Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General and former MP Mia Golam Parwar has congratulated the Bangladesh national football team for their historic 1–0 victory over India in the third-round return leg of the Asian Cup qualifiers. In a statement issued on Tuesday, November 18, Parwar described the win as a proud moment for the nation, noting that it marked Bangladesh’s first victory over India in 22 years. He praised the players, coaching staff, and team management for their dedication and performance, emphasizing that the triumph demonstrated Bangladesh’s growing footballing strength and confidence. Parwar expressed hope that this success would inspire renewed enthusiasm in the country’s sports sector and encourage greater interest in football among the youth. He also extended prayers and best wishes for the team’s continued progress and future international achievements, urging them to maintain their winning momentum.

Bangladesh secured a historic 1-0 victory over India in football, marking their first win against the neighboring nation since 2003. The result sparked widespread celebration across the country. BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman congratulated the national team through a Facebook post on Tuesday, praising their discipline, unity, and belief. He highlighted Morsalin’s early goal and the team’s relentless spirit as symbols of hope for the future of Bangladeshi sports. Rahman described the players as inspirations for the youth and ambassadors of the nation’s sporting culture. Expressing optimism, he said Bangladesh’s sports sector has a bright future where talent will flourish and the national flag will soar higher. His message resonated with fans who viewed the victory as a moment of national pride and resurgence in football.

Bangladesh secured a morale-boosting 1-0 victory over India in an Asian Cup qualifying match held at the National Stadium in Dhaka. Sheikh Md Morsalin scored the decisive goal in the 11th minute, assisted by Rakib Hossain. Although both Bangladesh and India were already eliminated from contention for the main round, the home side celebrated the win enthusiastically, with players including Rakib, Morsalin, Jamal, and Hamza joining in post-match celebrations. After five matches, Bangladesh accumulated five points, while India managed only two. In the same group, Singapore qualified for the Asian Cup main stage after defeating Hong Kong 2-1, taking their tally to eight points. Bangladesh will play their final qualifying match against Singapore on March 31 next year.

After a 22-day suspension, the Barapukuria coal-based thermal power plant in Parbatipur, Dinajpur, resumed electricity production on Tuesday afternoon by restarting its first unit. The plant, which has a total capacity of 525 megawatts across three units, is currently generating only 50 megawatts per day. Operations had been halted due to mechanical failures that rendered all three units inactive, cutting off power supply to the national grid. The second unit, with a capacity of 125 megawatts, has been permanently out of service since 2020, while the third 275-megawatt unit remains offline. Authorities expect that full restoration of operations may take until January, as discussions with Chinese technical experts continue to resolve the mechanical issues. The partial resumption offers some relief amid ongoing power shortages in the region.

Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) has advanced its undergraduate admission test for the 2025–26 academic session by one day. Originally scheduled for January 23, the exam will now take place on January 22, according to a decision made by the university’s admission steering committee on November 18. The university’s public relations office stated that the change was made due to unavoidable circumstances. All other aspects of the examination, including test centers and candidate eligibility, remain unchanged. For the first time, the test will be conducted simultaneously at RUET and BUET using a unified multiple-choice question (MCQ) format. Around 19,000 candidates are expected to compete for approximately 1,200 available seats at RUET.

A fire that broke out on Tuesday evening in the Kuratoli area near Kuril, on Dhaka’s Kuril World Road, has been brought under control. The blaze reportedly started around 7 p.m. and affected a rickshaw garage and nearby residential houses. Four units of the Fire Service and Civil Defence rushed to the scene and managed to control the fire within about an hour. According to fire officials, the fire has been completely extinguished, and no casualties have been reported. Local residents claimed that the fire originated from a stove at a local pitha (rice cake) shop. Approximately 150 rickshaws in the garage were reportedly burned in the incident. The extent of property damage is yet to be determined as authorities continue to assess the situation.

A banned rally under the banners of Chhatra League and Jubo League took place in front of police officers in Sirajdikhan, Munshiganj, on Tuesday morning, causing widespread debate and concern among locals. The procession, led by local Jubo League leader Zahidul Islam Litu, marched through Imamganj Bazar despite the organizations being officially banned. A police patrol car was seen following the rally, raising questions about law enforcement’s role. Following the incident, three police personnel—Sub-Inspector Kamruzzaman Sikder and constables Shafiqul and Badsha Mia—were closed for negligence of duty. Police later detained three individuals allegedly involved in the rally. The local police chief stated that the rally occurred suddenly and that officers did not have time to intervene. The incident has sparked discussions about political activities under banned banners and the accountability of law enforcement in maintaining order.

The Government of Bangladesh has approved the purchase of 220,000 metric tons of fertilizer from China, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, and Kafco at a total cost of approximately Tk 1,579 crore. The procurement includes 70,000 tons of urea, 120,000 tons of DAP, and 30,000 tons of TSP fertilizer. Additionally, the government will construct 34 buffer warehouses across the country at a cost of Tk 55.25 crore to improve fertilizer storage and distribution. The decisions were approved at a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase chaired by Economic Adviser Dr. Salahuddin Ahmed. The imports will be made for the 2025–26 fiscal year, with specific agreements including 40,000 tons of urea from Saudi Arabia’s SABIC Agro Nutrients Company and 30,000 tons from Bangladesh-based Kafco. The move aims to ensure adequate fertilizer supply for the upcoming agricultural seasons.

Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal–1 on Monday sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal to death for crimes against humanity, including killings during the July mass uprising. Former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun, a prosecution witness in the same case, received a five-year prison term. Prosecutor Gazi Monowar Hossain Tamim told reporters that the convicts have 30 days from the verdict date to file appeals under Section 21(3) of the tribunal law. If no appeal is filed within this period, the verdict will be executed upon arrest. He clarified that the tribunal law does not allow for delay condonation, unlike general criminal law. Appeals must be resolved within 60 days once filed. The prosecutor added that the convicts can only collect certified copies of the verdict and related documents to submit with their appeals to the Appellate Division, where they may also seek bail. Families of July uprising victims plan to appeal for harsher punishment for Mamun.

A major fire broke out on Tuesday night at Kuratoli Bazar in the Kuril-Bashundhara area of Dhaka, engulfing a rickshaw garage and several tin-shed houses. The Fire Service received the alert at 7:38 p.m. and dispatched four units to the scene, with the first team arriving at 7:58 p.m. to begin firefighting operations. Duty officer Khaleda Yasmin from the Fire Service control room confirmed the incident to the media, stating that efforts were ongoing to bring the blaze under control. As of the latest reports, no casualties or details of property damage have been confirmed. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire while ensuring nearby residents’ safety. The incident caused panic among locals, but prompt response from fire crews helped prevent the flames from spreading further.

The Left Democratic Alliance (LDA) has issued a statement responding to the death sentence of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in a case related to crimes against humanity during the July uprising. Following a meeting of its central executive committee in Dhaka, the alliance said the verdict proves that no one is above the law. It called for ensuring that the judicial process remains beyond national and international controversy and that all stages, including appeal and review, are conducted transparently. The LDA also criticized the lenient punishment of the former police chief, who was made a state witness, despite evidence implicating law enforcement in the killings. The alliance urged the prosecution to appeal for stricter punishment, warning that impunity could embolden future abuses by security forces. The statement reiterated the demand for fair trials for all July–August killings to ensure justice for victims and accountability for all perpetrators.

Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity committed during the July uprising that led to her ouster. Prosecutor Gazi Monowar Hossain Tamim confirmed that certified copies of the verdict will soon be sent to relevant government offices, including the Dhaka District Magistrate, for enforcement. The tribunal also directed that absconding convicts may obtain certified copies if they surrender or are arrested within 30 days. Meanwhile, the government has begun preparing an application through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Interpol for a new notice based on a conviction warrant, replacing the previous arrest warrant. Hasina fled to India on August 5 last year amid a mass uprising and remains there. Authorities aim to secure her return to Bangladesh to implement the tribunal’s verdict.

Netherlands Vice Minister for International Cooperation Pascal Grotenhuis met Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in Dhaka on Tuesday to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in agriculture, trade, investment, technology, and youth development. The meeting also covered the formation of a social business fund for young and women entrepreneurs. Yunus reaffirmed his government’s commitment to holding a free, fair, and participatory election in early February, noting that the Awami League remains barred from contesting due to its suspended registration. He described the upcoming polls as a historic moment for new voters who were previously unable to vote. Grotenhuis praised Bangladesh’s progress in election preparations despite limited time and welcomed recent labor law reforms, saying they would attract more European investment. He also announced plans for a memorandum of understanding on public-private partnerships between the Netherlands and Bangladesh, aiming to elevate bilateral relations from development cooperation to equal political and economic partnership.

Bangladesh’s National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman arrived in New Delhi a day earlier than scheduled to attend the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) meeting of national security advisers, set for November 20 at Hyderabad House. According to diplomatic sources, Rahman reached Delhi on Tuesday evening and was received by a senior official from India’s National Security Council Secretariat. His early arrival comes amid heightened diplomatic tension following the International Crimes Tribunal’s death sentence for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has reportedly been in Delhi since August last year. Bangladesh’s foreign ministry has formally requested India to extradite Hasina, but New Delhi has not commented on the matter. Rahman is expected to leave Delhi after the CSC meeting, though speculation continues over whether he will discuss Hasina’s situation with Indian officials during his stay.

Bangladesh’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain has confirmed that a diplomatic note is being prepared to request India to return Sheikh Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, both sentenced to death for crimes against humanity related to the 2024 mass uprising. Speaking to journalists at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hossain stated that the letter has not yet been sent but may be dispatched soon through a note verbale. The ministry will not send copies of the verdict but will formally notify India of the sentences and request the transfer of the two convicts. Earlier, a similar request to India reportedly went unanswered, but officials now believe the situation has changed following the court’s verdict. Hossain emphasized that Bangladesh and India have an existing agreement that allows for such extradition requests, and the government intends to pursue the process officially.