An Indian sailor has died aboard the vessel Celestial, which was anchored at Duqm port in Oman. The Indian Embassy in Muscat confirmed the death on Saturday night, stating that the sailor suddenly fell ill while on board and later passed away. The embassy added that arrangements are being made to repatriate the body to India as soon as possible.

According to Indian government data, more than 300,000 Indian sailors are currently employed on commercial ships worldwide, including over 18,000 working in various Middle Eastern countries. The incident follows the recent deaths of three Indian sailors in a U.S. strike on a tanker off the coast of Oman, which had already heightened concern in India.

The report also noted that opposition parties in India have urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to raise the tanker attack issue with U.S. President Donald Trump during the upcoming G7 summit. India’s foreign ministry has summoned U.S. diplomats twice to express strong concern and lodge a formal protest over the attack on civilian vessels.

A special team of RAB-11 recovered a lethal concealed firearm known as a 'pen gun' and an empty shell during an operation in the Noyamati Bhabi Bazar area of Fatullah, Narayanganj. The raid was conducted around 1 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2026, based on secret intelligence. Several individuals present at a local drug-use spot fled upon noticing law enforcement, after which the RAB team searched the area and found the weapon hidden in nearby bushes.

According to RAB sources, the recovered evidence has been handed over to Fatullah Model Police Station for further legal action. The operation was part of RAB-11’s ongoing campaign against illegal arms and narcotics in the region.

RAB officials stated that similar operations will continue in the future to curb terrorism, drug abuse, and the circulation of illegal weapons.

The death toll from ongoing Israeli military operations in Gaza has reached 72,996, according to a statement from Gaza’s Health Ministry released on June 14, 2026. The ministry also reported that 173,246 people have been injured since the conflict began. In the past 24 hours alone, three people were killed and sixteen others wounded in new attacks.

The statement added that many individuals remain trapped under rubble and along various roads, with rescue teams unable to access several areas. As a result, officials fear the actual number of casualties could be higher than currently recorded. The health authorities noted that damaged infrastructure and obstacles to rescue efforts are preventing timely documentation of deaths and injuries.

The ministry warned that these challenges are worsening the humanitarian situation in Gaza, as the conflict continues to cause widespread destruction and strain emergency response capabilities.

Bangladesh’s Parliament postponed a scheduled discussion on the border push-in issue, prompting strong dissatisfaction from Jamaat-e-Islami lawmaker Mir Ahmad Bin Kasem. The proposal, accepted earlier for Sunday’s session under Rule 147, aimed to address alleged illegal push-ins and border killings by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) and related actions by the West Bengal government. Kasem questioned the justification for delaying what he described as a matter of national importance concerning citizens’ safety and sovereignty.

According to parliamentary sources, Kasem had received official notice that his proposal was accepted and forwarded to the Home and Foreign Ministries. However, he was later informed that the discussion was postponed due to unavoidable reasons. Deputy Speaker Kaiser Kamal clarified that the postponement was temporary, citing time constraints during the ongoing budget session, and expressed hope that the discussion would take place later.

The proposal sought effective diplomatic and state measures to stop the alleged push-in trend and protect Bangladesh’s sovereignty and human rights along the border.

In Kapasia upazila of Gazipur, financial assistance was distributed among poor and distressed residents from the discretionary fund of the local Member of Parliament. The event took place on Sunday morning at the Kapasia Upazila Parishad auditorium, where 134 individuals from different unions received a total of Tk 183,500. The ceremony was presided over by Assistant Commissioner (Land) Md Nahidul Haque, with Gazipur-4 MP Principal Salahuddin Ayubi attending as the chief guest.

Special guests included Maulana Shefaul Haque, Naib-e-Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Gazipur District, Maulana Farhad Hossain Molla, Ameer of Kapasia Upazila Jamaat, and Maulana Shamsul Alam, a member of the Gazipur District Majlish-e-Shura, along with local dignitaries and media representatives. In his remarks, MP Ayubi emphasized moral responsibility toward the poor and the importance of social harmony and cooperation in building a humane and welfare-oriented Kapasia.

Beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the government’s support and called for the continuation of such humanitarian initiatives. Local officials, political leaders, and community members attended the event.

