A legal notice has been issued demanding the removal of current President Md. Shahabuddin and the appointment of a new president. The notice was sent on Thursday, February 26, 2026, by Supreme Court lawyer Barrister Shahriar. It alleges that President Shahabuddin made remarks that disrespected July and violated his constitutional oath. The notice was addressed to the Parliament Secretariat and the Law Secretary. According to the notice, the lawyer claims that the president’s recent comments breached his oath of office, warranting his removal. It further requests that a new president be appointed to inaugurate the first session of the 13th Parliament. The notice warns that if no action is taken within 24 hours, further legal steps will follow. The development adds a new legal dimension to political discussions surrounding the presidency, though no official response from the concerned offices was mentioned in the report.

Russia carried out overnight attacks on multiple Ukrainian cities, injuring at least 23 people including a child. The strikes occurred ahead of a scheduled meeting in Geneva between Ukraine and the United States to discuss ending the ongoing war. Kyiv’s military administration chief Tymur Tkachenkо reported that drones and ballistic missiles were used in the assault, urging residents to remain in shelters until air raid alerts were lifted. Police in Kyiv said the attacks caused fires in non-residential buildings, shattered windows in a multi-story apartment, and set a two-story house ablaze. No deaths were reported. In the northeastern city of Kharkiv and a nearby village, 14 people were injured, while seven others were hurt in Zaporizhzhia where 19 apartment buildings, four houses, and other structures were damaged. Two more people were injured in Kryvyi Rih. The assault comes as the war, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion four years ago, continues to devastate Ukraine’s eastern and southern regions. Washington has reiterated its desire for an end to the conflict.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that his country will not pursue nuclear weapons, citing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s religious decree banning weapons of mass destruction. Pezeshkian emphasized that this decree clearly means Tehran will not develop nuclear arms. His remarks were reported as Iran and the United States prepare for indirect negotiations in Geneva. The report notes that Khamenei issued the religious ban on nuclear weapons in the early 2000s. Both sides are expected to focus on diplomatic solutions during the Geneva meeting, though Washington has recently imposed new sanctions on Iran and continues to expand its military presence in the Middle East. Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said before the talks that a fair and balanced agreement is within reach, reiterating that Iran is not building nuclear weapons but will not give up its right to peaceful nuclear technology. Earlier, US Vice President JD Vance accused Iran of trying to restart its nuclear program following American strikes on Iranian facilities, warning that any attempt to rebuild nuclear arms would pose a problem for Washington.

Police in Dhaka have arrested a 19-year-old man named Siam, also known as Imon, for the murder of 14-year-old schoolgirl Shahriar Sharmin Binti in Hazaribagh. The arrest took place on Thursday morning during a raid in Kathalbagan, only hours after the killing. At a press briefing at the DMP Media Center, Ramna Division Deputy Commissioner Masud Alam said the murder was planned after Binti rejected Siam’s romantic proposal. According to police, Binti, a student of Rayerbazar High School, was attacked on Wednesday night near Haidar Hotel in Hazaribagh while returning from shopping. CCTV footage showed her walking with Siam before he stabbed her multiple times and fled. Locals took her to hospitals where doctors declared her dead. Police recovered the bloodstained knife and clothes used in the crime from Siam’s possession. The suspect confessed to planning the murder out of anger after Binti refused to continue their relationship. Police have produced him in court and sought remand. A murder case has been filed, and investigators aim to submit the charge sheet quickly.

Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) has announced a complete ban on photography, videography, and any form of content creation at metro rail stations without prior permission. The directive, signed by DMTCL Director (Administration) A K M Khairul Alam on February 17, 2026, was published on the company’s website on February 25, 2026. The restriction applies to all areas of the metro system, including platforms, concourses, entry and exit points, inside trains, and related facilities. According to the notice, creating short videos for YouTube or social media, live streaming, or conducting any commercial or personal shooting activities without authorization is strictly prohibited. Violations will result in administrative and legal action under applicable laws and regulations. The notice also states that those seeking to conduct commercial filming or photography within metro premises must apply through the designated approval process. The directive aims to regulate content creation within the metro network and ensure compliance with operational and security policies set by DMTCL.

