Police in Lakshmipur have arrested a man named Shahid, also known as Shipon, aged 30, for possession of a foreign-made revolver, 46 rounds of ammunition, and four empty shells. The arrest was made early Tuesday morning, March 10, during a raid in Radhapur area of Bangakha Union under Sadar upazila. The operation was conducted based on secret information, according to Additional Superintendent of Police (Administration and Finance) Hossain Mohammad Raihan Kazemi, who confirmed the incident later that afternoon.

Authorities stated that the seized firearm and ammunition were recovered from the suspect’s possession. Following the arrest, legal proceedings were initiated, and the accused was sent to court. The police did not disclose further details about the motive or possible links to other criminal activities.

The arrest highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts in Lakshmipur to curb illegal arms possession and related crimes, though no additional suspects or networks were mentioned in the report.

Israel’s Health Ministry reported that 191 people were hospitalized in the past 24 hours amid ongoing conflict with Iran, according to Al Jazeera. The Times of Israel stated that both soldiers and civilians were among those injured. One person is in critical condition, while three others are seriously wounded.

The ministry added that since the start of the war, a total of 2,339 people have been hospitalized. Of them, 95 remain under treatment, including 11 in serious condition. Earlier, a missile strike by Iran on the central Israeli city of Yehud killed one person and injured two others.

The report highlights the continuing escalation of hostilities between Iran and Israel, with rising casualties and sustained military exchanges.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami chief and opposition leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman sent a letter to Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman recommending his foreign affairs adviser, Professor Mohammad Mahmudul Hasan, for appointment to the ministry with the rank of minister. The letter, dated February 22, stated that such an appointment would help present opposition foreign policy views to the government and maintain balance in international relations. The unusual recommendation sparked widespread debate across the country.

Jamaat-e-Islami later acknowledged sending the letter but claimed that the portion referring to ministerial rank was not authorized by the party leader. According to a statement from Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar, Professor Hasan had added content beyond his instructions. The party said that upon learning of the issue, Dr. Rahman relieved Hasan of his duties on March 2 and appointed MP Barrister Mir Ahmad Bin Kasem Arman as the new foreign affairs adviser.

Jamaat emphasized its commitment to responsible and transparent political conduct and stated that corrective measures had already been taken to prevent further misunderstanding.

Thirteen young men from Nazimnagar village in Jamalganj upazila of Sunamganj were taken hostage in Libya by a mafia group after leaving home on January 28 to travel to Italy through human traffickers. The victims’ families said the traffickers had promised to send them to Italy for 1.3 million taka each. The group reached Libya via Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, and Egypt, but on February 25 they were captured by a Libyan gang that demanded 2.6 million taka per person in ransom, later reducing it to 1.2 million.

Families reported receiving distressing video calls showing the captives being tortured, with the kidnappers demanding money through mobile transfers. Some families have already sent money, selling land or borrowing from local lenders. One victim, Yasin Mia, managed to escape but was later arrested by Libyan police. Local brokers involved in the trafficking have gone into hiding.

Jamalganj police confirmed awareness of the incident but said no formal complaint had been filed yet. They stated that legal action would follow once an official complaint is received.

Iran has assured Bangladesh that oil and LNG tankers bound for the country will not face obstruction while passing through the Hormuz Strait, despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The assurance came after Bangladesh contacted Iran over concerns about energy supply disruptions through one of the world’s most critical maritime routes. Energy ministry officials said the move has eased immediate concerns about fuel supply stability.

A tanker carrying 27,000 tons of diesel from Singapore arrived at Chattogram port on Monday, with four more vessels carrying about 120,000 tons expected this week. To meet April’s demand, the government has initiated direct purchases of around 300,000 tons of diesel from alternative sources, as long-term contracts face uncertainty due to the war. Bangladesh currently supplies about 9,000 tons of diesel daily against a normal demand of 12,000 tons.

China and India have expressed willingness to support Bangladesh in addressing potential fuel shortages. The government has strengthened market monitoring and directed local administrations to prevent hoarding and irregularities.

Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman stated that the country will no longer operate under the influence of others and will act according to its own will. He made the remarks on Monday at an iftar event organized by the BNP at the Atrium Hall in East London, United Kingdom.

Rahman said that during a previous authoritarian period, Bangladesh’s foreign policy had been mortgaged to another country. He emphasized that the core commitment of the nation’s foreign policy is independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the protection of Bangladesh’s interests and dignity. He also mentioned that Tarique Rahman has clearly stated Bangladesh’s position of maintaining relations with all countries.

The minister recalled that these principles were the hallmark of Bangladesh’s foreign policy during the tenure of late President Ziaur Rahman, describing that era as a golden period. He added that Bangladesh is returning to that position. Rahman also informed that four Bangladeshi nationals have been killed amid ongoing unrest in the Middle East.

Iran has entered a new political phase following the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s Supreme Leader. Shortly after he assumed office, state television broadcast footage showing the first missiles launched in his name, each bearing the inscription, “At your service, Sayyid Mojtaba.” The display has drawn widespread attention within Iran.

Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was chosen by the 88-member Assembly of Experts to become Iran’s third Supreme Leader since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Following his selection, supporters took to the streets across several cities, chanting religious slogans to welcome the new leadership. The country’s security forces also pledged full loyalty to the new Commander-in-Chief.

The missile launch and accompanying messages signal the beginning of Mojtaba Khamenei’s leadership era, marked by strong displays of allegiance from Iran’s military and public supporters.

An elderly man named Kala Mia, aged 70, died after being beaten by his two sons over a land dispute in Teknaf’s Nayapara area of Cox’s Bazar early Monday night. According to police and medical sources, he was taken to Teknaf Upazila Health Complex in critical condition, where doctors declared him dead upon arrival. The accused sons were identified as Shaker Alam and Monir Alam.

Local residents said the dispute arose when Kala Mia’s wife became involved in selling ancestral property, leading to ongoing conflicts with their sons. The sons reportedly pressured their father to transfer the land to their names, but he insisted on dividing it among all heirs before any sale. The disagreement escalated into a violent assault that caused his death.

Local union council member Abul Fayez stated that the sons had been arguing with their father for days and allegedly hid him before he was found unconscious. Police confirmed that legal proceedings are underway and the body has been sent for autopsy at Cox’s Bazar Sadar Hospital.

On Monday, Anthropic filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Defense after being labeled a supply chain risk. Within hours, nearly 40 employees from OpenAI and Google, including Google’s chief scientist Jeff Dean, submitted an amicus brief supporting Anthropic’s case. The brief criticized the Trump administration’s decision and warned of the dangers posed by certain military uses of artificial intelligence.

The dispute stems from Anthropic’s refusal to allow its AI technology to be used for domestic mass surveillance or fully autonomous weapons. Following the breakdown of negotiations, the Pentagon’s designation barred Anthropic from military contracts and restricted other companies using its products. The brief argued that the designation was retaliatory and harmful to the public interest, emphasizing that AI-driven surveillance and autonomous lethal systems pose serious ethical and governance risks.

The signatories, describing themselves as engineers and researchers from leading U.S. AI labs, urged for guardrails and human oversight in military AI applications, warning that current systems remain unreliable and potentially dangerous when deployed without proper constraints.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed deep concern and demanded strict punishment for those responsible for the death of Mofizur Rahman, the Ameer of Jamaat’s Banka Union unit in Chuadanga’s Jibannagar upazila. Rahman died on Tuesday while undergoing treatment after being seriously injured in an attack allegedly carried out by BNP activists on February 28 at Hasadah Bazar.

In a statement sent to the media, Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar condemned the attack, describing it as premeditated and brutal. He said BNP and its allied groups had attacked Jamaat members with local weapons, killing activist Hafizur Rahman and critically injuring Mofizur Rahman, who later succumbed to his injuries. Porwar called the incident unacceptable and a grave threat to democratic politics and public safety.

