The government of Uttar Pradesh has announced new directives regarding Eid al-Adha prayers and animal sacrifices. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated that animal sacrifices will not be allowed in open or public spaces, and roads cannot be blocked for Eid prayers. He emphasized a policy of zero tolerance against the sacrifice of prohibited animals and instructed that prayers must be performed only at designated and traditional locations. During a high-level law and order review meeting held via video conference, Adityanath directed district administrations to ensure that sacrifices take place only at pre-approved sites. He also ordered that no new customs or practices be introduced during the festival. Legal slaughterhouses must not exceed their approved capacity for holding animals, and authorities were told to maintain security, cleanliness, and electricity supply during the celebrations. The directives aim to ensure orderly observance of Eid al-Adha across the state while maintaining public safety and adherence to existing regulations.

Cattle markets across Dhaka have begun to fill up ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, with traders bringing cows, goats, and buffaloes from districts including Kushtia, Rajshahi, Jhenaidah, Pabna, and Chuadanga. Field visits show a clear dominance of locally raised cattle this year, while Indian cattle are comparatively scarce. Traders reported low buyer turnout in recent days but expect full-scale trading to begin Monday as government and private offices close for the holiday. At major markets such as Uttara’s Diabari and Gabtoli, thousands of local cows have arrived. Farmers like Ziaur Rahman from Kushtia and Anwar Molla from Rajshahi expressed optimism that sales will pick up once buyers start visiting. Some traders have already sold a few animals at modest profits, while others await the main rush. Buyers noted slightly higher prices than last year, with most preferred cows priced between one and 2.5 lakh taka. Large animals such as the Brahma bull “Sultan Bhai,” sold for 8.5 lakh taka, and other giant cattle from Barishal drew crowds. However, late afternoon rain left markets muddy and temporarily empty of buyers.

An armed group carried out a coordinated attack on temporary RAB and police camps in the remote Jungle Salimpur area of Sitakunda, Chattogram, late Sunday night. Before the assault, the attackers used an excavator to cut roads at five points, creating deep trenches to block vehicle movement. The attack began around 1 a.m., with automatic weapons fired at both the Jungle Salimpur and nearby Alinagar camps. RAB officials said the attackers aimed to isolate the camps and launch a sudden assault under cover of darkness and rain. RAB and police sources reported that the attackers used heavy firearms resembling AK-47s, and the exchange of gunfire lasted until about 3:30 a.m. The following morning, over 500 members of the joint forces began a large-scale operation on foot, as vehicles could not pass the damaged roads. Officials described the incident as one of the most organized acts of hill sabotage in recent times. Authorities believe the attack was long-planned and linked to tensions over upcoming government development projects in the area. Security forces have regained control of the area and are working to identify those involved. The home minister was scheduled to visit Jungle Salimpur on May 31, just days after the attack.

At least 11 people were killed and seven others injured when a speeding van collided with a passenger bus in the Ismaila area of the Swat Expressway in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The incident occurred when the bus was parked on the roadside and the van, reportedly out of control, struck it from behind. The information was reported by local media outlet Samaa TV. According to motorway police, rescue teams and officers reached the scene immediately after receiving the report and began rescue operations. The bodies of the deceased and the injured were taken to Mardan Medical Complex for treatment. Police sources said the bus was traveling from Karachi to Buner, while the van was en route from Rawalpindi to Dir. Officials stated that an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the crash, though initial findings suggest driver negligence as the primary reason.

Two Awami League leaders who fled Bangladesh after the July Revolution and took refuge in India have been arrested by Kolkata Police and placed on seven-day remand. According to diplomatic sources, the arrests occurred on May 20 during a police operation on Marquis Street targeting alleged illegal Bangladeshi entrants. The detainees were identified as Ahad Bappi, general secretary of Banshal Thana Jubo League, and Rohanul Islam, organizational secretary of Savar Thana Chhatra League. A case was filed against them under illegal entry charges, and they were taken into police custody for interrogation. The arrests have caused concern among other Awami League leaders currently residing in Kolkata. Despite efforts by influential party members to secure their release, the attempts reportedly failed. The incident follows the formation of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in West Bengal, which has launched special operations to locate alleged Bangladeshi infiltrators. Uncertainty remains over the fate of hundreds of Awami League leaders who sought refuge in West Bengal after the July Revolution, as the new state government has not clarified its stance on their status.

