The Bangladesh Public Service Commission (PSC) has released the results for non-cadre positions under the 45th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) examination. According to a PSC notification issued on Thursday, November 27, a total of 545 candidates have been provisionally recommended for appointment to various non-cadre posts. The results show that the highest number of appointments—50 candidates—were made to the post of Social Services Officer in the ninth grade. The PSC stated that the results were published under the authority of the Non-Cadre Appointment (Special) Regulations. The commission clarified that out of 565 revised vacant posts, 545 have been provisionally recommended for recruitment. Earlier, on the night of November 26, PSC had announced the final results for cadre positions under the same examination, recommending 1,807 candidates for appointment across different cadres.

Bangladesh’s interim government has granted final approval to the draft ordinance reforming the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The new ordinance expands the commission from three to five members, including one woman and one information and communication technology expert. It also requires ACC officials to submit their asset statements and mandates the commission to publish progress reports online every six months. The ordinance aims to strengthen transparency and institutional efficiency within the ACC, following recommendations from a reform commission. The proposal for a selection committee has been dropped from the final version. The approval came during a meeting of the interim government’s advisory council chaired by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus. Additionally, the council approved drafts of ordinances on combating human trafficking, regulating urban development under RAJUK, and amending the National Human Rights Commission Act.

A US federal appeals court has upheld a $1 million fine imposed on former President Donald Trump and his ex-lawyer Alina Habba for filing a baseless lawsuit against Hillary Clinton and other political rivals. The three-judge panel ruled that the lawsuit, which accused Clinton and several Democrats of conspiring to fabricate a false Russia-collusion narrative during the 2016 election, was frivolous and politically motivated. The court affirmed that the district court had not abused its discretion in imposing the penalty, emphasizing that Trump’s legal arguments lacked merit. Chief Judge William Pryor Jr. authored the opinion, joined by Judges Andrew Brasher and Embry Kidd. Trump’s legal team stated they would continue to pursue the matter until a “fair and just outcome” is achieved. The original case was dismissed in 2023, with the court labeling it an improper use of the judicial system for political purposes.

A new study by researchers from Bangladesh Agricultural University has revealed alarming levels of multidrug-resistant bacteria, or 'superbugs', in broiler chickens across the country. The research, published in the Asian-Australasian Journal of Food Safety and Security, attributes this to the rampant misuse of antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin, enrofloxacin, and tetracycline by small and medium poultry farmers, often without veterinary guidance. Over 75% of E. coli samples collected from farms were found to be multidrug-resistant, and traces of antibiotics were detected in retail chicken meat. The presence of the mcr-1 gene, which renders colistin ineffective, poses a serious public health risk. Additionally, improper disposal of poultry waste is contaminating soil and water, releasing harmful gases and nutrients. Experts warn that antibiotic residues entering the human body through food can cause allergies, organ toxicity, and microbiome disruption. Researchers urge immediate adoption of the 'One Health' approach, stricter antibiotic regulations, improved farm biosecurity, and promotion of probiotic alternatives to ensure a sustainable poultry industry.

After two years and eight months of signing the transit agreement and protocol, the first cargo shipment under the Bangladesh-Bhutan transit arrangement has departed from Chattogram Port. The consignment, consisting of 6,530 kilograms of goods including shampoo, chocolate, juice, and palm fruit imported from Thailand, left the port by road on Wednesday night. The shipment will travel through the Burimari land port, enter India via Changrabandha, and reach Bhutan via Siliguri, covering a total distance of 684 kilometers. Bangladesh earned Tk 101,713 in port charges and duties from this trial run. Chattogram Port Secretary Omar Faruk confirmed that the trial aims to identify and resolve any logistical or procedural issues before regular operations begin. Bhutan, a landlocked country previously reliant on India’s Kolkata and Haldia ports, seeks to diversify its trade routes and reduce costs through this new corridor. The initiative follows Bhutanese Prime Minister Lotay Tshering’s recent visit to Bangladesh, which accelerated the trial process.

