Several Muslim-majority countries, including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, Palestine, and Gambia, have expressed full support for Bangladesh’s candidacy for the presidency of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The assurance came during meetings held in Jeddah on the sidelines of an emergency session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), where Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman met with diplomats from these nations. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, senior officials from the supporting countries conveyed their backing and discussed bilateral and mutual interests with the Bangladeshi delegation. The government of Bangladesh has nominated Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman as its candidate for the UNGA presidency election scheduled for June. OIC representatives also congratulated Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on his party’s electoral victory and expressed optimism about Bangladesh’s political stability and development under his leadership. The ministry statement added that the participating leaders praised Bangladesh’s steadfast commitment to the Palestinian cause and reaffirmed their collective support for its UN candidacy.

The Asian Human Rights Organization has expressed deep concern over reports of killings, rape, and attacks across Bangladesh linked to the upcoming 2026 parliamentary election. In a statement issued on Friday, the organization highlighted the growing political violence following the announcement of the election schedule and urged authorities to ensure the safety of women, children, and the general public. Secretary General Nazrul Islam Babul referenced the student protests of August 2024, noting that over two thousand students had lost their lives in earlier movements against inequality. He warned that Bangladesh could face long-term consequences if the aspirations of the student movement are ignored. Babul also cited recent incidents, including the killing of a student in Dhaka and the gang rape and murder of a woman in Narsingdi, as signs of a deteriorating situation. The organization condemned remarks by ruling party lawmaker Mobashwer Alam Bhuiyan, who allegedly threatened collective divorce against supporters of opposition candidates, calling such statements clear human rights violations. It urged the government to take strong action to uphold human rights and public safety.

State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M. Rashiduzzaman Millat announced that the government is committed to ensuring halal animal protein such as meat, milk, and eggs reach people at affordable prices. He made the statement on Friday, February 27, 2026, while inaugurating a distribution program at Dewanganj Kamil Madrasa field in Jamalpur, aimed at supporting low-income families during the holy month of Ramadan. The minister explained that demand for animal products rises during Ramadan, increasing financial pressure on poor households. To address this, the government has launched the initiative to make these essential items available at fair prices. Temporary sales centers have been set up across the upazila to distribute the products daily within fixed hours. According to the announcement, the program will continue until the 27th of Ramadan, ensuring that a large number of people can access affordable meat, milk, and eggs throughout the period.

Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam Bangladesh has expressed deep concern and outrage over the brutal rape and murder of a child in Madhabdi, Narsingdi. In a statement issued to the media on Friday, the organization’s president Shaikhul Hadis Maulana Ubaidullah Faruq and secretary general Maulana Manjurul Islam Afendi strongly condemned the incident and demanded the immediate arrest and maximum punishment of the perpetrators. The leaders described the crime as a grave affront to humanity, morality, and law, saying it has shocked and saddened the entire nation. They emphasized that ensuring children’s safety is a paramount duty of both the state and society, and called for a fair, swift, and influence-free judicial process to prevent such heinous acts in the future. The statement urged all sections of society to unite in a social movement against child abuse and violence, stressing the importance of moral education, religious values, and family awareness. The leaders prayed for the deceased child’s soul and requested the government to ensure a fair investigation, speedy trial, and protection for the victim’s family while strengthening child protection nationwide.

Siam alias Imon, arrested in connection with the murder of schoolgirl Shahriar Sharmin Binti in Hazaribagh, has confessed to the crime before a Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate court on Friday, February 27, 2026. The confession was recorded by Magistrate Dilruba Afroz Tithi, confirmed by SI Abul Basar of the prosecution division. Siam was arrested by the Detective Branch police on Thursday morning from the Kathalbagan area and later produced before the court, where he voluntarily admitted his involvement. According to the case details, Binti, a student of Rayerbazar High School, was attacked on Wednesday night near Haidar Hotel in Hazaribagh. CCTV footage showed her walking with Siam shortly before the incident. During an argument, Siam allegedly stabbed her multiple times with a sharp knife and fled the scene. Locals rescued the injured girl and took her to Sikder Medical and later to Dhaka Medical College Hospital, where doctors declared her dead. Following the incident, Binti’s father, Md. Billal Hossain, filed a murder case at Hazaribagh Police Station on February 26, 2026.

