Bangladesh’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has recovered over Tk 44 crore worth of laundered cryptocurrency. The Cyber Police Center (CPC) of CID traced and repatriated the digital assets on March 30, 2026, which had been siphoned off through the fraudulent online investment platform MTFE. The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka highlighted the recovery on its verified Facebook page, describing it as a positive outcome of growing Bangladesh–U.S. partnership.

According to a CID press release, this marks the first successful recovery of trafficked cryptocurrency in Bangladesh. CID’s Deputy Inspector General Md. Abul Bashar Talukder said the achievement was made possible through the relentless efforts of officers and international cooperation, showcasing the country’s growing capability in combating cybercrime. MTFE had lured investors with promises of artificial profits before abruptly shutting down in mid-2023, transferring investors’ funds to various crypto wallets.

Investigators identified about 3.6 million USD worth of USDT in international crypto exchanges. The funds were seized through advanced blockchain analysis and international collaboration, later converted into legal tender and deposited into a government account at Sonali Bank under court order.

A fire erupted in an abandoned railway coach at the SRB Station in Chattogram’s Majhirghat Banglabazar area on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred around 4 p.m., prompting fire service personnel to rush to the scene and bring the blaze under control. The fire was reported near the Barik Building area, according to the Chattogram Fire Service control room.

Pankaj Roy, in charge of the railway security unit at SRB Station, stated that drug addicts allegedly set fire to one of the abandoned coaches before fleeing the scene. Fire service officials confirmed that the cause of the fire and the extent of damage would be determined after an investigation.

Authorities have launched an inquiry to identify the individuals involved and assess the losses caused by the incident.

A mobile court in Lalpur upazila of Natore fined a local filling station Tk 20,000 following consumer complaints. The operation was conducted on Tuesday by Upazila Assistant Commissioner (Land) Amir Hossain, who led the inspection at Lalpur Filling Station. The penalty was imposed for selling fuel without proper authorization.

According to the report, the establishment was found selling fuel without following the required procedures. The mobile court took immediate action under relevant regulations to address the violation.

The incident highlights ongoing monitoring of fuel sales practices in the area to ensure compliance with consumer protection and licensing rules.

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Administrator Bir Muktijoddha Md. Abdus Salam announced that the government is preparing a policy to regulate illegal battery-powered rickshaws in the capital. He made the statement on Tuesday during a meeting at the DSCC building focused on easing traffic congestion and reducing public suffering caused by unlicensed rickshaws. Leaders of the Bangladesh Rickshaw-Van and Battery Rickshaw-Van Owners Federation attended the meeting, which was chaired by Salam.

According to the discussion, the number of unlicensed battery-powered rickshaws has grown sharply, worsening traffic and endangering public safety. Federation leaders said pedal rickshaws are disappearing as drivers switch to battery models, and some owners have added batteries to licensed pedal rickshaws. They urged the government to legalize these modified vehicles under the new policy and to take action against seasonal operators from outside Dhaka.

Salam stated that the policy will balance public convenience and livelihoods, setting standards for design, speed, and safety to prevent road disorder. He also called on legitimate Dhaka-based rickshaw owners and drivers to oppose illegal operators from outside the city.

Bangladesh Bank has eased the rules governing incentive bonuses for bank employees, according to a circular issued on Tuesday. Under the new guidelines, banks may now offer incentive bonuses if they achieve operating profits, do not increase capital shortfalls compared to the previous year, and refrain from taking new deferred facilities from the central bank’s security deposits. The decision aims to encourage employee motivation and maintain competitiveness in the banking sector.

Previously, banks were prohibited from granting bonuses if they failed to post net profits, had capital or security deposit shortfalls, or received deferred facilities from the central bank. The new circular allows banks to provide up to one month’s basic salary as a special bonus for significant achievements, even if earlier conditions are not fully met, provided the new three criteria are satisfied.

A central bank official said the relaxation is intended to help retain skilled officers, as weaker banks often lose staff to stronger institutions. The move is expected to enhance employee engagement and sustain a competitive environment across the sector.

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders convened an emergency in-person summit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday to address the escalating Iran crisis. This marks the first such gathering since the Iran-Israel war began on February 28. A GCC official told Reuters that the meeting aims to develop a coordinated response to Iran’s recent missile and drone attacks, which have targeted key infrastructure, including U.S.-linked facilities and military bases across the six member states.