A violent clash erupted between students of Jessore University of Science and Technology (JUST) and local residents following allegations that a shopkeeper harassed and inappropriately touched a female student. The incident began on November 24 when the student visited a shop to buy electronic items and accused the shopkeeper, Monayem Hossain, of misconduct. After the complaint spread on campus, students confronted Monayem, leading to escalating tensions. Villagers later joined the confrontation, resulting in stone-throwing and injuries to around 25 students and two journalists. Police intervened to restore order, and Monayem was arrested under the Women and Children Repression Prevention Act. The university vice-chancellor visited injured students and promised medical and psychological support. While the campus remains calm, authorities are working with local business leaders to prevent further unrest. Conflicting accounts from Monayem’s family claim the incident was a misunderstanding. An investigation is underway to determine the facts behind the clash.

Bangladesh’s interim government’s religious affairs adviser Dr. A F M Khalid Hossain has stated that anyone found guilty of insulting Islam will be promptly brought under the law. Speaking on Thursday, November 27, at an Ulema conference during a three-day religious gathering in Char Monai, Barishal, he urged citizens not to take the law into their own hands. Dr. Hossain assured that the government would act decisively against any form of religious disrespect, while acknowledging his own limitations within the administrative framework. The event was attended by prominent Islamic leaders including Islami Andolan Bangladesh’s Amir, Charmonai Pir Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, and other senior clerics. During the conference, Mufti Mizanur Rahman Saeed was announced as the new president of the National Ulema-Mashayekh A’imma Council.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has formed a new committee to implement its 'Nation Building Plan' initiative. Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has been appointed as the convener, while Habib-un-Nabi Khan Sohel will serve as the member secretary. The announcement was made on Thursday, November 27, through a press release issued by BNP’s assistant office secretary, Md. Munir Hossain. The committee includes several senior party leaders and professionals such as Dr. Ziauddin Haider, Dr. Mahdi Amin, Aminul Haque, Mir Shahe Alam, agricultural expert Hasan Zafir Tuhin, Abdul Monayem Munna, SM Jilani, Nurul Islam Nayan, Shahidul Islam Babul, Rajib Ahsan, Advocate Nipun Roy Chowdhury, Md. Abdus Sattar Patwari, Rakibul Islam Rakib, Md. Nasir Uddin, Maulana Md. Selim Reza, Advocate Maulana Kazi Md. Abul Hossain, Dr. Saimum Parvez, Dr. Abdul Majid, and Kamrul Islam. The committee is expected to oversee and coordinate the implementation of BNP’s development-oriented political agenda.

Ghorashal in Narsingdi district experienced four earthquakes within a single week, sparking fear among residents though no casualties or damage have been reported. The most recent tremor occurred on Thursday, November 27, at 4:15 p.m., registering a magnitude of 3.6 on the Richter scale. The first and strongest quake, measuring 5.7, struck on November 21, followed by two more on Saturday morning and evening, each measuring 4.3. The repeated tremors caused people in Ghorashal, Palash, and nearby areas to rush out of homes and offices in panic. According to the Meteorological Department, all four quakes originated in Narsingdi, with the latest epicenter located in Ghorashal itself. Authorities have urged residents to remain cautious but assured that there is no immediate cause for alarm as monitoring continues.

The National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) of Bangladesh has announced that the current Bangla First Paper syllabus for classes XI and XII, used in the 2024–25 academic year, will remain in effect for the 2025–26 session. According to an official circular issued on Wednesday, November 26, the existing syllabus will continue to apply until new instructions are issued. The directive has been sent to the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education, the Directorate of Madrasa Education, the Directorate of Technical Education, the Technical and Madrasa Education Division, the Dhaka Education Board, the Bangladesh Technical Education Board, and the Bangladesh Madrasa Education Board. The decision aims to ensure consistency and stability in the higher secondary curriculum while the NCTB continues its broader curriculum reform initiatives.