A local BNP leader in Morelganj, Bagerhat, has been accused of stopping the construction of a madrasa building after allegedly failing to receive a Tk 2 lakh extortion payment. Contractor S M Badiuzzaman filed a written complaint with Morelganj Police Station, prompting police to visit the site on Wednesday to investigate the allegations. According to the complaint, the four-story building of Gulishakhali Fazil Madrasa was being built by contracting firm Messrs Osman Ali. The contractor claimed that Hafizur Rahman, publicity secretary of the Nishanbari Union BNP, and several associates demanded Tk 2 lakh. When he refused, they allegedly halted the work and threatened his workers. Hafizur Rahman denied the accusation, saying the construction was stopped due to irregularities. Madrasa principal Maulana Abdul Bari stated that the construction was proceeding according to regulations and that the institution had no complaints. However, he acknowledged hearing that the contractor had suspended work following local demands for money.

Chandpur Science and Technology University has issued a recruitment notice for 11 positions across seven job categories, ranging from grade 3 to grade 20. The announcement, published on February 26, 2026, includes posts such as Registrar, Directors for Finance and Planning, PS to VC, Lab Assistants, Driver, and Office Assistants. Salaries vary by grade, with the highest scale at 56,500–74,400 taka and the lowest at 8,250–20,010 taka. Applicants must apply online by submitting scanned copies of required documents and paying the application fee. Printed and attested copies must then be sent either in person or by post to the Registrar at the university’s temporary campus in Chandpur. The application fee is 200 taka for grades 1–4, 100 taka for grades 5–6, and 50 taka for grade 7. For underprivileged applicants, including ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, and third-gender individuals, the fee is 50 taka for all grades. The online application deadline is March 26, 2026, while postal or in-person submissions must reach by April 2, 2026. Further details are available on the university’s official website.

Lawyers in Barishal began a court boycott on Thursday morning to protest the arrest of Barishal District Lawyers Association president and former BNP city convening committee member Sadikur Rahman Linkon. The protesting lawyers demanded his immediate release and withdrawal of cases filed against other lawyers. Although some lawyers initially joined court hearings, they later left under pressure from BNP-leaning colleagues, causing severe disruption for hundreds of litigants. To restore normalcy, the Metropolitan Sessions Judge held a meeting with three neutral lawyers at noon, but the outcome was not disclosed. Security forces were deployed in large numbers around the court premises from the morning to maintain order. Members of the Nationalist Lawyers Forum and other BNP-affiliated lawyers gathered in front of the Bar Association building to demonstrate. The ongoing discussions between the judge and selected lawyers aimed to resolve the deadlock, but as of the latest report, no resolution had been reached.

A Dhaka court has ordered steps to issue an Interpol red notice for the arrest of fugitive corruption case accused Tulip Rizwana Siddiq, daughter of Sheikh Rehana. The order was given on Thursday afternoon by Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Sabbir Foyez. Court bench assistant Md Riaz Hossain confirmed the directive. The Anti-Corruption Commission’s assistant director A.K.M. Mortuza Ali Sagar had earlier applied for the notice, which the court approved after a hearing. According to the ACC’s petition, Tulip is accused of abusing power to obtain a flat from Eastern Housing Limited without payment, using her political connections and influence over Rajuk’s legal officials. The case alleges she unlawfully received the flat as part of a criminal conspiracy. Investigators stated that Tulip left the country before the case was filed and has been attempting to destroy evidence. The court noted that since she is abroad, issuing a red notice through Interpol is necessary to ensure her arrest.

The High Court has granted bail to former Cox’s Bazar Member of Parliament Abdur Rahman Bodi in a murder case related to incidents that occurred between July and August. The court issued the bail order on Thursday afternoon, according to the report published on February 26, 2026. Bodi, who previously represented the Cox’s Bazar-4 (Ukhiya-Teknaf) constituency, was arrested by the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on August 20, 2024. At that time, RAB stated that he had been detained in Chattogram’s Panchlaish area in connection with an attempted murder case in Teknaf. Bodi was elected as an Awami League lawmaker in the 2014 general election but was later replaced by his wife, Shahin Akter, as the party’s nominee amid controversy over alleged involvement in drug-related activities. The High Court’s decision marks a new development in the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding the former MP, who has faced multiple allegations over the years.

