Basit Khan Musa (7), who was critically wounded in the head during the July mass uprising, has returned to Bangladesh after undergoing treatment in Singapore for five months and 12 days. Upon arrival, he was transported to Dhaka CMH in a military ambulance. Musa was shot while buying ice cream with his grandmother, Maya Islam, near their home in Meradia Hat on July 19. Tragically, his grandmother succumbed to her injuries the following day. The bullet entered one side of Musa’s head and exited the other. On October 22, he was flown to Singapore for advanced medical care. Musa is his parents’ only child.

A long-standing political feud led to a violent clash between Awami League and BNP supporters in Murutia village, Faridpur. The confrontation resulted in the vandalism of homes, with at least one Awami League supporter’s house set on fire. At least 12 people were injured in the conflict. The clash was reportedly led by Mintu Mia, son of former BNP leader Harun Mia, on one side, and Belayet Molya, a supporter of local Awami League leader and UP chairman Afshar Matubbar, on the other. The violence escalated after Awami League supporter Azizul Sheikh (41) was hacked during a heated argument, prompting both sides to engage in a full-scale fight with locally made weapons.

A violent clash erupted in Pallabi on Thursday evening, resulting in gunfire and physical assault. Mamun Hossain Bappi, a young man, sustained serious injuries in the incident, which stemmed from a family dispute between his cousin Hossain and another relative, Mamun. Witnesses reported that an argument escalated into a fight, after which Hossain’s associates attempted to forcibly take Mamun away. When locals intervened, Hossain’s men fired multiple rounds into the air to disperse them. Eventually, they struck Mamun on the head with a brick before fleeing the scene.

Over the past 15 months, 48 people—including men, women, and children—have lost their lives after being struck by trains in Akhaura. Among them, two young men were killed near a railway bridge in Gangasagar last Wednesday when they fell from the roof of an intercity train, reportedly while filming a TikTok video. Two others were seriously injured. From January 2024 to April 2, 2025, railway police in Akhaura recovered the bodies of 13 victims, including two women and one child. In 2024 alone, 35 bodies were found—26 men, 9 women, and 2 children. Most of the deceased remain unidentified. These tragic incidents occurred along the 100-kilometer railway stretch covering Akhaura-Ashuganj, Akhaura-Mandabag, and Akhaura-Mukundapur. Authorities continue to investigate and urge passengers to prioritize safety.

Following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, opposition parties across Turkey have launched widespread protests and called for a boycott of products from government-affiliated companies. On Wednesday, the movement gained momentum, with activists urging a one-day shopping strike. Some stores shut down in solidarity, condemning the arrest as politically motivated. Turkey’s Minister of Trade, Ömer Bolat, denounced the boycott, calling it an attempt to harm the economy and a violation of fair trade principles. Pro-government voices, including football star Mesut Özil, have pushed back against the movement, using the hashtag “No Boycott, National Damage” to voice their opposition. However, Turkey’s President remains confident that the boycott will not succeed.

Hungary has officially announced its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC). This move follows the issuance of an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes in Gaza. Despite being a member state of the ICC, Hungary has refused to cooperate with the arrest order, further complicating international legal matters.

In Gournadi, Barisal, a clash broke out between BNP and Youth League activists over an Eid greeting poster. At least 25 members from both parties were injured, including six women. The incident escalated when supporters of both sides attacked each other, leading to property damage, including the destruction of five motorcycles.

BNP Vice Chairman Barkat Ullah Bulu condemned those who deny the 1971 Liberation War, claiming it is a betrayal of the 3 million martyrs who fought for independence. Bulu criticized those attempting to erase the nation’s history and misrepresent the role of the Bangladesh Army in the Liberation War, calling for the immediate declaration of a roadmap for the next national elections.

BNP leader and advisor to Khaleda Zia, Abul Khair Bhuiyan, has stated that banning the Awami League is not his party’s responsibility but rather that of the state authorities. “We are not going to take on such responsibilities,” he said. Bhuiyan emphasized that the current government must ensure a roadmap for elections where people can exercise their voting rights. He also criticized the Awami League, accusing them of systematically ruining the future of students, looting the country’s wealth, and even embezzling funds from educational institutions.

Supradip Chakma, Advisor for the Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs, stated that the government remains dedicated to economic progress in the region. He emphasized ongoing efforts to uplift the local women and communities, with allocations for financial support and food security. He assured that more funding would be made available for sustained development.

During a series of joint operations conducted across various regions of the country, including Dhaka, law enforcement has arrested 341 individuals between March 27 and April 2. Authorities also seized illegal firearms, ammunition, narcotics, counterfeit currency, and cash. The detainees have been transferred to the respective police stations for further questioning and legal proceedings.

The Bangladesh Army is working diligently in Ashashuni Upazila, Satkhira, to build ring dams and provide aid to flood-affected communities. The army has already completed several sections of the dam, and they are distributing relief to remote, isolated areas. The Water Development Board reports that 50% of the construction may be completed by Thursday.

The Bangladesh Army, in collaboration with Myanmar’s local administration, is leading rescue and medical operations following a devastating earthquake in Myanmar. Bangladesh’s team has begun rescue missions in various affected regions, including Zubu Thiri Township, while medical teams have set up camp at Bala Theidi, where they are providing care at a newly constructed 50-bed hospital.

On Thursday, Dr. A F M Khalid Hossain, Religious Affairs Advisor, stated that the current government is committed to ensuring a free and fair election. He assured that an interim government would be established for this purpose and expressed confidence that power would be peacefully transferred to an elected government through a transparent election process.

Jahidul Islam, the President of Shibir, vowed that his organization is prepared to sacrifice thousands of young lives to avenge the martyrs of Bangladesh’s war of independence. He emphasized that Shibir will not allow any future imposition of fascism in the country, reaffirming their dedication to honoring the memory of fallen heroes and continuing their fight against oppression.