Researchers at France’s Institut Pasteur have warned that if the H5 strain of bird flu mutates to spread efficiently between humans, it could cause a pandemic more severe than COVID-19. The virus, currently widespread among wild birds, poultry, and some mammals, has disrupted food supplies and killed millions of birds, though human infections remain rare. Marie-Anne Rameix-Welti, medical director at the Pasteur Institute’s Respiratory Infection Center, said the greatest concern is the virus adapting to human-to-human transmission. Since humans lack antibodies against H5, unlike seasonal flu strains H1 and H3, the population would be highly vulnerable. From 2003 to 2025, around 1,000 human infections were recorded, mostly in Egypt, Indonesia, and Vietnam, with a 48% fatality rate. Recent detections in U.S. cattle and the first human H5N5 case in Washington have raised alarms. Experts stress that the pandemic risk remains low but emphasize vigilance and preparedness, noting that vaccine candidates and antivirals are already available.

The five-day Jor Ijtema organized by the Shura-e-Nezam faction of the Tabligh Jamaat is set to begin at the Tongi World Ijtema ground in Gazipur on Friday after Fajr prayers. The event, which serves as a preparatory congregation held about 40 days before the annual World Ijtema, will conclude with the Akheri Munajat (final prayer) on Tuesday, December 2. According to media coordinator Habibullah Raihan, followers of Maulana Zubair Ahmad from home and abroad have already started gathering at the venue’s tin-shed mosque, where senior scholars will deliver guidance and sermons. Tongi West Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md Harun-or-Rashid confirmed that additional police forces will be deployed to ensure the safety of the attendees. Earlier, followers of Maulana Saad Ahmad Kandhalvi held a similar five-day Jor Ijtema in Atibazar, Keraniganj, from November 7 to 11.

Israeli Chief of Staff Ayal Zamir did not attend a crucial security meeting on November 9, despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s directive to do so. The meeting, organized to discuss Turkey’s growing regional influence, included top political and security officials. Zamir’s office cited a 'personal event' as the reason for his absence, but Israeli media later revealed he attended the wedding of Major General Yaniv “Dado” Bar-Haliva’s daughter, alongside other senior military officers. Initially, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson claimed Zamir’s absence was due to a pre-scheduled family matter, but later admitted the explanation was an 'unintentional error' caused by confusion over two wedding invitations. The incident has raised questions about the military chief’s decision to disregard the prime minister’s instruction and the IDF’s inconsistent communication. The IDF later clarified that Zamir’s absence had been pre-coordinated and properly communicated in advance.

The world’s first farm dedicated to producing lab-grown or cultured meat is being established in the village of Schipluijden, located in South Holland, the Netherlands. The project, led by cheese producer Kaaren van Leeuwen, will install its first production module this week on a former dairy farm. Cultured meat, first conceptualized by researcher Willem van Eelen and realized in 2013 by Maastricht University’s Mark Post with Google funding, uses stem cells from animal muscle tissue to grow meat without slaughter. The initiative aims to reduce animal suffering and environmental impact associated with intensive livestock farming. The pilot project will produce cultured beef directly on-site, and by spring 2026, an experience center will open to allow visitors to observe the entire process. The production involves cultivating animal cells in a bioreactor under controlled conditions with nutrients like amino acids, sugars, vitamins, and growth hormones, replicating the natural environment inside an animal’s body.

The United Arab Emirates has expressed strong support for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s initiative to classify the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization. Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, described the move as a 'strategic, bold, and historic decision' aimed at countering a major source of extremism. In an interview with CNN, Gargash argued that the Brotherhood uses Islam as a political tool and that the designation would limit its influence, particularly in controlling mosques and funding networks. He also alleged an 'organic link' between Sudan’s armed forces and the Muslim Brotherhood, claiming some factions sought to regain power during the country’s civil war. Addressing the Sudan conflict, Gargash reiterated the UAE’s stance in favor of an unconditional humanitarian ceasefire and a transition to civilian governance. He denied allegations that Abu Dhabi supports the Rapid Support Forces militarily or politically, emphasizing that the UAE’s goal is to preserve Sudan’s unity and stability.