Shahinoor Akter Shyamoli, a primary school teacher from Chandpur, Bangladesh, who recently went viral for saying teachers cannot afford local chicken, has been found to own several properties, including a five-story building in Hajiganj, a one-story house in her native village, and a two-story house at her in-laws’ residence in Comilla. Facing social media backlash, Shyamoli clarified that her comment was metaphorical, meant to highlight the struggles of teachers and strengthen their movement for better pay and benefits. She emphasized that her intention was not personal but representative of teachers’ collective grievances. Shyamoli serves as a senior assistant teacher at Hajiganj Girls Government Primary School and vice president of the local teachers’ association, while her husband is a headmaster at a high school in Kachua.

Police in Manikganj’s Harirampur upazila arrested two local leaders affiliated with the BNP’s student and youth wings for allegedly selling yaba tablets. The detainees were identified as Rafiqul Islam, office secretary of the Nabagram Upazila Chhatra Dal, and Alomgir Hossain, joint general secretary of the Shikari Para Union Jubo Dal. Acting on a tip-off, police detained them in the Nayarhat area and recovered 15 yaba tablets from their possession. Following their arrest, they were presented before a Manikganj court, which denied their bail and ordered them to be sent to jail. Police confirmed that a case has been filed against both under the Narcotics Control Act. The arrests highlight ongoing law enforcement efforts against drug trafficking in the region.

Police in Chattogram have arrested a private bank officer, Anamika Dutta, 32, on charges of embezzling nearly Tk 2.9 million from a customer. She was detained Wednesday night in the city’s New Market area and sent to jail on Thursday following a court order. According to the case statement, Dutta befriended a customer named Debika and convinced her that the bank might go bankrupt, persuading her to break her fixed deposit. Dutta then allegedly transferred Tk 14.79 lakh from Debika’s account at the Anderkilla branch and another Tk 14 lakh from the Jubilee Road branch into her own account. When Debika realized the fraud, she filed a case with Kotwali Police Station. Police said an investigation is underway to determine how the funds were misappropriated.

In Kendua upazila of Netrokona, Bangladesh, a loan sharking operation disguised as a cooperative society has left many residents financially ruined. Locals allege that Rafiqul Alam, head of the unregistered 'Rural Unique Progressive Association', lends money at exorbitant interest rates, taking blank cheques as security. When borrowers fail to repay, he allegedly files false cheque dishonor cases for inflated amounts. One victim, Shirin Akhter, mother of two disabled children, was sentenced to one year in jail after failing to repay a small loan. Her family now struggles to care for the children. Several others have fled their homes to avoid arrest. Local officials confirmed the group is unregistered and promised investigation if formal complaints are filed. Residents demand strict action against the fraudulent moneylending network.

A tragic accident occurred at the ‘Messrs Bold Bricks’ brick kiln in Sarupdah area of Monirampur upazila, Jashore, where a worker named Zakir Morol, 45, was killed after being trapped in a brick-making machine. Fire Service and police personnel recovered parts of his body after a three-hour rescue effort. Zakir, a resident of Munshikhampur village, had been working at the kiln for about two years. According to the kiln owner, the incident happened when Zakir was cleaning the machine during the afternoon. Authorities have assured support for the victim’s family. Police confirmed that the body was handed over to the family after completing legal formalities.

Jahangirnagar University has announced an increase in its total undergraduate admission seats for the 2025–26 academic year, raising the number from 1,816 to 1,842. The Central Admission Committee confirmed that each department will maintain a 50-50 gender allocation between male and female students. The revised seat distribution covers all academic units: 426 seats in Unit A (Science and IIT), 326 in Unit B (Social Sciences), 466 in Unit C (Arts, Humanities, and Law), 64 in Unit C1 (Drama and Fine Arts), 310 in Unit D (Biological Sciences), 200 in Unit E (Business Studies), and 50 in IBA-JU. The Law and Justice Department saw a notable increase of 16 seats compared to last year. The university, known for its research excellence, will conduct admissions based on these updated allocations.

Authorities in Bogura’s Gabtali upazila have reported a possible sabotage attempt after miscreants stole a pair of fishplates from a railway track near Sukhanpukur Railway Station on Wednesday night. Railway keymen discovered the missing components during a routine inspection on Thursday morning and quickly replaced them to ensure safety. According to Afzal Hossain, senior sub-assistant engineer of Bogura Railways, the theft appeared to be an intentional act aimed at causing disruption. Two trains passed over the section before the issue was detected, but no accidents occurred due to the presence of other connecting plates. Railway officials have heightened monitoring and are investigating the incident as a potential act of sabotage.

Hasnat Abdullah, the chief organizer of the National Citizens Party (NCP) for the southern region, has announced his intention to contest the upcoming parliamentary election from the Cumilla-4 (Debidwar) constituency. On Thursday, November 13, he collected his party’s nomination form from the NCP central office. Expressing his emotional connection to Debidwar, Hasnat said the area’s people, culture, and environment are deeply tied to his life. He described Debidwar as a neglected upazila that has long suffered from inequality and underdevelopment across successive governments. Hasnat pledged to focus on improving education, culture, and infrastructure if nominated by the party’s policy board. Although he was offered to run from more prominent constituencies, he chose Debidwar out of personal attachment and a desire to bring meaningful change to his hometown.

