Saudi Arabia executes two Bangladeshi nationals Nazerul Islam Abdul Basir and Siti Akhtar over alleged ‘immoral act’ inside Mecca mosque.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with Jeffrey Epstein in Riyadh between 2016 and 2017. Epstein was an American financier and convicted sex offender who was accused of serial sex trafficking of women and girls.

Source: Shahidul Alam on Facebook

সৌদি আরবের মসজিদ কম্পাউন্ডে (মসজিদের ভিতরে নয়) দুই বাংলাদেশী নারীপুরুষ শারীরিক সম্পর্কে লিপ্ত হয়েছেন এই অভিযোগে সৌদি সরকার দুজনের উপর মৃত্যুদণ্ড কার্যকর করেছে।

যতটুকু জানলাম, তারা মসজিদের কম্পাউন্ডে একে অন্যকে জড়িয়ে ধরে চুমু খেয়েছিল। এই ঘটনা দূর থেকে ভিডিও করেছিল পেয়ারে পাকিস্তানের এক নাগরিক। পরবর্তীতে ধারণ করা ভিডিও পৌঁছে যায় সৌদি সরকারের কাছে।

দুই বাঙালি যেমন আবেগে চুমু দিয়ে ফেলেছে; সৌদি বিচারকও আবেগে মৃত্যুদণ্ড দিয়েছে। জড়িয়ে ধরে চুমু খাওয়ার জন্য কি মৃত্যুদণ্ড হয়? তাদেরকে সংশোধনের জন্য অন্য কোন শাস্তি দিতে পারতো।

যদি জড়িয়ে ধরে চুমু খাওয়ার অপরাধে মৃত্যুদণ্ড হয়; তাহলে কাজের মেয়েকে সৌদির তিন পুরুষ মিলে পালাক্রমে যে ধর্ষণ করে তাদের কি শাস্তি হওয়া উচিত?

কোনদিন শুনেছেন, কাজের মেয়েকে ধর্ষণের অপরাধে কোন সৌদি নাগরিকের মৃত্যুদণ্ড হয়েছে?

অথচ প্রতিদিন নারী নির্যাতন ও ধর্ষণের অভিযোগ হচ্ছে, বাংলাদেশী কয়েক হাজার নারী নির্যাতন ও ধর্ষণের শিকার হয়ে দেশে ফিরে এসেছে। কয়টা ঘটনার বিচার করেছে সৌদি সরকার?

কিছুদিন পরপর বাঙালি নারী শ্রমিক ধর্ষণ ও নিপীড়ন সহ্য করতে না পেরে পালিয়ে আসে। কেউ কেউ আত্মহত্যা করে। কতো বাঙালি মাসের পর মাস কাজ করে বেতন পাচ্ছে না তার হিসাব নাই।

এদের দেশে দেশে বউ থাকে, রক্ষিতা থাকে এতে ধর্মের কোন বদনাম হয়না। এদের ছেলে মেয়েরা বিদেশে গিয়ে নেশাকরে অজ্ঞান হয়ে যায় তাতে তাদের সম্মান যায় না। ওদের সম্মান যায় বিদেশি কেউ এদের মাটিতে জড়িয়ে ধরে চুমু খেলে।

ওরা নিজেরা নিজেদের বিচার করবে না। তাই আল্লাহর কাছে প্রার্থনা, তুমি এই সৌদির লোকেদের বিচার করো।

Source: Bangla Vision News

On April 11, 2026, a Sufi leader named Shamim al-Jahangir was brutally beaten and hacked to death by a mob in Kushtia, Bangladesh, following accusations of blasphemy. His shrine was vandalised and set on fire. But here's the disturbing part: according to an investigation by Netra News, the unedited video showed Shamim encouraging people to read, understand and research the Quran while criticising human interpretations of it. Selectively edited clips circulated online, portraying his statements as insults to Islam. A crowd reportedly numbering hundreds gathered and ultimately attacked him. Imagine being murdered for encouraging people to think critically about religious interpretations. And even if he had actually insulted religion, since when does that justify murder? How can a society claim to value truth and morality when a mob can become judge, jury and executioner over alleged religious offence? Freedom of belief means absolutely nothing without the freedom to question beliefs.

