Former U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will refrain from ordering further military strikes in Qatar, calling the Gulf nation "a very good ally."

"From now on, Netanyahu will work in cooperation with Qatar," Trump said, highlighting the importance of Doha’s role in the region.

The statement follows Israel’s controversial September 8 airstrike on a Doha apartment building sheltering Hamas leaders, an attack that killed six people but missed senior figure Khalil al-Hayya. The strike drew widespread international condemnation, though U.S. officials had reportedly warned Qatar in advance of potential Israeli action.

The much-anticipated Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) system has been launched on a trial basis at the Padma Bridge, ushering in a new era of cashless, non-stop toll payments. Under the system, vehicles no longer need to stop at toll plazas. Registered cars can cross designated ETC lanes at speeds of up to 30 km/h, with tolls deducted automatically from prepaid accounts.

Vehicle registration and recharge can currently be completed through Trust Bank’s Tap app under the "D-Toll" option, followed by verification at the bridge’s RFID booth. Chief Engineer Abu Sayeed said the system will ensure seamless travel once fully implemented. More financial apps will soon be integrated, and authorities expect full-scale rollout within two weeks.

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus visited the historic Dhakeshwari Temple in Dhaka on Monday morning to exchange greetings with the Hindu community on the occasion of Sharadiya Durga Puja. Arriving at the temple around 11 a.m., he joined a special reception where he conveyed his best wishes for peace, harmony, and unity during the festival.

NCP Convener Nahid Islam is set to testify against Sheikh Hasina, Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and another individual in a case involving alleged crimes against humanity during July–August events.
According to prosecutors, Nahid will appear before the tribunal at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Earlier in the day, Mahmudur Rahman will conclude his testimony and face cross-examination by state-appointed defense lawyer Md Amir Hossain. Nahid’s testimony will follow. As of September 9, a total of 46 witnesses have testified over 14 days of proceedings in the case.

US forces have launched another strike on a Venezuelan vessel allegedly carrying narcotics, killing three people.
Former US President Donald Trump claimed the boat was smuggling drugs into the United States. The attack reportedly took place in international waters of the southern Caribbean, marking Washington’s second such strike. A previous assault left at least 11 dead. The US has recently deployed 4,500 naval personnel, destroyers, submarines, and warships to the Caribbean and Venezuelan waters to curb drug trafficking.

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has urged the visiting US trade delegation to help reduce countervailing duties on Bangladeshi exports.
During the meeting, the US Trade Representative team stressed labor law reforms in line with international standards. BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan said Bangladesh has already achieved 20% tariff benefits, but overall exports face an average duty of 16.5%, pushing the effective burden to 36.5%. He suggested using a “stacking method” to rationalize tariffs. On labor reforms, Khan said BGMEA is in dialogue with all stakeholders and has submitted concrete proposals on amending the 2006 Labor Act.

BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has strongly opposed the Proportional Representation (PR) system, calling it a “well-planned, purposeful masterplan” that will mislead voters.
Speaking after visiting cancer-stricken Hefazat leader Maulana Enamul Hasan Faruqi in Baridhara, Rizvi criticized an Islamic party for pushing for PR, warning that such politics would bring chaos rather than benefits. He also accused Sheikh Hasina of exploiting Hefazat activists’ blood during the Shapla crackdown, adding that repression and propaganda cannot suppress the Muslim community.

Dhaka Range DIG Rezaul Karim Mallik has vowed stern action against those behind violent protests in Faridpur, saying, “Fascists will be brought under the law. I have instructed my authorities to arrest them.”
On Monday, protesters demanding restoration of a parliamentary constituency blocked highways and railways, leading to clashes. At least 4–5 police officers were injured. DIG Mallik held talks with the district commissioner, assigning responsibility for damages to the district police and administration. DC Kamrul Hasan Molla said they have communicated people’s grievances to the Election Commission and submitted a report, while also calling for calm as the matter is under High Court review.

