Meteorologist Mostafa Kamal Palash from the University of Saskatchewan has warned of a strong likelihood of a cyclone forming in the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 25–26. According to his latest forecast, the low-pressure area near the Andaman and Nicobar Islands may gradually intensify into a deep depression and eventually a cyclone. The potential storm could make landfall between India’s Andhra Pradesh coast and Bangladesh’s Chattogram coast between December 1 and 4. Light to moderate rainfall is expected across Bangladesh from November 30 to December 5. Farmers have been advised to harvest ripe Aman paddy before the rains and prepare for possible weather disruptions. Fishermen are urged to return from the sea by November 30 and avoid new fishing trips after November 29. Tourists are also advised to avoid travel to St. Martin’s Island and nearby coastal areas between November 30 and December 4 due to anticipated rough seas.

Bangladesh’s Industry Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan led a four-member delegation to the 11th Ministerial Conference of Least Developed Countries (LDCs), organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and hosted by Saudi Arabia in Riyadh. The conference, themed “Driving Inclusive Industrialization in LDCs: Investment, Innovation and Partnerships,” focused on mobilizing investment and formulating transformative industrial policies to ensure sustainable industrial growth and smooth graduation from LDC status. Adilur participated as a panelist in the high-level dialogue 'Shaping LDCs Industrialization Agenda,' where he highlighted Bangladesh’s progress toward LDC graduation and emphasized the interim government’s three priorities—zero carbon emissions, zero unemployment, and zero poverty. He also underscored the importance of SMEs in driving inclusive industrialization. Additionally, Adilur co-chaired an informal session on the draft ministerial declaration, which will be adopted at UNIDO’s 21st General Conference in November 2025. Bangladesh’s Permanent Representative to UNIDO, Ambassador Tawfiq Hasan, was also part of the delegation.

Leaders of various government employee organizations in Bangladesh have announced a mass rally in Dhaka during the first week of December to press for a new pay scale. The decision was finalized on November 22 during a meeting led by the Government Employees Demand Implementation Unity Council. Leaders expressed frustration over delays in the long-awaited pay structure reform, warning of tougher movements if the Pay Commission fails to submit its recommendations by November 30. The commission, however, stated that its draft report is about 50 percent complete, with further progress expected after receiving feedback from secretaries this week. The 23-member National Pay Commission 2025, headed by former finance secretary Zakir Ahmed Khan, was formed in July and has been tasked with submitting its final report within six months of its first meeting.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has declared that his party will not compromise with anyone in its political stance ahead of Bangladesh’s upcoming 13th national election. Speaking to journalists in Chattogram, he criticized the interim government’s decision to hold the national election and a referendum on the same day, warning that such a move could lead to unrest or even genocide. Dr. Rahman stated that Jamaat will not form a conventional political alliance but will pursue electoral understandings with several parties and groups. Addressing a religious gathering later in the evening, he urged supporters to vote conscientiously, oppose corruption, and remain united under Islamic principles. He reiterated that Jamaat’s mission is to establish a corruption-free Bangladesh under divine guidance and that the party will not stop until that goal is achieved.

Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and visiting Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay held a bilateral meeting in Dhaka on November 22, focusing on expanding cooperation in trade, energy, education, tourism, internet connectivity, and health services. The two sides signed two memorandums of understanding—one on health services and another on international internet bandwidth trade. Bhutan will import bandwidth from Bangladesh, while Bangladesh invited Bhutanese citizens to access medical education and services at a new hospital and medical college in Nilphamari. Both leaders discussed initiating formal talks on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with Bhutan aiming to become the first country to sign such a deal with Bangladesh. They also explored hydropower imports from Bhutan and a potential trilateral electricity trade involving India. The meeting emphasized shared history, regional connectivity, and a joint vision for sustainable development. Professor Yunus praised Bhutan’s carbon-negative achievements, while Tobgay lauded Bangladesh’s leadership during its transitional period.

BNP Standing Committee member and former minister Dr. Abdul Moin Khan criticized the Awami League and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during an election rally in Kachua, Chandpur. Speaking as the chief guest, Moin Khan accused Hasina of fleeing the country after the August 5 student-people uprising, prioritizing her family’s safety over that of her party members. He questioned why the Awami League, which claims to represent the people, originally chose an Urdu name, and alleged that the party failed to protect even its own supporters. Moin Khan contrasted Hasina’s actions with those of late President Ziaur Rahman, whom he credited with declaring Bangladesh’s independence and fighting the Pakistani army in 1971. The rally, organized by the local BNP, also featured speeches by former state minister A.N.M. Ehsanul Haque Milan and other party leaders, urging voters to support the BNP candidate in the upcoming election.

The century-old Bangshal police outpost in Old Dhaka’s Mahuttuli area has become dangerously dilapidated, posing a serious safety threat to the 25 officers stationed there. Despite being declared hazardous long ago by the Dhaka South City Corporation, the building remains in use, with cracked walls, unstable ceilings, and damaged balconies. A partial collapse occurred in June 2023, prompting authorities to label the structure unsafe, yet no relocation followed. Police personnel report working in constant fear of structural failure, particularly during storms. Local residents also express concern over potential accidents. The outpost’s in-charge, Sub-Inspector Sheikh Ali Azhar, confirmed that an alternative building has been rented nearby and that relocation will occur soon. Deputy Police Commissioner Mallik Ahsan Uddin Sami stated that plans and budget approval for constructing a new multi-storey police facility are already in place. Residents and officers alike urge immediate action to prevent a possible tragedy.

