Source: CollectedThree people have been killed, including a father and son, after a sand-laden truck crashed into a CNG autorickshaw in Bogura’s Shariakandi. Two people – the mother and daughter of the family – have also been injured in the accident. The dead have been identified as Bipul Chandra Das, 38, from Gaibandha’s Saghata Upazila, his son Biplob Chandra Das, 5, and autorickshaw driver Shukur Ali, 40, from Shibganj Upazila, reports bdnews24.com. They left Dhaka by bus early in the morning, reached Bogura, and then got on an autorickshaw headed to Narchi village. A speeding truck headed in the opposite direction crashed into the vehicle along the way.

Bangladeshi mountaineers Babar Ali and Tanvir Ahmed have successfully scaled Mount Manaslu, the world’s eighth-highest peak. Babar, who previously summited Mount Everest, climbed Manaslu without supplemental oxygen -- his fourth successful ascent of an “eight-thousander”. The expedition, titled “Manaslu Ascent: Vertical Duo”, was organised by the mountaineering club Vertical Dreamers. “It was Babar’s long-cherished dream to summit an eight-thousander without supplemental oxygen. One summited without oxygen, and the other succeeded relying only on local training.”The duo left Bangladesh for Nepal on Sept 5.

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As a first step toward the merger, Bangladesh Bank decided on Sept 16 to appoint administrators to the five banks. Yet, no one has disputed the names circulating in the media: First Security Islami Bank, Global Islami Bank, Union Bank, EXIM Bank, and Social Islami Bank. To finalise the merger process, Bangladesh Bank has already held meetings with the boards of these banks. According to Bangladesh Bank officials, the proposed merged bank would have a paid-up capital of Tk 350 billion. Using powers under the Bank Resolution Ordinance, a Bank Restructuring Resolution Fund will be established.

Another low-pressure system has formed over the Bay of Bengal towards the end of September, reports bdnews24.com. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) warned that it may intensify further and turn into a depression. Meteorologist Hafizur Rahman told bdnews24.com on Thursday morning, "Another low-pressure area has formed in the sea and it may turn into a depression. Earlier on Monday, a low-pressure area formed over the north bay and its adjoining areas. The Met Office's regular bulletin on Thursday said that the low over the bay and the adjoining coastal areas now lies over the northwest bay and the adjoining Odisha-Andhra coast.

Human rights organisation Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK) has expressed concern over incidents of people being forcibly subjected to haircuts for their appearance or lifestyle choices. In a statement on Thursday, ASK said such acts were “entirely inhuman, unlawful and a clear violation of the Constitution and human rights”. Recently a video circulating on social media shows several individuals publicly cutting off a passer-by’s hair and dreadlocks against his will. ASK said such acts violate the rule of law and human rights in Bangladesh. Legal experts say forcibly cutting someone’s hair or beard amounts to a “criminal offence” from any perspective.

The Transparency International Bangladesh has expressed “deep disappointment” over the interim government’s decision to send a large delegation to the United Nations General Assembly. In a statement issued on Thursday, the anti-graft organisation questioned the message the interim government intended to send by participating in the UN session with over 100 representatives. He said, by sending such a large delegation, the government has created doubt about its credibility. Instead, they described the government's backward step as a continuation of “embarrassing practices” that contradict the principles of transparent governance. He called on the government to clarify the roles of the delegation members and ensure that their participation aligned with national interests.

Senior BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmad has warned against accepting any party's “unconstitutional demands” that could push the nation into crisis. On Thursday, he urged those wishing to govern by law to avoid submitting to any political, non-political, illegal, or unconstitutional demands that could destabilise the country. “Merely declaring the rule of law isn’t enough, we must practice it,” he said. He said the PR systems often lead to long delays in forming a government. He said, “If instability persists, another ‘fascist’ like Sheikh Hasina could rise to power, allowing external forces to assert their interests.”

