The High Court on Thursday summoned Dhallywood actress Pori Moni and her costume designer Junayed Karim Jimmy alias Jimmy in a case filed by Uttara Club Limited's former president Nasir U Mahmud on the charges of threatening and attempting to murder him. Dhaka Senior Judicial Magistrate Saiful Islam passed the order on Thursday. The court also asked the two accused to appear before it on June 25, said Abul Kalam Mohammad Sohail, a lawyer of the plaintiff. Valentine's Day Treat: Pori Moni and ABM Sumon's 'Booking' Love Affair The court discharged Fatema-tuz-Jannat Bony from the charges in the case as the investigation officer did not find any involvement against her. Recently, Inspector Md. Monir Hossain, the investigation officer of PBI, filed its report before the court, saying they have found evidences against the two accused - Pori Moni and Jimmy. Nasir Uddin Mahmud filed the case against three, including Pori Moni, on July 6, 2022. Pori Moni’s grandfather no more According to the statement of the case, Pori Moni and his accomplices entered the Boat Club after 12:00 pm on June 9, 2021, and forced the plaintiff to give a free bottles of alcohol. As the plaintiff did not agree to this, Pori Moni insulted the plaintiff and threw a serving glass at the plaintiff and also threw the mobile phone in his hand. Nasir Uddin was injured in the head and chest. Later, in order to cover up the incident, Pori Moni filed a case against Nasir U Mahmud and two others accused of attempted rape and murder at Savar police station.

A Chattogram court on Thursday sentenced two men to death for killing three members of a family in the city's Biyazid Bostami area in 2008. Kamal Hossain Sikdar, judge of the First Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge, handed down the judgment on Thursday noon. Dhaka court sentences 9 including Hallmark MD Tanvir, wife to life imprisonment The condemned convicts are—Abul Kashem alias Jamai Kashem, 70, and Yousuf alias Biatta Yousuf, 70 , hailed from Baluchhara area under Biyazid Bostami Thana in the city. The court also fined Tk2 lakh each. Kushtia court serves death sentence to suspended cop for killing wife, two others in 2021 According to the prosecution, the accused shot their neighbour Manowara Begum and her two brothers Alamgir and Saiful Islam to death over a previous land dispute in the city's Baluchara area under Bayazid police station on June 29, 2004. 35 years after Sagira Morshed murder, Dhaka court to deliver verdict On June 30, a case was filed with Biyazid police station against four persons following a complaint lodged by victim Saiful's wife Aysha Akter Shilpi. Of the accused, Gittu Nasir and Foiz Munna were killed in a gunfight.

A 30-year-old youth was killed by some drug addicts allegedly for not supplying contraband Yaba pills in Mirsarai upazila of Chattogram on Wednesday night. The deceased was identified as Towhidul Islam Khokan, son of late Hashem Driver and a pickup driver by profession of Ajmannagar under Hinguli union of the upazila. Victim’s wife Sanjida Akter said Khokan came out of their house to attend a pre-weeding ceremony at the house of local union parishad member Shahjahan and didn’t return home at night. Local drug addicts Motaleb, Amjad and Rashed had called him over mobile phone several times and insisted on supplying them with Yaba pills on Wednesday night before he left the house but he denied to do so, she said. The addicts murdered Khokan and left the body on the rail tracks to show that he was crushed under a train, she said. Local UP member Mizanur Rahman said he informed police about the matter after he learned it from locals. Monirul Islam, assistant superintendent of police (Mirsarai circle), said they assumed that Khokan was murdered as the body bore marks of injuries.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has seized the assets worth nearly Tk 179 crore of 10 drug traffickers after an inquiry into illegal earnings from drug trafficking. They acquired the assets by selling drugs including yaba, liquor and Phensedyl, CID Director Mohammad Ali Mia revealed this information during a press briefing at the CID headquarters on Wednesday afternoon. Ex-UP member injured in BSF firing at Lalmonirhat border He said that they initially investigated 35 cases and found various movable and immovable properties including money deposited in banks, land, houses and flats obtained illegally from the drug trading. The value of these illegally acquired assets is about Tk 178. 44 crore, he added. Of the cases, the CID has already frozen 9.14 acres of land and 2 houses with an estimated value of Tk 8.11 crore in 3 cases. 9 more KNF operatives arrested with arms in Bandarban: ISPR Another 35.173 acres of land, 12 houses and 1 car with an estimated value of Tk 36.82 crores are still in the process of freezing, he added.  

A former union parishad (UP) member was injured in firing by Indian Border Security Force (BSF) on the Lalmonirhat border near Aditmari upazila on Tuesday night. The injured is identified as Saiful Islam Nannu, 50, son of late Gani Mia of Dulali village under Velabari Union of Aditmari upazila. He is a former member of Velabari Union Parishad. Locals said that after bringing cattle from India in the evening, Saiful Islam Nannu along with several herdsmen were near the fence of Pillar No. 21 in the border area of Maldia in Taluk Dulali. At that time, when the BSF targeted them and fired rubber bullets, Saiful Islam Nannu was shot and injured. Upon receiving the news, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) members rescued him and admitted him to Aditmari Upazila Health Complex in critical condition. Dr. Vikram Chandra, a physician at the emergency department of Aditmari Upazila Health Complex, said that injured Saiful Islam Nannu was shot in the back. He has been referred to Rangpur Medical College Hospital after initial treatment. Confirming the incident, Major Mofazzal Hossain, commander of the 15th Battalion of BGB in Lalmonirhat, said, "I have heard that one person was injured in BSF firing at the border. The name and address are being collected."

