Candidates awaiting results from the 18th Teachers’ Registration Exam have ended their hunger strike following assurances from Education Secretary Rehana Parveen.

The protest began on September 17 against alleged discrimination in the final selection process, where nearly 20,600 candidates were dropped despite passing written exams. Protesters argued that, under NTRCA rules, candidates scoring at least 40% in both written and oral exams should qualify. They accused authorities of unfair exclusion that deepens the country’s teacher shortage.

AB Party Chairman Mojibur Rahman Monju has cautioned that the much-debated July Accord—and the February 2026 national elections—may be jeopardized due to “rigid stances and missteps” by some political groups.

He emphasized that the July Uprising demanded national unity, but political infighting and mudslinging are undermining that spirit. “The Chief Adviser’s steps remain unclear. Any miscalculation must not derail the February polls,” Monju warned.

BNP leader Monir Khan has warned of emerging conspiracies surrounding the upcoming elections, urging unity across all opposition forces to defeat them.

He stressed that implementing Tarique Rahman’s 31-point reform plan would build a prosperous Bangladesh and called for BNP activists to set aside internal divisions. “Whoever receives the paddy-sheaf nomination must get our full support,” he said, referring to the party’s election symbol.

BNP leader and newly elected BCCI councilor Ishraq Hossain has warned of strong resistance, including a possible siege of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), if the government interferes in the upcoming October 6 elections.

He alleged that powerful figures—including the BCB president, the Prime Minister’s sports adviser, and senior officials of the National Sports Council—are trying to influence councilor nominations at district and divisional levels. Ballots will be uploaded online on October 1, and votes must be submitted by October 6.

The Nationalist Teachers’ Forum at Rajshahi University has declared an indefinite boycott of all classes and examinations until those responsible for assaulting the Pro-Vice Chancellor and several other teachers are punished.

Teachers held protests, including human chains and rallies, demanding justice. They vowed to continue their boycott until the perpetrators are identified and disciplinary action is taken.

Qatar has formally requested Israel to apologize for airstrikes in Doha before restarting negotiations on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release. Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani raised the demand with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Discussions later involved Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, U.S. envoy Steve Whitcuff, and Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer. Qatar may accept an apology limited to the death of a Qatari security official, compensation to his family, and assurances of respecting Qatar’s sovereignty.

After recent attacks in Gaza, Lebanon, Iran, Yemen, and Qatar, Turkey is increasingly wary of Israel’s regional ambitions. Analysts warn that Turkey could be Israel’s next target, with NATO membership offering no guaranteed protection. Tensions are fueled by Netanyahu’s “Greater Israel” vision and Israel’s aggressive moves across the Middle East. Turkey has suspended economic ties with Israel and is bolstering its maritime and regional strategies, preparing to counter what it views as unilateral Israeli dominance in the region.

Police in Dubai recovered the hanging body of a Bangladeshi youth, identified as Monir Hossain (28), from his residence on Sunday.

Monir, who worked at a carton company in Dubai, lived in a shared room in Jebel Ali with two others. His brother Anwar Hossain told reporters that Monir had returned from work around 10 p.m. on Saturday and briefly spoke with his family over the phone. “He said he was about to cook and would call back after dinner. But when he didn’t, I tried calling, and he never answered,” Anwar recounted.

Later, Monir’s younger brother, who also worked at the same company, asked acquaintances to check on him. They discovered Monir’s lifeless body hanging inside the room. Following the incident, his Pakistani and Indian roommates were reportedly missing from the residence.

Two more students injured in the tragic Bangladesh Air Force fighter jet crash at Milestone School and College have been discharged from the hospital, officials confirmed.

Dr. Shawon, Resident Surgeon at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, identified the discharged students as Niloy (13), a sixth-grader, and Rupi Barua (10), a fifth-grader.

“Both Niloy and Rupi sustained serious flame burns—25% and 20% of their bodies, respectively,” Dr. Shawon said. “They have now recovered enough to return home. Currently, eight students remain admitted, while 28 have been discharged so far.”

