The cold wave has intensified in northern Bangladesh as Panchagarh recorded a minimum temperature of 12.6°C on Sunday morning, down from 14.7°C the previous day. According to the Tetulia Weather Observatory, humidity was 97 percent, though visibility remained normal due to the absence of dense fog. Residents in Debiganj, Boda, Atwari, and Panchagarh Sadar reported a sharp increase in cold sensation caused by chilly winds and high humidity. Meteorologist Jitendranath Roy stated that temperatures had hovered around 14°C over the past week but dropped further on Sunday, with forecasts suggesting a continued decline in the coming week. He added that the northern region is expected to experience a full onset of winter by early December, as cold air masses strengthen across the area.

Within just 32 hours, four earthquakes struck Dhaka and nearby Narsingdi, sparking public concern and expert warnings about a possible larger quake. Following Friday’s 5.7-magnitude tremor, three smaller quakes hit on Saturday, two in Dhaka’s Badda area and one in Narsingdi’s Palash. Geologists suggest these could be ‘foreshocks’ indicating stress buildup along nearby subduction zones. Experts from Dhaka University and BUET explained that Bangladesh lies at the intersection of three tectonic plates, making the region seismically active and vulnerable to major earthquakes. They emphasized that Dhaka’s proximity to the Dawki Fault and the Burmese Subplate increases the risk of a significant event. Authorities and specialists urged the government to raise public awareness, identify risky buildings, and enforce earthquake-resistant construction standards. Citizens were advised not to panic but to remain alert and prepared for potential seismic activity in the coming days.

The new secondary-level textbooks for Bangladesh’s 2026 academic year include major revisions portraying the Awami League government’s alleged irregularities, corruption, and authoritarian practices. The chapter titled ‘Mass Uprisings in Independent Bangladesh’ in the Bangladesh and Global Studies book highlights the July 2024 student-led uprising, describing it as a response to long-standing political repression and flawed elections under Sheikh Hasina’s rule. The books also discuss the abolition of the caretaker government system in 2011, the controversial elections of 2014, 2018, and 2024, and the eventual fall of the Hasina administration. Additionally, the eighth-grade Bangla textbook has removed Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s historic March 7 speech. The revised curriculum covers key historical events such as the 1952 Language Movement, the 1971 Liberation War, and the 1990 student uprising. The National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) confirmed that the changes aim to reflect political transitions, including the restoration of multiparty democracy under Ziaur Rahman and the democratic government led by Khaleda Zia.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has expressed deep concern over mild earthquakes felt in Dhaka and Ashulia on November 21 and 22. In a statement issued on Saturday, he urged citizens to remain patient during natural adversities and to place their trust in Allah. Dr. Rahman described the tremors as a divine warning, calling on people to seek divine help to stay safe from disasters. He also emphasized that the government has a responsibility to raise public awareness about disaster preparedness, identify risky buildings, and provide necessary training to minimize damage. His remarks came amid growing public anxiety following consecutive tremors in the capital region, though no major casualties were reported. The Jamaat leader’s message combined religious reflection with a call for practical disaster management measures to ensure public safety.

Meteorologist Mostafa Kamal Palash from the University of Saskatchewan has warned of a strong likelihood of a cyclone forming in the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 25–26. According to his latest forecast, the low-pressure area near the Andaman and Nicobar Islands may gradually intensify into a deep depression and eventually a cyclone. The potential storm could make landfall between India’s Andhra Pradesh coast and Bangladesh’s Chattogram coast between December 1 and 4. Light to moderate rainfall is expected across Bangladesh from November 30 to December 5. Farmers have been advised to harvest ripe Aman paddy before the rains and prepare for possible weather disruptions. Fishermen are urged to return from the sea by November 30 and avoid new fishing trips after November 29. Tourists are also advised to avoid travel to St. Martin’s Island and nearby coastal areas between November 30 and December 4 due to anticipated rough seas.

Bangladesh’s Industry Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan led a four-member delegation to the 11th Ministerial Conference of Least Developed Countries (LDCs), organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and hosted by Saudi Arabia in Riyadh. The conference, themed “Driving Inclusive Industrialization in LDCs: Investment, Innovation and Partnerships,” focused on mobilizing investment and formulating transformative industrial policies to ensure sustainable industrial growth and smooth graduation from LDC status. Adilur participated as a panelist in the high-level dialogue 'Shaping LDCs Industrialization Agenda,' where he highlighted Bangladesh’s progress toward LDC graduation and emphasized the interim government’s three priorities—zero carbon emissions, zero unemployment, and zero poverty. He also underscored the importance of SMEs in driving inclusive industrialization. Additionally, Adilur co-chaired an informal session on the draft ministerial declaration, which will be adopted at UNIDO’s 21st General Conference in November 2025. Bangladesh’s Permanent Representative to UNIDO, Ambassador Tawfiq Hasan, was also part of the delegation.

Leaders of various government employee organizations in Bangladesh have announced a mass rally in Dhaka during the first week of December to press for a new pay scale. The decision was finalized on November 22 during a meeting led by the Government Employees Demand Implementation Unity Council. Leaders expressed frustration over delays in the long-awaited pay structure reform, warning of tougher movements if the Pay Commission fails to submit its recommendations by November 30. The commission, however, stated that its draft report is about 50 percent complete, with further progress expected after receiving feedback from secretaries this week. The 23-member National Pay Commission 2025, headed by former finance secretary Zakir Ahmed Khan, was formed in July and has been tasked with submitting its final report within six months of its first meeting.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has declared that his party will not compromise with anyone in its political stance ahead of Bangladesh’s upcoming 13th national election. Speaking to journalists in Chattogram, he criticized the interim government’s decision to hold the national election and a referendum on the same day, warning that such a move could lead to unrest or even genocide. Dr. Rahman stated that Jamaat will not form a conventional political alliance but will pursue electoral understandings with several parties and groups. Addressing a religious gathering later in the evening, he urged supporters to vote conscientiously, oppose corruption, and remain united under Islamic principles. He reiterated that Jamaat’s mission is to establish a corruption-free Bangladesh under divine guidance and that the party will not stop until that goal is achieved.

Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and visiting Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay held a bilateral meeting in Dhaka on November 22, focusing on expanding cooperation in trade, energy, education, tourism, internet connectivity, and health services. The two sides signed two memorandums of understanding—one on health services and another on international internet bandwidth trade. Bhutan will import bandwidth from Bangladesh, while Bangladesh invited Bhutanese citizens to access medical education and services at a new hospital and medical college in Nilphamari. Both leaders discussed initiating formal talks on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with Bhutan aiming to become the first country to sign such a deal with Bangladesh. They also explored hydropower imports from Bhutan and a potential trilateral electricity trade involving India. The meeting emphasized shared history, regional connectivity, and a joint vision for sustainable development. Professor Yunus praised Bhutan’s carbon-negative achievements, while Tobgay lauded Bangladesh’s leadership during its transitional period.

BNP Standing Committee member and former minister Dr. Abdul Moin Khan criticized the Awami League and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during an election rally in Kachua, Chandpur. Speaking as the chief guest, Moin Khan accused Hasina of fleeing the country after the August 5 student-people uprising, prioritizing her family’s safety over that of her party members. He questioned why the Awami League, which claims to represent the people, originally chose an Urdu name, and alleged that the party failed to protect even its own supporters. Moin Khan contrasted Hasina’s actions with those of late President Ziaur Rahman, whom he credited with declaring Bangladesh’s independence and fighting the Pakistani army in 1971. The rally, organized by the local BNP, also featured speeches by former state minister A.N.M. Ehsanul Haque Milan and other party leaders, urging voters to support the BNP candidate in the upcoming election.

The century-old Bangshal police outpost in Old Dhaka’s Mahuttuli area has become dangerously dilapidated, posing a serious safety threat to the 25 officers stationed there. Despite being declared hazardous long ago by the Dhaka South City Corporation, the building remains in use, with cracked walls, unstable ceilings, and damaged balconies. A partial collapse occurred in June 2023, prompting authorities to label the structure unsafe, yet no relocation followed. Police personnel report working in constant fear of structural failure, particularly during storms. Local residents also express concern over potential accidents. The outpost’s in-charge, Sub-Inspector Sheikh Ali Azhar, confirmed that an alternative building has been rented nearby and that relocation will occur soon. Deputy Police Commissioner Mallik Ahsan Uddin Sami stated that plans and budget approval for constructing a new multi-storey police facility are already in place. Residents and officers alike urge immediate action to prevent a possible tragedy.

A bus caught fire on Saturday night in Dhaka’s Mohakhali area, near the Disaster Management and Relief Department office on Bir Uttam AK Khandaker Road. The incident occurred around 9 p.m., and the cause of the fire remains unknown. No casualties have been reported so far. Witnesses said the blaze was extinguished by nearby building security personnel before fire service teams arrived. The incident comes amid a series of similar arson and explosion events across Dhaka over the past week. Earlier, a bus belonging to Victor Paribahan was set ablaze in Rampura, and separate crude bomb explosions were reported in Dhanmondi and Pallabi, injuring a police officer. Authorities are investigating whether the Mohakhali fire is linked to the recent wave of unrest targeting vehicles and public spaces in the capital.

Train operations on Dhaka Metro Rail were briefly disrupted on Saturday night after a drone fell onto the tracks between Uttara Center and Uttara South stations. According to a statement from Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) posted on its official Facebook page, the incident caused a temporary suspension of metro service. The drone was quickly removed, and train movement resumed shortly afterward. Authorities expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to passengers and assured that normal operations had been restored. The cause of the drone’s fall and its ownership remain unclear, and no injuries or damage were reported. The incident has raised concerns about airspace safety around metro infrastructure in the capital.

Bangladesh batting coach and former captain Ashraful Islam has explained why Mushfiqur Rahim was not given the chance to score a second century in his 100th Test match. Mushfiqur, who became the first Bangladeshi to play 100 Tests and the 12th player globally to reach the milestone, was unbeaten on 53 when Bangladesh declared their second innings against Ireland. Ashraful said the team already had a 500-run lead and prioritized team strategy over individual records. He added that while another hour of batting could have allowed Mushfiqur to reach the century, it would not have aligned with the spirit of cricket. Ashraful also mentioned that Mominul Haque was given a chance to complete his century but was dismissed for 87. Despite missing out on a double-century record, Mushfiqur joined Ricky Ponting as the only players to score both a century and a fifty in their 100th Test.

Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed Chinese companies operating in the country to install artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled monitoring cameras in their manufacturing facilities. The move aims to address widespread tax evasion, particularly in the ceramic tile sector, where underreporting of production has allegedly caused an annual revenue loss of around 30 billion rupees. FBR Chairman Rashid Langrial issued the directive during a Senate Standing Committee on Finance meeting, warning that companies refusing to comply would face shutdowns. Chinese firms have expressed concerns that surveillance could compromise business confidentiality, but authorities have reduced the required number of cameras per factory from 16 to 5 to accommodate investors. The government plans to expand the AI monitoring system to 18 high-risk sectors to ensure transparency and improve tax compliance across industries.