The Energy and Mineral Resources Division of Bangladesh announced on Saturday, March 28, 2026, that there is no possibility of a fuel supply shortage in the country. In an official statement, the division said that fuel reserves and distribution remain normal and urged citizens not to panic or buy fuel excessively. It also warned that petrol, octane, and diesel are highly flammable and that illegal storage poses serious safety risks.

The division stated that legal action is being taken against unauthorized fuel hoarding, with mobile courts operating under executive magistrates in every district. The government has not raised fuel prices and continues to import necessary quantities from the international market to ensure uninterrupted supply. To strengthen monitoring, tag officers will be appointed at all petrol pumps, with the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation overseeing those in Dhaka and Chattogram.

Additionally, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has been deployed at fuel depots nationwide to prevent illegal storage and maintain orderly distribution. The deployment follows instructions from the Ministry of Home Affairs in response to global fuel market instability caused by the ongoing Middle East crisis.

In Gaibandha’s Phulchhari upazila, the banned Awami League has reportedly continued organizing political programs despite restrictions on its activities. On March 26, the party observed Independence Day in Erendabari Union under the leadership of mid-level leader Popel Ahmed. The event was attended by Phulchhari Upazila Awami League president and former upazila chairman GM Selim Parvez, along with leaders and activists from various affiliated organizations.

Local police sources said the officer-in-charge of Phulchhari Police Station, Durul Huda, was on leave at the time. Acting officer SI Abdul Kaiyum stated he would investigate the matter and report to his superior. Opposition figures criticized the incident, with BNP’s Phulchhari unit general secretary Abdus Salam asserting that a banned party cannot hold such programs, while Jamaat-e-Islami’s upazila chief Sirajul Islam called it a failure of law enforcement and demanded action.

Reports indicate that the banned Awami League had previously organized events on February 21 and March 25, raising further questions about the implementation of the ban.

The government of Bangladesh will honor 129 national athletes on March 30 as part of a new initiative to provide sports allowances and recognition under a structured salary system. The awards will be presented by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, according to State Minister for Youth and Sports Md. Aminul Haque at a press conference organized by the National Sports Council on March 28. The program is being implemented under the slogan “If sports become a profession, families will gain confidence.”

The initiative marks the first step in fulfilling the government’s election pledge to develop sports nationwide. While 129 athletes have been selected for the initial phase, the ministry plans to include 500 national athletes under the salary structure starting April 1. The selected athletes represent a wide range of disciplines, including archery, futsal, boxing, swimming, weightlifting, athletics, and more. Performance evaluations will occur every four months, and underperforming athletes may be removed from the list.

The state minister also announced plans to appoint sports officers in every upazila to promote grassroots sports and to launch the “New Buds Sports” program for children aged 12 to 14 by the end of April.

The price of Kuwaiti crude oil has risen sharply, exceeding $118 per barrel, according to Kuwait’s state news agency KUNA. The report said the price increased by $8.10 to reach $118.93 per barrel. The surge is linked to the ongoing war involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, which has disrupted global energy markets.

Tensions in the region have severely affected oil transport through the Strait of Hormuz, where Iranian attacks or threats have nearly halted tanker movements. This strait handles about one-fifth of global energy exports, making its disruption a critical factor in the recent price spike.

The conflict has destabilized supply chains and heightened fears of a global energy crisis as the Strait of Hormuz becomes increasingly insecure, raising concerns about further economic strain worldwide.

A new attack struck near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant on Friday night, marking the third such incident in ten days. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that no radioactive material was released and that the reactor sustained no damage. The agency said the facility continues to operate normally and remains structurally intact following the strike, which occurred amid ongoing regional conflict.

According to the IAEA, the attack followed Israeli military operations targeting a heavy water reactor and a uranium processing site in central Iran, though Israel did not mention Bushehr specifically. Iran’s state news agency Fars reported that a projectile hit the plant’s grounds at 11:40 p.m. local time and blamed the United States and Israel for the incident. No casualties or damage were reported.