Police have recovered the bodies of a man, his wife, and their four-year-old child from a flat in Baburail Bou Bazar, Narayanganj.
The deceased were identified as Habibullah Shiplu, his wife Mohini Akter Mim, and their son Afran. Police suspect Shiplu killed his wife and child before taking his own life. Additional Superintendent of Police Tarek Al Mehdi said Shiplu was under financial strain, burdened with heavy debts and facing a misappropriation lawsuit, which may have led to the tragedy.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Commander Mahiuddin Ahmed revealed that numerous Bangladeshi boats are “mysteriously” crossing into Myanmar’s waters.
He said BGB is deploying radars, drones, night-vision devices, and modern technology to monitor the border. According to BGB, the Naf River and coastal routes via Maheshkhali, Kutubdia, Banshkhali, Anwara, and Kuakata are now prime drug-smuggling corridors, accounting for 80% of cross-border narcotics trafficking. In the last two months alone, authorities have seized over 2.8 million yaba pills, nearly 1 kg of crystal meth, and other drugs worth Tk 88 crore. Additionally, 22 illegal firearms were recovered, all sourced from Myanmar.
Since December, the Arakan Army has abducted 228 Bangladeshi fishermen; 124 have been rescued, but 104 remain captive, along with 12 trawlers.

Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen informed Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam that a technical delegation from China will soon visit Bangladesh regarding the Teesta project.
Earlier, Adviser Rizwana Hasan suggested that work on the project could begin by January. Bangladesh has sought a loan of Tk 55,000 crore from China for the project. The interim government has expressed willingness to sign an implementation agreement. China also invited Bangladesh to join its Global Governance Initiative, which Dhaka has taken note of. The Teesta project gained momentum after Yunus’s March visit to Beijing. Meanwhile, India has also expressed interest in investing in the project.

The National Constitution Party (NCP) has demanded a new constitution that safeguards people’s rights and ensures balance of power.
Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain said oral commitments to the July Charter are not enough—it must be given legal status. He argued that democracy cannot flourish under the current constitution and urged all political parties to unite on the matter. NCP leader Javed Rasin added that the party would not pursue joint movements or alliances on Proportional Representation (PR), but it does support implementing PR in the upper house. Akhtar also reiterated the party’s demand for multiparty democracy through such reforms.

In a significant development, 24 followers of the Sanatan (Hindu) faith, along with one Muslim, officially joined Jamaat-e-Islami in Chapainawabganj on Sunday. They completed primary membership forms and were inducted into the party’s non-Muslim wing.
New member Suman Kumar Saha said, “We have long received support from Jamaat during times of crisis, and they have never obstructed our religious practices. We believe Jamaat is a value-driven party.”
Jamaat leader Latifur Rahman confirmed that the group joined under Saha’s leadership. He emphasized that the party’s constitution allows people of all faiths to join if they agree with Jamaat’s political and economic vision.
“Quran came for all humanity, not just Muslims,” he said, adding that Islam instructs respect for other religions.

Bagchas has put forward a five-point demand, including the release of the election roadmap and preparation of the voter list for the JnU Central Student Union (JnUCSU) within one week.
The demands include:

Clear announcement of supplementary scholarships and removal of administrative obstacles.

Publication of JnUCSU election roadmap and voter list preparation within a week.

Completion of JnUCSU elections within 45 days.

Rapid progress on construction of the second campus.

Swift completion of the 7-acre temporary housing project to address student accommodation needs.
Bagchas leader Ferdous Sheikh said that despite government and university pledges following the “Long March to Jamuna” protest on May 14, none have been fulfilled. “Even basic groundwork on the 7-acre housing project remains unfinished, and the second campus has yet to begin,” he added.

The tenure of the National Consensus Commission, led by Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has been extended by one month.
A gazette issued under presidential order, signed by the Cabinet Secretary, stated that the commission—originally formed on February 12, 2025—will now remain active until October 15, 2025. The order took immediate effect.