Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman on Saturday said anyone involved in institutional corruption will not only lose their job but also face imprisonment. “If anyone tries to earn commission illegally, strict action will be taken against them,” he added. “If anyone uses substandard materials in road or infrastructure projects, their license will be canceled. The law minister said using substandard materials in infrastructure projects should result in the highest legal action against the contractor. Departments failing in their duties will see disciplinary action against the heads along with complaints to the Anti-Corruption Commission, he added.

Argentina’s Congress on Friday adopted President Javier Milei’s flagship labor reform, handing victory to the libertarian leader in his push to boost hiring by loosening rules on working hours, dismissals and overtime. The so-called “labor modernization law” allows working days of up to 12 hours, reduces severance pay, limits the right to strike and lowers employer taxes, among other provisions. Polls show Argentines divided on the reform, with 48.6% in favor and 45.2% against in a recent survey. The law is the centerpiece of Milei’s radical free market agenda. He insists that Argentina’s labor laws are outdated, too restrictive and discourage formal hiring.

Pakistan’s military, supported by artillery and air power, launched strikes deep inside Afghanistan overnight and into early Saturday, killing more than 300 Afghan forces in days of fierce border clashes, officials said. Pakistan’s Information Minister, Attaullah Tarar, said over 331 Afghan Taliban fighters were killed and more than 500 wounded. He added that Pakistan destroyed 102 Afghan posts, captured 22, and destroyed 163 tanks and armored vehicles at 37 sites. Authorities said hundreds of residents near the northwestern Torkham border have fled to safer areas, while dozens of Afghan refugees waiting at the border were transported to secure locations inside Pakistan. The Afghan Department of Information and Culture accused Pakistan of hitting civilian areas, destroying homes, and killing at least 11 people.

Inter Miami will visit the White House in March to mark the club's 2025 MLS Cup triumph, with Argentine superstar Lionel Messi expected to attend, the Miami Herald reported Friday. The newspaper cited an unnamed Inter Miami source saying "everyone" on the team will attend the ceremony with US President Donald Trump, two days before Inter plays DC United in the US capital on March 7. Trump's affinity for soccer has grown in recent months, with multiple meetings with FIFA president Gianni Infantino and a high-profile visit by Cristiano Ronaldo to the White House. Inter Miami wrapped up a slate of international friendlies on Thursday with a 2-1 victory over Independiente del Valle in Puerto Rico. They fell to Los Angeles FC in their MLS season-opener last weekend and face Orlando City on Sunday.

US carrying out strikes against Iran: mediaWASHINGTON, United States, Feb 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The United States hasstarted carrying out strikes on Iran, US media reported Saturday, afterIsrael said it had attacked its long-standing regional adversary. Multiple US media outlets, citing American officials, reported thatWashington had begun strikes on Iran in a joint operation with Israel, whichsaid it had also carried out strikes and closed its airspace. The Pentagon did not immediately respond to AFP's request for comment.

JERUSALEM, Feb 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Israel's main opposition leader, Yair Lapid, vowed to "stand together" with the ruling government and the military,after Israel launched strikes on arch-foe Iran on Saturday. "In moments like these we stand together -- and we win together. There is no coalition and no opposition, only one people and one IDF, with all of usbehind them," Lapid posted on X.

Clinton features prominently in the Epstein files but insists that he broke ties well before the disgraced billionaire’s 2008 conviction for sex offenses. Bill Clinton has acknowledged extensive interactions with Epstein but said he never visited the financier’s infamous private Caribbean island. Bill Clinton has acknowledged flying on Epstein’s private plane several times in the early 2000s for Clinton Foundation-related humanitarian work. “Jeffrey Epstein was in the White House 17 times while Bill Clinton was President. We know that Bill Clinton flew on Jeffrey Epstein’s plane at least 27 times.

TEHRAN, Feb 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Iran on Saturday closed its airspace until further notice, following multiple blasts in the capital Tehran andelsewhere, the civil aviation agency said. "The airspace of the entire country is cosed until further notice," announced the spokesman of Iran's Civil Aviation Organisation, quoted by Tasnim newsagency.

Pakistani officials said Afghan forces attacked border military posts, prompting Pakistan to hit Taliban targets in Kabul, Paktia, and Kandahar provinces. Pakistan’s Prime Minister spokesperson Mosharraf Zaidi claimed 133 Taliban fighters were killed, over 200 wounded, and 27 Taliban posts destroyed. The Taliban, however, reported only eight fighters killed and 11 wounded, while Afghanistan claimed its forces killed 55 Pakistani soldiers and captured military posts. Pakistan accuses the Taliban of sheltering armed groups like the Pakistan Taliban (TTP), responsible for attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces. The conflict is likely to continue along the border, with Pakistan retaining the upper hand due to superior military capabilities.

Md Sabur Khan, founder & chairman of the board of trustees of Daffodil International University (DIU), participated in the Ace 2026 Annual Conference held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Washington, DC. The panel discussion focused on global higher education leadership, international collaboration, and the evolving role of universities in fostering cross-border partnerships and innovation. In addition to his panel participation, Khan also attended the IAUP board meeting held during the Ace Conference in his capacity as Treasurer-Elect of IAUP. His engagement in the board meeting further reinforces Bangladesh’s growing presence in global higher education governance and leadership. Khan’s participation in Ace 2026 reflects DIU’s continued commitment to global engagement, academic diplomacy, and leadership in international higher education collaboration.

Pakistan has declared a state of emergency in Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, restricting the use of certain vehicles following reports of potential sabotage. District Education Officer Abdul Malik also ordered a one-day closure of all government schools to ensure public safety, reports Al Jazeera. Bannu police have been placed on high alert, with security measures intensified across the district. District Police Officer Yasir Afridi said six attacks were successfully foiled, including attempts at the Kashoo Bridge check post and Kotka Muhammad Khan Domel area. Pakistan has rejected Afghan Taliban calls for talks.

JERUSALEM, Feb 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Israel's defence ministry announced Saturday it had launched a "preemptive strike" on Iran as sirens sounded in Jerusalem and people across the country received phone alerts about an "extremely serious" threat. "The State of Israel has launched a preemptive strike against Iran. Defence Minister Israel Katz has declared a special and immediate state of emergency throughout the country," read a statement from his ministry.

Israel carried out a daytime assault on Tehran on Saturday, sending smoke billowing from the city center. He has not been seen publicly for several days amid escalating tensions with the United States. The strikes come as Washington has deployed a large fleet of fighter jets and warships to the region to pressure Iran into a nuclear deal. Authorities had closed roads leading to Khamenei's compound in central Tehran as other blasts were reported across the city. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz described the strikes as being carried out “to remove threats.” He did not provide further details.

JERUSALEM, Feb 28, 2026 (AFP) - Israel closed its airspace to civilian flights Saturday after announcing it had carried out "preventive strikes" on Iran and sounding sirens in Jerusalem. "Following the security developments, the Minister of Transportation has ordered the Director of the Israel Civil Aviation Authority to close the airspace of the State of Israel to civilian flights," the minister, Miri Regev, announced.

JALALABAD, Afghanistan, Feb 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - A Pakistani jet has crashed in Jalalabad city and the pilot captured alive, the Afghan military and police said Saturday, with residents telling AFP the man parachuted from the plane before being detained. "A Pakistani fighter jet was shot down in the sixth district of Jalalabad city, and its pilot was captured alive," police spokesman Tayeb Hammad said. Wahidullah Mohammadi, spokesman for the military in eastern Afghanistan, confirmed the Pakistani jet was downed by Afghan forces "and the pilot was captured alive".