The Dhaka University branch of Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir has announced a 21-member committee for its 2026 session. The announcement was made on Sunday through a press release signed by branch president Mohiuddin Khan. The release listed the names and positions of newly appointed secretaries, including Asif Imam as office secretary, Miftahul Hossain Al Maruf as publicity and media secretary, and several others assigned to various organizational roles.

According to the statement, the committee includes secretaries for departments such as human resource development, education and training, sports, student rights, IT, international affairs, and science. The announcement follows an earlier partial committee declaration on January 5, when Mohiuddin Khan was named president, Ashiqur Rahman general secretary, and Sajjad Hossain Khan organizational secretary.

The formation of the full committee marks the completion of the Dhaka University branch’s leadership structure for the 2026 session, consolidating its organizational framework for upcoming activities.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran’s attacks on US targets in the Middle East are a response to what he described as a war imposed on Iran. In an interview with NBC, he said Iran did not choose the conflict and is acting in self-defense, according to Al Jazeera.

Araghchi characterized the ongoing conflict as unprepared, irrational, and illegal, asserting that it was forced upon Iran by the United States and Israel. He explained that Iran’s retaliatory military actions have targeted US bases, installations, and assets in the region, even when those are located within neighboring countries’ territories.

The report also mentioned related developments in the region, including casualties in Saudi Arabia and statements from Oman condemning attacks on Iran as unethical and illegal.

A case has been filed against former National Parliament Whip Shamsul Haque on charges of acquiring Tk 150 million in illegal assets. The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) stated that Haque abused his official power for personal gain. The case was confirmed on Sunday by ACC Deputy Director (Public Relations) Md. Akhtarul Islam. According to the ACC report, Haque possessed assets worth Tk 68.8 million against a legitimate income of Tk 49 million, leaving Tk 50.8 million in unexplained wealth. The case was filed under Section 27(1) of the Anti-Corruption Commission Act, 2004, and Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947.

The ACC investigation also found significant illegal assets in the names of Haque’s wife Kamrun Nahar Chowdhury and daughter Taklima Nasrin Chowdhury. Kamrun Nahar reportedly owns assets worth Tk 72.1 million, exceeding her legitimate income by Tk 67.5 million. Taklima Nasrin was found to possess Tk 30.1 million in assets, of which Tk 29.4 million are allegedly unaccounted for.

The ACC’s findings indicate a pattern of wealth accumulation beyond known income sources, prompting legal action against all three family members.

Iran has declared that it will not accept any foreign interference in the process of selecting its new Supreme Leader. Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi stated that the decision is entirely an internal matter for Iran. Speaking to NBC, Aragchi confirmed that the Assembly of Experts will be responsible for choosing the next Supreme Leader and that the process will take place soon.

He emphasized that Iran’s political institutions, including the presidency, cabinet, and parliament, continue to function normally. Aragchi also responded to remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, reiterating that Iran will not tolerate any external involvement in its domestic affairs.

Aragchi stressed that the selection of a new leader is solely the concern of the Iranian people and not of any other country.

China has issued a warning against any attempt to change Iran’s government amid ongoing US-Israeli attacks. Speaking at a press conference on the sidelines of an annual meeting in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that any plan for a “color revolution” or regime change in Iran would not gain public support. He called for an immediate end to military operations in the Middle East to prevent further escalation and regional spillover.

Wang emphasized respect for the sovereignty of all nations, stating that force cannot provide solutions and that armed conflict only fuels hatred and new crises. He urged all parties to return to dialogue to resolve differences and ensure collective security. China, he said, is ready to work with regional countries to restore order and peace in the Middle East.

According to a classified US National Intelligence Council report cited by The Washington Post, large-scale US military strikes are unlikely to topple Iran’s political or religious power structure, undermining claims by President Donald Trump that he could replace Iran’s leadership with his preferred successor.