The Teknaf border in Cox’s Bazar has become a major national security concern as local and Rohingya armed groups form hybrid criminal networks operating from remote hill areas such as Baharchhara, Hnila, and Whykong. These groups use the terrain as cover to conduct kidnappings and human trafficking, turning the region into a hub of violence. Equipped with laptops, routers, and solar power, they monitor law enforcement and victims’ families in real time, escalating torture when police or journalists are contacted. Despite joint operations rescuing many victims between September 2025 and April 2026, fear persists among farmers and laborers. Reports describe brutal ransom tactics, including cutting victims’ fingers or hands to pressure families. The violence has created widespread psychological trauma and economic paralysis in rural communities. Law enforcement faces challenges due to the criminals’ use of jammers and vantage points. The article calls for large-scale military intervention, advanced surveillance technologies, and stronger intelligence networks inside and around Rohingya camps. The author argues that securing Teknaf’s border is vital for national stability. Without decisive state action, the area risks becoming a base for larger transnational criminal operations.

India has increased petrol and diesel prices again, marking the fourth hike in two weeks. On Monday, petrol prices rose by 2.61 rupees per litre and diesel by 2.71 rupees per litre. Consumers began paying the new rates the same day. The latest adjustment follows a previous increase on Saturday, when petrol went up by 87 paise and diesel by 97 paise. The repeated fuel price hikes come amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, which have raised concerns about rising costs of essential goods in India. In Delhi, the new prices stand at 102.12 rupees per litre for petrol and 95.20 rupees for diesel. Kolkata recorded the highest rates, with petrol priced at 113.51 rupees and diesel at 99.82 rupees per litre. The continued upward trend in fuel prices has sparked fears of inflationary pressure on daily commodities, though no official response or policy statement was mentioned in the report.

An Indian citizen, Nikhil Gupta, has confessed in a Manhattan federal court to conspiring to assassinate Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a US citizen and leader of the Khalistan separatist movement. Gupta admitted that he acted under the direction of an officer from India’s foreign intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), which operates under the Prime Minister’s Office. The confession has caused diplomatic concern and renewed pressure on India. The court is scheduled to deliver its verdict on May 29, with Gupta facing 19 to 23 years in prison and a fine of up to $500,000. The US Department of Justice alleged that the plot was not a rogue operation but a targeted assassination attempt involving an Indian government employee, Vikas Yadav, who allegedly recruited Gupta in 2023. India has not issued an official statement, though a high-level committee was formed to investigate the matter. Media reports suggested involvement of “rogue elements,” but the findings were not made public. The case has strained India’s relations with the US and other Western nations, reviving scrutiny of India’s intelligence operations abroad. Following Gupta’s plea, the US Justice Department may now seek Yadav’s extradition under the bilateral treaty, though no formal request has yet been made.

A young farmer named Alamin from Monohardi in Narsingdi repaid his unpaid train fares after ten years by purchasing 127 tickets worth Tk 10,160 from the Narsingdi railway station on May 24, 2026. He had frequently traveled between Narsingdi and Dhaka without tickets over the past decade while attending political events. The payment was made to station master Abdul Mannan in the presence of railway officials and Alamin’s associates. Alamin, the youngest of five siblings from Charmandalya village, said financial hardship and fear of police had often prevented him from buying tickets during his student years. A devoted supporter of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), he regularly joined party programs in Dhaka. Recently, remorse over his past actions led him to repay the government by buying the equivalent number of tickets. He even took a bank loan to make the payment. Station master Abdul Mannan praised Alamin’s honesty, calling his action a rare example of integrity and civic responsibility.

The Prime Minister’s Press Wing has announced a press conference to mark the completion of 100 days of the BNP government led by Tarique Rahman. The event is scheduled to take place on Monday at 3 p.m. in the ‘Korobi’ Hall of the Prime Minister’s Office in Tejgaon. According to the announcement, the press conference will be attended by the Prime Minister’s Adviser and Spokesperson of the Prime Minister’s Office, Mahdi Amin, Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumman, and other members of the Press Wing. The event is being organized as part of the government’s communication activities to highlight its first 100 days in office. The announcement did not specify the topics to be discussed or whether the Prime Minister herself will attend the briefing.

