Political Violence & Rights: TIB condemned the Rajshahi University attack on journalists and urged BNP and Jamaat to rein in violence and ensure unbiased prosecution. Civil Liberties Under Pressure: HRW said mass arrests of Jasad activists are an assault on civil and political rights, warning of arbitrary detention despite promises to restore rights. Student Politics Crackdown: Chhatra Dal expelled three RU leaders and issued show-cause notices to six over the RU journalist assault, while RU protests continued. Foreign Policy & Regional Security: At the Bay of Bengal Conversation, officials stressed trust-building for cooperation; separately, Nepal’s home minister visit to India is set for BIMSTEC talks. Rohingya Accountability: Disaster Management Minister Dulu met the Myanmar IIMM head, calling for justice for crimes against Rohingyas and safer repatriation. Economy & Governance: PM’s investment adviser Tanvir Gani pushed transparent reporting and predictable tax policy to restore investor confidence; BTRC plans to relaunch NEIR on Jan 1, 2027 to block illegal handsets. Trade & Energy: Bangladesh seeks to advance an FTA with Türkiye and a G2G LNG/fertiliser deal with Algeria; LPG scarcity in Dhaka is driving overcharging. Regional Connectivity: Assam’s Dibrugarh-Dhaka river route resumed with a methanol shipment, reviving Brahmaputra trade. Education Policy: PM Tarique Rahman marked World Teachers’ Day, pledging to make teaching a first-choice profession.