Manjurul Islam, the former central president of Islami Chhatra Shibir, stated that the July Revolution exposed the unprecedented massacre orchestrated by the Awami League and its affiliates. He asserted that justice for the slain students would only be realized when Sheikh Hasina and her associates are brought back to Bangladesh and tried. He condemned the deteriorating educational environment under the previous government, accusing the Chhatra League of turning campuses into centers of terror and drugs. He called for a conducive learning environment where all student organizations, including Islamic student groups, could coexist peacefully.

A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake has struck Myanmar, marking the country’s deadliest quake in a century. The disaster has leveled ancient Buddhist pagodas and modern buildings alike. Military chief Min Aung Hlaing confirmed that the death toll has reached 2,719 and could exceed 3,000. Reports indicate that 4,521 people are injured, and 441 remain missing. The UN humanitarian agency confirmed that a collapsed primary school in Mandalay claimed the lives of 50 children and two teachers. Survivors in the hardest-hit areas are struggling with shortages of food, water, and shelter. Meanwhile, the International Rescue Committee reported that many are sleeping on the streets out of fear. The earthquake's impact has also been felt in Bangkok, where 13 deaths have been confirmed.

Four young men lost their lives in a head-on collision between two motorcycles in Madaripur on Tuesday afternoon. Two of the deceased were identified as Mithu Talukdar from Kutubpur Saheb Bazar and Hriday Dhali from Kalam Dhali Kandi. The identities of the other two remain unknown. Eyewitnesses reported that the accident occurred when two speeding motorcycles collided head-on on a road connecting Padma Bridge Expressway to Saheb Bazar. Two riders died on the spot, while the other two succumbed to their injuries en route to the hospital.

During a meeting with the family of Shaheed Azad Sarkar in Chandpur's Hajiganj, NCP Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari vowed that the movement against Delhi and the Awami League would continue. He stated that anyone attempting to compromise would face resistance. Patwari called for justice for those killed in student protests and reiterated demands for holding the Awami League accountable. He accused the party of deceiving the nation with promises of development and emphasized the need for a new political ideology to shape the ongoing struggle.

As Bangladesh faces its first challenge in securing the next tranche from the ongoing $4.7 billion IMF loan program, an IMF delegation is set to visit Dhaka on April 5. The delegation will engage in discussions with various government departments over two weeks, reviewing the conditions for the disbursement of $2.39 billion. Meetings are scheduled with the Finance Division, NBR, Power Division, BPDB, BERC, and the Energy & Mineral Resources Division. A press briefing will be held on April 17, and two rounds of meetings will be held with the Finance Adviser. Bangladesh hopes to receive two loan installments together.

Chhatra Dal Central President Rakibul Islam Rakib stated that their organization has never spoken ill of the NCP student wing and has formally extended best wishes to them. He affirmed that their good wishes will always remain for all student organizations, but not for those engaged in covert politics and seeking power through conspiracies. He emphasized their commitment to democracy and sovereignty, assuring that student politics would continue peacefully on all campuses without violence or dominance. Rakib stated that student activists would stand by their fellow students like brothers and sisters.

Tensions flared in Nilphamari’s Jaldhaka as two rival BNP factions scheduled rallies at the same venue, prompting the local administration to impose Section 144 from morning to evening on Tuesday. Ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, under the banner of Jaldhaka Nationalist Force, Alamgir Hossain, the secretary of the Upazila Volunteer Wing, organized a five-day fair at the Pilot High School grounds. However, the local BNP leadership claimed they were not informed about the event. On Sunday night, Upazila BNP Secretary Moinul Islam and his supporters vandalized the fair’s entrance, leading to clashes between the two groups. Despite the tensions, both factions continued making public announcements, calling for protest marches at 10 AM on Eid day. To prevent further escalation, authorities enforced Section 144, banning all gatherings in the area.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman claimed that after the 2001 elections, he had the opportunity to address the people of Kulaura for the first time in 24 years. He questioned whether he was a war criminal, asserting that despite being only 12.5 years old during the war, attempts were made to charge him with war crimes. He stated that no one had falsely accused him, nor had any witness testified against him, including members of the Hindu community. He revealed that at the time, he was not even a member of Jamaat-e-Islami but was part of another organization, which he hesitates to name now. He lamented the persecution faced under the previous oppressive government, which led to the deaths of 11 senior leaders and the crippling of over 500 people. He recalled that on August 1, their party registration was revoked, and they were banned. However, just four days later, he believes divine justice was served. He declared that they stood alongside students during the July Revolution and emphasized their commitment to building a welfare state in honor of the martyrs.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has hailed the interim government’s visit to China as a significant diplomatic success. He criticized the previous Awami League government for fostering a one-sided relationship with a faction in China. However, with the change in government, China is now engaging with all political parties. Fakhrul highlighted China's economic strength as the world’s second-largest economy and a major investor in Bangladesh. He noted that the interim government, formed through student and public movements, has introduced reform initiatives and established a reform commission. He confirmed that the commission’s proposals have been reviewed and discussed, with further discussions planned with political parties. Regarding elections, he reaffirmed the Chief Adviser’s commitment to holding elections by December.

