Delwar Hossain Delu, the Union BNP president of Feni's Pahgachhia Union, has been suspended for forcing the mothers of two teens accused of theft to be publicly humiliated. The incident occurred when the mothers were subjected to this punishment in front of hundreds of people for allegedly stealing pigeons and chickens. The video of the incident went viral on social media.

Following an attack on Hasnat Abdullah’s vehicle in Chandna Chourasta area, police conducted an overnight operation in several locations. Hasnat, returning from an event in Salna, Gazipur, was injured when his car was attacked by a group of 4 to 5 motorbikes. The police escorted him to Dhaka under protection. So far, 54 suspects have been arrested in connection with the attack, and the operation continues.

The Health Sector Reform Commission has submitted a report to Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus, recommending that primary healthcare be made a constitutional right. Professor Abul Kalam Azad, head of the commission, stated that despite a limited budget, this is achievable. The commission also proposed the creation of a new "Primary Healthcare Law," which would define citizens' rights to free primary healthcare and the state's responsibilities. Additionally, it was recommended that antibiotics only be prescribed by MBBS doctors, and the prices of medicines, tests, and doctor consultation fees be regulated.

Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh has published the names and details of 93 individuals killed during the May 5, 2013, rally in Shapla Square. The list is considered preliminary, and the number may increase after further verification. The human rights organization "Adhikar" had reported 61 fatalities related to Hefazat's program. The list includes the names, addresses, and family details of the victims, most of whom were young.

The Sudanese Foreign Ministry has accused the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of killing 300 civilians in Al-Nahud, located in the Kordofan region. The RSF announced they had taken control of the region after a day of fighting with South Sudanese forces. The Foreign Ministry has called on the UN Security Council and international organizations to abandon their complacent attitude toward the RSF.

In the past 24 hours, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least 40 Palestinians, bringing the total death toll since October 2023 to 52,535. An additional 125 people were injured, raising the total number of wounded to 118,491. Many people are still trapped under rubble, with rescue teams unable to reach them due to ongoing destruction.

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Sunday that Russia has enough power and resources to bring the war in Ukraine to a "logical conclusion" without the use of nuclear weapons. Reflecting on his 25 years in power, Putin said, "I do not consider myself a politician. I still breathe the same air as millions of Russians." Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed frustration over the lack of progress in peace talks to end the war.

Activist and writer Pinaki Bhattacharya wrote on Facebook, “Hasnat Abdullah embodies the spirit of the July Revolution. An attack on him is an attack on the spirit of the revolution. Protecting Hasnat Abdullah is our collective responsibility. If I were in the country, I would have protected him with my own body. Those who are in the country should protect him the same way.” Hasnat Abdullah’s car was attacked in Gazipur on Sunday.

Chinmoy Das, the spokesperson for the Sanatani Jagarone Jot, has been ordered to be arrested in the lawyer Alif murder case in Chittagong. He appeared virtually from jail during the hearing. The police had previously filed for his arrest on Sunday in connection with the murder of lawyer Alif, which occurred on November 26 last year. The attack followed the denial of bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das, spokesperson of the Sanatani Jagaron Mancha, during a clash at the Khalur shop in the Feni region.

Hefazat-e-Islam has filed two specific charges against those involved in the Shapla Square killings, including senior law enforcement officials and Imran H. Sarker. Nine individuals, including Sheikh Hasina, have been named in the case. Of these, four have been arrested in various cases, while arrest warrants have been issued for five others, including Hasina. A hearing is scheduled for May 12, and the case is currently under investigation. The chief prosecutor stated that this was one of the most significant human rights violations and crimes against humanity in Bangladesh's history, and after careful review, the tribunal has recognized this incident as a crime against humanity, ordering an investigation.

Mohammad Adnan Saif, a student of the Physics Department and a member of the Chhatra League at Jahangirnagar University, who was temporarily expelled due to accusations related to the July attack, attended the university's exams. Following the incident, 259 students were temporarily expelled by the authorities. Among the expelled students from the Physics Department, Adnan Saif’s name appeared in the eighth position. His participation in the exam has sparked outrage among students. Professor Salauddin commented, “I am not sure whether Saif attended the exam. However, this morning, he and a few classmates came to me. He claimed he was not involved in the attack but participated in the anti-discrimination movement. He provided some photos and a written application, which I have sent to the Vice-Chancellor.”

Starting Monday, nearly 400,000 government primary school teachers will engage in an hour-long work stoppage demanding their promotion to the 11th grade. Previously, the government had agreed to upgrade assistant teachers to the 12th grade, but the teachers now demand at least the 11th grade for their pay. The strike will continue until May 15th, with plans for escalating protests through May 26th if their demands are not met.

The Israeli military has announced plans to activate thousands of reserve forces in the coming days, who may be deployed directly to Gaza or other fronts like Lebanon, the West Bank, and Syria. This move comes as Israel prepares for an escalation in Gaza, with plans to bring in 400,000 reserve soldiers. This has put additional pressure on the country’s labor market as many workers lose their jobs.

Indian opposition parties have accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of orchestrating the Pahalgam attack as a 'false flag operation' to gain political advantage ahead of the upcoming Bihar elections. The opposition also criticized the media’s portrayal of the incident, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi planning to visit the affected families, while senior journalist Archana Tiwari condemned the media's biased coverage.

In protest against the murder of Maulana Rais Uddin, a prominent imam, the Ahle Sunnat Wal Jama'at Bangladesh has announced plans for a nationwide road and highway blockade. Rais, the imam of a mosque in Pubail, was brutally tortured and handed over to the police by local elements on Sunday, where he later died in custody. His supporters are demanding justice, with no arrests made so far.