Police in Muradnagar upazila of Cumilla have arrested two men accused of operating a lime factory using illegal gas connections. The arrests were made on Thursday night in the Kulubari area of Nabipur Paschim Union. According to the case, the illegal use of gas from a government line caused a financial loss of about Tk 16.1 million to the state.

The case was filed on June 16 by Kazi Abu Obayed, manager of the Debidwar branch of Bakhrabad Gas Distribution Company Limited (BGDCL). Investigators found that for six months, the factory had been drawing gas illegally from a two-inch BGDCL distribution line along the Kulubari-Nabinagar road. During the raid, officials seized four high-pressure hoses, four burner valves, and two service tees used in the illegal setup, and permanently disconnected the unauthorized line.

Muradnagar police said the two accused, Momen Mia of Debidwar and Md. Billal of Muradnagar, were sent to jail on Friday following their arrest under the BGDCL case.

A Bangladeshi youth named Dipzol Ahmad, aged 25, has remained missing for three days after reportedly entering India through the Uttarkul border in Zakiganj upazila of Sylhet. Despite a two-and-a-half-hour flag meeting between the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and India’s Border Security Force (BSF) on Thursday, the BSF could not provide any information about his whereabouts. Local tension rose in the border area following the incident but later subsided after assurances from local representatives and the administration.

According to local sources, Dipzol and several others crossed into India on Monday night. While others managed to return after being chased by BSF members, Dipzol went missing. His companions claimed he was shot dead by the BSF, an allegation the BSF denied. Earlier, locals detained an Indian citizen in protest, who was later handed back to the BSF through BGB.

BGB officials stated that multiple meetings have been held with the BSF, which denied any shooting or knowledge of the disappearance. Local authorities plan to visit the site on Friday to assess the situation.

Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milon announced that digital cheating has been incorporated into the Public Examination Act in Bangladesh. The amendment introduces penalties of up to five years in prison and fines for hacking or illegally altering examination results or merit lists. He made the announcement on Friday, June 19, at a Leaders Training Seminar organized by Rotary Bangladesh at the Krishibid Institution auditorium.

The minister emphasized that students should be developed to lead globally and that the current government is shaping the education system accordingly. He also stated that the government is prioritizing technical and vocational education to reduce unemployment, making technical education compulsory from grade six.

The new provision aims to strengthen the integrity of public examinations and ensure accountability in the digital era, aligning with broader educational reforms highlighted by the minister.

Bangladesh opted to field first in the second T20 match against Australia in Chattogram on Friday, June 19, 2026. The decision came after Australia won the toss and chose to bat. Following a disappointing loss in the first match, Bangladesh must win this game to stay alive in the series. The team, led by Towhid Hridoy, faces a crucial challenge to level the series.

In the opening match, Bangladesh underperformed in both batting and bowling, failing to meet expectations. The second match therefore carries added pressure for the home side to recover and demonstrate improvement across departments. The playing XI includes Saif Hasan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Soumya Sarkar, Parvez Hossain (wicketkeeper), Towhid Hridoy (captain), Shamim Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Abdul Gaffar, Rishad Hossain, Nahid Rana, and Mustafizur Rahman.

A victory in this match would keep Bangladesh’s hopes alive in the T20 series against Australia, while another defeat would confirm a series loss.

Abdul Kuddus, a 50-year-old vegetable vendor, was stabbed to death late Thursday night in Jurain Nabarun Goli under Kadamtali Police Station in Dhaka. The attack occurred around 10:30 p.m., reportedly after Kuddus protested against the drug trade allegedly run by local dealers Monir and Firoz. He was taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital around 11:45 p.m., where doctors declared him dead.

According to his mother, Ranu Begum, Kuddus was chatting with friends at a tea stall when several young men attacked him and fled. She said the assailants were known to Kuddus and had argued with him about a week earlier. The landlord, Kamal Shikder, also confirmed a recent dispute between Kuddus and the alleged drug dealers.

Sub-Inspector Sohel Rana of Kadamtali Police Station stated that the body was sent for autopsy and that the case is under investigation. Preliminary findings suggest the murder may have stemmed from an earlier conflict related to drug issues.