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam Rita issued a stern warning to the Deputy Commissioner (DC) and Superintendent of Police (SP) of Manikganj, urging them to value their positions and fulfill the people's expectations. She cautioned that those who fail to do so would not be retained in their posts. The minister made these remarks on Sunday afternoon while addressing the district law and order committee meeting at the Manikganj Deputy Commissioner's office.

Rita expressed frustration over the lack of effective solutions to various problems in Manikganj and instructed all government officials to work harder for the welfare of local residents. She emphasized that, due to her busy schedule, she could not stay in the district for long and therefore expected officials to act on her behalf to serve the people. She reminded them of their oath to work for citizens.

During the meeting, the minister directed officials to take effective measures to resolve water supply issues, eliminate waterlogging, improve roads, and combat drug abuse in the district.

Two worshippers were injured in a shooting during Fajr prayer at the West Kashipur Power Plant Jame Mosque in Daulatpur, Khulna, early Sunday morning. The attack occurred around 5:30 a.m. when two assailants arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire inside the mosque, targeting mosque committee secretary Lokman Hakim, 45. Another worshipper, Alam Mondol, 55, was also hit by bullets. Both victims were later transferred to Dhaka for advanced treatment due to their critical conditions.

According to police and local sources, the gunmen entered the mosque during prayer, with one wearing a helmet and the other dressed in religious attire. Police suspect the attack may have been motivated by a previous dispute. Lokman Hakim was known to be involved in the oil business in Khulna’s Khalishpur area. Multiple police teams are working to identify and arrest the attackers.

Khulna Metropolitan Police confirmed that an investigation has begun, and officers have visited the scene. The incident has caused fear and concern among local residents.

A 14-year-old boy named Faisal Ahmed was killed by lightning in Valuka, Mymensingh, on Sunday afternoon, June 14, 2026. Faisal, the son of Nizam Uddin from Bishnupur village in Muktagacha upazila, lived with his father in Valuka Municipality’s Ward No. 7. His father worked in the scrap business, and Faisal drove a rickshaw. After returning home from work and handing over his earnings, he went to play in a nearby field, where the lightning strike occurred.

Local sources reported that Faisal collapsed on the ground after being struck. A woman passing by noticed the incident and called for help. Nearby residents rushed to the scene and took him to Valuka Government Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. The Valuka Model Police Station’s officer-in-charge, Zahidul Islam, confirmed that the family had informed the police and arrangements were being made to take the body to their home village in Bishnupur, Muktagacha.

The incident highlights the recurring risk of lightning strikes during the monsoon season in rural Bangladesh.

Iran’s threats to block or control the Strait of Hormuz serve as a major bargaining tool similar to its nuclear program, according to former Austrian defense attaché Wolfgang Pusztai. In an interview with Al Jazeera, he described the strait as a powerful strategic weapon that allows Tehran to exert pressure on the United States, other Middle Eastern nations, and indirectly on Israel. He emphasized that Iran has no intention of easily giving up this leverage.

Pusztai further noted that even if Iran were to declare the strait open to all without tariffs or fees, such a statement would not guarantee a permanent policy shift. Analyzing the ongoing tensions, he observed that the three key actors involved—the United States, Iran, and Israel—often change their positions, making future actions unpredictable.

The remarks highlight the continued strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz in regional power dynamics and underline the uncertainty surrounding diplomatic commitments among the involved nations.

Dhaka University organized a ceremony on Sunday at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Building premises to celebrate Russian Language Day and the 227th birth anniversary of Alexander Pushkin, regarded as the father of modern Russian literature. The event was attended by Professor Dr. Abdus Salam, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education) of Dhaka University, as chief guest, and Alexandra A. Khelovnoy, First Secretary of the Russian Embassy and Director of the Russian House in Dhaka, as special guest.

In his remarks, Professor Salam highlighted Pushkin’s global recognition and the enduring humanistic and cultural values in his works. He said the celebration honors both a great literary figure and the richness of the Russian language, which fosters understanding and cooperation among nations. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to promoting international education and cultural exchange.

Special guest Alexandra Khelovnoy emphasized that the Russian language opens access to global knowledge in science, literature, and technology, creating new opportunities for Bangladeshi students in higher education and research through Russian government scholarships.

