A 13-member Bangladesh archery team has traveled to Thailand to participate in the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament, Stage-1, and the World Archery Para Series. The World Ranking Tournament began on March 21 and will continue until March 28, while the World Archery Para Series will be held in Bangkok from March 31 to April 5. Bangladesh will compete in both recurve and compound events for men and women. The recurve men’s team includes Ramkrishna Saha, Rakib Mia, and Abdur Rahman Alif, while Sonali Roy will represent in the recurve women’s category. In the compound division, Aishwarya Rahman, Newaz Ahmed Rakib, and Himu Bachar will compete in the men’s section, and Kulsum Akter Moni, Joma Akter (para archer), and Bannya Akter will take part in the women’s section. Coaches and managers Nure Alam, Imdadul Haque Milon, and Martin Fredrik are accompanying the team. The team will compete in nine events, including individual, team, and mixed team categories across both recurve and compound disciplines.

The Hafezzi Charitable Society of Bangladesh has once again celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr with war-affected children and youth in Gaza. According to videos released on the organization’s official page and verified sources, the humanitarian initiative was implemented directly on the ground in Gaza, not just on paper. One video showed an elderly Gazan kissing the organization’s logo in gratitude, symbolizing deep trust and appreciation for Bangladesh’s humanitarian presence. The charity currently operates 80 tent camps in Gaza’s Rimal and northern regions, sheltering around 500 people, including many orphans. On Eid day, children in these camps were seen clapping, dancing, and celebrating amid the devastation of war. The organization has also implemented over 60 humanitarian projects during Ramadan across Gaza, Sudan, and border areas like Rafah and Aswan. Director General Muhammad Raj stated that financial details of the Ramadan programs, worth about 2.5 million taka, have been published online, with further updates to follow, reflecting transparent and responsible use of donor funds.

Rail Minister Habibur Rashid announced that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed the introduction of automatic rail gates across the country. The decision aims to ensure that gates close automatically when trains approach, with guards remaining on duty. The minister made the statement on Sunday afternoon while visiting the site of a train-bus collision at Padua Bazar rail crossing in Comilla. He added that underpasses or flyovers will be constructed where rail gates exist. Responding to questions about the investigation, the state minister said the station master and gateman had already been suspended for negligence and would face disciplinary action. Two railway investigation committees and one by the local administration have been formed to probe the incident. The district administration announced Tk 25,000 in aid per victim’s family, while the railway will provide Tk 100,000 to each bereaved family. The health minister has been contacted to ensure treatment for the injured. The accident occurred on Saturday night when a mail train from Chattogram to Dhaka hit a passenger bus at the crossing, killing 12 people and injuring at least 24.

Opposition Leader and Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman stated that the sooner the government understands the need for constitutional reform, the sooner the ongoing crisis will be resolved. He made the remarks on Sunday, March 22, during a post-Eid visit to Sylhet, speaking with journalists at the VIP Circuit House. Dr. Rahman received a guard of honor upon arrival, accompanied by District Commissioner Md. Sarwar Alam. He emphasized that the opposition remains committed to the people, recalling that they sought two votes—one for a referendum and another for the parliamentary election—and that both were granted. He argued that both votes should be equally legitimate and urged respect for the people’s mandate. Dr. Rahman also criticized the poor condition of the Sylhet-Dhaka highway and the lack of development in various sectors, calling for fair allocation of resources and concrete government planning. He further stressed the need for prompt local government elections to strengthen grassroots democracy and ensure accountability through elected representatives.

