upay, a leading mobile financial service (MFS) provider in Bangladesh. The announcement was made on April 22, 2026. Das brings over 25 years of experience in digital banking and financial services, with a career focused on expanding access to modern financial solutions across the country.

Before joining Upay, he held senior positions at several major financial institutions, including Additional Managing Director at Nagad, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Information Officer at Meghna Bank, Chief Digital Officer at BRAC Bank, and CEO of BRAC IT Services Limited. He has been recognized for his success in developing digital platforms and building skilled teams in the financial technology sector.

The Board of Directors of UCB Fintech Company Limited, which operates Upay, welcomed Das to the leadership team. The board expressed confidence that under his leadership, Upay will reach new heights and deliver more advanced and modern services to its customers in the coming days.

A waste-to-energy project at the Aminbazar landfill in Savar is set to begin operations soon, with formal work scheduled to start on July 1. The announcement came from State Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Sheikh Faridul Islam following an inter-ministerial meeting. He expressed optimism that the initiative would help reduce the foul odor from waste and improve local living conditions.

During a visit to the Aminbazar landfill, the minister explained that the project had been delayed due to earlier complications. With the new government in place, he said all necessary processing would be completed soon to launch the project. He also mentioned discussions with Dhaka North City Corporation regarding waste dumping practices at the site.

The minister noted that thousands of tons of waste have been affecting the local environment but expressed hope that electricity generation from waste would ease public suffering once the project becomes operational.

A mobile court in Narsingdi conducted an operation to disconnect illegal gas connections in the Ghorashal area on Wednesday afternoon. The drive took place in Miyapara, Tekpara, and Kutirpara villages under Ghorashal municipality. The operation was led by Assistant Commissioner and Executive Magistrate Nepal Kanti Dev of the district administration.

During the operation, illegal gas stoves and connections in several houses were disconnected. Nine families were fined a total of 214,000 taka for unauthorized gas use. More than one hundred illegal gas connections were removed in the process.

Officials from Titas Gas, including Engineer Ahmad Ullah, Engineer Abdullah Al Mamun, and Engineer S M Fazlul Haque, along with members of law enforcement agencies, were present during the operation.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has requested members of parliament not to address him as 'His Excellency' during parliamentary sessions. The request came on Wednesday, April 22, during the question-and-answer session of the National Parliament, when Moulvibazar-2 MP Md. Shawkatul Islam used the term while addressing him. The Prime Minister politely asked that the phrase not be used again in future addresses. His remark was met with table-thumping approval from other MPs present in the chamber.

Earlier, MP Shawkatul Islam, representing the BNP, had begun his question by apologizing for his voice condition and expressing his honor in being able to directly question the Prime Minister. He then inquired about the government’s initiatives concerning public health. The exchange took place in a formal parliamentary setting, reflecting the Prime Minister’s emphasis on modest and respectful communication norms.

The session also included discussions on other national matters, including energy problem-solving committees and reports on education sector corruption, though these were separate from the Prime Minister’s request.

In Chattogram, the weekly public hearing led by Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Zahidul Islam Miah has evolved into a trusted platform for citizens seeking assistance. Held every Wednesday, the event allows residents from across the district to present grievances and requests directly to the DC, who often provides immediate financial or material support. During the latest session, 74 applicants were heard, with nine ill individuals and one student receiving cash aid, while 48 impoverished men and women were given relief packages containing essential food items.

The hearing featured several cases of vulnerable individuals, including single mothers, patients with chronic illnesses, and families in financial distress. The DC personally responded to each case, offering direct help and instructing officials for prompt action. Applicants expressed satisfaction with the compassionate and responsive approach, saying it has built public confidence in the administration.

According to district officials, the initiative has grown beyond a routine administrative process into a humanitarian effort that reflects the district administration’s commitment to citizen welfare and responsive governance.

A protest march and rally were held in Dhaka on Wednesday afternoon by the Dhaka South unit of Islami Chhatra Shibir. The demonstration was organized to protest attacks on teachers, students, and Shibir activists at Chittagong Government City College, to demand justice for the killing of Tejgaon College student Sakibul Hasan Rana, and to denounce ongoing acts of violence across the country. The procession began at Dainik Bangla intersection and concluded with a brief rally at the National Press Club.

The event was led by Dhaka South unit president Hafez Delwar Hossain, with central office secretary Azizur Rahman Azad attending as chief guest. Other central leaders, including literary secretary Saidul Islam, publication secretary Amirul Islam, and JOCSU vice president Riazul Islam, were also present. In his speech, Azad condemned the recent attack on students and teachers in Chittagong, alleging involvement of Chhatra Dal activists, and demanded punishment for those responsible and government support for the injured.