Although a ceasefire between the United States and Iran took effect on April 8, attacks have decreased but discussions have yet to yield a final resolution. The ongoing uncertainty has heightened anxiety among Gulf monarchies. Saudi state media reported that Qatar’s Emir, Kuwait’s Crown Prince, Bahrain’s King, and the UAE’s Foreign Minister have arrived in Jeddah, while Oman’s representation remains unclear.

UAE senior official Anwar Gargash criticized the GCC’s current stance, saying that while member states cooperate on logistics, their political and military positions are at their weakest in history, a situation he did not expect from the GCC.

A 19-year-old youth named Tafsir Islam was sentenced to one year of imprisonment for attempting to take part in the ongoing Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination on behalf of another student in Uzirpur upazila of Barishal. The incident occurred on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Dhamura Secondary School examination center, where authorities detained him after confirming his false identity. A mobile court led by Upazila Assistant Commissioner (Land) Maheshwar Mondal delivered the verdict under the Public Examinations (Offences) Act, imposing one year of non-rigorous imprisonment and a fine of 100 taka.

According to the local administration, the act of cheating and irregularities in public examinations will not be tolerated. The official emphasized that maintaining the integrity of examinations is crucial and that regular monitoring drives will continue to ensure a fair environment.

The incident caused a stir in the examination center area, and authorities reaffirmed their commitment to preventing malpractice and maintaining discipline in public examinations.

A new book titled “From Cash to Code” was officially launched at a hotel in Dhaka, marking a significant event for Bangladesh’s digital finance and fintech sectors. The book, authored by Md. Mahmudul Hasan, Digital Banking and Fintech Strategist at Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC, explores how a large portion of Bangladesh’s digital economy remains outside the formal financial system, posing challenges to achieving full financial inclusion.

The launch event was attended by Al-Arafah Islami Bank Chairman Khaja Shahriar as chief guest and Managing Director Md. Rafat Ullah Khan as special guest, along with senior executives and professionals from banking, fintech, and digital finance industries. Hasan emphasized that true financial inclusion requires integrating people’s daily economic activities into formal digital systems, suggesting that Bangladesh’s next major transformation will occur when informal economic activities become part of the mainstream.

The book introduces a new framework for discussing digital finance in Bangladesh and is expected to serve as a key reference for policymakers, the banking sector, and the fintech industry.

French oceanography expert Ms. Tania Astrid Capuano paid a courtesy visit to Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. A. B. M. Obaidul Islam on Tuesday at the vice-chancellor’s office. Both sides emphasized strengthening mutual cooperation in education and research, particularly in oceanography and natural resource management. The meeting was also attended by Dr. K. M. Azam Chowdhury, Director of the Dhaka University International Center for Ocean Governance.

During the discussion, participants explored expanding ongoing joint academic and research programs between Dhaka University and various European universities. They agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding soon between Dhaka University and France’s Center for Natural Resource Studies (CNRS). According to the source, this initiative is expected to accelerate international research and academic exchange activities.

Ms. Capuano has been serving as a visiting fellow at the International Center for Ocean Governance for the past two years, contributing to building connections and implementing joint research projects with European institutions. The vice-chancellor thanked her for her contributions and expressed hope for continued collaboration.

A violent clash between activists of the BNP and Jamaat occurred in Taherpur village of Begumganj upazila, Noakhali, on the night of April 27, 2026. The incident, reportedly triggered by previous political disputes, left at least eight people injured, including a Jubo Dal activist named Shakil Mahmud, who sustained a gunshot wound. The confrontation took place around 9:30 p.m. following tensions that began earlier in the day at a rally of the newly formed Krishak Dal.

Police and local sources said the conflict stemmed from an earlier altercation between two BNP supporters, which escalated when rival groups gathered in the evening. BNP’s former vice president of the local unit, Md. Alauddin, alleged that Jamaat-linked individuals attacked him, while others claimed the shooting resulted from a misfire by BNP members. Jamaat’s district secretary, Borhan Uddin, denied his party’s involvement, asserting it was an internal BNP dispute.

Begumganj police confirmed visiting the scene and stated that legal action would follow upon receiving a written complaint.

