Senior Supreme Court lawyer and Jamaat-e-Islami executive council member Shishir Monir has alleged that the government is opposing major reforms introduced by the interim administration. Speaking at a press briefing in front of the Supreme Court annex building on Monday, he said that despite claims of accepting many ordinances, initiatives have been taken to repeal several key reform ordinances. Monir listed the referendum ordinance, judges’ appointment ordinance, separate judicial secretariat ordinance, enforced disappearance commission ordinance, human rights commission ordinance, and banking reform ordinance among those facing repeal. He argued that such actions amount to denying the 18-month achievements of the government formed after the July uprising. According to him, of the 133 ordinances placed before the national parliament, 12 are proposed to lapse, three to be repealed, 13 to be reformulated, 74 to be passed as they are, and 31 to be amended later. A special committee has been formed to review these ordinances and is expected to submit its report by the second of the month. Monir warned that repealing the referendum ordinance would undermine the July Charter Implementation Order and related electoral provisions, calling the move an “aborted step.”

A special team of RAB-5 recovered nine kilograms and 150 grams of gunpowder along with bomb-making materials during a raid in Shibganj upazila of Chapainawabganj. The operation took place on Sunday night in an orchard at Kathanipara area under Ghorapakhia Union, following a tip-off. The information was confirmed in a press release issued by the RAB-5 Chapainawabganj camp on Monday afternoon. According to the RAB statement, the raid was led by company commander Fahaduzzaman Akand. No suspects were detained during the operation. The seized explosives were later handed over to Shibganj Police Station. Sub-inspector Abdul Alim of Shibganj police confirmed that the materials were deposited under a general diary entry and that legal action would follow. Authorities have not yet identified those responsible for storing the explosives, and further investigation is expected to determine their source and intended use.

An Iranian attack destroyed a US Air Force E-3 Sentry radar aircraft at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, raising concerns about Washington’s ability to monitor threats from Iran. Analysts said the loss could weaken the United States’ long-range detection and control capabilities in the Middle East. CNN’s analysis of satellite images showed the aircraft’s tail broken and its distinctive radar dome collapsed on the ground. Former US Colonel Cedric Leighton described the incident as a major blow to American surveillance operations, warning that it could complicate the control of combat aircraft and their defense against enemy missiles. The E-3 Sentry, part of the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS), has long been a key component of US military intelligence, capable of monitoring up to 120,000 square miles of airspace. The US operates 17 such aircraft. CNN confirmed the strike location through satellite imagery and reported that at least ten US service members were injured, though no fatalities occurred.

A severe fuel shortage has hit Rupsa upazila in Khulna, causing major disruptions for residents and transport workers. Two local fuel stations, Monir Uddin Fuel Station and Kazi Sobhan Pump, are struggling to maintain adequate supply. Long queues of motorcycles, private cars, and other vehicles have formed, with many drivers waiting two to three hours only to receive limited amounts of fuel worth 100 to 200 taka. In some cases, supplies run out after serving a few hundred vehicles, leaving others without fuel. The manager of Kazi Sobhan Pump said they are receiving very small quantities of fuel from the company, far below local demand, forcing them to ration distribution. Frustrated customers reported losing valuable time and income due to the shortage. Some locals suspect that a syndicate might be behind the crisis, though no clear information has emerged. Meanwhile, fuel is reportedly available at retail shops for 200 to 220 taka per liter after bargaining. The situation has raised concerns about supply chain irregularities and the lack of transparency in fuel distribution in the area.

Myanmar’s military chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing has resigned to contest in the country’s upcoming presidential election. The announcement came on Monday in Naypyidaw, where Hlaing formally handed over his position as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces to General Ye Win Oo, an experienced officer. Ye Win Oo, who was appointed intelligence chief in 2020, was promoted earlier this month to lead the military. On the same day, Myanmar’s newly elected lower house of parliament nominated two vice-presidential candidates, including Hlaing. The upper house will nominate another candidate, and the combined parliament will later vote to elect one of the three as president. The date for the vote has not yet been announced. The election, held under military control, was the first since the 2021 coup that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi’s government and triggered civil war. The military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party won a majority, though the United Nations and several Western countries have dismissed the polls as a sham.