A severe fuel shortage has gripped Dhaka and surrounding areas as petrol pumps remain closed during the Eid holidays. Due to the lack of fuel supply from depots, almost all stations have displayed notices reading 'closed' or 'no fuel'. Only the army-owned Trust Fuel Station near Bijoy Sarani was operational, leading to long queues stretching from the Cantonment Third Gate to the Mohakhali Flyover. Across key city areas including Tejgaon, Mohakhali, and Khilkhet, petrol pumps were closed, with only CNG refueling available at some locations. Many residents who ventured out for Eid travel or essential work returned home frustrated after failing to find fuel. Some vehicles ran out of fuel entirely, forcing passengers to push them to their destinations. The ongoing shortage has disrupted Eid travel plans and raised concerns about post-holiday transportation. With diesel supply uncertain, authorities fear a potential halt in bus operations, leaving millions who traveled to villages for Eid unsure if they will find transport back to the city.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of 12 people in a train-bus collision in Cumilla and three others in a separate road accident in Feni. He conveyed his condolences through a Facebook post on Sunday, March 22, 2026, praying for the departed souls and wishing quick recovery for the injured. In his message, Dr. Rahman said the incidents highlight serious shortcomings in the country’s transport system, road and rail safety, and the accountability of relevant authorities. He emphasized that such tragedies demonstrate the urgent need for effective and long-term measures to prevent similar accidents in the future. Calling on the authorities, he urged a thorough investigation into the causes of the accidents, swift legal action against those responsible, and visible, strict steps to ensure such fatal incidents do not recur.

Cricket Ireland is leading an initiative to organize a new continental tournament called the Euro Nations Cup, featuring top European cricket teams. The event, inspired by the European Football Championship, is expected to include England, Ireland, Scotland, the Netherlands, and Italy. It will feature both men's and women's T20 competitions, following a format similar to the Asia Cup. Cricket Ireland chairman Brian MacNeice said discussions with stakeholders have advanced significantly, and the tournament could begin next year. MacNeice expressed strong personal commitment to the project, noting that talks have evolved to a stage where he feels confident about its realization. He added that the Euro Nations Cup is expected to launch in the summer of 2027, with detailed plans and structure to be announced in the coming months. The initiative aims to strengthen European cricket collaboration and visibility, with formal announcements anticipated within the next two months.

At least 32 people were killed and more than 100 injured in road accidents across 14 districts of Bangladesh within 24 hours, from 8 a.m. on Eid day to 8 a.m. the following day. The highest number of casualties occurred in Cumilla, where a passenger bus collided with a train at a level crossing in Paduar Bazar Bishwaroad area, killing 12 people. Fatalities were also reported in Habiganj, Feni, Mymensingh, Natore, Chattogram, Jhenaidah, Narail, Chuadanga, Faridpur, Narayanganj, Gopalganj, and Madaripur. In Cumilla, police and medical officials confirmed the deaths, noting that the train dragged the bus to Jangalia station after the collision. In Feni, a three-vehicle crash involving a bus, ambulance, and motorcycle killed three people. Separate incidents in Jhenaidah, Natore, and Mymensingh claimed multiple lives, including schoolchildren. Local authorities and emergency services were engaged in rescue operations and hospital transfers for the injured. Reports indicate that most accidents occurred on major highways during Eid travel, with several victims yet to be identified. Authorities are continuing investigations and rescue efforts in affected areas.

At least four people were reported dead after a bus and a pickup van collided head-on in Madhabpur upazila of Habiganj on Sunday morning, March 22, 2026. The accident occurred around 9:30 a.m. at Anjura area on the Dhaka-Sylhet Highway. According to Madhabpur Police Station Officer-in-Charge Sohel Rana, the pickup van fell into a nearby pond following the collision. Local residents rescued four people from the pickup van and took them to Madhabpur Hospital, where doctors declared them dead. The police confirmed the incident to the media shortly after the crash. Authorities have not yet released further details about the victims or the cause of the accident.

At least 20 people were injured when a Dhaka-bound bus to Bandarban lost control and fell into a ravine early Sunday morning. The accident occurred around 4:30 a.m. on March 22, 2026, near the northern side of the local campus of Bandarban University in Suwalak Union, Bandarban Sadar upazila. The bus, operated by Saudía Transport, was carrying 43 passengers, including the driver, supervisor, and helper. According to local sources, five people, including the bus supervisor, were seriously injured. Following the crash, announcements were made through the Suwalak Central Jame Mosque loudspeaker urging locals to assist in rescue efforts. Residents quickly arrived at the scene and helped transport the injured to Bandarban Sadar Hospital. Police and a fire service team also joined the rescue operation shortly after receiving the report. Bandarban Additional Superintendent of Police (Sadar Circle) Manna Dey confirmed that the injured tourists were taken to the hospital. The passengers had departed from Dhaka the previous night for a trip to Bandarban.

