In Mohammadpur, recent incidents of snatchings and activities by a juvenile gang have prompted local residents to take to the streets in a torchlight procession and protest. The demonstration was organized in response to the perceived inaction of the Mohammadpur police officer in charge. Protesters have demanded the removal of the OC, issuing a 48‑hour ultimatum. They warned that if no action is taken, they would march to the police headquarters in a long procession. The demonstrators alleged that despite repeated daytime incidents involving snatching and armed attacks, the officer has continued to provide fuel to criminal activities.

Economic Advisor Dr. Salehuddin announced that the budget for FY 2025-26 will be unveiled this coming June. The government aims to bring down post-Rozar inflation to a 7–8 percent range. Speaking at a briefing at the secretariat on Tuesday, he added, “We are making relentless efforts to ensure a stable supply of essential goods so that prices remain steady, both during and after the fasting month.” He also confirmed that the government will take a firm stand against black market activities. Dr. Salehuddin noted that inflation has already dropped by 1 percent, with further reductions underway. On the issue of Trump’s grant, he assured that measures would be taken to prevent any funds that might be misused against the country.

Mahfuz Alam is set to become the new Information Adviser in the interim government following Nahid Islam’s resignation on Tuesday. A government source has confirmed that an official announcement will be made soon. Although Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam was considered for the role, he was instead promoted to Senior Secretary due to the current political climate. Mahfuz Alam, who was initially appointed as an adviser on November 10, had not been assigned any ministry until now.

Despite Nahid Islam’s resignation as an interim government adviser, Chhatra Dal General Secretary Nasir Uddin Nasir has stated that the government remains biased. He pointed out that advisers Mahfuz Alam and Asif Mahmood are de facto leaders of the new political party and are expected to participate in elections under its banner. He argued that for the government to maintain neutrality, they too should resign. The statement congratulated Nahid Islam on his decision, expressing hope that he will remain steadfast in upholding democracy and national sovereignty.

The Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET) has been shut down indefinitely for security reasons following an emergency syndicate meeting on Tuesday. All students have been instructed to vacate their dormitories by Wednesday at 10 AM. The university’s academic activities will remain suspended until further notice, according to a statement issued by KUET’s Public Relations Officer Shaheduzzaman Sheikh.

The US has imposed sanctions on four Indian companies for their involvement in selling and transporting petroleum products to Iran. According to the US State Department, the sanctioned entities include Flux Maritime LLP, BSM Marine LLP, Austinship Management Pvt Ltd, and Cosmos Lines Inc. US Treasury official Scott Bassant warned that any entity engaged in Iran’s energy sector would face similar restrictions. Additionally, firms from Hong Kong, China, and the UAE have also been sanctioned.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has urged Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus to govern firmly and remain neutral. He stated that the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government through the uprising has created an opportunity to build a new Bangladesh. Accusing Hasina of attempting to sabotage this opportunity from India by inciting chaos, Fakhrul emphasized the need for strong leadership. He also clarified that BNP seeks both elections and systemic reforms, urging supporters not to be misled.

More than 160 Palestinian healthcare workers, including over 20 doctors, remain detained in Israeli custody in Gaza, with 24 still missing. Recently released detainees have shared horrific accounts of abuse, including physical torture, beatings, and starvation. The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed deep concern over their safety, reporting that since the war began, Israeli forces have detained 297 healthcare workers from Gaza. However, the exact number of those still in detention remains unknown.

The Detective Branch (DB) has arrested two brothers, including the mastermind behind a robbery and assault incident on a Dhaka-Rajshahi-bound bus. Authorities recovered stolen cash, mobile phones, jewelry, national ID cards, and ATM cards. The gang leader, Alamgir Hossain, was apprehended in Sadhupara village, Netrokona, leading to the arrest of his brother, Rajib Hossain (21), in Ashulia, Dhaka. Both are residents of Amtali village, Daulatpur, Manikganj. Three other gang members—Mohammad Shahidul Islam Muhit (29), Mohammad Sabuj (30), and Mohammad Sharifuzzaman Sharif—were arrested earlier on Saturday morning.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a notification reassigning 82 police officers, including an Additional Inspector General of Police (AIGP), as Officers on Special Duty (OSD). The list includes AIGP Abdul Alim Mahmood, 13 DIGs, 49 Additional DIGs, and 19 Police Superintendents. A source from the ministry revealed that these officials were involved in security operations during the controversial 2018 national elections.

During a courtesy meeting with Maldivian High Commissioner Sheunine Rashid on Tuesday, Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus requested the Maldivian government to legalize undocumented Bangladeshi expatriates and recruit more Bangladeshi workers. Many Bangladeshis are currently employed in the country’s tourism and healthcare sectors. The High Commissioner thanked the Chief Adviser, highlighting that Maldivian students are pursuing higher education in Bangladesh, particularly in medical studies. She also acknowledged the growing number of Bangladeshi tourists and trade relations. This was the first time she formally expressed appreciation for Bangladesh’s role in addressing climate change.

Abdur Rahman, Secretary of the Internal Resources Division and Chairman of the National Board of Revenue (NBR), has stated that no other nation in the world pays as little tax as Bangladesh. “We have become a debt-ridden nation,” he said, adding that the country has expanded its budget every year for the past 52-53 years by taking on more loans. The burden of repaying those loans, along with accumulating interest, has now become overwhelming. He emphasized the need for increasing internal revenue through automation, revealing that out of 11.2 million TIN holders, only 4 million file tax returns, and 2.5 to 2.6 million contribute little to no tax. The NBR is now focusing on stricter enforcement to collect outstanding taxes.

Police have arrested 13 muggers in Dhaka’s Uttara area within the last 24 hours, recovering machetes, knives, iron rods, and pipes from their possession. Additionally, RAB has detained student leader Sakibul Hasan Rony, also known as “Lara De Sunny” (24), who was involved in attacks on students. The officer-in-charge of Uttara West Police Station confirmed the arrests on Tuesday. Sakibul, a leader of the banned Chhatra League’s East Thana branch and head of the Kishoregang “Lara De” gang, had allegedly led attacks in Uttara and Azimpur under instructions from former MPs Khosru Chowdhury and Habib Hasan during the July uprising.

Following his election victory, Germany’s Chancellor-elect Friedrich Merz has called for Europe to break free from US influence. According to an Al Jazeera report, preliminary results show his party secured 28.6% of the vote—the highest, but still requiring coalition partners to form a government. In an interview after the results, Merz declared that his top priority is strengthening Europe to achieve true independence from the US. He added that he did not intend to make such a strong statement initially. Previously, Elon Musk had controversially endorsed the far-right AfD party, which received 20% of the vote—something Merz did not take well.

Nahid Islam has announced that his fight is not over—it’s taking a new shape. In a Facebook post on Tuesday following his resignation as Information Adviser, he shared his resignation letter and emphasized that his battle continues in a different form. Rumors had been circulating for days about his departure, signaling the rise of a new political party. Nahid had previously stated that he would step down before joining the new party. By resigning from his roles in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications, and IT, the uprising leader has paved the way for his next move.