Bangladesh Coast Guard recovered 10 live grenades, 28 rounds of ammunition and 2 kilograms of cannabis from a salt field in Teknaf’s Jadimura area on Saturday night. The recovery was made during a special operation based on secret intelligence that armed militants were storing explosives underground near the Naf River for transport through Bangladesh’s border area. The details were disclosed by Lieutenant Commander Md. Muttaqin Siddiqui, Station Commander of Coast Guard Teknaf, during a briefing on Sunday afternoon.

According to the Coast Guard, the recovered items included two 34mm MK-1 hand grenades, eight 40mm HEDP grenades and 28 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, reportedly of a type used by the Myanmar military. The operation also seized 2 kilograms of cannabis. Authorities said surveillance continues to identify and apprehend members of the militant group active in the area.

Coast Guard media officer Lieutenant Commander Sabbir Alam Sujon stated that similar operations will continue to maintain law and order and curb militant activity along the border.

Acting Managing Director of Islami Bank, Altaf Hossain, announced that customer service quality will improve starting tomorrow despite ongoing liquidity challenges and heavy withdrawal pressure. He made the statement after a meeting with Bangladesh Bank officials, including Governor Mostakur Rahman, where the bank’s liquidity situation and operational stability were discussed. The central bank has provided Islami Bank with cash support for the first time to help maintain normal operations.

Hossain stated that daily withdrawals currently range between Tk 1,100 crore and Tk 1,200 crore, yet efforts continue to ensure uninterrupted service. He said the bank’s current account position is now positive, and internet banking services will soon be fully restored. The acting MD described the chairman appointment issue as political, not managerial, and emphasized that management’s main responsibility is to maintain business and customer service continuity.

In a video message, Hossain apologized for recent service disruptions, assured depositors that their funds are safe, and urged customers not to withdraw more than necessary. He expressed confidence that, with central bank assistance and customer cooperation, the bank will soon return to full normalcy.

Bangladesh Bank Governor Mostakur Rahman held a meeting with senior officials of Islami Bank on Sunday afternoon at the central bank’s headquarters. The meeting began at 4 p.m., confirmed Assistant Spokesperson Shahriar Siddiqui of Bangladesh Bank. According to him, the purpose of the courtesy meeting was to brief the governor on the bank’s current overall situation and the latest updates on its business activities.

A high-level delegation from Islami Bank attended the meeting, led by the bank’s acting Managing Director. The team also included two Additional Managing Directors and six Deputy Managing Directors. The delegation was expected to inform the governor about the bank’s ongoing operational status.

The meeting comes amid continued attention to Islami Bank’s internal and business affairs, as the institution seeks to strengthen its service quality and maintain regulatory communication with Bangladesh Bank.

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed has been arrested in the United Arab Emirates with Interpol’s assistance, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed told parliament on June 14. The arrest was confirmed through an official email from the UAE’s Directorate General of Federal Criminal Police and National Central Bureau in Abu Dhabi. Benazir, accused in multiple corruption cases, is currently in police custody there. The government has begun the formal extradition process, which must be completed within 30 days under UAE law.

A previous interim report by the Disappearance Commission alleged that during his tenure as Director General of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), Benazir encouraged officers involved in enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings. The report described these acts as part of an institutional system that normalized and rewarded such crimes. It also stated that the culture of impunity persisted even after the 2024 change of government.

The home minister called the arrest a historic success for Bangladesh Police, saying it demonstrated that no one is above the law and marked progress toward ending impunity.

Mufti Amir Hamza has been granted bail in two separate defamation cases by the Sirajganj Sadar and Chauhali Amli courts. He appeared before the courts on Sunday afternoon and applied for bail through his lawyer. The information was confirmed by Advocate Humayun Kabir Colonel, the APP and general secretary of the Sirajganj District Lawyers Association.

According to case details, Advocate Humayun Kabir Colonel filed a defamation case on April 2 against Hamza for allegedly calling the Minister of Power and Energy and BNP Standing Committee member Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku an atheist and anti-Islamic. The court had earlier issued a summons and later a warrant when Hamza failed to appear, though he obtained eight weeks of anticipatory bail from the High Court on April 27. In another case, the Sirajganj Sadar Amli Court granted him bail over alleged derogatory remarks about Arafat Rahman Koko, the late son of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia.

The second case was filed on January 20 by VP Shamim Khan, joint secretary of Sirajganj District BNP, after Hamza’s comments at a religious gathering on January 16 spread on social media and sparked anger among BNP supporters nationwide.