Jamaat urged the government to ensure the rule of law and bring the perpetrators to justice, warning that failure to act could encourage further violence and lawlessness. The party also offered condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the deceased leader.

The Newspaper Owners’ Association of Bangladesh (NOAB) has declared a five-day holiday for newspaper industry employees during Eid-ul-Fitr. The announcement was made on Tuesday through a notice signed by NOAB President A K Azad. According to the notice, the holiday will run from March 19 to March 23, 2026.

As a result of this schedule, no newspapers will be published from March 20 to March 24, 2026. The decision applies across the newspaper sector and is intended to allow workers to observe the Eid festival with their families.

The announcement provides clarity for newspaper employees and readers regarding publication schedules during the upcoming Eid period.

Strong rumors have spread across Hebrew-language sources suggesting that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may have been seriously injured or killed. Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, in its Hebrew edition, highlighted several reasons behind the speculation, including the absence of recent videos or photos of Netanyahu for several days and the sudden shift to only written statements. The report noted that his last video appeared about three days ago and his last photo four days ago.

According to Tasnim’s summary of Hebrew sources, security around Netanyahu’s residence has been significantly tightened since March 8, reportedly due to concerns about potential drone attacks. Additionally, planned visits to Israel by Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were abruptly canceled, and a statement from the Élysée Palace about a supposed call between Netanyahu and French President Emmanuel Macron lacked a date, which observers found unusual.

No official confirmation or denial has been issued by the Israeli government or the Prime Minister’s Office. Observers believe this silence is intensifying speculation, and the situation continues to be closely monitored.

Australia has announced the deployment of a long-range military surveillance aircraft and missiles to the Persian Gulf region, citing potential threats of Iranian attacks on 12 countries. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the Royal Australian Air Force will send an E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft and support personnel for four weeks to strengthen airspace monitoring and regional security.

According to Australian authorities, the deployment follows a request from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In addition to the aircraft, Australia will supply the UAE with advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles. Albanese emphasized that the move is defensive, aimed at enhancing the Gulf nations’ protective capabilities and ensuring airspace safety.

The decision came after a phone conversation between Albanese and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The prime minister also cited the safety of approximately 115,000 Australian citizens living in the Middle East, including 24,000 in the UAE, as a key reason for the deployment.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman formally distributed Family Cards to citizens in Dhaka’s Korail slum on Tuesday, fulfilling a key election promise. The launch event took place at Mohakhali T&T Field, where Rahman pressed a button to transfer funds to 37,567 recipients, each receiving 2,500 taka. He described the day as emotional and announced that a Farmer Card program would be introduced within the next month.

Rahman said the initiative aims to empower women who benefited from free education policies introduced under former leader Khaleda Zia. Initially, 15,000 women from Korail, Saat Tola, and Bhashantek areas have been included, with a goal to reach 40 million people nationwide within four years. He also urged patience, noting that global conditions might delay some commitments.

Social Welfare Minister Dr. A.Z.M. Zahid Hossain stated that the Family Card was a long-cherished dream of the Prime Minister and emphasized that only the ultra-poor would receive cash benefits. Other attendees included the Prime Minister’s wife Dr. Zubaida Rahman, DNCC administrator Shafiqul Islam Milton, and foreign ambassadors.

The United States has deployed its advanced hypersonic missile system, known as 'Dark Eagle', on foreign soil for the first time. According to the U.S. Army, the system was sent to northern Australia to participate in a multinational military exercise. The 'Dark Eagle' can travel at more than five times the speed of sound and strike targets up to 1,725 miles away.

A key feature of the missile is its ability to alter its trajectory mid-flight, making it extremely difficult for enemy radar or defense systems to detect or intercept. U.S. officials stated that the deployment demonstrates the country's capability to rapidly position advanced weapons in the Indo-Pacific region.

The move also signals Washington’s commitment to ensuring the security of its allies in the region, according to the officials cited in the report.