In response to the recent bank robbery, abduction and criminal activities in Bandarban district, the ongoing joint operation led by Bangladesh Army arrested nine more operatives of militant group Kuki-Chin National Front (KNF) with nine arms in a hilly remote area under Ruma upazila of the district on Tuesday. A media release of Inter Services Public Relation Directorate (ISPR) confirmed the matter saying the KNF members were also arrested with ammunitions during the drive. On April 2, the separatist group kidnapped Bandarban’s Ruma upazila branch Sonali Bank manager Md Nezam Uddin and tried to loot Tk 1.5 crore from the vault of the branch. But they were unable to take the money. They also carried out robberies at Sonali Bank and Krishi Bank branches in Thanchi upazila of Bandarban on the following day. Later, senior officials of the home ministry, security forces and administration visited the area. So far, eight cases have been filed with Ruma and Thanchi police stations. On April 7, the joint operation led by the army launched in the hilly district and arrested a good number of the KNF members including its chief coordinator Cheusim Bawm since then.  

Police detained two drug peddlers with 50 bottles of phensedyl from Ramkhana Union of Nageshwari Upazila early Monday. The detainees were identified as Md Md Masud Rana, 23, and his associate Md Sajedul Islam Sagor, 25 of the upazila. Narsingdi UP member shot dead in broad daylight Acting on a tip-off, a team of police conducted a drive in West Ramkhana Mistritari village around 5 am and detained them along with 50 bottles of phensedyl, said Additional SP Ruhul Amin, media spokesman of Kurigram district police. A case was filed with Nageshwari Police in this regard, added the SP. Cargo capsize in Khulna: Another body recovered after 8 days

A harrowing incident unfolded in Bathania village, Chhagalnaiya upazila of Feni, where an 18-year-old caretaker was allegedly beaten to death by his employer, a local banker, over accusations of theft on Saturday.  The victim's mother was also tied to a tree during the assault. The employer, identified as Main Uddin, was arrested following the incident. Nur Mohammad, the victim, had been employed for four years at Main Uddin's residence due to his family's financial struggles, explained his mother, Bibi Khadija.  She recounted that her son had never been granted leave, even during significant occasions like Eid. Overwhelmed by frustration, Nur Mohammad reportedly absconded with Tk 80,000 on the 27th of Ramadan, prompting threats from the banker’s family even after returning the money post-Eid. Upon their attempt to return the money, Main Uddin and his brothers allegedly restrained and brutally assaulted Nur Mohammad, leading to his death from sustained injuries. "They could have taken legal routes but chose violence instead. I begged for my son's life," Khadija stated, demanding justice for the murder. Hasan Imam, Officer-in-Charge at Chhagalnaiya Police Station, confirmed that the body, showing extensive injuries, was recovered Saturday night and sent for autopsy at Feni Sadar Hospital.  A case against six individuals, including the banker, has been lodged by Bibi Khadija. Main Uddin has confessed to the involvement in the violent act, as per police reports.     

Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) Director General M Khurshid Hossain, in a briefing on Saturday, reassured the public of comprehensive security arrangements for Pahela Boishakh celebrations tomorrow.  Following a detailed review of intelligence, cyber monitoring data, and other sources, the RAB has not identified any specific threats targeting the festivities, he said. Although no imminent threats have been pinpointed, RAB forces are on high alert to counter any potential militant activities, the RAB chief stated during his inspection of the security protocols at Ramna Botomul area of Dhaka. The Director General highlighted the proactive measures taken by RAB's cyber team to monitor and mitigate the dissemination of rumours or false information that could disrupt the festive spirit online.  To bolster security, RAB plans to deploy additional forces across various event venues nationwide. RAB is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all attendees. Anyone who encounters or suspects deceptive activities should report immediately to RAB personnel for swift action, Hossain advised. He confirmed that all event locations will have adequate security coverage, including the deployment of bomb disposal units and K9 squads in Dhaka.  With rigorous preparations, RAB aims to provide a secure environment for the celebration of Pahela Boishakh, allowing citizens to partake in the cultural festivities without concern.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Habibur Rahman has emphasised the absence of specific threat information related to Pahela Boishakh celebrations but confirmed comprehensive precautionary measures during a security briefing at Ramna Park’s Ramna Botomul.  The DMP Commissioner spoke to reporters on Saturday as he reviewed the preparations for the festivities marking the Bangla new year. To ensure public safety, all scheduled events will conclude by 5 pm, and the premises will be cleared immediately afterward, Rahman stated, underscoring the importance of these measures in light of past terror activities that targeted such cultural gatherings. He detailed the extensive security arrangements in place, including the use of CCTV surveillance, drone monitoring, and watchtowers strategically placed around event venues. The Bomb Disposal Unit has also completed a preliminary security assessment and has defined clear roles for maintaining safety. Traffic control measures will be enforced around Dhaka University and the Ramna Park area, with diversions starting this evening to facilitate secure and orderly celebrations.  Security at Ramna Botomul will be tightly controlled with the installation of archways and metal detectors at all entry points to enhance screening processes. Access to the venue will be allowed until 5 pm tomorrow, after which no further entries will be permitted, the DMP chief clarified. The Commissioner also noted that additional security layers would include support from DMP's Detective Branch and plainclothes officers both inside and outside the venue. For international visitors, tourist police will be available to assist with any issues that may arise. In terms of health and safety, a temporary medical center will be operational, courtesy of Dhaka Medical College, to handle any medical emergencies. Facilities such as a Lost and Found center and a blood donation station will also be accessible to attendees, ensuring comprehensive support services during the event.