At 8:30 AM, the Eid congregation organized by the City Corporation took place at the old trade fair ground in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar. The prayers were led by Qari Golam Mostafa, who offered special supplications for the country’s peace and prosperity. During the prayer, he expressed gratitude for the successful arrangement of the congregation and wished for an even grander celebration in the future. Additionally, prayers were offered for a swift and fair election.

After performing Eid-ul-Fitr prayers, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus extended Eid greetings to everyone, including women and expatriate workers, who participated in congregations across the country. He emphasized that Eid is a day of unity and love and expressed his desire to strengthen the unity that has been established. Despite all adversities, he urged the nation to maintain its solidarity and remain committed to building a new Bangladesh.

A Russian drone strike on Saturday night in Kharkiv, Ukraine, left two people dead and 35 others injured, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack damaged multiple structures, including a military hospital. Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov confirmed that five children were among the injured. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged international allies to take action against Russia. Ukraine’s Air Force reported that Russia launched 111 drones and one ballistic missile across various regions, including Sumy, Odesa, and Donetsk, overnight. Ukrainian forces managed to shoot down 65 drones and intercept 35 attacks.

An eight-year-old child, Mohammad Rafi, lost his life in a fireworks accident in Patuakhali on Sunday night. In a separate incident, two teenage cousins, Mohammad Belal Talukdar (16) and Mohammad Rabbi (15), sustained severe injuries, with parts of their hands being severed. Rafi’s uncle, Abul Bashar, described the tragic moment when a firework exploded with excessive force, sending debris into Rafi’s throat, causing massive bleeding and unconsciousness. He was later declared dead by doctors. The two injured teenagers are currently receiving medical treatment.

BNP’s Acting Chairman, Tarique Rahman, has warned that certain defeated forces may attempt to destabilize Bangladesh by exploiting the Eid holidays. In his Eid message to the nation, he stated, “The prayers for celebrating Eid in a democratic and free environment have been answered. Through a historic mass uprising, and at the cost of over 2,000 lives, Bangladesh has broken free from the chains of dictatorship.” He prayed for the martyrs and urged party leaders and activists to share Eid with the families of the injured and deceased. Additionally, he encouraged the well-off to support the underprivileged, law enforcement to ensure security, and transport operators to maintain fair fares.

According to CEO Engineer Ghazi Al-Shahrani, a total of 122,286,712 visitors gathered at Mecca’s Grand Mosque and Medina’s Prophet’s Mosque during Ramadan. Among them, 16,558,241 performed Umrah, while 92,132,169 worshippers visited Mecca’s Grand Mosque, and 30,154,543 visited the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina. Al-Shahrani extended Eid greetings and expressed gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their service to pilgrims.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus offered the Eid-ul-Fitr prayer at the National Eidgah ground on Monday at 8:30 AM. The congregation was attended by Supreme Court justices, members of the Advisory Council, politicians, and people from various walks of life. Worshippers began arriving at the Eidgah, located adjacent to the High Court, two hours before the prayer, under tight security arrangements by law enforcement agencies. The prayer was led by Mufti Mohammad Abdul Malek, the Khatib of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, while Muhammad Habibur Rahman, the mosque’s muezzin, served as the Qur'an reciter.

Myanmar’s junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, announced on Sunday that at least 1,700 people have died, and over 3,500 have been injured due to the earthquake. Additionally, 300 people remain missing, and the death toll is expected to rise. Rescue operations are ongoing, but progress is slow as most efforts rely on local residents who lack proper equipment. Many rescuers are forced to clear rubble with their bare hands due to a shortage of heavy machinery. Although several countries have sent rescue teams, disrupted communication and infrastructure have made it difficult to reach the hardest-hit areas. The earthquake has also claimed at least 17 lives in Thailand. Thousands of buildings have collapsed in both countries, and roads, bridges, and power supplies have been severely affected.

Police recovered 61 stolen laptops and several mobile phones from a house in Pallabi on Sunday. Two individuals, Mahathir Mohammad Khan Tamal (24) and Md. Tofayel Ahmed (26), were arrested in connection with the stolen items. Authorities stated that further investigation is underway to dismantle the criminal network.

As the crescent moon signaled the arrival of Eid-ul-Fitr, Shilpakala Academy organized a grand celebration on Chand Raat (Moon Night). The event featured musical performances, including the iconic song ‘O Mon Romzaner Oi Rozar Sheshe Elo Khushir Eid’ by Kazi Nazrul Islam. Ahmed Noor Ameri and his team performed Qawwali and Maizbhandari music. The event was attended by Advisor Mostofa Sarwar Farooqi.

Syeda Sharmila Rahman, wife of the late Arafat Rahman Koko, urgently returned to Dhaka on Sunday. BNP media cell member Shairul Kabir stated that she arrived to attend to her ailing mother, Mokarema Reza, who is currently in the CCU of a private hospital. The Zia family has requested prayers for her recovery.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir voiced concerns over delays in Bangladesh’s elections, warning that keeping Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in India while postponing the polls could exacerbate the country’s political crisis. He stressed the need for a clear electoral roadmap, arguing that the difference between an elected and an unelected government is immense.

BNP senior leader Mirza Abbas congratulated Ishraq Hossain on being reinstated as the Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation by court order on March 27. Abbas welcomed Ishraq at his residence, expressing hope that under his leadership, the city would address its long-standing issues, including traffic congestion, drainage, and unauthorized encroachments. He affirmed that Ishraq would remain dedicated to serving the citizens.

Muhammad Imtiaz Alam, a leader of Islami Andolan Bangladesh, has strongly criticized the recommendations submitted by the Women Reform Commission to the Chief Adviser. He stated that the proposals conflict with the values, beliefs, and cultural norms of the majority population. “This is tantamount to declaring war against Islam,” he warned. Imtiaz Alam emphasized that prostitution is strictly forbidden in Islam—as well as other major religions—and the Qur’an outlines clear punishments for such acts. He demanded an immediate withdrawal of the proposal, cautioning that public outrage could lead to a dangerous situation.

Despite Hamas accepting an Egypt-Qatar brokered ceasefire proposal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared plans to intensify military operations in Gaza. He also announced intentions to implement former U.S. President Donald Trump’s forced resettlement plan for Palestinians. Netanyahu claimed that military and political pressure would be the only way to secure the release of Israeli hostages.