Islami Chhatra Shibir has announced its new central committee, including the Secretariat and Executive Council, for the 2026 session. The formation was completed on February 24 at the Al-Falah Auditorium in Dhaka during the organization’s first general session of the central executive council. The announcement was made to the media on Wednesday night. The new structure includes 62 members in the central executive council and 30 in the secretariat, with several new inclusions and reshuffles from the previous committee. Earlier in December, Nurul Islam was elected as the central president and Sibgatullah as the secretary general for the 2026 session through member voting. The newly appointed secretariat members include Azizur Rahman Azad as office secretary, Mu. Mutasim Billah Shahedi as media secretary, and several others overseeing departments such as education, research, information technology, and student welfare. The committee also includes representatives from major universities and city units across Bangladesh, such as Dhaka University, Chittagong University, Rajshahi University, and others, reflecting a nationwide organizational structure.

A feature published on February 26, 2026, in Amar Desh presents reflections from several students of Eden Mohila College, Dhaka, on the courageous participation of women in the 1952 Language Movement. The article recounts how women defied Section 144, joined rallies, created posters, treated the injured, and faced arrests while demanding recognition of Bangla as the state language. Figures such as Rawshan Ara Bachchu, Sufia Kamal, and others are remembered for their leadership and sacrifice. The students describe the movement as a symbol of identity, dignity, and resistance, emphasizing that women’s determination and humanity strengthened the struggle. They note that women’s involvement extended from the streets of Dhaka to districts like Chattogram and Satkhira, where many faced imprisonment. The article also connects the spirit of the movement to ongoing struggles for women’s rights and equality. According to the reflections, the legacy of the Language Movement continues to inspire Bangladeshi women to stand against injustice, linking the historic fight for linguistic rights to broader movements for social and gender justice.

The United States has arrested a retired Air Force pilot accused of providing unauthorized training to Chinese military members. According to a statement from the US Department of Justice, 65-year-old Gerald Brown was detained in Indiana after returning from China, where he had been staying since December 2023. Authorities allege that Brown conspired with foreign nationals to train Chinese Air Force pilots in operating combat aircraft without the required State Department license. Brown served 24 years in the US Air Force, leading sensitive nuclear weapons units, flying combat missions, and working as a fighter pilot and simulator instructor. After retiring in 1996, he worked as a cargo pilot and later as a defense contractor, training pilots on A-10 and F-35 aircraft. Investigators say he began discussions in August 2023 with Chinese citizen Stephen Su Bin, who previously served a prison sentence in the US for espionage, before traveling to China to begin training in December. An FBI counterintelligence official said the arrest serves as a warning that the agency will hold accountable anyone who collaborates with adversaries to endanger US national security.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) detained a drug smuggler with 100 bottles of Indian Eskaf during an operation at the Shibganj border in Chapainawabganj early Thursday morning. The arrest took place in the Jaminnpur area under Telkupi Border Outpost (BOP) of Binodpur Union. The detainee was identified as Sakibul Hasan, 20, son of Monirul Islam from Jaminnpur. The operation was confirmed by Lieutenant Colonel Golam Kibria, commander of the 59 BGB Mahananda Battalion. According to BGB, the raid was conducted based on secret information. During the operation, three other suspected smugglers managed to flee the scene. The arrested individual and the seized drugs were later handed over to Shibganj Police Station for further legal action. The incident highlights ongoing anti-smuggling efforts by BGB along the Bangladesh-India border, particularly in areas known for cross-border drug trafficking.

A report by the New York-based Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) stated that 129 journalists and media workers were killed worldwide in 2025 while performing their professional duties. The organization said that Israel was responsible for two-thirds of these deaths, with Israeli forces killing 86 journalists, most of whom were Palestinians in Gaza. The report also noted that 31 media workers were killed in an attack on a Houthi media center in Yemen. According to CPJ, no government has killed as many journalists in a single year since the organization began keeping records in 1992. The report further revealed that at least 47 journalists were deliberately targeted, with Israel accountable for 81 percent of those cases. CPJ expressed concern that the actual number of deaths could be higher due to restricted access and verification challenges in Gaza. The Israeli military did not issue any immediate comment on the findings, the report added.