The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Tuesday that, under the directive of the Chief Adviser, Bangladesh has dispatched a second round of emergency aid to earthquake-ravaged Myanmar. The first phase had already sent relief supplies, along with rescue and medical assistance teams. In the second phase, a Bangladesh Army transport aircraft and two Air Force cargo planes departed for Naypyidaw on Tuesday morning, carrying additional rescue equipment, an emergency medical team with critical medicines, and 15 tons of relief supplies. A 55-member Bangladeshi rescue team, led by Colonel Md. Shamim Iftekhar, will conduct search-and-rescue operations and provide emergency medical care in the affected areas. Additionally, a 21-member medical team has also been deployed to provide further assistance.

During a visit to Moscow, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed China’s strong ties with Russia, stating: “China and Russia are eternal friends and will never be enemies.” He also welcomed signs of improved relations between Washington and Moscow, expressing China’s willingness to play a constructive role in resolving the Ukraine conflict. In early 2022, just before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin announced an “unlimited” strategic partnership. Since then, the two leaders have strengthened cooperation on global issues, including Taiwan, Ukraine, and their shared rivalry with the United States.

A devastating fire broke out at a Petronas gas pipeline in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, injuring 33 people. Efforts to extinguish the flames are ongoing, and six severely injured individuals have been taken to the hospital. Selangor Disaster Management Committee Chairman Mohammad Najwan Halimi stated that residents in Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru were trapped inside their homes, and rescue operations are underway. Fire service officials reported that the blaze originated from a 500-meter-long pipeline leakage in Puchong city.

The Chief Adviser’s Press Wing has issued a statement calling The New York Times' report titled "Bangladesh Rebuilding Anew, Islamist Hardliners Seek Opportunities" "misleading and one-sided." The statement criticized the report for oversimplifying Bangladesh's political and social dynamics, unfairly tarnishing the entire nation. It argued that the report selectively highlighted certain incidents while ignoring Bangladesh's recent progress and the complexity of its realities. It further noted that female participation has increased across all sectors, with 2.7 million women participating in Youth Festival 2025. Additionally, it dismissed allegations that the Chief Adviser was not taking action against extremists. The statement emphasized Bangladesh's economic progress and refuted claims that isolated political violence was being misrepresented as religious violence.

At least 50 people, including children, fell ill after consuming fuchka (puffed crispy snacks) at an Eid fair in Abhaynagar, Jashore. On Tuesday morning, the affected individuals were admitted to Abhaynagar Upazila Health Complex with symptoms of food poisoning. Dr. Alimur Rajib, a physician at the health complex, confirmed: “Most patients are experiencing stomach pain and vomiting. The majority are children, but adults have also been affected. They are receiving saline and medication for treatment.”

Hamas has called on its supporters worldwide to take up arms and resist U.S. President Donald Trump’s alleged plan to relocate two million Gazans to neighboring countries like Egypt and Jordan. On Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposed allowing Hamas leaders to leave Gaza under the condition of disarmament. While Hamas is open to transferring governance, it remains unwilling to surrender its weapons. In response, Hamas issued a statement on Monday urging global supporters to fight against Trump’s proposal.