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi urged all parties to exercise maximum military restraint. The Bushehr plant, located in southwestern Iran, is the country’s only operational nuclear power facility and has been connected to the national grid since 2011.

A teenage auto-rickshaw driver died while undergoing treatment at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital after being assaulted over a 50 taka charging fee dispute in Jagannathpur, Sunamganj. The incident occurred on the night of March 24 at Badsha Mia’s garage in the Syedpur (Ishankona) area. The victim, Imran Hossain, 16, from Dhohalia Union’s Bhabanipur village, had lived with his family as tenants in Syedpur for several years.

According to local and police sources, the dispute began when Imran tried to pay 50 taka less for charging his auto-rickshaw. Garage owner Badsha Mia and his associate Zakir allegedly attacked him with a GI pipe, hammer, and wooden sticks. Severely injured, Imran was first taken to Jagannathpur Upazila Health Complex and later transferred to Sylhet, where he died four days later on Friday morning.

Police arrested Zakir from his home on Friday afternoon, while main suspect Badsha Mia remains at large. The victim’s father has filed a case, and police say efforts to arrest the remaining accused are ongoing.

The Police Bureau of Investigation (PBI) in Manikganj has uncovered the mystery behind the widely discussed beheading case of auto-rickshaw driver Rafik Mia. According to PBI Superintendent of Police Jayita Shilpi, the murder was committed to steal Rafik’s auto-rickshaw. The announcement was made at a press conference at the district PBI office on March 28, 2026. Three suspects—Ripon Mia, Arman Hossain, and Sajib—have been arrested, and during preliminary interrogation, they confessed to their involvement.

PBI reported that on March 24, the accused lured Rafik to the bank of the Kaliganga River in the Panch Barail area of Nabagram Union under the pretext of drug use. They struck him from behind with a hammer, slit his throat with a sharp weapon, and separated his head from his body. The body and head were thrown into the river separately. Rafik’s auto-rickshaw was later recovered by PBI.

Although Rafik’s body was found on March 25, his head remains missing. A diving team continues the search in the Kaliganga River. Rafik’s brother, Arif Mia, has filed a murder case, and legal proceedings against the arrested suspects are underway.

A fire broke out in an industrial area of the United Arab Emirates early Saturday following missile and drone attacks launched from Iran. According to Emirati authorities, no casualties have been reported from the incident. The UAE Ministry of Defense stated that its air defense systems were activated to intercept the incoming cruise missiles and drones.

The attack occurred about a month after the start of a regional conflict, with Tehran reportedly intensifying its strikes across the Gulf region. Abu Dhabi’s government media office confirmed that emergency teams were working to control two fires in the Khalifa Economic Zones area. Officials added that a ballistic missile was successfully intercepted, but debris from the destroyed projectile caused the fires.

Authorities have not provided further details about the extent of the damage or whether additional security measures will be taken in response to the incident.

Iranian hackers have breached the personal email account of FBI Director Kash Patel, according to a statement confirmed by FBI spokesperson Ben Williamson. The hackers reportedly accessed and released photos and information dating from 2011 to 2022, including personal, business, and travel-related materials. Williamson stated that the FBI has taken all necessary steps to mitigate potential risks and confirmed that no government information was compromised.

The cyberattack has been attributed to a group known as the Handala Hack Team, which claimed responsibility for the breach. The group said Patel would now find his own name among the list of hacking victims. Earlier this month, the same group allegedly carried out a cyberattack that disrupted operations at a major U.S. medical equipment manufacturer.

The incident underscores ongoing cybersecurity threats targeting high-profile U.S. officials and institutions, though the FBI emphasized that the breach involved only personal data and posed no direct threat to government systems.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed stated that the police are not a partisan force but should serve as friends of the people. He emphasized that the government aims to make the police a modern, service-oriented, and humane institution free from political influence. The minister made these remarks on Saturday morning at the passing-out parade of the 43rd BCS Police Batch at the Bangladesh Police Academy in Sardah, Rajshahi.

