The prosecution has filed a petition seeking the confiscation of assets belonging to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and other accused individuals to provide compensation to the families of those killed and injured during the July Movement. Prosecutor Gazi Mohammad Monowar Hossain Tamim confirmed the submission on Sunday morning. He also stated that following the verdict, an application would be made to issue fresh arrest warrants through Interpol against Hasina and the other accused. The International Crimes Tribunal-1, led by Justice Golam Mortuza Mojumdar, is scheduled to deliver its verdict on Monday, November 17, in the case concerning alleged crimes against humanity committed during the July–August Movement. Bangladesh Television (BTV) will broadcast the verdict live, while a foreign news agency has also sought permission for live coverage.

Unidentified miscreants set fire to a government hospital ambulance and a bus in Sylhet city late Saturday night, according to local reports. The incidents occurred between 2:30 a.m. and 2:45 a.m. at two separate locations — the parking area of Shaheed Dr. Shamsuddin Ahmed Hospital in Chowhatta and the Kumargao bus stand. CCTV footage from the hospital showed five young men arriving on two motorcycles before igniting the ambulance, which was completely destroyed. Fire service teams reached the scene and brought the blaze under control within half an hour. No casualties were reported. The hospital’s resident medical officer, Dr. Mizanur Rahman Chowdhury, condemned the act as inhumane and said legal action is being prepared. Police have collected CCTV footage and are working to identify those involved. A separate fire at the Kumargao bus stand was also extinguished by firefighters shortly afterward.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has warned that a certain group is attempting to create unrest in Bangladesh over the upcoming verdict concerning Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Speaking at a discussion marking the 49th death anniversary of Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani at the National Press Club on Sunday, he called for unity to resist such attempts. Fakhrul emphasized that without an elected government, the national situation could deteriorate further, asserting that elections remain the only path to restore democracy and fulfill public aspirations. He also noted that the country’s politics is currently mired in confusion and crisis. Referring to the interim government initiative led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Fakhrul questioned how far it has progressed and whether it has gained sufficient support within the political framework.

Transport owners in five southern districts of Bangladesh have announced a strike to press a three-point demand. The Rupsha-Bagerhat Bus-Minibus Coach and Microbus Owners’ Association declared the program at a press conference in Bagerhat on Sunday. Their demands include shutting down unauthorized BRTC counters, stopping unlicensed vehicles on highways, and banning the operation of three-wheelers such as Mahindra, Nasimon, and Karimon on major roads. The association warned that if their demands are not met by December 1, they will begin an indefinite transport strike from December 2. Leaders from transport owners’ associations of Bagerhat, Khulna, and Jhalokathi districts were present at the event. The strike, if enforced, could disrupt transportation across the southern region, affecting commuters and goods movement significantly.

Bangladesh police have arrested ten individuals, including a Union Parishad (UP) member and a self-proclaimed student coordinator, for allegedly extorting money from sand-laden vessels on the Jamuna River in Sirajganj’s Chauhali upazila. The arrests took place on Sunday, November 16, in the Ghorjan River area during an operation conducted by the river police. The detainees, all residents of Rehai Kaulia village under Ghorjan Union, were reportedly stopping boats and demanding illegal tolls from sand traders transporting materials from leased sand depots. According to police, the extortion group used threats and intimidation to collect money, often halting vessels or assaulting workers who refused to pay. Officer-in-Charge Firoz Ahmed of Chauhali River Police confirmed that the suspects were caught red-handed and have been sent to court under extortion charges. Authorities stated that efforts are ongoing to identify other members of the extortion network operating along the Jamuna River.

The Bangladesh Madrasa Education Board has published the results of the Alim examination answer script re-evaluation for the current year. According to the results released on Sunday, November 16, at 10:30 a.m., 34 students have newly achieved GPA-5, while 45 students who had previously failed have now passed. A total of 9,781 students applied for re-evaluation, submitting 31,828 applications as some challenged multiple subjects. Overall, grade changes occurred for 85 students. The re-evaluation results are available on the Madrasa Education Board’s official website, and all applicants have also received their updated results via SMS. The process reflects the board’s effort to ensure fairness and transparency in the examination system, allowing students to seek review of their evaluated papers when discrepancies are suspected.

Awami League activists blocked the Dhaka-Bhanga highway in Faridpur’s Bhanga upazila early Sunday by felling trees and obstructing traffic near the Suyadi bus stand in Algi Union. The blockade, which began around 6 a.m. and lasted for about an hour, was carried out by several party members reportedly armed with local weapons. Law enforcement personnel quickly arrived at the scene, removed the trees, and restored normal traffic flow. Police later arrested 14 individuals from the Suyadi and Munsurabad areas in connection with the incident. Bhanga Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mohammad Ashraf Hossain confirmed that five of the detainees were held in Bhanga and that highway patrols have been intensified to prevent further disruptions. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the blockade and assessing potential political implications.