National Citizen Party (NCP) central joint secretary Tariq Reza was released on bail on Monday morning after being detained by police. He had been arrested on Sunday evening from in front of a community center on Kobi Sukanta Road in Jhenaidah town. According to the report, Tariq Reza and National Youth Power organizer Ayon were both accused in the same case. However, Ayon did not receive bail. The bail hearing for both was conducted by NCP’s legal team, including Law Secretary Advocate Zahirul Islam Musa, Assistant Law Secretary Advocate Humayra Noor, and several other lawyers. The article did not specify the nature of the case or the charges against the two political figures, leaving details of the legal proceedings unclear.

Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv early Sunday, killing at least four people and injuring more than a hundred, according to local authorities. The assault, described as one of the biggest since the war began over four years ago, caused widespread damage to homes, schools, museums, theaters, and other buildings. Residents took shelter in underground metro stations as explosions echoed across the city, while rescue teams worked to extinguish fires and clear debris. The Russian military said it used nuclear-capable hypersonic 'Oreshnik' missiles, though without nuclear warheads. The attack followed President Vladimir Putin’s warning of retaliation for a recent Ukrainian strike that killed 21 people in Russian-controlled eastern Ukraine. Ukraine’s air force reported intercepting 549 of about 600 drones and 55 of 90 missiles. European leaders condemned the assault, with EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen calling it an act of desperation, and French and German leaders criticizing Russia’s escalation. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Western allies for stronger air defense support, while Albania summoned the Russian ambassador after its envoy’s residence in Kyiv was damaged. Other Ukrainian regions, including Kharkiv and Kherson, also came under attack.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a deal to end the conflict with Iran could be reached as early as today. Speaking in New Delhi, Rubio noted that progress might have been made overnight or earlier in the day but cautioned against drawing conclusions too soon. He expressed confidence that Iran would enter into a serious and meaningful discussion on its nuclear issue. Rubio reaffirmed Israel’s right to self-defense, stating that the country has the full right to respond or prevent attacks if Hezbollah launches or attempts to launch missiles against it. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump stated that Washington would not rush into any new agreement with Iran. In a post on his Truth Social account, Trump said that the US naval blockade on Iran would remain fully in place until any deal is finalized, certified, and signed. The statements highlight both cautious optimism and continued pressure as diplomatic efforts toward an Iran deal appear to intensify.

Two liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers have crossed the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz en route to Pakistan and China, according to a Reuters report citing maritime tracking data. The Bahamas-flagged LNG tanker 'Fuwairit' is currently passing through the strait and is scheduled to unload its cargo in Pakistan by Tuesday. The vessel had loaded LNG at Qatar’s Ras Laffan terminal in March. Reuters further reported that another LNG tanker, 'Al Rayyan', also successfully crossed the same maritime route. After loading LNG from Ras Laffan, the ship was last seen in the Persian Gulf on May 22 and is now located beyond the Strait of Hormuz between Oman and Iran. It is expected to reach China by June 27. The report, based on data from Kepler and LSEG, highlights the continued flow of Qatari LNG shipments through one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.

A commentary published on 25 May 2026 in the newspaper Amar Desh argues that the political changes following the so-called July revolution have allowed greater public accountability in Bangladesh. The writer claims that citizens can now openly criticize the government and demand justice, citing the prime minister’s visit to the family of a murdered child as an example of a new, more responsive leadership. The article contrasts this with previous regimes, which the author describes as repressive and unaccountable. The piece discusses the rise of mob justice and mob violence, linking them to long-standing failures in the judicial system. It references incidents in Chattogram and at a school where public anger erupted due to perceived impunity for crimes such as rape and child abuse. The author distinguishes between spontaneous public outrage and politically motivated violence, suggesting that some groups exploit unrest to discredit the current administration. The commentary concludes that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s government, described as born of the July revolution, must identify instigators of violence and maintain stability despite internal and external challenges.