Popular young television actor Shahbaz Sani has passed away. Inna Lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un. Actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba confirmed the news in a Facebook post, writing, "Actor Shahbaz Sani is no longer with us. Please pray for him." His sudden demise has cast a shadow of grief over the entertainment industry. Sani made his acting debut in the drama 'Kachhe Asar Por' and quickly gained popularity. Though primarily a character actor, he also played leading roles, earning admiration from audiences in a short span.

An earthquake shook India’s capital, New Delhi, early Monday morning at 5:36 AM. Residents rushed out of their homes in panic. The tremor measured 4.0 on the Richter scale, with its epicenter in Dhaula Kuan, Delhi, at a depth of five kilometers. Though the quake lasted only a few seconds, locals reported hearing a loud noise along with the tremors. Many claim they have not experienced such a quake in the past 25 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to remain calm and stay safe.

Police have arrested Dolna Akter Dola (27), a central sub-committee member of the banned Bangladesh Chhatra League, from her home in Fulbari, Kurigram, at 9 PM on Sunday. According to police sources, she had been in hiding across various locations in Dhaka since Hasina fled. However, she returned home recently following the launch of the “Devil Hunt” operation. Acting on a tip-off, authorities detained her, and she will be presented in court for her alleged involvement in the August 4 attack on student protesters in Fulbari.

Panic spread across Mohammadpur, Dhaka, after an unidentified man brandished a pistol in broad daylight, threatening a pedestrian. The incident occurred around 5 PM on Sunday at Sher Shah Suri Road in front of 100-150 onlookers. Although the suspect’s identity remains unknown, locals have been left shaken. The altercation reportedly began when two rickshaws collided, leading to an argument between some motorcyclists nearby. In the heat of the moment, the suspect pulled out a gun, but upon seeing the gathering crowd, he quickly fled the scene.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his country’s commitment to fighting Iran with U.S. support. In a joint statement with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, he highlighted that Israel has struck Iranian activities forcefully over the past 16 months. Netanyahu expressed confidence that, under President Trump’s leadership, these efforts would continue. Echoing his stance, Rubio stated that Iran must not be allowed to develop nuclear capabilities, agreeing with Israel that Tehran remains a major source of instability in the Middle East.

A violent clash erupted between students of two departments at Rajshahi University (RU) during an interdepartmental cricket match, leaving 20 people injured, including a faculty member. All the injured were initially treated at the university medical center, while five critically wounded students were transferred to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. Eyewitnesses reported that the conflict began after a semifinal match between the Mathematics and Management departments. The incident escalated when students from the Management department, upset over their loss, confronted Mathematics students, leading to a physical altercation.

BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed has questioned the motives of those advocating electoral reforms to delay the national election. Speaking at a public gathering in Feni, he asserted that local elections would not be allowed before the national election under any circumstances. He accused those in power of conducting relentless oppression to hold one-sided elections. Citing a UN report, he claimed that under Hasina’s orders, her ministers and officials have orchestrated killings, resulting in the deaths of thousands of young men.

BNP activists have been accused of vandalizing a Jamaat-e-Islami office in Hemayetpur, Pabna. The attackers also reportedly set fire to several local houses and looted property. According to the case statement, BNP leaders at the union and upazila levels orchestrated the attack on Saturday night, with former BNP leader Yakub Ali leading the charge. Several BNP leaders, including a district Chhatra Dal official, have been named in the case.

A case has been filed against 277 individuals, including former Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nowfel and former Mayor Rezaul Karim Chowdhury, for their alleged involvement in an attack on the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement. The case, lodged at Bakolia Police Station, names 127 individuals while keeping 100-150 others unidentified. According to the complaint, on August 4, the accused attacked students near a gas station with domestic and foreign weapons. Student leader Rijon allegedly attempted to kill a pickup driver with a machete. Initially, police refused to register the case, but it was accepted on court orders eight days later.

BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman will listen to grassroots leaders during the party’s upcoming extended meeting on February 27. Former parliamentary candidates from the 2018 elections will also attend, according to BNP Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi. He described this meeting as fulfilling a long-standing demand of party activists. When asked if this gathering would serve as an alternative to the party’s council, Rizvi clarified that it was not a replacement but a regular party event. A 27-member committee, led by Rizvi, has been formed to organize the meeting, with the time and venue yet to be finalized.

Already suffering from outdated machinery, Ashuganj Fertilizer Factory in Brahmanbaria has been facing a severe gas supply crisis, leading to production halts for half the year. Despite its potential for profitability, inconsistent gas supply has severely hampered operations. The factory, which began commercial production in 1983, primarily produces prilled urea fertilizer. Although its production capacity is 1,600 tons per day, it currently operates at only 1,100 tons. Allegations suggest that vested interests within the Awami League deliberately cut gas supply to boost fertilizer imports for personal profit.

Speaking at a women's rally on Sunday, organized to demand justice against Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League for the July massacre, National Citizens' Committee convener Nasiruddin Patwari called for greater female representation in decision-making roles. He stressed that women must claim their rightful place in the new constitution and actively participate in the upcoming local elections. "We don’t just want women’s participation; we want them in decision-making positions, in the parliament through people's votes," he declared. He also highlighted the oppression women have faced over the last 15 years, urging them to rise in protest.

The Election Commission (EC) will convey its message on conducting the best election in the country’s history during the ongoing Deputy Commissioner (DC) conference. On Sunday, Election Commissioner Md. Anwarul Islam Sarkar confirmed the EC’s invitation to the DC conference, stating, "We are committed to holding a flawless election at any cost." He emphasized that there will be no political bias in administrative appointments, as the EC will make postings strictly based on necessity, without any government pressure.

The 55th Border Conference between the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and India's Border Security Force (BSF) is set to commence on Monday in New Delhi. During this four-day summit, Bangladesh will take a strong stance on unauthorized border crossings and illegal activities. This marks the first high-level border meeting since Sheikh Hasina's departure from power. Home Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General Jahangir Alam has stated that the tone of this discussion will be different, emphasizing that India must put an end to border killings. The meeting will also address issues such as border fencing and attacks on civilians.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has emphasized the importance of establishing a joint economic framework among Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Bhutan. He believes that due to their geographical proximity, all four countries would benefit significantly from such an initiative. He also mentioned that the process of economic collaboration has already begun. Speaking as the chief guest at the Bangladesh Administration Service Association conference, Yunus highlighted the region’s natural wealth and its large population as valuable resources. He also praised the potential of the youth, stating that the achievements of Bangladeshi youth in July-August were unprecedented on a global scale.