Imports, exports to be suspended for 6 days through BenapoleImports and exports through Jashore’s Benapole Land Port will remain suspended for six days during Durga Puja. Hilsa exports to India, however, will face no interruption. “Although import and export will remain suspended during the holiday, passenger movement will continue as usual.”Md Shamim Hossain, director (Traffic) at the Benapole Port, said both Bangladeshi and Indian exporters have been notified of the suspension. He explained that port and customs services will continue, and empty Indian trucks will be allowed to return after unloading. Authorities have warned of possible traffic congestion at Petrapole and Benapole after the holiday, with hundreds of laden trucks waiting to cross the border once trade resumes.

Bangladesh opted to field first with two changes to the line-up against Pakistan in a bid to secure a spot in the final of the Asia Cup. The Tigers brought in Mahedi Hasan, Nurul Hasan Shohan and Taskin Ahmed in place of Nasum Ahmed and Saifuddin for their must-win clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Pakistan are fielding an unchanged side from their win against Sri Lanka. Bangladesh won the last two of the three outings against Pakistan in the format, including a series win in their backyard. A bit of moisture in the air too, and Simon Doull chimes in, saying the ball will swing and seam early.

A vehicle is set on fire during a protest by locals demanding statehood for the federal territory and job quotas for local residents in Leh, in the Ladakh region, India, Sept 24, 2025. REUTERSA vehicle is set on fire during a protest by locals demanding statehood for the federal territory and job quotas for local residents in Leh, in the Ladakh region, India, Sept 24, 2025. REUTERSSecurity forces patrolled the streets on Thursday in India's Himalayan region of Ladakh, where curfew was clamped in some areas a day after four people were killed in violent protests demanding statehood for the federal territory and job quotas. KDA legal adviser Haji Ghulam Mustafa condemned Wednesday's violence, saying protests in Ladakh over the last five years had always been peaceful. In its statement, the interior ministry said the protests, which injured more than 30 police officers, were triggered by "provocative" speeches by Wangchuk.

Kargil shuts down in protest of Ladakh killingsThe Kargil Democratic Alliance has called a complete shutdown in India’s Kargil. The shutdown comes in response to the killing of four people in Leh during protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule protections for Ladakh, reports the Indian Express on Thursday. Security has been tightened in Kargil, with assemblies restricted and police and paramilitary personnel deployed across the district. Over 50 people were injured alongside the four deaths, said Indian Express. Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq expressed sorrow over the killings, calling them consequences of the 2019 decision that revoked Jammu and Kashmir’s special status and split it into two Union Territories, reports Indian Express.

The Bangladesh Labour Party has been officially registered with the Election Commission (EC) with the pineapple symbol following a court order. The Labour Party is currently part of a joint movement with the BNP. He added that the Labour Party aims to introduce a “new direction” in politics and will soon announce some candidates. According to the registration certificate, the EC has registered the party in compliance with the Representation of the People Order (RPO) following a High Court ruling. Earlier this year, the Bangladesh Minority Janata Party also received registration by court order.

A leader of the Bangladesh Ganatantrik Chhatra Sangsad (BGCS) has been suspended following allegations of beating up students who had failed the half-yearly examination at a secondary school in Rangpur city. This development was shared in a notice by BGCS Joint Member Secretary (Office) Mahfuzur Rahman on Wednesday. The central committee has taken action against Imtiaz Ahmed Imti, convenor of the BGCS Rangpur unit, citing breaches of discipline and engaging in activities against the organisation’s ideology and interests. Commenting on the complaint, Imti said: “I have been working hard at the school for six months to help the children perform well. It was no one’s fault, neither the students’, nor the guardians’, nor the teachers'.

Ukraine's Zelensky says he is ready to leave office after warUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks during a press conference following a Coalition of the Willing Summit at the Elysee presidential Palace, in Paris, France on Sept 4, 2025. LUDOVIC MARIN/Pool via REUTERSUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks during a press conference following a Coalition of the Willing Summit at the Elysee presidential Palace, in Paris, France on Sept 4, 2025. LUDOVIC MARIN/Pool via REUTERSUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an interview published on Thursday that he would be ready to step down after the war with Russia is over. "If we finish the war with the Russians, yes, I am ready not to go (for elections) because it's not my goal, elections," Zelensky told the Axios website in a video interview. During more than three-and-a-half years of war, Zelensky has maintained a high level of public trust.