Human development organization Impact Initiative distributed food items, sports equipment and seasonal fruits among orphaned children in Khulna. The event took place on Tuesday at the Rahuma Samajkalyan Society auditorium on Syed Ali Hossain Road under the organization’s Orphan Care Program. A total of 26 orphaned children and their guardians received the distributed items.

The distributed packages included rice, soybean oil, lentils, sugar, milk powder, noodles, food packs, Horlicks jars, nuts, biscuits, fruits and chocolates. Educational materials such as books, art supplies, stationery, school bags, umbrellas and art frames were also provided. Boys received a cricket set while girls received a badminton set. Each child was also given 3,500 taka to cover annual study and school fees.

The event was attended by Khulna’s Additional Superintendent of Police Sheikh Md. Imran as chief guest, with Dr. G. M. Shafiqul Islam and Dr. Jinnat Ali as special guests. Journalists Muhammad Nuruzzaman and Masum Billah Imran also spoke, and area representative S. A. Mukul supervised the program.

European Union Ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller paid a courtesy call on Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir at the Secretariat on Tuesday. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation between Bangladesh and the EU, with both sides describing the discussions as productive.

The minister emphasized expanding and strengthening mutual partnership, particularly by utilizing EU expertise in water management. He expressed interest in launching joint experience-sharing programs in this sector, noting their potential benefits for Bangladesh. Ambassador Miller described Bangladesh as a reliable and proven development partner and reaffirmed the EU’s interest in deepening and broadening existing cooperation.

Discussions also covered decentralization of governance, e-governance improvement, infrastructure progress, and sustainable development. Both parties expressed optimism that joint initiatives and partnerships would make future Bangladesh–EU development cooperation more dynamic. Senior officials from the ministry and its subordinate offices were present at the meeting.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected in its latest World Economic Outlook report that Bangladesh’s per capita gross domestic product (GDP) could exceed India’s in 2026. According to the report, Bangladesh’s per capita GDP is expected to reach 2,911 US dollars, compared to India’s 2,812 dollars. The IMF attributes this potential shift to Bangladesh’s sustained economic growth, steady export earnings, and slower population growth. However, the report also notes that India may regain the lead in 2027.

Economists have cautioned against overinterpreting the forecast, emphasizing that a temporary lead in per capita GDP does not necessarily reflect stronger overall economic performance. Former World Bank economist Zahid Hossain explained that exchange rate fluctuations can significantly affect GDP comparisons in dollar terms. Selim Raihan, executive director of SANEM, added that Bangladesh’s economy remains under pressure from inflation, investment stagnation, and global instability, including the Middle East conflict.

The IMF publishes the World Economic Outlook twice a year, offering short- and medium-term forecasts of global economic trends. Economists noted that such projections are subject to change due to external factors and methodological limitations.

The government has appointed Md. Alamgir Hossain, an additional secretary attached to the Ministry of Public Administration, as the new Director General of the Directorate General of Drug Administration (DGDA). The appointment was made on deputation, and his service has been placed under the Health Services Division. The Ministry of Public Administration issued the official notification on Tuesday.

Alamgir Hossain replaces Major General Md. Shamim Hayder, who had been serving as the DG of the DGDA since October 22, 2024. The DGDA is the sole authority responsible for licensing and regulating the pharmaceutical sector in Bangladesh.

The appointment marks a leadership transition in the key regulatory body overseeing the country’s medicine production and distribution, ensuring continued oversight of the pharmaceutical industry.

Teachers at Barishal University have declared a total non-cooperation movement against Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mohammad Toufiq Alam amid an ongoing complete shutdown program demanding promotions. The announcement was made at a press conference held on Tuesday noon at the administrative building of the university. Since the work stoppage and shutdown began on April 22, all academic and administrative activities, including classes and examinations, have been halted.

According to the protesting teachers, many faculty members became eligible for promotion under the university’s existing upgradation policy as early as mid-2024, but no action was taken by the previous vice-chancellor. They allege that the current vice-chancellor has continued to delay the process despite repeated requests. Teachers claim that mandatory upgradation board meetings were not held within the required timeframe and that even after partial progress in late 2025, the final approval process was stalled.

The teachers further accuse the vice-chancellor of using comments from University Grants Commission officials as a pretext to suspend promotions and of undermining the university’s autonomy. They have called for government intervention to resolve the crisis, while the vice-chancellor has urged teachers to resume classes and warned of legal action if disruptions continue.