Assistant Sub-Inspector Jahangir Alam testified as the second witness in the murder case of Imam Hasan Taim, son of a police officer, at the International Crimes Tribunal-2 in Dhaka. He stated that Taim’s body was brought to the Rajarbagh Jame Mosque on July 21, 2024, after the July uprising. During the ritual washing, he observed multiple bullet wounds on the body, which appeared to have been caused by shotgun fire. The body was later handed over to Taim’s father, Moinal Hossain. Two more witnesses also gave statements. Sub-Inspector Delwar Hossain said he was assigned to handle cases involving injured or deceased police personnel during the July movement. He recounted finding Taim’s body at a morgue near the new building of Dhaka Medical College Hospital after being informed that the victim had been shot. Inspector Nizam Uddin confirmed that the inquest report was prepared on July 21 in their presence. The testimonies detailed the condition of the body and the official procedures followed after the incident.

Cumilla-4 Member of Parliament Hasnat Abdullah made a remark directed at Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed during a supplementary question in the fourth sitting of the first session of the 13th National Parliament on Monday, March 30, 2026. Hasnat said he often feels hesitant to ask questions because the minister tends to issue notices afterward. The Home Minister responded by wishing Hasnat Abdullah a bright future. During the exchange, Hasnat Abdullah did not initially use the customary honorific term while addressing the minister, later acknowledging the mistake and admitting it was an oversight. He also noted that he is 27 and a half years old, while the minister has been in parliament since 1991, adding that he was born in 1998 and is willing to correct conventional errors. The first session of the 13th National Parliament began on March 12, 2026, marking the context for this exchange between the two lawmakers.

A Jamalpur court has ordered 31 Awami League leaders and activists from Madarganj and Bakshiganj upazilas to be sent to jail after rejecting their bail petitions. The group, including Madarganj Upazila Awami League General Secretary and former Upazila Chairman Obaidur Rahman Belal, surrendered before the court on Monday and sought bail. Chief Judicial Magistrate Rumana Akter of the Jamalpur District Judge Court issued the order following a hearing. According to court sources, 27 of the accused are from Madarganj and four from Bakshiganj. The Madarganj group faced four cases, including two filed by local BNP leaders Hafizur Rahman Saku and Abdullah Al Mamun, and one under the Anti-Terrorism Act. The prosecution opposed the bail petitions, and after hearing both sides, the court denied bail and ordered imprisonment. Court Inspector Md. Abul Hossain confirmed that all 31 individuals were sent to jail following the court’s decision.

Italian Ambassador to Bangladesh Antonio Alessandro and Pakistani High Commissioner Imran Haider met with Prime Minister’s Defense Adviser Dr. AKM Shamsul Islam at his office in the Armed Forces Division in Dhaka Cantonment. The meeting took place on Monday, according to a press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). During the courtesy meeting, the envoys and the adviser discussed various issues of mutual interest. They expressed optimism about strengthening bilateral military relations and strategic cooperation between Bangladesh and their respective countries. The ISPR statement highlighted that the discussions reflected a shared interest in enhancing defense and strategic ties, though no further details were provided about specific agreements or future initiatives.

Nobel Peace Prize laureate and former Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has returned to Dhaka after a six-day visit to Japan. During the trip, he attended the ‘Harmony by Design: Asia Dialogue’ organized by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation in Tokyo, where he exchanged views with regional leaders including former Thai Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai. He also presented a keynote at the ‘Next Generation Asia Peacebuilding’ forum, urging youth to link economic opportunities with peace through social business. Professor Yunus met with former First Lady Akie Abe and senior foundation members, and held discussions with Japanese investors on expanding zero-cost migration opportunities for Bangladeshi workers. He joined a roundtable on ethical migration under the GEMS-Net initiative and participated in a social business discussion at the United Nations University. At the Yunus Global Forum 2026, he spoke on building a “Three Zero World” — zero poverty, zero unemployment, and zero net carbon emissions. He also visited Sakai city in Ibaraki Prefecture, where he discussed the “Three Zero Smart City” concept and met local officials and students. Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama hosted a dinner expressing interest in stronger bilateral cooperation.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to hold a meeting with administrators of 42 newly appointed district councils on Monday night at 8:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the BNP chairperson and prime minister’s political office in Gulshan, Dhaka, according to information from the Prime Minister’s Office. Administrators from across the country have already arrived in Dhaka to attend the session. A district council member, who requested anonymity, said this is the first time the prime minister has called them since their appointment, though the purpose of the meeting has not been disclosed. Sources at the Prime Minister’s Office indicated that Rahman will provide guidance on various administrative matters, particularly focusing on development activities in the districts. He is expected to listen to the administrators’ plans and share his own development strategies. The government appointed new administrators to 42 district councils on March 15, marking the first major reshuffle in these local bodies under the current administration.

