A fire has broken out at the main power grid station in Satkhira Sadar Upazila, plunging the entire district into a three-hour blackout. The incident occurred around 11:00am on Saturday when a transformer at the 132/33 kV power grid station in Binapota area exploded, according to Russell Islam, the official in charge of the Satkhira grid line. The Fire Service said the flames suddenly erupted around 11:10am following the explosion of a transformer. Nurul Islam, a warehouse inspector with the Satkhira Fire Service, said preliminary assessments suggested the fire may have been triggered by overheating of the transformer or an electrical short circuit. Russell said that electricity supply across the entire district was cut off for three hours due to the explosion, disrupting daily life in both urban and rural areas.

Pakistan have called off another scheduled pre-match press conference, this time ahead of their Super Four clash against India in the Asia Cup. According to the schedule released by the Asian Cricket Council, a Pakistan player or coaching staff member was set to attend a press conference at 6pm local time on Saturday, ESPNcricinfo reported. The reason for the press conference cancellation is yet to be disclosed. India also cancelled their press conference on Saturday. As is typical for teams with only a day's gap between games, they held an embargoed press conference after their win against Oman on Friday.

A driver and his assistant have been killed after a collision between two trucks in Bogura’s Shibganj Upazila. The driver of the stone-laden truck, Minhaj, and his assistant, Imran, both identified with single names, were from Tangail’s Bhuapur Upazila. According to the Highway Police, a Rangpur-bound truck loaded with potatoes was standing idle at Pakurtala when the stone-laden truck hit it from behind. Minhaj died on the spot. His assistant Imran, who was critically injured, was taken to Bogura Shaheed Ziaur Rahman Medical College Hospital, where he later died while receiving treatment.

Smoke rises from the city during a Russian drone and missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Dnipro, Ukraine Sept 20, 2025. REUTERSSmoke rises from the city during a Russian drone and missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Dnipro, Ukraine Sept 20, 2025. REUTERSRussia launched a major drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, killing three people and injuring dozens, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday. "All night, Ukraine was under a massive attack by Russia," Zelensky said. Zelensky reiterated his appeal to Kyiv's Western allies, calling for more air defence supplies to be sent to Ukraine and stronger sanctions on Russia.

More than 70 killed in attack by Sudan paramilitary in al-Fashir, Sovereignty Council saysMore than 70 people were killed when Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces carried out a drone strike on a mosque in al-Fashir, the capital of North Darfur state, during prayers, the country's Sovereignty Council said on Friday. The attack comes amid the latest bout of violence in a civil war entering its third year between the Sudanese army and RSF.

"A boy tried to enter the Eden College centre with an electronic device," Tarafder told bdnews24.com. He could not enter the centre. Our officials have visited several centres. I myself have also visited two centres. "Lalbagh Police Station chief Mustafa Kamal Khan confirmed to bdnews24.com at 12:30pm that a person had been detained for attempting to bring electronic devices into the Eden College centre.�"bdnews24.com

The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has started a case against Salman F Rahman, vice-chairman of Beximco Group and former advisor to Sheikh Hasina, his son Shayan Rahman, and 25 others over alleged embezzlement of Tk 5.68 billion. The accused are members of the International Gateway (IGW) Operators Forum. Gulshan Police chief Hafizur Rahman confirmed that 27 IGW operators, including Salman and his son, have been named in the case. Under the interim government, allegations emerged against the IGW Operators Forum for leaving without paying dues and installing minimal equipment while extracting hundreds of crores. He highlighted the formation of the IGW Operators Forum (IOF) in 2013, led by Salman, which comprised seven companies to regulate international call termination.

A housewife has been shot dead in Narsingdi Sadar Upazila after being caught in indiscriminate firing during a clash between rival BNP factions, police say. The incident took place on Friday afternoon at Satpara village, said Narsingdi Additional Superintendent of Police Sujan Chandra Sarkar. On Thursday morning, a clash between the factions left one dead and several others injured. In Thursday's clash, an elderly man named Idan Mia was killed and at least five others were injured. Meanwhile, Jamuna TV staff reporter Ayub Khan came under attack at Narsingdi Sadar Hospital while gathering news on Thursday’s violence.

