Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) has issued a recruitment notice for the positions of professor and assistant professor. The application process began on June 8, 2026, and will continue until 4 p.m. on July 1, 2026. Interested candidates must submit their applications within this period and pay a non-refundable application fee of 600 taka through mobile banking.

According to the announcement, applicants must attach a scanned 300x300 size photograph and a 300x80 size signature with their application. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted. The notice also specifies that there is no age limit for applicants, allowing a wider range of candidates to apply for the teaching positions.

The recruitment is part of RUET’s ongoing efforts to fill academic vacancies and strengthen its teaching staff in engineering and technology disciplines.

The United Kingdom has seized a Russian oil tanker from what it described as the country's 'shadow fleet' while the vessel was attempting to cross the English Channel. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the operation on Sunday through a post on social media platform X, calling it another blow to Russia. He said the move serves as a warning to those fueling President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine, emphasizing that they would not be allowed to hide anywhere.

The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed the seizure, with Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis praising the professionalism, skill, and courage required for such missions. He expressed respect for the armed forces and all those involved in the operation.

According to the report, Russia relies on its shadow fleet to finance its ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the UK’s action is positioned as part of efforts to disrupt that network.

A Bangladeshi youth named Julfikar, aged 22, was detained by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) near the Darshana-Gede international check post in Chuadanga on Saturday evening. Julfikar, son of Kalu Maulvi from Joynagar village, was reportedly collecting firewood with companions when BSF members chased and captured him, allegedly beating him before taking him into Indian territory.

However, Lieutenant Colonel Nazmul Hasan, commander of the 6th Battalion of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), provided a different version. He stated that initial information suggested several youths from Joynagar had gone to the zero point area and attempted to remove parts of the security fence along the Darshana-Gede railway line. During a BSF operation, Julfikar was detained while others escaped.

According to the BGB commander, the detained youth might be handed over to an Indian police station, though no official confirmation was reported at the time.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has strongly condemned the alleged police assault on national cricketer Nayeem Hasan in Chattogram. In a statement issued to the media on Sunday, Advocate Ehsanul Mahbub Jubayer, president of the party’s central youth and sports division, expressed outrage over the incident. He described the reported beating, harassment, and mistreatment of Nayeem Hasan by police officers at Lalkhan Bazar as a barbaric and deplorable act.

According to the statement, Nayeem Hasan was allegedly attacked by police while returning home to Chattogram after playing a Dhaka Premier League match. Despite identifying himself, he was reportedly beaten with a pipe and choked, which Jamaat said reflects a serious threat to citizens’ safety. Jubayer argued that merely withdrawing or suspending the officers involved would not be sufficient punishment for such a grave offense.

The party demanded an immediate, impartial, and swift investigation into the incident and called for strict legal and departmental action against those responsible. Jamaat also extended sympathy to Nayeem Hasan and his family, urging authorities to ensure the safety of all athletes and youth in the country.

An inscription bearing the name of Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab has been discovered in Saudi Arabia. The country’s Heritage Commission announced that the finding was made during an archaeological survey in the Medina province. The discovery was part of a broader exploration that uncovered a total of 1,774 archaeological artifacts.

According to the Heritage Commission, the survey teams documented 173 previously unknown archaeological sites. Among the discoveries were 1,259 inscriptions, including 461 Islamic inscriptions, 34 written in the Thamudic language, 11 stone structures, three palaces and archaeological buildings, two caravan route milestones, and four wells. The newly found inscription featuring Caliph Umar’s name is considered one of the significant findings from the survey.

The commission noted that Umar ibn al-Khattab ruled the Islamic empire from 634 to 644 CE. The discovery adds to the growing record of early Islamic-era artifacts in the region, highlighting Medina’s historical importance in Islamic civilization.

Five police officers were injured during an anti-drug operation in Masdair Gudaraghat area of Fatullah, Narayanganj, on Saturday night. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. when police conducted a raid based on secret information and encountered gunfire from drug dealers. The injured officers include Sub-Inspectors Nandan Sarkar and Monir, Assistant Sub-Inspectors Kamrul Hasan and Monir Hossain, and Constable Ashik.