The Bangladesh government has announced a major reshuffle in the civil administration, transferring and appointing new deputy commissioners (DCs) in nine districts. According to a circular issued on Thursday, November 13, by the Ministry of Public Administration, Mohammad Zahidul Islam Miah, DC of Narayanganj, has been transferred to Chattogram, while Md. Raihan Kabir, Deputy Secretary of the Public Division, becomes the new DC of Narayanganj. Other appointments include S.M. Mehedi Hasan to Lakshmipur, Syeda Nurmahal Ashrafi to Munshiganj, Md. Saifur Rahman to Netrokona, Md. Shahadat Hossain Masud to Chapainawabganj, Md. Saiful Islam to Naogaon, Md. Anwar Sadat to Khagrachhari, and Md. Reza Hasan to Cumilla. The order, signed by Deputy Secretary Aminul Islam, takes immediate effect in the public interest.

BNP Standing Committee member Goyeshwar Chandra Roy has warned that the ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh could worsen if the administration remains silent. Speaking at a freshman reception and cultural event at Keraniganj Women’s Degree College, he urged the administration to stand by the people and work for their welfare. Roy emphasized that the country's hard-earned independence must be protected from any attempts to undermine it. He also highlighted the importance of women’s empowerment and student movements in shaping a fair and self-reliant Bangladesh. The event was attended by several BNP leaders, including Advocate Nipun Roy Chowdhury, Nazim Uddin, and local party representatives, along with college officials and students.

The Amar Bangladesh Party (AB Party) has welcomed the Chief Adviser’s recent address to the nation, describing it as a relatively acceptable solution to the ongoing political situation. In a joint statement issued on Thursday, party chairman Mojibur Rahman Monju and secretary general Barrister Asaduzzaman Fuad expressed appreciation for the government’s decision to hold the national election and referendum on the same day, and to allocate seats in the upper house based on proportional representation. However, they noted some differences regarding specific final directives. The leaders emphasized that political parties have already completed sufficient discussions, and now a conclusive government decision is necessary. They expressed hope that all political parties, including the BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, will participate in the election in a peaceful, fair, and festive atmosphere to ensure democratic stability in Bangladesh.

Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Police have arrested former Chuadanga municipality mayor and Awami League leader Riazul Islam Joarder Toton on allegations of planning subversive activities. He was detained on Thursday, November 13, from the Bashundhara area of the capital. Toton, the younger brother of former MP Solaiman Haque Joarder Selun, had been in hiding since August 5. Police officials confirmed that he is accused of planning sabotage linked to the Awami League’s so-called lockdown program. Legal proceedings against him are currently underway. Chuadanga police said they have not yet received formal notification of the arrest but are aware of the development.

Saudi Arabia has announced significant support for Bangladesh’s imam training initiatives under the Islamic Foundation. The assurance came during a meeting in Jeddah between Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs Sheikh Dr. Abdul Latif bin Abdul Aziz Al-Sheikh and Bangladesh’s Religious Affairs Adviser Professor Dr. A.F.M. Khalid Hossain. Both sides discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in religious education, awareness, and guidance, emphasizing shared goals of promoting moderate and tolerant Islamic values. Dr. Al-Sheikh praised the historic brotherly ties between the two nations, while the Bangladeshi adviser lauded Saudi Arabia’s leadership in serving Islam and the global Muslim community. The meeting also highlighted Saudi Arabia’s continued assistance to Bangladesh and mutual interest in expanding da’wah and educational collaboration.

Bangladesh’s Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul has strongly condemned the brutal killing of Tawsif Rahman, son of Rajshahi Metropolitan Sessions Judge Mohammad Abdur Rahman, and the serious injury of the judge’s wife Tasmin Nahar in a violent attack at their rented home. Following the incident on Thursday, November 13, the adviser directed police to arrest all perpetrators and ensure a full investigation, according to a ministry press release. Authorities have reportedly taken immediate action, and the government is monitoring Tasmin Nahar’s treatment at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. Dr. Nazrul expressed condolences to the bereaved family, prayed for the victim’s soul, and wished for the swift recovery of the injured. He also assured that the government will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of judicial officers and their families across the country.

Bangladesh’s advisory council has approved drafts of the Civil Aviation (Amendment) Ordinance 2025 and the Bangladesh Travel Agency (Registration and Control) Amendment Ordinance 2025 to strengthen transparency, accountability, and governance in the aviation and travel sectors. The new laws introduce mandatory registration of digital ticketing systems to prevent price manipulation and ticket hoarding, authorize the creation of a Civil Aviation Economic Commission to regulate fees, and encourage the use of sustainable aviation fuel. Travel agencies face stricter penalties for illegal transactions, overpricing, and fraud, including fines up to 1 million taka and imprisonment up to one year. The reforms aim to protect migrant workers’ rights, ensure fair ticket pricing, and align Bangladesh’s aviation governance with international standards such as the Chicago Convention and ICAO guidelines.