Azad also referenced the earlier killing of Tejgaon College student Sakibul Hasan Rana, calling for immediate justice. He criticized both Chhatra Dal and BNP for alleged attempts to rehabilitate banned political groups before elections.

A student from Chakrampur High School in Khansama upazila of Dinajpur was unable to take the SSC examination due to alleged negligence by the head teacher. The student, Naim Islam, had completed the form fill-up process but did not receive his admit card, which prevented him from sitting for the exam. According to the complaint, head teacher Shariful Islam Lipu collected 3,000 taka from Naim for form fill-up and center fees but failed to complete the registration.

Naim stated that he discovered the issue two days before the exam when he visited the school and learned that his admit card had not arrived, shattering his hopes of participating in the SSC examination. In response, head teacher Shariful Islam Lipu said he did not recall taking the money but later returned it to the student’s family after learning of the matter.

Khansama Upazila Nirbahi Officer Kamruzzaman Sarkar said that if the head teacher had contacted him earlier, some action might have been possible. He added that an investigation will be conducted and necessary measures will be taken.

A protest meeting organized by Bangladesh Political Thinker (BPT) was held on Wednesday at the National Press Club in Dhaka, demanding an end to the harassment of citizens under the controversial Digital Security Act. The event was chaired by BPT coordinator Engineer Md. Nur Nabi and attended by several speakers including Jamal Uddin, Rayhan Chowdhury, and Zafar Ahmed.

In his address, Nur Nabi stated that six citizens had been arrested in the past month for posting or sharing content critical of the government on social media, describing the arrests as a sign of attempts to suppress free expression. He accused the authorities of using law enforcement to detain critics under Section 54 and of fostering a culture of fear by allowing attacks on dissenters’ homes and offices. The speakers urged the government to immediately stop such actions and protect citizens’ freedom of speech.

The meeting was also attended by July Movement activist Arif Billah and former student leader Morshed Alam, among others.

Turkey’s Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University will host ten visiting scholars from Comilla University under a visiting scholar program announced on April 22, 2026. The opportunity is open to faculty members and PhD-level students, with applications managed through Comilla University’s International Relations Office and IQAC. The announcement was made during a seminar attended by senior university officials and representatives from the Turkish university.

According to the International Relations Office, the application deadline is April 25, though it may be extended. The program duration ranges from seven days to two months, during which participants will receive accommodation and meals from the host university while engaging in academic activities. The initiative marks the first tangible outcome of Comilla University’s recent efforts to establish international academic collaborations.

University authorities described the program as a milestone that could open new opportunities for global engagement. Efforts are also underway to expand academic cooperation with other countries, including China, to strengthen Comilla University’s national and international standing.

Islami Chhatra Shibir organized a protest march and rally in Sylhet on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, condemning an alleged attack by Chhatra Dal in Chattogram, nationwide acts of violence, and recent increases in fuel and gas prices. The march began at Court Point and concluded with a rally in front of the Sylhet Central Shaheed Minar.

During the rally, Shibir’s central executive member and Sylhet city president Shahidul Islam Saju accused the ruling party of misusing power and ignoring the contributions of students in the July uprising. He claimed that within 50 days of assuming power, the government had failed to control killings, terrorism, and price hikes. Saju also criticized restrictions on freedom of speech and alleged manipulation of commodity prices through illegal syndicates.

The event was conducted by Sylhet city secretary Abu Taher Md. Fahim, with additional speeches from Shibir leaders representing Shahjalal University of Science and Technology and Sylhet district units.

Saiful Haque, General Secretary of the Revolutionary Workers Party of Bangladesh, stated that if the government can reduce theft, corruption, mismanagement, and system loss in the energy sector by ten percent, there would be no need to increase fuel prices. He made the remarks in a statement sent to the media on Wednesday, urging the government to withdraw its decision to raise fuel prices.

Haque expressed concern over severe load-shedding in rural areas, warning that it could seriously harm agricultural production, particularly boro rice cultivation. He said the ongoing crisis in the energy sector is responsible for the situation and called for coordinated government action to address it. He also noted that despite the fuel price hike, farmers and ordinary citizens are still struggling to access adequate fuel supplies.

Highlighting a severe diesel shortage, Haque said irrigation work has been disrupted in most districts, with thousands of hectares of boro crops drying out. He urged the government to immediately increase diesel supply for irrigation and take more active steps to import diesel.