The opposition walked out of Bangladesh’s parliament on Friday evening, accusing the ruling party of breaching trust. The walkout, led by Opposition Leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman at around 7:35 p.m., followed his allegation that the government had violated an earlier understanding. Before leaving, he also accused Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed of losing neutrality.

The dispute arose after the July Memorial Museum Bill was passed in an amended form, allegedly breaking a prior agreement reached in a special committee meeting. The disagreement led to prolonged debate between the two sides before the opposition left the chamber. This marks the fourth walkout by the opposition during the current parliamentary session.

The repeated walkouts highlight deepening tensions between the ruling and opposition parties over legislative procedures and perceived breaches of parliamentary consensus.

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman has reached a major milestone in Twenty20 cricket by becoming one of the top five bowlers with the most dot balls in the format’s history. During a Pakistan Super League match against Lahore Qalandars, the left-arm pacer bowled his 3,000th dot ball, joining an elite group of bowlers. Despite his team’s defeat, his achievement drew significant attention.

Mustafizur bowled two overs in the match, delivering three dot balls, which brought his career total to 3,002. This performance placed him fifth on the all-time list. The ranking is led by Dwayne Bravo with 3,681 dot balls, followed by Mohammad Amir with 3,348, Andre Russell with 3,213, and Sohail Tanvir with 3,046.

The milestone underscores Mustafizur’s consistency and control in the T20 format, further strengthening his reputation as one of the most effective bowlers in limited-overs cricket.

Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman has arrived in Port Louis to attend the Ninth Indian Ocean Conference. The event began on Friday in the Mauritian capital, bringing together leaders, policymakers, and experts from across the Indian Ocean region to discuss regional cooperation, shared responsibilities, and future governance frameworks. During the visit, Dr. Rahman is expected to hold bilateral meetings and seek support for Bangladesh’s candidacy for the presidency of the 81st United Nations General Assembly (2026–27).

A senior official from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the minister will meet with counterparts from participating countries on the sidelines of the conference. The delegation includes the Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir. The conference is jointly organized by the India Foundation, the Government of Mauritius, and India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Before arriving in Mauritius, Dr. Rahman held several meetings in New Delhi with top Indian leaders. India’s Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal are also scheduled to address the conference.

Aminul Islam Bulbul, who had declared himself the legitimate president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), sent a letter to the International Cricket Council (ICC) on the day an ad hoc committee was formed. It remains unclear whether the ICC has responded or what the nature of any response might be. Although there were earlier reports that Bulbul might pursue legal action, indications now suggest he has decided not to proceed down that path.

Following the resignation of seven directors, 18 directors, including Bulbul, remained in the BCB until their removal. These former directors are currently focused on maintaining unity among themselves and avoiding internal divisions. Initially, they considered legal measures but have since stepped back from that idea.

Unnamed former directors told the newspaper that pursuing legal action would not benefit cricket and could create unnecessary complications. While Bulbul and the other ousted directors have not made a final decision about future legal steps, they stated that any such decision will be made collectively later.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami central executive council member Md. Mobarak Hossain announced that a mass movement will be organized to secure the legal foundation of the July Charter. He made the statement on Friday at the Jamaat-e-Islami Jessore district ward presidents’ conference 2026, where he attended as the chief guest. Hossain said more than 1,400 people were martyred in the July revolution, but no proper list or visible initiatives have yet been taken.

He claimed that Jamaat Ameer and opposition leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has been assisting the families of martyrs and the injured, while the interim government has failed to take significant steps for them. Hossain also said a commemorative book has been published to honor the martyrs’ sacrifices. He accused political groups of betraying the public by abandoning their positions despite a “yes” victory in the referendum and criticized the BNP for rejecting 70 percent of the referendum result.

He warned that if the July Charter is not legally recognized, Jamaat will take to the streets with public support. The conference concluded with leaflet distribution and public outreach programs demanding implementation of the referendum verdict and the July Charter.

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar expressed deep concern over the violation of the ceasefire in Lebanon during a telephone conversation with Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen, according to a statement from Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry. The discussion focused on the regional situation and the recent escalation of tensions.

The statement said the Dutch foreign minister praised Pakistan’s role in promoting the ceasefire and expressed support for continued diplomatic efforts to achieve lasting peace. Both sides voiced concern over the serious breach of the ceasefire in Lebanon and emphasized the need for its full implementation to ensure sustainable peace.

In addition, Pakistan and the Netherlands reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, particularly in trade, economic cooperation, and investment, signaling an interest in expanding collaboration beyond regional security issues.

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has warned that Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon are having a catastrophic impact on children. According to the agency, Tuesday’s bombing killed 33 children and injured 153 others within minutes. The latest assault adds to a shocking toll of nearly 600 children killed or wounded since March 2, according to UNICEF figures.

The organization reported that more than one million people across Lebanon have been displaced, including an estimated 390,000 children, many of whom have been forced to move multiple times. Children are being pulled from rubble, with many missing or separated from their families. UNICEF said the loss of loved ones and homes has left many suffering severe psychological trauma.

The agency emphasized that international humanitarian law clearly requires the protection of all civilians, including children, at all times.

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee revealed that he spent six consecutive weeks inside a command center during the recent conflict involving Iran and Israel. Following the ceasefire, Huckabee shared his experience through a social media post, describing how he lived in a single room with his two dogs, slept on a camp bed, cooked using a microwave and hot plate, and had very limited movement. He expressed relief at returning to his residence after the ceasefire.

Huckabee, known as a staunch supporter of Israel, has previously identified himself as a Christian Zionist. Earlier this year, in a February interview, he stirred controversy by saying that, according to his interpretation of the Bible, he would not object if Israel occupied most of the Middle East. His remarks drew widespread criticism from the international community.

