Government Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum visited Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) on Friday afternoon to assess the condition of those injured in the recent earthquake that struck across Bangladesh. Arriving at the hospital’s emergency department around 1:45 p.m., she spoke with patients receiving treatment and inquired about their progress. During her visit, she also met an injured student from Dhaka University and expressed condolences to the family of a child killed in Narsingdi, assuring them of government support. According to hospital authorities, the earthquake has so far left 39 people injured, with two admitted for treatment and one child confirmed dead. Nurjahan Begum emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring prompt medical care and necessary assistance for all victims. Hospital officials briefed her on the ongoing treatment efforts and the overall condition of the patients.

A 10-year-old boy named Omar was killed and his father, Uzzal, critically injured when a wall of their rented home in Gabtoli, Narsingdi, collapsed during an earthquake on Friday morning, November 21. Both were initially rescued and taken to a local hospital before being transferred to Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) due to their critical condition. Doctors at DMCH declared Omar dead upon arrival, while his father was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU). According to Omar’s uncle, the father and son were inside their home when the wall suddenly gave way, trapping them underneath. Omar was a student at a madrasa’s Hifz section, and his father worked as an office assistant at the National Housing Authority. The family, originally from Pakundia in Kishoreganj, had been living in a rented house in Narsingdi. Police confirmed that Omar’s body is being kept at the DMCH morgue while his father remains under treatment.

At least 18 people, including students and children, were injured after an earthquake struck various parts of Dhaka on Friday morning. The tremor was felt around 10:45 a.m., causing panic in several neighborhoods. By noon, the injured were rescued from different locations and taken to the emergency department of Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) for treatment. Hospital authorities confirmed that all victims are currently under medical care. The injured include men, women, and children aged between 6 and 60. Police officials at the DMCH camp verified the incident and stated that no fatalities had been reported from the capital as of yet. The earthquake was also felt in other districts, where reports indicate at least seven deaths. Authorities are assessing the extent of damage and monitoring aftershock risks while urging residents to remain cautious and follow safety guidelines.

The chiefs of Bangladesh’s Army, Navy, and Air Force paid a courtesy call on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Friday ahead of the upcoming Armed Forces Day 2025. According to Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam Azad Majumder, the meeting took place in the Armed Forces Division at Dhaka Cantonment. Army Chief General Waker‑Uz‑Zaman, Navy Chief Admiral M Nazmul Hassan, and Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan attended the meeting. Before the discussions, Professor Yunus paid tribute to the martyred heroes of the 1971 Liberation War by placing a floral wreath at the Shikha Anirban memorial. The meeting highlighted respect for the nation’s armed forces and their historical contributions, marking the lead-up to the annual celebration honoring Bangladesh’s military services.

A powerful earthquake caused widespread power outages across Bangladesh, including in Dhaka, after several power plants were forced to shut down or reduce production. The Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) confirmed that the Bibiyana-2 (Summit) 341 MW, Ashuganj 55 MW, and Ashuganj 50 MW plants were completely shut during the quake. Additionally, a 600 MW unit of SS Power went offline, while Bibiyana-3, Ashuganj 225 MW, and Sirajganj 225 MW plants reduced output. BPDB officials also reported disruptions at the Ghorashal AIS grid substation due to fire, broken insulators, and other technical issues, which led to further disconnections in several regions. The BPDB stated that restoration efforts are underway to normalize power supply as quickly as possible, though some areas remain without electricity.

The northern district of Panchagarh is experiencing an increasing chill as winter sets in earlier than usual. On Friday, November 21, the Tetulia Weather Observatory recorded a temperature of 14.9°C at 6 a.m., with humidity at 98%, making the cold feel more intense. Although dense fog was absent, the early morning hours in Tetulia, Debiganj, Boda, Atwari, and Panchagarh Sadar saw a noticeable drop in temperature. The weather office reported that for the past week, the district’s minimum temperature has hovered around 14°C, with Thursday’s 13.9°C being the lowest in the country. Meteorologist Jitendranath Roy from Tetulia Weather Station said temperatures are expected to fall further next week, and by early December, winter will firmly settle across northern Bangladesh.

The United Nations has voiced deep concern over the ongoing exploitation and fraudulent recruitment of Bangladeshi migrant workers in Malaysia. In a statement issued from Geneva on November 21, UN human rights experts said that thousands of workers recruited through Bangladesh Overseas Employment and Services (BOESL) have paid more than five times the official recruitment fees, only to find themselves trapped or at risk of severe exploitation. The experts highlighted reports of employers confiscating workers’ passports, providing false job promises, and serious inconsistencies between contracts and actual employment conditions. They also noted the unauthorized disclosure of workers’ personal data and the lack of assistance from responsible government agencies. The UN urged both Bangladesh and Malaysia to take immediate action, including ensuring pre-departure training on workers’ rights, establishing effective complaint mechanisms, and holding fraudulent recruiters accountable.

A man named Md. Moktar Hossain, 40, who was arrested in connection with the murder of Jubo Dal leader Golam Kibria, has died while in the custody of the Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP). Kibria, 47, the member secretary of Pallabi Thana Jubo Dal, was shot dead by masked assailants at a shop in Mirpur-12 on Monday evening. Following the murder, the case was transferred to the DB for further investigation. On Thursday, police arrested three suspects—Nazrul, Masum, and Zaman—from various locations in Shariatpur. They reportedly confessed to their involvement and claimed that the murder weapon was with Moktar. Acting on their information, DB officers detained Moktar from a garage in Pallabi around 6 p.m. the same day. According to reports, an angry crowd physically assaulted him during the arrest. The DMP confirmed Moktar’s death on Friday and announced the formation of a three-member committee to investigate the incident.