Lebanon’s armed group Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for multiple attacks on Israeli military installations and several northern cities, including a strike on the Haifa naval base. The group announced the operations on March 8, 2026, stating that they targeted Israel’s Misgav base with rockets, describing it as a logistics facility. Hezbollah said the attacks were carried out in response to Israeli strikes on various Lebanese areas, particularly in Beirut’s southern suburbs.

In a separate statement, Hezbollah said its fighters launched advanced missiles at the Haifa naval base, marking the second such claim in two days. The group also reported two drone attacks on the northern Israeli city of Nahariya, which it described as part of a previously issued warning to the city.

The statements highlight the continued escalation between Hezbollah and Israel, with both sides trading attacks across the border. No independent confirmation of the claimed strikes or their impact was provided in the source.

The Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) has sent a letter to the Ministry of Home Affairs seeking enhanced police security at filling stations across the country. The letter, issued on Sunday by BPC Chairman Md. Rezanur Rahman, cited growing public anxiety and increased fuel purchases following negative reports in media and social networks about fuel stock levels. As a result, filling station dealers have been attempting to collect larger quantities of fuel from depots than usual.

According to the letter, some consumers are reportedly buying and storing fuel beyond their needs without authorization. To address the situation, BPC has already issued a press release limiting fuel supply from filling stations to consumers. The corporation also noted that incidents between customers and station employees have been occurring during the current period of fuel supply strain.

BPC requested that police patrols be strengthened to ensure safety and order at filling stations nationwide during this period of heightened demand and tension.

The Islamic Foundation has warned the public about a fake teacher recruitment notice that has been circulating on social media. The organization clarified that the notice, titled 'Teacher Recruitment 2026 for Mosque-Based Child and Mass Education Program,' is entirely false and has no connection with the Foundation. The warning was issued on Sunday, March 8, 2026, through a press release by Muhammad Nizam Uddin, the Foundation’s public relations officer.

According to the statement, the fraudulent notice is being used by a group of scammers to deceive people with false promises of employment. The Foundation emphasized that all its official recruitment announcements are published only through its official website and national daily newspapers. It urged the public to remain cautious and avoid any financial transactions with individuals or groups claiming to represent the Foundation.

The organization’s alert aims to prevent citizens from falling victim to recruitment scams that misuse its name and reputation.

At a citizens’ dialogue held on Sunday at the CIRDAP auditorium in Dhaka, participants warned that failure to implement the July Charter could lead to political instability and division in the country. They emphasized the need for visible government action and responsible engagement from all political forces to safeguard national unity. The event, titled “Constitutional Recognition of July and Citizens’ Expectations from the New Parliament,” was organized by the newly formed platform Ganovote Bastobayon Nagorik Forum.

Speakers included civil society leaders, academics, human rights activists, and representatives from several political parties. Badiul Alam Majumdar of Sujan said the solution to the ongoing referendum debate lies in the government’s July Charter implementation order and the people’s verdict, not in the constitution. Other participants, including lawyer Shishir Monir and activist Shahidul Alam, cautioned against judicial involvement in political matters and urged respect for the people’s mandate.

Several speakers called for political compromise and warned that ignoring the July Charter could reopen divisions and invite instability, urging the government to act swiftly in the national interest.

Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani has declared that former US President Donald Trump will face consequences for the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The statement came after Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli strike on Iran on February 28, which triggered widespread conflict across the Middle East. In a post on X, Larijani, a close aide to Khamenei, vowed relentless revenge for the blood of their leader and people.

Trump dismissed Larijani’s threats, telling CBS News that he did not know who Larijani was and did not care about his remarks. He said US attacks on Iran would continue and demanded Tehran’s unconditional surrender. Larijani, a former commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, claimed Iran had captured some US soldiers and reiterated that Trump would not be spared for his actions.

Larijani further accused the United States and Israel of seeking to dismantle the Islamic Republic and compared Washington’s strategy to its involvement in Venezuela, where he said the US had tried to impose an interim government under pressure.