A supervisor named Alamgir Hossain, aged 48, was killed early Friday when a Shyamoli N.R. Travels passenger bus collided with a Souhardya Paribahan bus on the Dhaka–Chattogram Highway at Harisardar area in Chauddagram, Cumilla. The incident was confirmed by Md. Ruhul Amin, officer-in-charge of Miyabazar Highway Police Station.

According to police, the Souhardya bus, traveling from Chattogram to Dhaka, attempted to stop on the left side of the highway without using any signal. The Shyamoli bus following behind then hit it from the rear, causing damage to both vehicles. Alamgir Hossain, the supervisor of the Shyamoli bus, sustained serious injuries and was taken to Chauddagram Upazila Health Complex, where doctors declared him dead.

Police said both buses involved in the accident have been recovered and kept at the station, and traffic movement on the highway has returned to normal.

Supreme Court lawyer Advocate Chaitali Chakraborty has warned that a separate province could be established for Hindus in Bangladesh if communal tensions continue to rise. In an interview published on Friday by a private media outlet, she said that if the situation worsens, appeals for international support might be made to form a distinct province for the Sanatan community, though she emphasized that such a move is not desired.

Chakraborty stated that Hindus, Muslims, Christians, and Buddhists have historically lived together in harmony and expressed a wish to maintain that unity. She urged people not to engage in actions that could provoke communal violence, warning that such unrest would harm everyone. Her remarks come amid broader discussions about religious coexistence and social stability in Bangladesh.

The statement has drawn attention to concerns about interfaith relations and the potential consequences of rising communal tensions within the country.

Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Police (DB) have arrested four individuals, including Jhalakathi District Jubo League convener Rezaul Karim Zakir, in connection with a murder case filed at Dhaka’s New Market Police Station. The arrests took place on Thursday afternoon around 3 p.m. in front of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) in Shahbagh. The other detainees are district Jubo League leader Mehedi Hasan Munna, former Rajapur Upazila Chhatra League president Ahsan Habib Rubel, and district Jubo League member Shahjada Mohsin Parag. The operation was led by DB Sub-Inspector Sujan Haque.

According to New Market Police Station sources, the case was filed over the killing of a 24-year-old man named Shahjahan Ali during a student-public protest on July 17, 2024. Police stated that evidence was found linking the four suspects to the murder, leading to their arrests. They are scheduled to be presented before the Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court on Friday.

Police also confirmed that Zakir and Parag face multiple other cases at Jhalakathi Police Station.

Popular actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba is returning to OTT nearly two years after his last release, 'Golam Mamun'. He stars as investigative journalist Zahid in the upcoming web series 'Headline', directed by Saleh Sobhan Anim. The series will premiere on the streaming platform Hoichoi on June 25, with its trailer already generating excitement for its intense portrayal of journalism and truth-seeking.

According to the source, the story explores the struggles of uncovering truth while balancing family ties, personal conflicts, and moral dilemmas. Apurba expressed enthusiasm for portraying a layered character that evolves through emotional and realistic challenges. He said the story’s pace, mystery, and contemporary relevance made the project irresistible, promising viewers both entertainment and reflection.

The series also marks the OTT return of Lux star Afsan Ara Bindu after three years. Featuring a star-studded cast including Yash Rohan, Sarika Sabrin, and others, 'Headline' is expected to spark new excitement among OTT audiences with its blend of journalism and crime drama.

Two days after the death of a student at a school hostel in Ramganj, Lakshmipur, the victim’s father, Zia Uddin, filed a murder case. He alleged that his son, Mehedi Hasan, a student of Farid Ahmad Bhuiyan Academy, died due to inhumane torture by senior students and negligence by teachers. The case, lodged on Thursday night, names the principal Khondkar Abdul Mannan and seven twelfth-grade students, along with ten unidentified individuals, totaling 18 accused.

According to the case statement, Mehedi Hasan had been a residential student since 2024 and was frequently harassed by senior students. The incident escalated when he and other junior students were accused of stealing an iPhone belonging to a senior named Apon. They were allegedly tortured repeatedly by several twelfth-grade students. When Mehedi reported the abuse to the principal, he was told to submit a written complaint, which was later ignored. Following this, Mehedi was again tortured from Monday night until early morning, leading to his death.

Police confirmed that the case has been accepted and that an investigation is underway.

