The South Korean Air Force has issued an apology for a 2021 midair collision between two F-15K fighter jets near Daegu. According to a report released Wednesday by the national audit and inspection board, the crash occurred after a pilot attempted to take selfies and record videos during flight. The Air Force spokesperson expressed regret for the incident and confirmed that one of the involved pilots was temporarily suspended from flight duties, faced disciplinary action, and later left the military.

Investigators found that the wingman pilot tried to commemorate his final flight with the unit by taking photos. To improve the camera angle, he tilted and raised the aircraft without authorization, while another pilot filmed from the lead jet. As the planes drew too close, both pilots attempted to avoid collision, but the wingman’s tail struck the lead jet’s wing. No injuries were reported.

The Air Force stated it is tightening flight safety regulations and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Two Bangladeshi students studying at the University of South Florida have gone missing, raising concern among their families and the local community. The missing students are identified as Jamil Limon, a 27-year-old PhD researcher, and Nahida S. Brishti, a 27-year-old chemical engineering student. According to university police, Limon was last seen at his Tampa residence around 9 a.m., while Brishti was last seen at the Natural and Environmental Sciences building around 10 a.m. on the same day. Separate missing person reports have been filed by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office and the university police.

Authorities said the two were friends and might have been staying together, though their families expressed doubts about that assumption. Limon’s younger brother described him as responsible and unlikely to disappear without notice, while Brishti’s family said she maintained regular contact and spoke normally on the day she went missing.

Reports indicate the two previously had a romantic relationship and future plans together, though they were not formally involved recently. Brishti left her laptop and belongings in the lab, while Limon’s passport was found at his home.

Recent archaeological excavations in Dhaka’s old jail compound on Nazimuddin Road, led by Professor Sufi Mostafizur Rahman, have uncovered colored pottery and artifacts dating back nearly two thousand years. These discoveries suggest that Dhaka was connected to international trade networks, including the Silk Route, long before the Mughal period. The findings also indicate that the city’s history extends far beyond the commonly held view that it began during the Mughal era.

Historical records and inscriptions reveal that during the Bengal Sultanate, Dhaka was part of a region known as Iqlim Mubarakabad, named after Fakhruddin Mubarak Shah. Two key inscriptions from the 15th century—one from the Bibi Bakht Binot Mosque in Narinda and another from Naswalagali Mosque near the present central jail—confirm the presence of a growing Muslim community. The first mosque was built privately by a merchant named Arkan Ali, while the second was a state-sponsored construction under Sultan Nasiruddin Mahmud Shah.

These inscriptions and mosque constructions demonstrate the gradual expansion of Muslim society in Dhaka during the Sultanate period, reflecting both religious and commercial development along the Buriganga River.

In Digholkandi village of Puthia upazila, Rajshahi, farmers are facing severe crop damage caused by the heat and black smoke from a brick kiln named ‘Messrs SBXU Tata’. The smoke and intense heat have reportedly harmed large areas of farmland, particularly mango and banana orchards. Local farmers said their crops have been destroyed, with some forced to cut down trees after repeated losses. The kiln owner, Shahabuddin, denied the allegations, claiming no farmer had directly complained to him.

According to agricultural officer Mosha. Shaheda Khatun of the Baneshwar block, several mango orchards have already been cut down due to the kiln’s impact. Out of about 50 bighas of banana plantations, 15 to 16 bighas have suffered extensive damage. She stated that affected farmers deserve fair compensation for their losses.

The situation has fueled growing anger among local residents, who say the kiln’s operations continue to threaten their livelihoods and the region’s agricultural sustainability.

Police have arrested three suspects five days after a college student was killed in a clash over government land in Begumpur village of Nabiganj upazila, Habiganj. Acting on a tip-off, officers detained the suspects from Taherpur in Sunamganj late Wednesday night. The arrested individuals were identified as Helal Mia, Nasir Mia, and Masum Mia, all residents of Begumpur village.

According to the investigating officer, Sub-Inspector Jayanta Talukdar, the three detainees include the prime accused in the murder case. He stated that operations are continuing to apprehend the remaining suspects. The incident occurred on Sunday, April 19, when a dispute over government land between groups led by Helal Mia and Khalilur Rahman escalated into violence, resulting in the death of Khalilur Rahman’s son, college student Manjur Mia.

