At least 28 people, including 10 women and 4 children, were killed in a horrific road accident in southwestern Tanzania near the Zambian border on Saturday night. A speeding truck lost control and crashed into two vehicles. Rescue teams responded quickly, and the injured were taken to a local hospital. Authorities blamed the driver’s negligence, especially while descending the steep Iwambi Hills. President Samia Suluhu Hassan expressed deep sorrow. Road accidents remain a serious issue in Tanzania, with thousands dying annually, according to WHO data.

Mango trading at Chapainawabganj’s second-largest market, located at Rahanpur Railway Station, has come to a standstill as farmers protested the wholesalers’ decision to impose new commission fees. Hundreds of mango-laden vans are now stranded along both sides of the Rahanpur-Bholahat regional road, causing significant traffic congestion. On Sunday, wholesalers reportedly held a meeting to enforce the commission policy, triggering the boycott by mango growers. The local administration has stated that efforts are underway to resolve the issue through discussions with both parties.

Tarek Mahmud Utsab, a 23-year-old student at a private university in Dhaka, died in a motorcycle accident while returning from a post-Eid trip with friends. The accident occurred on Sunday evening near the Nengtichhora Bridge in Taraganj, Rangpur, when a minibus hit his motorcycle as they attempted to overtake a van. Utsab died on the spot, while his friend Zakir Hossain was injured. The group of six had planned to visit tourist spots in Dinajpur and Nilphamari during the Eid holiday.

Two people were killed and six others injured, including a child, in a head-on collision between a passenger bus and a CNG-run auto rickshaw on Sunday in Chandpur’s Matlob South upazila. The deceased were identified as the rickshaw driver and a passenger. Several injured are receiving treatment at Chandpur General Hospital, while one has been referred to Dhaka. Eyewitnesses reported that all rickshaw passengers were seriously injured. Police have seized both vehicles, and an investigation is underway.

Sheikh Kabir Hossain, uncle of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has left Bangladesh for Singapore amid serious allegations of money laundering, abuse of power, and holding top positions in 23 institutions despite physical incapacity. He reportedly used political influence to benefit himself and others. His positions included roles in insurance companies, universities, and government-linked entities. Following the fall of the Awami League government, he resigned from most posts. Authorities confirmed his departure but declined to comment on any travel restrictions.

Amid rising COVID-19 cases across several Indian states, authorities at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport have ramped up screening measures for passengers arriving from India. A new Omicron subvariant has been detected, sparking concerns about potential transmission to Bangladesh. Thermal scanners have been installed at immigration checkpoints for all passengers on flights from India. According to India’s Health Ministry, the current number of active cases has reached 6,491.

GOP leader Rasheed Khan criticized the government’s insistence on holding elections during April’s intense summer heat, questioning whether the aim is to ensure empty polling stations. “Elections in April would require mandatory arrangements for tents, fans, and shaded transport to get voters to polling centers,” he wrote. Khan also referenced recommendations from the Electoral Reform Commission, which stipulate that if voter turnout in any constituency is below 40%, a re-election must be held. “Such turnout is unlikely during April’s scorching heat, making this decision a deliberate ploy,” he warned, calling the move short-sighted and reckless.

DNCC Administrator Mohammad Ejaz has announced that while over 466,000 sacrificial animals were slaughtered this Eid, the total number has slightly decreased compared to last year. However, the volume of waste has increased. “As of 2 PM today, we have collected 20,889 tons of waste and sent it to landfills. Our initial target of 20,000 tons has been achieved,” he said. Ejaz credited the awareness and cooperation of city residents for the efficient cleanup effort, noting significant improvements in maintaining cleanliness across Dhaka North.

Animal hide prices are higher this year compared to previous years, according to Trade Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin. During a visit to Posta in Old Dhaka, he said market dynamics—not the government—will determine the price of salt-free hides. He also dismissed rumors about the low pricing of semi-rotten hides, stating that preservation and storage measures have been implemented following the chief adviser’s guidance. Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman was also present during the inspection.

Two police officers were injured in Noakhali’s Hatia when a group of 30-40 men attacked law enforcement officers and forcibly freed a detainee in handcuffs. The detainee, Miraj Uddin, was arrested Sunday night in connection with a women and child abuse case. While being transported to the station, the group, led by a man named Yasin, attacked the police and managed to snatch Miraj away. A case has been filed against five identified individuals at Hatia Police Station.

Speaking at an event in Panchagarh, NCP leader Sarjis Alam emphasized the need for fair elections, free from the misuse of power, black money, and muscle influence—issues that plagued past elections. “We don’t want to see incidents of ballot box stuffing or polling center takeovers anymore. Our demand is simple: a level playing field where every political party, regardless of size, can compete fairly,” he said. Alam added that no one should fall victim to state abuse, and that reforms must be ensured before any election, even if that means holding it in April.

Islami Chhatra Shibir has strongly condemned recent statements made by Chhatra Dal President Rakibul Islam Rakib, calling them baseless, provocative, and irresponsible. In a statement, Shibir leaders said, “His choice of words and tone echoes the arrogance and repressive mindset of past fascist regimes. We vehemently protest this reckless and misleading rhetoric.” They further stated that, just as fallen fascist forces once tried to cover up their failures by blaming Shibir and other opposition groups, Chhatra Dal is now resorting to the same tactics.

Although the government raised the official price of sacrificial animal hides this Eid, actual market rates fell short, with cowhides selling below set prices. The poor, who rely on hide donations for aid, suffered most. Traders also faced losses due to low demand and high transportation costs. Tannery owners were reluctant to pay fair rates, and goat hides saw almost no demand. Despite a slight improvement from previous years, overall dissatisfaction persisted across the leather market, particularly outside Dhaka.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has reiterated the party’s demand for both democratic rights and student rights. “It’s not enough to simply call for democracy; we must understand and fulfill the responsibilities that come with it,” he said. Fakhrul expressed concern over the deteriorating standard of education nationwide, emphasizing that preparing students is essential for rebuilding the nation. “Our youth must be capable of proving their merit in every field,” he added.

A total of 942 people have received treatment at the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedic Rehabilitation (NITOR) in Dhaka following injuries sustained during animal sacrifices on Eid-ul-Adha. Of them, 324 remain hospitalized, according to consultant Dr. Ripon Ghosh. On Eid day alone, 325 people sought treatment for fractures and cuts, with 102 requiring emergency surgery. An additional 301 were admitted on the second day of Eid, while 316 were treated prior to Eid after being injured while purchasing sacrificial animals.