The devastating accident has already claimed 20 lives among those hospitalized, he added.

Police in Chattogram have arrested 11 leaders and activists of the banned factions of Chhatra League and Awami League from a sudden flash procession. Authorities confirmed that a case has been filed against them at Double Mooring Police Station.

According to police sources, around 80–85 activists, including leaders from Chhatra League, Sramik League, and other affiliated bodies of the Awami League, brought out a sudden procession in Agrabad Beparipara on Saturday night. Acting swiftly, police dispersed the rally and detained 11 participants, while several others managed to flee.

Officer-in-Charge (OC) Babul Azad said that charges have been brought against 64 individuals under the Anti-Terrorism Act, and they have been sent to court.

Ali Ahsan Junayed, convener of UP Bangladesh, has begun testifying in a high-profile crimes against humanity case against ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and one other accused.

Junayed is appearing as the 48th witness in the tribunal, providing detailed testimony that spans from the 2013 anti-quota movement to the July 2024 mass uprising, which ultimately led to Hasina’s fall from power.

Earlier, state-appointed defense counsel Md Amir Hossain, representing Hasina and Kamal, completed a second round of cross-examination of Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizens’ Party. Nahid had delivered his testimony in two sessions, including one on September 17, when he spoke for over an hour before the tribunal.

On the same day, Amir Hossain also resumed questioning Mahmudur Rahman, editor of the now-defunct daily Amar Desh.

With Junayed’s appearance, the tribunal has now heard testimony from 48 witnesses over the course of 19 hearing days, marking a significant progression in one of the most politically sensitive trials in Bangladesh’s recent history.

The United States has set its sights on a Bangladeshi port as part of its Indo-Pacific strategy, according to a report by The Economic Times.
The initiative falls under the Quad’s “Ports for the Future” program, aimed at balancing China’s growing presence in the Bay of Bengal. Washington has already held preliminary talks in Dhaka with local stakeholders.
The report also noted that the US military is active in strategically vital Chattogram. Notably, India has no role yet in Washington’s plan, although New Delhi is considering a public-private partnership to develop a Bangladeshi port. Meanwhile, Japan is building a deep-sea port at Matarbari, and India previously secured operational rights for a Mongla port terminal in 2024 under Sheikh Hasina’s government.

State-appointed defense counsel Md Amir Hossain argued before Tribunal-1 that Sheikh Hasina did not resign when she fled to India on August 5 amid mass uprising.
Rejecting witness Nahid Islam’s deposition, Hossain claimed the “one-point movement” launched on August 3, 2024, was a long-planned agenda backed by foreign and domestic forces. He alleged that Nobel laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus was proposed as interim head of government under their influence.
Prosecution lawyers objected to these claims, insisting the trial focus strictly on case facts. Hossain further argued that Hasina never ordered the use of helicopters or lethal weapons against protesters, and that no crimes against humanity occurred in July–August 2024.
Witness Nahid Islam refuted the defense, stating he learned of nationwide killings and torture on August 5 through coordination leaders Hasnat-Sarjis.

The government has appointed two senior officials of the Bangladesh Army as ambassadors. They are Major General Kabir Ahmed and Major General Sheikh Md Sarwar Hossain, chairman of the Bangladesh Tea Board.
According to a government notification, both officers have been deputed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for ambassadorial assignments. However, their respective postings have not yet been disclosed.

At the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus will be accompanied by Dr. Nakibur Rahman Tarek, son of former Jamaat-e-Islami chief Matiur Rahman Nizami, and Dr. Tasnim Zara, senior joint member secretary of NCP.

Also joining the delegation are BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Humayun Kabir, Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher, and Akhtar Hossain. Party insiders from Jamaat and NCP confirmed that since BNP had two representatives, their parties had requested equal representation. Due to the tight schedule, only those with existing U.S. visas were selected for the team.