The ambassador’s account highlights the intensity of the recent conflict and the personal challenges faced by diplomats stationed in high-risk regions.

Education and Primary and Mass Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milan MP has directed officials to ensure that the upcoming SSC and equivalent examinations are conducted fairly and without cheating. On Friday, he gave these instructions during a Zoom meeting with center secretaries of the Chattogram Education Board and the region’s madrasa and technical boards. The minister emphasized installing CCTV cameras in all exam rooms and using IPS systems to maintain uninterrupted monitoring during power outages.

He noted that these measures would help oversee exam centers in remote hilly areas of Chattogram. Referring to past success between 2001 and 2006, he expressed confidence that collective efforts by teachers could again ensure cheating-free exams. He assured teachers of full security and urged them to perform their duties without fear. The minister also instructed examiners to award marks strictly based on correct answers and warned that question paper leaks would be treated as serious crimes.

He called for cooperation from local MPs, political leaders, and journalists to ensure smooth exam management and contribute to building a meritorious nation.

An eleven-party alliance distributed leaflets in Setabganj Bazar of Bochaganj upazila, Dinajpur, on Friday afternoon demanding the implementation of the referendum verdict. The campaign took place around 4 p.m. at various shops and among pedestrians, urging the government to act on the public decision made earlier this year.

According to the leaflets, citizens voted in the February 12, 2026 election to form a 'Constitution Reform Council' alongside the National Parliament, but the government has not implemented the decision, thereby disregarding the people's mandate. The alliance leaders stated that structural reforms of the constitution are essential to meet public expectations and announced their intention to continue peaceful movements until the referendum verdict is implemented.

The leaflets also alleged that the government is obstructing various constitutional and administrative reforms. Local leaders of the alliance, including Maulana Aminul Haque, Mahabub Alam, and Masum Billah, were present during the distribution.

Iran has reaffirmed its firm stance on the ceasefire issue ahead of upcoming discussions with the United States. Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht Ravanchi stated that Iran does not support any ceasefire that would allow opponents to regroup and launch new attacks. Speaking in Tehran to foreign ambassadors and representatives of international organizations, he said that consensus had been reached on Iran’s proposed ten-point plan as the basis for dialogue.

Ravanchi emphasized that Iran welcomes diplomacy and dialogue but not those based on misinformation or aimed at deception and future military aggression. He added that Iran has clearly informed its allies that it will not accept any situation lacking proper guarantees against renewed hostilities.

The upcoming U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad have drawn both curiosity and concern from the international community, reflecting heightened regional tensions surrounding the ceasefire issue.

Ireland’s Foreign Minister Helen McEntee expressed shock over Israel’s large-scale attacks in Lebanon that coincided with the day of the Iran-US ceasefire. According to reports, the strikes caused 254 deaths and numerous civilian casualties. McEntee condemned the assaults as brutal and unacceptable, calling for an immediate halt to the violence.

Following a phone conversation with Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Ragir, McEntee posted on social media platform X that she was horrified by the attacks, which killed more than 200 people. She emphasized that all parties, including Lebanon, must adhere to the ceasefire agreement and avoid further escalation.

The Irish minister also urged the extension of the Iran-US ceasefire, highlighting the need for restraint and continued diplomatic efforts to prevent renewed conflict in the region.

An examinee at Barishal University was expelled from the 2025–26 cluster admission test for allegedly using a mobile phone during the exam and subsequently attacked four university staff members. The incident occurred around noon on Friday on the university campus. The expelled student, identified as Ahnaph Ahmed (roll: 199860), was later handed over to the police after attempting to flee.

According to university sources, Ahnaph Ahmed was caught using a mobile phone during the test and was taken to the control room after being expelled. On the way, he became agitated and assaulted the staff present. Four staff members, including security personnel Moniruzzaman, Russell Hossain, and Ujjal, were injured, with three admitted to Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital in Barishal.

University officials confirmed that the situation was brought under control and the student was handed to police. Law enforcement stated that legal action would be taken following the incident.

India has appointed Pranay Verma, currently serving as the country's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, as its next ambassador to Belgium and the European Union. The appointment was announced by the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday, April 10, 2026. According to the official statement, Verma, an Indian Foreign Service officer from the 1994 batch, will assume his new responsibilities in Brussels soon.

Verma has been leading India’s mission in Bangladesh since September 2022. His new posting comes at a time when India’s engagement with the European Union has gained strategic importance following the signing of a bilateral trade agreement on January 27. The agreement aims to expand trade in goods, services, and investments between India and the EU and is expected to take effect in early 2027.

India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry stated that the free trade agreement will create a future-ready trade framework to support emerging economic sectors, particularly targeting a $300 billion export goal in engineering and manufacturing.

The Bangladeshi ship 'Banglar Joyjatra', operated by Bangladesh Shipping Corporation (BSC), was denied permission by Iran to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, April 10, 2026. The vessel had departed from Saudi Arabia’s Ras Al Khair port after a ceasefire took effect in the Middle East, following 40 days of being stranded due to regional conflict. Upon reaching near the strait after about 40 hours of sailing, the ship sought clearance from Tehran, which was rejected. The crew has been instructed to return safely to Sharjah port in the United Arab Emirates.

BSC Managing Director Commodore Mahmudul Malek confirmed that diplomatic efforts to secure passage are ongoing. He said the ship remains near Hormuz and has sufficient food supplies for its 31 crew members. The vessel can desalinate 18 tons of seawater daily, though water use has been rationed to six tons. Crew allowances and daily meal budgets have been increased to maintain morale.

The ship had completed unloading at Jebel Ali on March 11 and was scheduled to load cargo in Kuwait before heading to Cape Town with 37,000 tons of fertilizer.