The seven-member delegation from Bangladesh is currently staying at Kabul Star Hotel in the Afghan capital. Alongside Mamunul are his party‍‍`s deputy chief Maulana Abdul Hamid, Maulana Abdul Awal, Maulana Abdul Haque, Maulana Habibullah Mahmud Qasemi, Maulana Monir Hossain Qasemi and Maulana Mahbubur Rahman. “In healthcare, the labour market, and in trade and commerce, Afghanistan can be a potential partner,” Mamunul said. He described Afghanistan as a “very promising” labour market for Bangladesh, but noted that bilateral trade in the last fiscal year amounted to only $50 million. Mamunul explained that the trip was organised by a UK-based group called Prosper Afghanistan, which, he said, supports disadvantaged Muslim communities with a focus on Afghanistan.

A video showing a man hanging by his feet from the upper railing of former president Ziaur Rahman’s mausoleum in Dhaka’s Sher-e-Bangla Nagar has circulated widely on social media. Many Awami League supporters shared the clip, claiming one of their workers had been “killed and hanged". Police said the man had climbed the mausoleum intending to commit suicide. The seven-second video, shared on Facebook on Friday, shows the man dangling by his feet while holding the rope with one hand. No complaint was filed at the station regarding this.”Tejgaon Division Deputy Commissioner Ibne Mizan said, “Someone went there to commit suicide.

A Dhaka court has ordered a Tejgaon College teacher to jail in a case accusing him of leading a procession of the Awami League, banned from conducting political activities, and detonating improvised bombs earlier this month. Prof SM Ashraful Alam Askor, 60, head of the Bangla Department at Tejgaon College, was denied bail by Metropolitan Magistrate Najmin Akter on Friday. The case stems from events on Sept 7, when the Awami League staged a flash procession in the Parliament area. Police allege that two crude bombs were detonated during the rally “to destabilise the state and create panic among the public”. The complaint further notes that leaders and activists of the Awami League, Chhatra League, Jubo League and other affiliates carried banners as they marched in front of Park Town Restaurant in Manipuripara.

The Communist Party of Bangladesh (CPB) has warned of the rise of “ultra-reactionary communal forces” in Bangladesh. General Secretary Ruhin Hossain Prince raised the concern on Friday afternoon at the opening session of the party’s 13th national congress in Dhaka. “At this moment, we are witnessing the emergence of far-right, ultra-reactionary communal forces. He said forming a left democratic progressive government is now “an urgent duty”. The council session will be held from Sept 20–22 at the Bangladesh Medical Association (BMA) auditorium on Topkhana Road.

Three police officers, including an assistant commissioner, have been withdrawn in Mohammadpur after being found at the station during a special drive. Police said the special drive was launched on Friday to prevent Awami League activists from staging flash processions. On Friday afternoon, reports emerged that three officers had been withdrawn from duty. The officers withdrawn are Assistant Commissioner (Mohammadpur Zone) Mehedi Hasan, Inspector (Operations) Abdul Alim, and Duty Officer Masudur Rahman. One of the withdrawn officers, however, said: “I was on the ground all day.

The Jamaat-e-Islami has accused those opposing the proportional representation (PR) system of trying to delay the February election. He said the nation is eager for a festive election and rejected claims that Jamaat wants to postpone the vote. In contrast, no such efforts are visible from others.”Shahjahan added that those blocking the legal framework of the July Charter and opposing the PR system are aware of their own weakness and want to “delay” the election. The Jamaat and several other parties have launched a movement demanding constitutional amendments before the polls, implementation of the Charter and elections under the PR system. The BNP insists constitutional changes must come from an elected parliament and accuses those backing the PR system of attempting to defer the elections.

BNP leader Prof AZM Zahid Hossain has warned that no political party can impose its own agenda on the people as debate grows over demands for a proportional representation (PR) electoral system in Bangladesh. “Have any of you heard anyone say they wanted the PR system before Aug 5 [2024] or in the last 16 or 17 years? You can say that if you’re elected, you’ll push for the system in future.”BNP REFORM AGENDAZahid also referred to the BNP’s stated reform plans. “For example, the BNP announced a 31-point programme setting out the party's agenda if it is elected. However, it doesn’t mean you’ll impose your opinion in the name of public and that too, without their consent.”