US President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned that if Iran does not fully reopen the vital waterway without threats within the given timeframe, the United States will destroy Iran’s power plants, starting with the largest one. The statement was reported by Al Jazeera. Meanwhile, Iran has claimed responsibility for attacks on two US military bases located in the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. According to Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB, the assaults were carried out using missiles and drones. The developments come amid heightened regional tensions involving Iran, the US, and several Gulf states. The situation underscores escalating hostilities around the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy corridor, with potential implications for regional stability and global oil supply if the standoff continues.

Twelve people were killed when a passenger bus collided with a train at the Paduar Bazar rail crossing on the Dhaka-Chattogram highway in Cumilla on Saturday night, March 21. The incident occurred under the flyover in Sadar Dakshin upazila when a Chuadanga-to-Lakshmipur-bound bus named Mamun Special was hit by the Dhaka Mail train coming from Chattogram. Police and fire service teams conducted rescue operations at the site, while injured passengers were taken to Cumilla Medical College Hospital. Railway authorities have formed three separate investigation committees, including officials from various railway departments, to determine the cause of the accident. Additionally, the Cumilla district administration has set up a five-member committee led by the Additional District Magistrate, with representatives from BRTA, highway police, the station master, and the fire service. The committees have been instructed to submit their reports within three working days. Cumilla Deputy Commissioner Md Reza Hasan confirmed that families of the deceased will receive Tk 25,000 in financial assistance. He also reported that 18 injured passengers received primary treatment, five remain under care, and one is in the ICU.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman exchanged Eid-ul-Fitr greetings with three senior journalists over the phone on Friday, March 21, 2026. The journalists were Ekushey Padak recipient Shafik Rehman, The New Nation editor Md. Mokarram Hossain, and journalist Anis Alamgir. The Prime Minister’s Deputy Press Secretary, Mostafa Zulfiqar Hasan (Hasan Shiplu), confirmed the calls, saying the Prime Minister conveyed Eid greetings and inquired about their health. Md. Mokarram Hossain, a former managing director of Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, said the call from the Prime Minister was completely unexpected and that he was pleased by the gesture. He expressed happiness at the Prime Minister’s courtesy during the festive occasion. Anis Alamgir also said that the Prime Minister called him around 7 p.m. to ask about his health and extended Eid greetings to him and his wife. The calls reflected a gesture of goodwill from the head of government toward senior members of the media community during the Eid festival.

Rail communication between Chattogram and the rest of Bangladesh resumed eight hours after a fatal collision between a passenger bus and a mail train at the Paduar Bazar rail crossing in Cumilla. The accident occurred around 3 a.m. on Saturday night when a Chattogram–Dhaka mail train struck the bus, dragging it about half a kilometer. A relief train arrived from Akhaura five hours later to assist in rescue operations, and by Sunday morning, the relief team had cleared the tracks and recovered the mail train, restoring normal train movement. According to Chattogram divisional manager Mostafizur Rahman, the bus was removed from the tracks and rail operations returned to normal. So far, authorities have recovered 12 bodies, with two victims identified. Fire service, army, police, and Rapid Action Battalion personnel participated in the rescue efforts. Three investigation committees have been formed to probe the incident, and families of the deceased have been granted financial assistance of 25,000 taka each.

Three weeks after the US-Israel war against Iran began, the conflict has entered an uncertain phase marked by contradictory statements from President Donald Trump. While Trump has claimed the war is nearly over and the situation is calming, US and Israeli airstrikes continue across Iran, and American Marine units are reportedly moving into the region. In a Truth Social post, Trump warned that if Iran does not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, US forces will begin targeting Iranian power plants, starting with the largest one. Trump earlier published a list of US military objectives in Iran, including destroying Iran’s defense infrastructure and nuclear program, but notably excluded securing the Strait of Hormuz, saying that responsibility should fall to other oil-dependent nations. Despite his insistence that the US is not reliant on Middle Eastern oil, analysts note that global oil price fluctuations still affect American fuel costs. Reports indicate the Trump administration is preparing a $200 billion emergency funding request to Congress for the ongoing operation, suggesting a prolonged and costly conflict. Congressional reactions have been cautious, with lawmakers seeking clarity on strategy and financial implications.