He said that as part of democratic reforms, a Police Reform Commission has been established to keep the force free from political interference, and its benefits will soon be visible. Addressing the new officers, the minister urged them to serve the public, uphold justice, and instill fear in criminals while ensuring peace for the innocent. He added that the government is following a zero-tolerance policy against corruption and encouraged officers to gain advanced technical knowledge to combat digital crimes.

The event underscored the government’s broader agenda to modernize law enforcement and strengthen public trust in policing.

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced that his country has reached an agreement with Iran concerning the Hormuz Strait. Under the deal, Iran will allow Thai oil tankers to pass safely through the strategic waterway. The announcement was made on Saturday during a press conference, where the prime minister said the arrangement would ease concerns over energy imports, as Thailand relies heavily on oil from the Middle East.

Earlier this month, a cargo ship flying the Thai flag was damaged by a projectile in the Hormuz Strait. The Omani navy later rescued the vessel’s crew, though three sailors remain missing. The incident had raised safety concerns for Thai shipping operations in the region.

The new agreement is expected to reduce risks for Thailand’s oil transport routes and stabilize its energy supply chain, according to the prime minister’s remarks.

U.S. President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the ongoing war with Iran, marking their first direct contact since the conflict began. According to a New York Times report citing unnamed U.S. officials, billionaire Elon Musk also participated in the call, which took place on Tuesday, March 24.

The report noted that the inclusion of a private individual like Musk in such a sensitive discussion between two heads of government was highly unusual. The White House described the conversation as productive. Press Secretary Caroline Levitt said that President Trump and Prime Minister Modi share a strong relationship and that the discussion was constructive.

The call occurred amid escalating tensions following multiple attacks in the region, including strikes on Iran’s Bushehr nuclear facility and missile attacks affecting industrial areas in the United Arab Emirates.

Seven people were killed and five others injured in a series of avalanches that struck the Srinagar-Leh National Highway in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. The incidents occurred between Zero Point and Minimarg, where several vehicles were buried under snow and debris. The casualties were reported as rescue efforts continued in the affected area.

India’s federal minister and Jammu and Kashmir BJP leader Jitendra Singh confirmed the deaths and injuries in a post on social media platform X. He also expressed condolences to the families of the victims. The avalanches disrupted traffic and caused significant damage along the highway, a key route connecting Srinagar with Leh.

Authorities are monitoring the situation as weather conditions remain unstable in the region, raising concerns about further avalanches and travel disruptions.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has been deployed at 19 fuel depots across nine districts to prevent unauthorized hoarding and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply. The deployment was announced on Saturday morning through a press release signed by BGB’s public relations officer Md. Shariful Islam. The move follows instructions from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

According to the statement, the deployment comes amid a global rise in fuel prices and supply concerns triggered by the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. Authorities have observed attempts to hoard fuel illegally, prompting the government to take preventive measures. The BGB operation aims to maintain discipline in fuel marketing and safeguard depot security.

The BGB headquarters is overseeing the deployment under a structured plan. Temporary base camps have been set up in secure locations to facilitate duties at remote depots. The 19 depots are located in Dhaka, Kurigram, Rangpur, Rajshahi, Sylhet, Moulvibazar, Cumilla, Brahmanbaria, and Sunamganj districts.

Traffic movement on the Dhaka-Tangail-Jamuna Bridge highway slowed on Friday as the number of vehicles increased sharply on the Dhaka-bound lane. Passengers heading toward the capital and other destinations faced long waits at various points due to a shortage of available transport, causing significant inconvenience.

Police reported that although the number of vehicles toward Dhaka had risen considerably, no major traffic jams had formed. However, long queues at roadside fuel stations occasionally disrupted normal traffic flow. According to the Jamuna Bridge Authority, more than 46,000 vehicles crossed the bridge in the past 24 hours, generating over Tk 3.41 crore in tolls—more than double the usual amount.

The surge in traffic and toll collection indicates unusually high travel activity on the route, though authorities have not specified the reason for the increase.