Bangladesh’s Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed told the National Parliament on Monday that there will be no ‘mob culture’ in the country. He also warned that road blockades in the name of pressing demands will not be allowed. The minister made these remarks while responding to a supplementary question from independent lawmaker Rumin Farhana during the parliamentary question session. Rumin Farhana had raised concerns about past incidents of enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and custodial torture, and referred to mob violence between September 2024 and January 2026 that reportedly caused over 250 deaths. In response, the minister said he did not have statistics for that period but asserted that no mob incidents had occurred since his government took office. He emphasized that not all violent incidents should be labeled as mob actions, citing examples of organized crimes that are under investigation. The minister further stated that while democratic demands can be expressed through proper channels such as seminars or public gatherings, blocking highways to press demands will no longer be tolerated.

A Jamalpur court has sentenced Aminul Islam to death for murdering his wife, Sujana Akter, in a dowry-related case. The verdict was delivered on Monday morning by Judge Muhammad Abdur Rahim of the Women and Children Repression Prevention Tribunal-1. The court also fined Aminul Islam 100,000 taka, ordering the amount to be paid to the victim’s parents. According to the prosecution, Aminul Islam, son of Md. Amjal from Beluar Char in Dewanganj upazila, married Sujana Akter, daughter of Suruj Mia from Taliapara in Bakshiganj upazila. Although dowry was given at the time of marriage, Aminul later demanded an additional 20,000 taka. When the demand was not met, he physically assaulted his wife on April 24, 2022. Sujana was taken to Bakshiganj Upazila Health Complex, where she died the following day. Her father subsequently filed a murder case with Dewanganj Model Police Station. The court found Aminul Islam guilty beyond reasonable doubt based on testimonies from 13 witnesses and issued the death sentence in his presence.

The Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations for this year are expected to begin on June 7, according to a preliminary decision by the Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee. The proposed date was set during a meeting of board chairmen held on March 29 at the Ministry of Education’s Secondary and Higher Education Division. The final schedule will be prepared after receiving approval from the education ministry. A board chairman confirmed that the date was chosen based on the education minister’s latest guidance and overall considerations. Once approved, the final timetable will be published soon. The meeting also decided that from this year, all nine general education boards will conduct the HSC exams using a uniform question paper. Previously, only the madrasa and technical boards used common question papers. With this decision, all 11 education boards in the country will now hold examinations under a unified question format.

A Dhaka court has granted a six-day remand for dismissed Lieutenant Colonel Md. Afzal Naser in connection with the murder of Delwar Hossain during the July uprising in Mirpur. The order was issued on Monday, March 30, 2026, by Metropolitan Magistrate Md. Hasib Ullah Piyash after the Detective Branch (DB) police sought a seven-day remand for interrogation. Naser was arrested earlier that morning from his residence in Mirpur DOHS. According to the case documents, on July 19, 2024, Delwar Hossain was shot during a protest supporting the student movement at Mirpur-10 allegedly under Naser’s direction. He later died on July 21 while undergoing treatment at a hospital. The prosecution argued that Naser had previously assisted the then government in suppressing opposition activities and requested remand for further investigation. The defense sought bail and cancellation of the remand request, which the court rejected. Investigators stated that preliminary evidence links Naser to the incident and that police interrogation is necessary to uncover the full circumstances of the killing.