Police in Dhamrai, Dhaka, have submitted an investigation report favoring four influential Awami League leaders accused in the murder case of Shaheed Sad during the July Revolution. In response, members of the National Citizen Party (NCP) central convening committee held a press conference protesting the report and demanding a reinvestigation.

The four leaders named in the case are Khaled Masud Khan Laltu, former chairman of Sanora Union Parishad; Md Awlad Hossain, former chairman of Somvag Union Parishad; Masum Khan, vice president of Dhamrai Upazila Awami League; and Ahmad Al Zaman, a member of the same unit. NCP leader Asadul Islam Mukul alleged that the police report sought to exempt these influential figures instead of uncovering the truth, raising questions among victims’ families and locals about the fairness of the investigation.

The NCP demanded removal of the current officer-in-charge, investigating officer, and circle SP from the case, and called for a fresh, impartial investigation by a higher authority. They urged the administration and law enforcement agencies to review the disputed report to ensure justice.

A viral audio recording has triggered controversy in Chattogram’s Hajirpul area, involving alleged financial dealings between a police officer and an associate of the notorious criminal group led by 'Boro Sajjad'. The conversation, which spread on social media, features a woman identified as the wife of a man named Rased and Sub-Inspector (SI) Liton of Chandgaon Police Station discussing money transactions and legal cases. Following the audio’s circulation, Chattogram Metropolitan Police (North) Deputy Commissioner Amirul Islam summoned SI Liton for questioning and confirmed that an internal investigation is underway.

The audio, reportedly recorded around Eid-ul-Azha, captures Rased’s wife expressing frustration over past dealings and multiple cases filed against her husband. Rased, who recently left jail, told Amader Desh that the SI had taken 70,000 taka from him in exchange for not filing cases. SI Liton disconnected calls from reporters seeking comment. Meanwhile, Boro Sajjad denied any connection with Rased, alleging that police were exploiting his name for “case trading.”

Authorities have not disclosed details about the investigation’s progress or potential disciplinary actions.

The National Press Club premises in Dhaka turned festive as a fruit festival and patriotic music event were held on Friday. The celebration featured an exhibition and tasting of 42 varieties of local fruits, including mangoes, pineapples, guavas, lychees, and jackfruits. The event was inaugurated with the performance of the club’s theme song, “Press Club Amader Second Home.” Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan formally opened the festival, which was attended by club members and their families.

The opening ceremony was presided over by club president Hasan Hafiz, with a welcome address from general secretary Aiyub Bhuiyan and coordination by management committee member Kader Gani Chowdhury. Singers Tamanna Haque, Shahriar Rafat, Mini Alauddin, and Babu performed patriotic songs throughout the morning and afternoon. Several management committee members and senior club members were also present with their families.

The event highlighted the diversity of Bangladesh’s local fruits and fostered a sense of community among journalists and their families through cultural celebration.

Police in Sherpur district seized 33,100 kilograms of government rice under the Food Friendly Program during a raid at a rice processing mill in the town’s Chapataly area early Thursday night. The operation, led by Assistant Commissioner (Land) Md Mahmudul Hasan, resulted in the detention of one individual identified as Md Borhan Uddin, son of the late Babul Talukdar from Kasba Bhatipara village.

According to police sources, the confiscated rice was packed in 770 sacks—500 of 50 kilograms and 270 of 30 kilograms—with an estimated value of Tk 1.62 million. Officials said the rice was being repackaged from 50-kg government sacks into smaller 30-kg bags labeled “Food Friendly Program – June 2026” for resale. The storage facility was sealed after the raid.

Authorities stated that legal proceedings are underway against the detainee, and the seized goods will be handled according to court directives following the filing of a case.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) have taken heightened security measures ahead of the Awami League’s founding anniversary on June 23. At a press conference held at the DMP Media Centre on Minto Road, Additional Commissioner (Crime and Operations) S N Nazrul Islam said police are on alert to ensure public safety. Security checkpoints have been set up across the city, and these operations will continue as part of the preventive measures.

Nazrul Islam also addressed questions regarding a recent case involving an accused named ‘Kailla Faruk,’ who was arrested for extortion in Mohammadpur and later released on bail. He stated that bail decisions are under the jurisdiction of the court, but police will continue their duties to arrest criminals, collect information, and send them to court.

The DMP reiterated that there is no cause for concern surrounding the anniversary event, emphasizing that necessary steps have been taken to maintain order and safety in the capital.