Police arrested top drug dealer Monir, known as Fighter Monir, along with two associates, Masum and Naim, and seized 15 kilograms of cannabis. Following the arrests, Monir’s associates attacked the police to free them, firing 10 to 12 rounds and throwing bricks. Police responded with two shotgun rounds, injuring Monir in the leg. The attackers fled after police resistance.

According to Fatullah Model Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mahbub Alam, legal proceedings regarding the incident are underway.

Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced in parliament that former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed, who was arrested in Dubai, will be brought back to the country soon. The police headquarters earlier confirmed his arrest, describing it as a historic success for the Bangladesh Police. The minister said the National Central Bureau (NCB) is working closely with Interpol, and the government was officially informed of the arrest on June 12. Under diplomatic procedures, Bangladesh must request his return within 30 days of the arrest.

A Dhaka court had earlier ordered Interpol to issue a red notice against Benazir Ahmed on February 10, 2025, following a request from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). Another court had issued an arrest warrant on March 8, 2025, in a case alleging illegal wealth accumulation. The ACC filed the case on December 15, 2024, and later submitted a charge sheet on November 30, 2025, accusing him of acquiring assets beyond known income, concealing wealth information, and money laundering.

According to the charge sheet, Benazir declared assets worth about Tk 12.2 crore, while investigators found properties totaling over Tk 15.6 crore.

Bangladesh has been ranked the fourth most peaceful country in South Asia in the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026, published on June 9 by the Australia-based Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). The country is placed 117th globally among 163 nations and territories, with an overall score of 2.226 out of 5, categorized under the 'medium' level of peace. Bangladesh outperformed India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan in the regional ranking.

The GPI evaluates peace using 23 indicators across three domains: societal safety and security, ongoing domestic and international conflict, and militarization. Bangladesh scored 2.579 in safety and security, 2.237 in ongoing conflict, and 1.615 in militarization. Bhutan retained its position as South Asia’s most peaceful nation, ranking 16th globally, followed by Sri Lanka and Nepal. The report noted that South Asia experienced the largest regional decline in peace in 2026, with an average deterioration of 2.3 percent due to internal instability and border tensions.

The report also highlighted Bangladesh’s economic vulnerability to the Iran war, citing high LNG prices and reduced global demand as potential risks. It warned that prolonged disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could raise Bangladesh’s energy import costs by up to 2.5 percent of GDP.

Bangladesh Bank has provided a special loan of Tk 25 billion to Islami Bank to address its liquidity crisis. The assistance was extended on Sunday, according to information from the bank. The crisis intensified after the appointment of a new chairman following Eid, which triggered protests by a group of customers under the banner of the 'Conscious Customer Forum'. Many depositors began withdrawing their funds, worsening the bank’s liquidity position.

As a result, Islami Bank failed to meet customer withdrawal demands and could not maintain the required cash reserve ratio (CRR) with the central bank. Last week, the bank sought Tk 100 billion in liquidity support from Bangladesh Bank, which responded by providing an initial Tk 25 billion. During a post-budget press conference on Friday, Bangladesh Bank Governor Mostakur Rahman had hinted at such support, assuring that depositors would face no withdrawal problems.

The central bank’s intervention aims to stabilize Islami Bank’s operations and restore depositor confidence amid ongoing unrest over leadership changes.

During his visit to Cox’s Bazar, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman called Chittagong University Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) General Secretary Abdullah Al Noman to inquire about his well-being and campus affairs. The meeting took place on Saturday afternoon after the Prime Minister visited the grave of Wasim Akram, the first martyr of the July movement in Chittagong. Noman was later taken to the home minister’s residence, where Dr. Zubaida Rahman and Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed were present.

Following the meeting, Noman said the Prime Minister asked about his health and sought information on various academic and administrative matters at the university. Noman briefed him on student issues, including shuttle train disruptions, severe commuting difficulties, and housing shortages. According to Noman, the Prime Minister listened attentively, instructed his private secretary to take notes, and assured that the problems would be addressed.

Wasim Akram, who was martyred during the July uprising, had been a follower of Noman and was active alongside him in the movement until his death.