Police have so far arrested five individuals in connection with the case, and further investigations are ongoing to locate others involved.

U.S. President Donald Trump has said there is no pressure to extend the ceasefire with Iran, emphasizing that he is not in a hurry to end the war. In an interview with Fox News, Trump stated that he wants a 'better deal' with Iran rather than a quick resolution.

White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt said on Wednesday that President Trump has clearly presented his final conditions to the Iranian side. She added that Washington is now waiting for Tehran’s response. Meanwhile, Israeli media reported that the United States has informed Tel Aviv that the current ceasefire with Iran will expire on Sunday.

According to Israel’s state broadcaster Kan, Washington told Israeli officials that the deadline set by President Trump for Tehran is only a few days away, signaling that the next phase of U.S.-Iran negotiations could depend on Iran’s forthcoming reply.

Microsoft announced that Copilot’s agentic capabilities are now generally available across Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The company stated that these AI-powered tools can be accessed on both desktop and mobile devices, expanding their usability for a wide range of users.

According to Microsoft, the release marks an extension of Copilot’s integration within its core Office applications. The announcement emphasizes the availability of these features across platforms, highlighting the goal of providing consistent AI assistance wherever users work.

The update reflects Microsoft’s continued effort to embed AI functionality into everyday productivity tools, aiming to enhance user experience and efficiency across devices.

OpenAI has introduced workspace agents in ChatGPT, enabling teams to create shared AI agents that manage complex and long-running workflows within organizational permissions. These agents, powered by Codex, can perform tasks such as report generation, coding, and message responses. They operate in the cloud, allowing continuous work even when users are offline, and can be accessed through ChatGPT or Slack. The feature is available in research preview for ChatGPT Business, Enterprise, Edu, and Teachers plans.

Workspace agents are designed to handle collaborative workflows that require shared context and approvals across teams. They can gather information from various systems, follow internal processes, and maintain progress across tools. OpenAI teams have built examples such as software review, product feedback routing, weekly metrics reporting, lead outreach, and third-party risk management agents. Admins retain control over permissions, data access, and agent actions, with analytics and compliance tools ensuring governance and visibility.

Workspace agents are free until May 6, 2026, after which credit-based pricing will apply. OpenAI plans to expand functionality with new triggers, dashboards, and integrations to further streamline team productivity.

The Miyabari Mosque in Korapur, Barishal, remains one of the few surviving monuments representing the region’s ancient heritage. Built by Hayat Mahmud, a Bengali Muslim military commander under the Chandradwip ruler and later a zamindar of Buzurg-Umadpur, the mosque stands as both an architectural and archaeological landmark. Mahmud, who resisted British East India Company rule, was declared an outlaw, exiled to Prince of Wales Island, and later returned to settle in Korapur, where he constructed the mosque.

Believed to have been built in the late 18th century, the two-storied mosque follows the Shaista Khani architectural style, similar to many 17th-century Mughal structures. It measures about 70 feet long and 40 feet wide, with thick brick-and-lime walls and a roof built without iron or rods. The mosque features three domes, eight large minarets, and twelve smaller ones, and can accommodate around 60 worshippers. Two unidentified graves lie beneath its staircase. Recently, local efforts have restored the mosque’s beauty, and its ground floor now houses a madrasa.

The Miyabari Mosque continues to symbolize Barishal’s Muslim heritage and its historical defiance of colonial dominance.

Dhaka Metropolitan West Chhatra Dal General Secretary Akram Ahmed has announced a 'zero tolerance' policy against individuals conducting secret political activities. The declaration came during a protest rally in Mirpur, Dhaka, organized to condemn recent attacks on Chhatra Dal and general students at Chittagong City College and Pabna Ishwardi Government College. The rally began at the Tolarbagh footbridge and concluded near the Directorate of Primary Education in Mirpur-2.

In his address following the rally, Akram Ahmed alleged that for the past 16–17 years, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her followers had established a fascist regime that held ordinary citizens hostage. He further accused members of Shibir of carrying out covert attacks on Chhatra Dal activists and students. Akram stated that his organization would take a firm stand against such secret political operations in every educational institution and neighborhood under its jurisdiction.