Former minister Abdul Latif Siddiqui appeared before a Dhaka court on Sunday after being released on bail in a case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act by Shahbagh Police Station. His younger brother, Krishak Sramik Janata League president Abdul Kader Siddiqui, accompanied him to the court. The case was scheduled for submission of the investigation report, but the investigating officer failed to present it, prompting the court to set December 30 as the next date. Citing Latif Siddiqui’s advanced age of 86 and poor health, his lawyer Rezaul Karim Hiron requested permission for him to appear through legal representation, which the court approved. Earlier, Siddiqui and journalist Manjurul Alam Panna were granted interim bail by the High Court, later upheld by the Appellate Division, leading to their release from prison. The case stems from their arrest on August 28 at a Dhaka Reporters Unity event under anti-terrorism charges.

The Dhaka Education Board has released the results of the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent exam re-evaluation for 2024. Following the review, 201 students who previously did not achieve the highest grade have now obtained GPA-5, while 308 students who had failed have passed. A total of 89,671 students applied for re-evaluation, resulting in changes for 2,331 students and grade adjustments for 2,373. The original HSC results, published on October 16, showed a pass rate of 58.83% across 11 education boards, with 69,097 students achieving GPA-5. This marks a significant decline compared to the previous year’s 77.78% pass rate and 145,911 GPA-5 achievers. The re-evaluation results were announced on Sunday, November 16, at 10 a.m., and are available online through the respective education boards’ websites as well as via SMS notifications sent to applicants.

An international forensic expert team is set to arrive in Bangladesh on December 5 to assist in identifying the martyrs buried in the Rayerbazar mass grave from the July uprising. Local Government Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan announced the plan during his visit to the graveyard on November 16. The identification process will begin on December 7, with both local and foreign specialists working together in a temporary morgue to determine the identities of the victims. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) will serve as the implementing agency for the project. Authorities hope the initiative will help confirm the identities of all those who lost their lives during the uprising and include them in the official list of martyrs.

A Grameen Bank branch in Gazipur’s Sreepur upazila was attacked with petrol bombs late Saturday night, causing damage but no injuries. According to branch manager Rehena Begum, around seven to eight unidentified youths threw three petrol bombs at the Maona Bazar branch around 2:30 a.m. One bomb exploded inside the boundary wall, while two others detonated nearby, burning the bank’s signboard and some important documents. Staff members staying overnight managed to control the fire with help from locals. Police later visited the scene and launched an investigation. Officer-in-Charge Muhammad Abdul Barik stated that the attack was likely carried out using a vehicle and assured that efforts were underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrators. Authorities confirmed that the overall structural damage was limited and no one was harmed in the incident.

Dhaka University lecturer and assistant proctor Sheherin Amin Bhuiyan, popularly known as Monami, publicly expressed her support for Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the Inquilab Mancha and an independent candidate contesting from Dhaka-8 in Bangladesh’s upcoming 13th national parliamentary election. In a Facebook post on November 16, Monami praised Hadi for his honesty and determination, saying that Bangladesh needs leaders like him. She also expressed regret for not being able to vote for him due to illness but vowed to shift her voting center to Dhaka-8 in the next election. Hadi, one of the organizers of the July Revolution, began his campaign in September and has been promoting his independent political vision. Monami’s endorsement, accompanied by a photo with Hadi, has drawn attention on social media, highlighting growing youth interest in alternative political leadership in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh Bank Governor Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur stated that merging five financially weak Sharia-based banks was unavoidable to ensure stability in the banking sector. Speaking at the Bangladesh Islamic Finance Summit in Dhaka on November 16, he emphasized that transparency and good governance are essential for strengthening the financial system. The five banks—EXIM Bank, Social Islami Bank, First Security Islami Bank, Union Bank, and Global Islami Bank—were declared non-functional on November 5, with administrators appointed to oversee their operations. On November 9, the central bank’s board, chaired by Dr. Mansur, granted a preliminary license to a new state-owned Sharia-based bank named ‘Sammilit Islami Bank’ to manage the merged institutions. The governor expressed optimism that the merger would bring positive outcomes for the economy if proper governance is maintained.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has urged party leaders and activists not to make indecent or disrespectful comments about Islamic scholars. In a Facebook post on Sunday, November 16, he emphasized that those who truly love Jamaat-e-Islami should refrain from making offensive remarks about any respected religious scholar. He further warned that anyone engaging in such behavior would be considered as not genuinely devoted to the party. The statement comes amid growing online debates involving religious figures, and the party leadership appears keen to maintain discipline and respect in public discourse, particularly on social media platforms. Dr. Rahman’s message highlights the party’s effort to preserve its image and uphold ethical communication among its members.

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) A M M Nasir Uddin has reaffirmed the Election Commission’s commitment to ensuring a level playing field for all political parties ahead of Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliamentary Election. Speaking on Sunday, November 16, during the second day of dialogue with political parties, he urged all parties to adhere strictly to the electoral code of conduct. The CEC emphasized that cooperation from all stakeholders is essential to make the upcoming election fair, transparent, and acceptable. The Election Commission held discussions with six parties in the morning session, including Gano Forum, Ganofront, Islami Front Bangladesh, Islami Oikya Jote, Bangladesh Supreme Party, and Bangladesh National Party. Later in the day, the commission planned to meet another six parties, including Bangladesh JASAD, Bangladesh NAP, Trinamool BNP, Krishak Sramik Janata League, Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish, and Islami Andolan Bangladesh. Currently, 53 political parties, including BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, are registered with the Election Commission.