A bus caught fire on Saturday night in Dhaka’s Mohakhali area, near the Disaster Management and Relief Department office on Bir Uttam AK Khandaker Road. The incident occurred around 9 p.m., and the cause of the fire remains unknown. No casualties have been reported so far. Witnesses said the blaze was extinguished by nearby building security personnel before fire service teams arrived. The incident comes amid a series of similar arson and explosion events across Dhaka over the past week. Earlier, a bus belonging to Victor Paribahan was set ablaze in Rampura, and separate crude bomb explosions were reported in Dhanmondi and Pallabi, injuring a police officer. Authorities are investigating whether the Mohakhali fire is linked to the recent wave of unrest targeting vehicles and public spaces in the capital.

Train operations on Dhaka Metro Rail were briefly disrupted on Saturday night after a drone fell onto the tracks between Uttara Center and Uttara South stations. According to a statement from Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) posted on its official Facebook page, the incident caused a temporary suspension of metro service. The drone was quickly removed, and train movement resumed shortly afterward. Authorities expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to passengers and assured that normal operations had been restored. The cause of the drone’s fall and its ownership remain unclear, and no injuries or damage were reported. The incident has raised concerns about airspace safety around metro infrastructure in the capital.

Bangladesh batting coach and former captain Ashraful Islam has explained why Mushfiqur Rahim was not given the chance to score a second century in his 100th Test match. Mushfiqur, who became the first Bangladeshi to play 100 Tests and the 12th player globally to reach the milestone, was unbeaten on 53 when Bangladesh declared their second innings against Ireland. Ashraful said the team already had a 500-run lead and prioritized team strategy over individual records. He added that while another hour of batting could have allowed Mushfiqur to reach the century, it would not have aligned with the spirit of cricket. Ashraful also mentioned that Mominul Haque was given a chance to complete his century but was dismissed for 87. Despite missing out on a double-century record, Mushfiqur joined Ricky Ponting as the only players to score both a century and a fifty in their 100th Test.

Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed Chinese companies operating in the country to install artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled monitoring cameras in their manufacturing facilities. The move aims to address widespread tax evasion, particularly in the ceramic tile sector, where underreporting of production has allegedly caused an annual revenue loss of around 30 billion rupees. FBR Chairman Rashid Langrial issued the directive during a Senate Standing Committee on Finance meeting, warning that companies refusing to comply would face shutdowns. Chinese firms have expressed concerns that surveillance could compromise business confidentiality, but authorities have reduced the required number of cameras per factory from 16 to 5 to accommodate investors. The government plans to expand the AI monitoring system to 18 high-risk sectors to ensure transparency and improve tax compliance across industries.

Within just 31 hours, four earthquakes struck Dhaka and surrounding areas, prompting renewed warnings from geologists about Bangladesh’s high vulnerability to a major seismic event. The tremors, ranging from magnitudes 3.3 to 5.7, occurred between Friday morning and Saturday evening, killing at least 10 people and injuring over 600. Experts, including former Dhaka University geologist Prof. Syed Humayun Akhter, cautioned that these minor and moderate quakes could be precursors to a much larger one. Bangladesh lies on an active tectonic boundary between the Indian, Burmese, and Eurasian plates, with significant stress accumulated along the Dawki Fault and the subduction zone stretching from Sylhet to Teknaf. Dhaka, with its dense population and poorly enforced building codes, is considered the most at-risk city. Specialists urge immediate structural audits, strict code enforcement, and public preparedness to mitigate potential devastation if a major quake strikes.

Multiple clashes broke out between two groups of students at Dhaka Alia Madrasa on Saturday night, leading to heightened tension on campus. Witnesses reported that the conflict began inside the dormitory area and quickly escalated, resulting in several students being injured and taken to hospital. By around 10:45 p.m., some students were reportedly still trapped inside the halls as security forces and administrators worked to rescue them. To bring the situation under control, army personnel were deployed alongside police and other security agencies. Authorities have intensified patrols across the campus to prevent further violence. The atmosphere remains tense, with students expressing concern over their safety and the possibility of renewed clashes. Officials have yet to confirm the cause of the dispute or the total number of injuries.

Former joint convener of Chattogram South BNP, Layekat Ali, has criticized the party’s nomination process, claiming that individuals who remained inactive during the Awami League government are now receiving BNP nominations. Speaking at a rally in Bashkhali on Saturday, November 22, organized under the banner of 'Bashkhali Majlum BNP' to mark Revolution and Solidarity Day, Ali urged BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman to withdraw the current party nomination for Bashkhali, citing the will of local people. He said he had been imprisoned 17 times and suffered political persecution under the Awami League government, yet was denied nomination by his own party. Ali expressed his desire to represent the working class of Chattogram in parliament and vowed to contest the next election with public support. The event was attended by several local BNP and Jubo Dal leaders, including Sarwar Alam, Mostak, and Chowdhury Wahab.

Major General (Retd.) A N M Muniruzzaman, president of the Bangladesh Institute of Peace and Security Studies (BIPSS), stated that India is legally obliged to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh under the existing bilateral extradition treaty. Speaking at a Bay of Bengal Conversation session in Dhaka, he emphasized that as a friendly neighbor, India should respect Bangladesh’s legal process and return Hasina without delay. Muniruzzaman argued that adherence to international norms and mutual respect for legal systems should guide India’s actions. His comments come after Bangladesh formally requested India to hand over Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, both sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity during last year’s uprising. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dhaka warned that sheltering convicted individuals would be considered an unfriendly act and contrary to justice. India has acknowledged receiving Bangladesh’s communication, but the extradition request remains unresolved.