He warned that any future attacks on Chhatra Dal members would be resisted. Several senior leaders of Dhaka Metropolitan West Chhatra Dal were present at the event.

Two leaders of the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU), identified as A.B. Zubair and Mosaddeq Ali Ibn Mohammad, were reportedly attacked by activists of the Chhatra Dal in the Shahbagh area of Dhaka. The incident was reported on April 23, 2026, according to the source.

The report, published by Amar Desh, stated that the attack took place under the jurisdiction of Shahbagh Police Station. No further details about the circumstances of the attack, the condition of the victims, or any police action were provided in the initial report.

Further information is expected as the story develops, as the source indicated that more details are forthcoming.

Jamaat-e-Islami lawmaker Mir Ahmad Bin Kasem, also known as Barrister Arman, told the national parliament on Thursday that many individuals allegedly involved in enforced disappearances still occupy important positions in Bangladesh. Speaking during the discussion on the motion of thanks to the President’s address, he said these individuals are attempting to create instability in the country and must be brought to justice.

Drawing on his own experience as a former victim of enforced disappearance, Kasem became emotional while recounting the suffering of affected families. On their behalf, he presented three demands: ensuring accountability, guaranteeing the economic security of victims’ families, and preventing future occurrences of such crimes. He called for strong laws, political will, and the establishment of independent commissions on disappearances and human rights.

Kasem also mentioned testifying before the International Crimes Tribunal against powerful groups still in authority, saying witnesses face ongoing risks. He urged that justice for disappearances not become a superficial exercise reminiscent of authoritarian times and called for state recognition of victims.

Police Bureau of Investigation (PBI) has collected the DNA sample of former army warrant officer Hafizur Rahman in connection with the Tonu murder case, ten years after the case was filed. The sample was collected at the CID forensic lab in Dhaka before Hafizur was presented in a Comilla court, and the matching process has begun. The investigation officer, Inspector Md. Tarikul Islam, confirmed the development on Thursday evening, adding that efforts are ongoing to arrest other suspects.

In 2017, the CID reported finding sperm from three men on Tonu’s clothing but did not match the DNA profiles with any suspects. This is the first time a suspect’s DNA has been collected for matching. Hafizur was arrested from his home in Keraniganj on Tuesday and placed on a three-day remand by a Comilla court. Two other retired army personnel, Sergeant Zahid and soldier Shahin Alam, are also under suspicion.

The case dates back to March 20, 2016, when Tonu’s body was found inside the Comilla Cantonment area after she went missing while tutoring at a residence there.

The Ministry of Finance of Bangladesh has approved a subsidy release of Tk 2,067 crore and 5 lakh to clear the March 2026 outstanding bills of private power producers. The directive, issued on April 21, states that the funds will be disbursed to the Bangladesh Power Development Board for payment to independent power producers (IPPs) and rental power plants (RPPs). The amount will come from the electricity subsidy allocation under the revised budget for the 2025–26 fiscal year.

According to the directive, the subsidy was calculated based on the actual shortfall of 85 IPPs and 9 RPPs for March, while dues up to February have already been settled. The Finance Division imposed conditions that no funds will be released for two unapproved power plants or for electricity imports from India. It also instructed the concerned entities to obtain necessary approvals promptly.

The ministry further directed that the subsidy be used strictly for the designated IPP and RPP payments, with full compliance to financial regulations. Monthly shortfall reports must be submitted to enhance transparency, and future audits will reconcile the subsidy with verified liabilities.

Two road workers were killed on Thursday afternoon when a Bhuiyan Paribahan bus heading toward the airport lost control and mounted a road divider in front of Setu Bhaban in Banani, Dhaka. The victims, identified as Sagar Mia, 35, and Moslem Uddin, 47, were working on the road at the time of the accident. The incident occurred around 4 p.m. on April 23, 2026.

Banani Police Sub-Inspector Rafiqul Islam confirmed the deaths and said the bodies were sent to Dhaka Medical College morgue for autopsy. The bus involved in the accident was seized, but the driver fled the scene. Authorities identified the victims through their national identity cards.

According to police information, Sagar was from Mahishbandi village in Sadullapur upazila of Gaibandha district, while Moslem Uddin lived in the Isha Khan Road area of Mirpur Section 1 in Dhaka.