Following a 5.7-magnitude earthquake that shook Bangladesh on Friday, BUET civil engineering professor Mehedi Ahmed Ansary has urged immediate inspection of Dhaka’s 2.1 million buildings, calling the tremor a possible foreshock of a larger seismic event. The quake, centered in Narsingdi’s Madhabdi area, caused panic, structural cracks, and six reported deaths in Dhaka, Narayanganj, and Narsingdi. Ansary warned that a stronger earthquake could devastate up to 35% of Dhaka’s structures and cause hundreds of thousands of casualties. He proposed that RAJUK certify buildings based on compliance with construction codes without requiring government expenditure. The professor recommended a color-coded classification system—similar to those used in the US, India, and Japan—to identify and repair vulnerable buildings. Citing the 2013 Rana Plaza collapse as a reminder of potential disaster, he emphasized that proactive inspection and certification could significantly reduce future risks.

Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has expressed deep sorrow and condolences following the deaths and injuries caused by a 5.7-magnitude earthquake that struck various parts of the country, including Dhaka, on Friday morning. In a condolence message, he prayed for the departed souls and conveyed sympathy to the bereaved families. At least five people, including a child, have been confirmed dead, while nearly a hundred others were injured in incidents related to the quake in Dhaka, Gazipur, Narsingdi, and other areas. Dr. Yunus wished the injured a speedy recovery and instructed all relevant departments to intensify rescue and relief operations in the affected regions. He assured that the government is closely monitoring the situation and collecting detailed reports on the damage. The earthquake’s epicenter was located in Madhabdi, Narsingdi. Dr. Yunus expressed confidence that the people of Bangladesh would face this disaster with patience and courage.

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and damage caused by a recent earthquake that struck across Bangladesh on Friday, November 21. In a message posted on his verified Facebook page, he offered prayers for the victims and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. Fakhrul urged everyone to remain alert and follow safety measures during earthquakes. He shared detailed safety guidelines, including taking cover under sturdy furniture, avoiding windows and heavy objects, not using elevators, and staying away from gas and fire sources. For those outdoors, he advised keeping distance from buildings, trees, and power lines, while drivers were told to stop safely away from structures. He also emphasized checking gas, water, and electrical lines after tremors and preparing for aftershocks. His message combined condolences with practical safety advice for citizens.

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday morning, shaking Dhaka and several other regions for a few seconds. Experts have reiterated that Bangladesh lies in a highly earthquake-prone zone because it sits at the junction of three major tectonic plates — the Indian, Eurasian, and Myanmar plates. The continuous movement of these plates builds up stress along fault lines such as the Dauki, Bogura, and Tripura fault zones, which can release energy suddenly, causing earthquakes. Bangladesh’s soft deltaic soil and unplanned urbanization, particularly in Dhaka and Chattogram, further increase the risk of severe damage during strong tremors. Geologists note that the northeastern region of the country is especially vulnerable. The recent quake has renewed public concern and prompted calls for stricter building codes and preparedness measures to mitigate potential disaster impacts in this geologically unstable region.

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Narsingdi district in Bangladesh on Friday morning, killing two people, including a child, and injuring more than a hundred others. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the quake originated near Madhabdi in Narsingdi Sadar upazila at around 10:40 a.m. The deceased were identified as 70-year-old Kazem Ali Bhuiya from Malita village in Palash upazila and eight-year-old Omar Faruk from Narsingdi Sadar. Both succumbed to their injuries after being transferred to Dhaka for advanced treatment. Local hospitals admitted at least 70 injured individuals, with 57 at Narsingdi Sadar Hospital and 13 at the district hospital. The tremor caused panic among residents, leading to structural damage, including a collapsed roof at a construction site and cracks in several buildings. Authorities reported damage to the Ghorashal Thermal Power Plant and an old railway bridge over the Shitalakkhya River. Police and health officials are overseeing rescue and treatment efforts.

BNP Standing Committee member Dr. A Z M Zahid Hossain has accused the ousted Awami League of resuming its old tactics of arson and violence in Bangladesh. Speaking at a discussion organized by the Jatiyatabadi Matsyajibi Dal at the National Press Club in Dhaka, he alleged that the former ruling party, now in exile, is conspiring to destabilize the country and undermine its sovereignty. Zahid urged BNP supporters and the public to remain united, warning that internal divisions would benefit what he called a fallen autocratic regime. He also recalled past incidents of political violence in the mid-1990s, blaming the Awami League for deadly arson attacks. Additionally, Zahid commented on a recent earthquake, expressing concern for those affected and calling for urgent national preparedness measures. His remarks come amid heightened political tensions and legal developments that have reignited partisan confrontations across the country.

Two unexploded crude bombs, locally known as cocktails, were recovered from the Dhaka metro rail track near Kazipara station on Friday morning. The Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit’s bomb disposal team responded promptly after being alerted around 11:30 a.m. in the Kafrul police area. According to the bomb disposal report, the explosives had been thrown onto the track but failed to detonate. The team conducted a risk assessment before safely removing the devices from the metro line. The recovered cocktails were later defused at a secure location. All collected evidence from the site has been handed over to Kafrul Police for further legal action. Authorities have not yet identified any suspects or motives behind the incident, and an investigation is underway to determine how the explosives were placed near the metro infrastructure.