Malaysian authorities detained 51 Bangladeshi nationals at the airport for attempting to enter the country on tourist visas with fake hotel bookings and documents. Upon interrogation, they admitted that they had planned to seek employment in Malaysia. Officials noticed suspicious behavior among a group of 67 individuals and conducted an inspection, leading to the arrests. One person attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended.

At a press conference, NCP leader Hasnat Abdullah alleged that the military was attempting to intervene in Bangladesh’s political affairs. “Politicians—not the military—should determine the country’s future,” he asserted. He also stated that before any further discussions, the Awami League must be held accountable for its crimes. “They must admit their wrongdoings before we can talk about anything else,” he emphasized.

Nahid Islam, convener of the NCP, vowed that the movement to revoke the Awami League’s legal status will continue. “The Awami League is no longer a democratic political party; it is a fascist organization. Dr. Yunus recently said there were no plans to ban them, but we strongly oppose such statements,” he said. He added that the perpetrators of the Pilkhana massacre, the Shapla Cha

The Border Security Force (BSF) of India handed over two detained Bangladeshi nationals following a flag meeting in Maheshpur, Jhenaidah. The two individuals were apprehended while attempting to cross the border illegally. After verifying their identities through their documents and mobile phones, BSF informed the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). Subsequently, a flag meeting was held, and they were returned. One of the detainees, Liton Baidya, was handed over to Maheshpur police, while the other woman was sent to a Justice and Care Center in Jessore.

Religious Adviser A.F.M. Khalid Hossain announced that ticket syndicates for Hajj and Umrah flights will no longer be tolerated. “There will be no syndicates controlling flight tickets, and prices will be kept within the reach of passengers. Those who artificially inflate ticket prices and exploit Hajj pilgrims will face strict action,” he warned. Earlier, he inaugurated the Cox’s Bazar Central Model Mosque by cutting the ceremonial ribbon.

Mushfiq Ansari, Bangladesh’s Ambassador to Mexico, emphasized that the nation must focus on peace and stability. “We have lost thousands of lives, as well as our dignity and honor. Not long ago, Bangladesh was recognized as a rogue state. Now, we are gaining a reputation as a courageous and victorious nation,” he stated. He insisted that those responsible for crimes, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, must face trial. However, he also noted that grassroots supporters who were once misled should be given a path to reintegration.

After Friday prayers, multiple organizations, including Inquilab Mancha, led a protest march at Dhaka University, demanding a ban on the Awami League. Gathering at the Raju Memorial Sculpture, protesters chanted slogans such as “Ban Awami League,” “We will not tolerate killers in Bangladesh,” and “Down with Mujibism, long live Inquilab.”

In a video message, Adviser Asif Mahmud revealed that the Army Chief had strongly opposed the appointment of Dr. Muhammad Yunus as Chief Adviser. “The primary veto came from the Army Chief, who questioned: ‘Why Yunus? Why not anyone else?’ He pointed out that Dr. Yunus has pending cases and is a convicted person. How can a convicted individual be the Chief Adviser of a country?” He further added that the Army Chief also raised concerns about the Awami League, noting that despite the controversies, 30-40% of Bangladesh’s population still supports the party. “Should we ignore their opinion and appoint someone who is outright opposed to them?” he asked.

Ahmed Ali Qasemi, the Naib-e-Ameer of Hefazat-e-Islam, has warned that if any attempt is made to rehabilitate the Awami League, students and the public will resist, just as they did during the July uprising. He also condemned an attack on Gaza, where 400 people were reportedly killed during suhoor preparations. Additionally, he criticized India for attempting to provoke Muslims by interfering with the tomb of Aurangzeb. Addressing the BJP, he said, “You are meddling in Bangladesh’s affairs and sheltering its criminals. By doing so, you have betrayed the patriotic people of this country.”

At least 20 people were injured in a violent clash in Purapara Bazar, Jhenaidah, over a dispute related to a broken toilet slab. Reports indicate that two days ago, a locally operated Nasimon (engine-driven transport) hit and damaged the toilet slab of a man named Anichur Rahman from Bhatpara village. In retaliation, the Nasimon driver, Raju, was beaten up. When locals intervened to rescue him, they too were attacked by Anichur and his associates. To resolve the dispute, a community arbitration was scheduled at Purapara Bazar on Thursday evening. However, before the arbitration could take place, one of the groups launched a surprise attack, leading to injuries on both sides.

A massive fire broke out at the residence of a Delhi High Court judge while the Chief Justice was away in Delhi. Firefighters took nearly an hour to control the blaze. However, while inspecting the site for any lingering fire pockets, they were shocked to discover a staggering amount of cash inside the judge’s home. Following the incident, Supreme Court Justice Sanjiv Khanna immediately convened a collegium meeting. It was decided that Justice Yashwant Verma would be transferred to the Allahabad High Court with immediate effect. Discussions are also underway regarding his possible impeachment. Several collegium members believe that merely transferring him is too lenient for such a serious offense, arguing that it could damage the judiciary’s reputation. Many are calling for his immediate resignation.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed the country’s internal intelligence chief for failing to prevent Hamas’s attack on October 7, 2023. The outgoing official, Bar, will step down on April 10. The decision has sparked public outrage, leading to anti-government protests in Tel Aviv, while thousands of Israelis joined demonstrations in Jerusalem against renewed Israeli airstrikes on Gaza.

Tensions between the U.S. and China have escalated under Donald Trump’s administration. A report by The New York Times claimed that Elon Musk was scheduled to brief the Pentagon on potential military conflict with China. However, Trump dismissed the claim, stating that the meeting had no connection to China. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted on X, clarifying that the agenda focused on “innovation, efficiency, and smart manufacturing.”

Hamas has released footage of its recent rocket attack on Tel Aviv, claiming it as retaliation against Israel’s alleged genocide in Gaza. The Kassam Brigades, Hamas’s military wing, announced that they launched M90 missiles targeting occupied Tel Aviv. This comes after Israel unilaterally withdrew from a ceasefire and resumed attacks on Palestinians, resulting in over 600 deaths.

BNP Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi stated that Awami League can engage in politics if its leadership is not involved in murder and looting. However, he emphasized the need for justice. “Justice must be served swiftly, and those responsible must seek public forgiveness. If the people forgive them, we have no objections,” he said, adding that true democracy can only be established through a fair election.