Hundreds of people gathered outside Woolwich Crown Court in southeast London to demonstrate in support of Palestine as sentencing was announced for four members linked to the group 'Palestine Action'. Police arrested more than a hundred protesters under anti-terrorism laws, citing support for a banned organization.

Protesters carried placards reading 'Saving lives is not terrorism' and 'I support Palestine Action'. The arrests occurred amid ongoing legal and political disputes over the status of Palestine Action. In February 2026, the UK High Court ruled that the government’s ban on the group was unlawful, but the government has maintained the prohibition while awaiting further proceedings.

The incident highlights continuing tensions in the UK over activism related to Palestine and the legal boundaries of political expression under counterterrorism legislation.

Israel’s security cabinet is set to convene an emergency meeting tonight, local time, to discuss developments related to Iran. According to Al Jazeera, the meeting will focus on the potential implications of a possible peace agreement or memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran.

Military analysts cited in the report suggest that such an agreement could pressure Israel to make concessions regarding its operations in Lebanon. Despite these concerns, Israel reportedly maintains a stance of keeping the Iranian and Lebanese fronts separate. The Israeli military has intensified its operations, striking 70 targets in Lebanon overnight, bringing the total to 400 attacks in the past week.

The escalating conflict has become a central issue ahead of Israel’s upcoming elections, with opposition leader Yair Lapid criticizing the government. Meanwhile, residents in northern Israel have expressed anger over what they see as the government’s failure to ensure their safety, saying they had to seek shelter 16 times in one night.

The European Union’s new Asylum and Migration Pact officially took effect across all member states on June 12, 2026, following prolonged discussions and debates. The reform aims to manage irregular migrant inflows like those seen in 2015, strengthen control at the EU’s external borders, and establish a fair solidarity mechanism for sharing responsibilities among member countries.

Under the new system, anyone arriving at EU borders without a valid visa or residence permit will not be allowed direct entry. Their identity, security, and health will be screened within seven days. Applicants will then be divided into two tracks: a fast-track border process for those with low chances of asylum or security risks, and a regular asylum process for those with stronger claims, which can take up to 20 months. The concept of “safe third countries” has been expanded, allowing transfers even without prior links.

The pact also extends biometric data collection to children aged six and above and enforces stricter rules to prevent secondary movement between EU states. A return order issued by one member state will now apply across the entire EU.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and local villagers in Kurigram’s Roumari upazila foiled another push-in attempt by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) early Sunday. The incident occurred around 6 a.m. near the 1060 main pillar at the Bottola border, where BSF allegedly tried to push two children, one woman, and three young men into Bangladesh. BSF claimed the group were residents of Kangshi village in Bhaluka upazila of Mymensingh district.

Following reports of the attempted intrusion, BGB personnel and hundreds of local villagers took up positions along the border to prevent entry. Lieutenant Colonel Hasanur Rahman, commanding officer of Jamalpur 35-BGB Battalion, stated that BGB remains firm in protecting national sovereignty and border security. He added that surveillance and security measures have been further strengthened across the border area.

According to BGB, the force remains on high alert to prevent any illegal entry or subversive activity along the Bangladesh-India frontier.

Heavy rainfall and hill runoff have caused the Maharshi River in Sherpur’s Jhenaigati upazila to overflow, flooding low-lying areas and the main market since Saturday morning. Water entered many shops, disrupting business activities and causing hardship for traders and residents. Several roads were submerged, though immediate information on damage was unavailable.

Local residents blamed the absence of a protective embankment for the recurring floods during the monsoon season. Officials from the Water Development Board reported that the river’s southern bank overflowed in the morning but later subsided. Rainfall was recorded at 24.50 millimeters in Sherpur, 35 millimeters in Nalitabari, and 180 millimeters in Nakugaon. In Nalitabari’s Chellakhali River, water was flowing two centimeters above the danger level, raising concerns about worsening conditions.

Member of Parliament Mahmudul Haque Rubel stated that he had raised the issue of constructing a permanent embankment in the national parliament and expressed hope that a sustainable structure would soon be built to reduce public suffering.