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has warned U.S. President Donald Trump that the ongoing tensions in the Middle East could have dangerous consequences for international peace and security. According to Qatar’s state news agency, the two leaders held a telephone conversation on Saturday, March 7, to discuss the current regional situation.

Reports from Qatari and Saudi media said the discussion took place amid continued Iranian attacks in Qatar and other Gulf countries. During the call, the Emir emphasized the importance of controlling the crisis and intensifying diplomatic efforts to halt the conflict. He cautioned that prolonged tensions could threaten global stability.

Both leaders agreed on the need for joint initiatives to maintain regional and international stability. They also expressed support for political solutions aimed at reducing tensions and preventing further conflict.

The Israeli military reported that two of its soldiers were killed in Lebanon, according to a statement released on March 8, 2026. One of the deceased was identified as 38-year-old Maher Khattar, a resident of Majdal Shams in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights and a member of the Combat Engineering Corps. The army did not disclose details about how Khattar or the second soldier were killed, and no further information about the second victim was made public.

The incident occurred as fighting continued along the Israel-Lebanon border amid heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah following a joint U.S.-Israeli strike in Iran. The Israeli Defense Forces have not provided additional operational details regarding the circumstances of the deaths or the ongoing clashes.

The continued hostilities underscore the fragile security situation along the border, with no indication from the source of any immediate de-escalation or ceasefire efforts.

A Dhaka court has ordered the imprisonment of Sheikh Tasnim Afroz Emi, former general secretary of Slogan ’71, along with two others in a case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act. The order was issued on Sunday by Metropolitan Magistrate Jewel Rana after the three were produced before the court by Shahbagh police.

The other accused are former employment secretary of the banned Dhaka University Shahidullah Hall Chhatra League unit, Md Asif Ahmed Saikat, and organization leader Abdul Al Mamun. According to the case details, police detained Saikat on Saturday afternoon near Shahidullah Hall crossing when he allegedly attempted to flee after a gathering where ruling party affiliates were playing the March 7 speech. Later that night, Emi and Mamun allegedly led a group of 10–15 unidentified persons near the National Museum.

Police claim the accused delivered provocative slogans facing the Shahbagh mosque during prayers, attempted to revive activities of a banned organization, obstructed law enforcement, and tried to snatch Saikat from custody. Students then detained Emi and Mamun and handed them over to police, leading to the case filing under the Anti-Terrorism Act.

A joint operation by the Bangladesh Coast Guard and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) rescued 32 people, including women and children, who were being held for trafficking to Malaysia. The rescue took place in Baharchhara, Teknaf, Cox’s Bazar, following a raid conducted around midnight on Saturday. Coast Guard media officer Lieutenant Commander Sabbir Alam Sujon confirmed the operation on Sunday afternoon.

According to the Coast Guard, the victims had been confined in a papaya garden near an LGED road in Noakhali Jumma Para area by a trafficker named Md. Abdul Ali. Acting on a tip-off, the joint forces launched the raid, but the traffickers fled before the team arrived. Authorities said several organized trafficking groups were luring Bangladeshi and Rohingya citizens with promises of high-paying jobs and low-cost travel to Malaysia.

The Coast Guard stated that legal action is being taken regarding the incident and that similar anti-trafficking operations will continue in the future.

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has announced an increase in jet fuel prices for both domestic and international flights. According to a notice issued on Sunday, the price for domestic routes has been set at Tk 112.41 per liter, up from Tk 95.12 last month, marking a rise of Tk 17.29 per liter. For international flights, the price has been raised from USD 0.6257 to USD 0.7384 per liter. The new rates will take effect from Sunday midnight.

In February, BERC had made a smaller adjustment, increasing the domestic jet fuel price from Tk 94.93 to Tk 95.12 per liter, and for international airlines from USD 0.6246 to USD 0.6257 per liter. The latest revision represents a more significant hike compared to the previous month.

The notice did not specify the reasons behind the price increase or its expected impact on airlines and passengers.