A Delhi court on Friday granted major legal relief to former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia in the excise policy corruption case. The court refused to accept the chargesheet filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and discharged both leaders from the case. Along with them, former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao’s daughter K. Kavitha and 21 others were also given a clean chit. The CBI announced it would immediately appeal the trial court’s decision before the Delhi High Court, arguing that several key aspects of the investigation were overlooked. During the hearing, Special Judge Jitendra Singh criticized the CBI’s investigation, noting inconsistencies and lack of strong evidence against Kejriwal and Sisodia. The court observed that the charges were inconsistent with the rule of law and lacked concrete proof. Following the verdict, Kejriwal became emotional outside the Rouse Avenue Court and said the judgment proved both he and Sisodia were honest, describing the Aam Aadmi Party as a “deeply honest” organization.

Education Minister A N M Ehsanul Haque Milon has stated that teachers cannot engage in any other profession without prior permission from the relevant authorities. He warned that if anyone is found involved in another profession without approval, investigations will be conducted and necessary actions will follow. The minister made these remarks on Friday after attending a monthly coordination and law and order committee meeting at the Kachua Upazila Parishad auditorium in Chandpur. During his discussion with journalists, the minister expressed hope that teachers would devote full attention to classrooms to ensure quality education for students. Addressing the issue of teacher recruitment, he said that the previous government had not appointed enough teachers for a long time, which continues to affect the education system. He added that there are specific rules governing the education sector and requested two to four months to bring visible changes. The minister’s comments highlight the government’s focus on improving teacher accountability and strengthening the education system through stricter adherence to professional regulations.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Jahir Uddin Swapan announced that the government will take steps to protect citizens from misinformation. He made the statement on Friday at the Barishal Circuit House after a law and order meeting with district-level officials. The minister said that accountability and maximum freedom of information will be ensured based on input from journalists and other stakeholders. Swapan added that the government has made a policy decision to waive agricultural loans and will soon launch pilot projects for family and agriculture cards. He attended the meeting to advise on the swift and accurate implementation of these initiatives in the district. He also discussed the district’s law and order situation and said he would speak with the law minister about a recent incident involving lawyers and a judge in Barishal court. The minister noted that the information ministry was established before the rise of technology-based media and that adaptation to the modern digital ecosystem has been slow. He emphasized the need to ensure free access to information through gradual policy discussions.

The Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) organized a protest rally and assembly on Friday demanding exemplary punishment for recent incidents of rape, murder, and violence across Bangladesh, including Narsingdi, and called for stronger measures to ensure women’s safety. The rally began after Friday prayers at the university’s central mosque and ended at the Raju Memorial Sculpture, where student leaders expressed deep concern over the country’s law and order situation. DUCSU Vice President Abu Sadiq Kayem said that after the recent election, citizens expected rule of law and security from the new government, but rising incidents of rape, murder, extortion, and terrorism have created fear. He alleged that some influential political figures were protecting offenders and demanded impartial investigations and exemplary punishment. Other DUCSU leaders, including GS S.M. Farhad and AGS Mohiuddin Khan, criticized the government’s inaction and urged the media to focus on investigative reporting. Speakers warned that if visible progress in justice is not achieved soon, students nationwide would launch a mass movement demanding accountability and protection for women.

Bangladesh has strongly condemned Israel’s new law aimed at annexing occupied Palestinian territories. Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman made the statement while addressing the open executive committee meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) at the ministerial level in Jeddah. The condemnation was detailed in a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday, February 27, 2026. The minister said the law seeks to alter the legal and demographic character of Palestinian lands, including Al-Quds Al-Sharif, and expressed deep concern that measures such as easing land purchases and opening land registration in the West Bank expose Palestinian landowners to intimidation and harassment. He reaffirmed that establishing an independent and sovereign State of Palestine with East Jerusalem as its capital, based on the 1967 borders, is the only sustainable solution to the ongoing crisis. He also called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, unrestricted access for humanitarian workers, and urgent aid delivery to affected civilians. On the sidelines, the minister held bilateral meetings with counterparts from Pakistan, Gambia, Palestine, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, who congratulated Bangladesh on its recent national election and expressed interest in closer cooperation.

Water Resources Minister Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee MP visited the crop protection embankments at Sonamrol and Chandrasonarthal haors in Dharmapasha upazila of Sunamganj on February 27, 2026. During the inspection, he emphasized that the embankment project is vital for the haor region and that retaining water through irrigation could significantly boost agricultural productivity. He stated that the government is committed to ensuring the project is completed efficiently and free from corruption. The minister noted that several submerged embankments in the haor areas require annual repairs, which have already contributed to increased crop yields. He said the government attaches top priority to the project as the haor region plays a key role in achieving national food self-sufficiency. Acting on the Prime Minister’s directive, he personally inspected the work to ensure quality and progress. He added that public vigilance and cooperation are essential to prevent corruption and protect the government’s reputation. The minister expressed optimism that all development work would be implemented responsibly and in close connection with local communities.

Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir announced that local government elections in Bangladesh will be held on schedule. He made the statement on Friday, February 27, 2026, while speaking to journalists after inaugurating the foundation stone of a multistoried building at Hajipara Hafezia Madrasa in Thakurgaon. Mirza Fakhrul said the new government is working to make long-deteriorated state institutions functional and institutional again. He criticized the previous government, describing it as fascist and accusing it of weakening and disabling various state bodies. The minister emphasized that rebuilding these institutions, ensuring accountability, and restoring good governance are major challenges for the current administration. He also expressed gratitude to the people of Thakurgaon for their support and trust, saying he intends to work responsibly to repay their confidence through dedicated service.

Turkey has stepped up diplomatic efforts in response to rising tensions along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border. According to a Turkish diplomatic source cited by Reuters, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone conversations on Friday with his counterparts from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia to discuss the latest developments. The talks were reportedly prompted by concerns over a possible deterioration in regional security. Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry stated on social media that Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with Fidan about the current regional situation, focusing particularly on the growing strain between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The discussions come after renewed clashes along the border between the two neighboring countries. Analysts view the increased diplomatic engagement by regional powers as an attempt to contain the situation. The involvement of Turkey, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia suggests that the issue is being closely monitored across the Muslim world, raising prospects for a multilateral initiative to ease tensions.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury stated that Bangladesh must increase taxes and boost investment to manage the country’s difficult economic situation. Speaking on Friday afternoon while inspecting land for a government hospital near the Marine Drive area of Patenga in Chattogram, he emphasized that without investment, employment opportunities cannot be created. He said the BNP government’s major program focuses on generating employment and that both domestic and foreign investments are being encouraged. The minister added that the government is also working to improve education quality and bring major reforms to the health sector, fulfilling promises made before the election. He mentioned that the upcoming budget will prioritize employment creation. Plans include establishing a general hospital with specialized units, a nursing institute, and a technologist institute in the Marine Drive area to address shortages in these sectors. He further noted that several potential sites are under consideration for the hospital project, and the government will select the most suitable one after evaluating all factors.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast a gradual rise in temperature across the country starting from March 1. According to its regular bulletin issued on February 27, both daytime and nighttime temperatures are expected to increase slightly, with fluctuations in nighttime temperatures during the first week of March. The department also noted that the heat will intensify gradually as the month progresses. Meteorologist Kazi Zebunnesa stated that temperatures are already increasing, with Sandwip recording the highest temperature of 33 degrees Celsius the previous day. She added that the feeling of heat will become more noticeable from early March and may rise further in the latter half of the month as the spring season continues. The department also indicated the possibility of rain or thundershowers in parts of the Sylhet division in early March. The lowest temperature recorded in the country on February 27 was 13.1 degrees Celsius, while Dhaka’s minimum temperature stood at 19 degrees Celsius, according to the department’s report.