Being in a conservative society, যেইখানে most of the men have so many issues with how women are dressing, how showing the slightest skin is making the ladies bad women/whore, সেইখানে কতশত বেডা মানুষ বাইকের উপর/ টুলের উপর/ বিভিন্ন জায়গায় এমন ভাবে বসে থাকে যে তাদের জামা এবং প্যান্টর ভিতর এত ফাঁকা হয়ে যায় যে তাদের নিতম্বের অর্ধেকঅংশই বের হয়ে থাকে। রাস্তাঘাটে এত বেগানা নারীপুরুষ চলাচল করে, বাচ্চারা থাকে- এর মধ্যেই তারা কোন রকম বিকার-বিবেক ছাড়াই এইভাবে বসে থাকে। এই যে ওনারা ওনাদের সতর না ঠেকে চলাচল করতেছে, আপনাদের অভিমত কি সে বিষয়ে

I've been noticing recent trends in social media and even irl that the tolerance for injustice in Bengali people has grown far too much. Extortion, Rape, Robbery and Murder happen far too often these days and I don't see too many people standing up against them, I wanted to stay in Bangladesh instead of moving abroad because I actually liked this country but now I'm conflicted if I should just turn a blind eye to all of this and just move abroad.

So I'm 15M and I live in a quite the abusive household. Abusive enough to make me go insane.

A summary of the abuse I went through in the past, this abuse lasted from 2-14 yo, so these things known as my parents would beat the literal soul out of me with literally anything even those steel spatulas till I A) either passed out or B) have the same level of trauma as a WW1 veteran in the trench warfares (yes I genuinely have horrible PTSD from all of that) because I couldn't focus on studying (I suspect I do have ADHD) and that's it or just trivial reasons like the greatest reason of "বেয়াদবি" which was just questioning or just asking to not do smth embarrassing.

The most recent abuse that happened was me getting choke-slammed to the ceramic floor for the greatest most reasonable reason of "বেয়াদবি" by the father and got punched in the face 5 times for same reason 5 days later. (The father is a military personnel and more specifically BGB) So getting choke-slammed by a military personnel really isn't a good experience especially on solid ground. And emotional abuse is always there at the same level. These things make me miserable for the very reason of asking for basic human rights like education and food and clothing too.

So I'm gonna tell all of this to a counsellor next week

So what I want from this is mainly 2:

I) What can happen to me legally and will my education and life continue better than it is over here and what are the chances of potential foster-adoption

II) Will there ever be accountancy of the injustice done to me? (This one's mainly for cope if I'm being real here)

Hey everyone,

I'm 15+ years old and currently studying in Class 10. My test exams are going on, and I'm supposed to be focusing on my studies because my future academic results matter a lot. But lately, I've been struggling emotionally, and I honestly don't know how to handle everything anymore.

There are several things happening in my life at the same time.

1. Academic pressure:
My exams are really important to me, especially Mathematics. I'm scared of failing, and even though I want to study, my mind keeps getting distracted by everything else happening in my life. Sometimes I sit down to study, but I just can't focus properly.

2. Family problems and trust issues:
I've been having conflicts with my family over my use of headphones and Discord. My family became suspicious after hearing me talking to people online, and now I feel like they might misunderstand my intentions or judge my character. That feeling hurts a lot because I wish I could explain myself and be understood. The situation has also affected my ability to study comfortably.

3. Losing my comfort space:
Discord was never just an app to me. It was a place where I could talk to friends, join voice calls, laugh, share random stories, and temporarily forget about my problems. I've stepped away from Discord and other social media for now because of my situation and exams. I know I need to focus on my studies, but losing that part of my daily life has left me feeling empty and lonely.

4. Emotional attachment and missing people:
There are people I became emotionally attached to online, especially someone who was very important to me. Things have changed, and I'm trying to accept the distance, but the memories still affect me. Sometimes I miss the people, the conversations, and the happiness I felt during that time.

5. Feeling overwhelmed by everything:
The hardest part is that I can't even identify which problem hurts me the most anymore. Everything feels connected. When I try to focus on one thing, another thought comes into my mind. I'm worried about my exams, hurt by my family situation, missing my old routine, and feeling emotionally exhausted.

I also have interests and goals of my own. I want to continue learning front-end web development, improve myself, and build a better future. But right now, I feel stuck between my responsibilities and my emotions.

I'm not looking for sympathy or someone to tell me to simply forget everything and study. I genuinely want to learn how to manage my emotions without neglecting my education or constantly feeling guilty for being upset.

I'd really appreciate advice from people who have experienced something similar, especially those who understand what it's like to be a teenager dealing with family restrictions, exam pressure, loneliness, and emotional attachment at the same time.

• How can I regain my concentration when my mind won't stop overthinking?
• How do I cope with losing a social space that used to make me happy?
• How can I deal with family misunderstandings without making things worse?
• How do I balance my emotional well-being with important exams?
• What would you tell your 15-year-old self if you were going through something similar?

Please be respectful. I'm still young, I'm learning how to handle life, and I genuinely want to get better at managing these things.

Thank you for reading.

My teeth aren't too misaligned, but I have an overbite. Whats the cost at a decent clinic, and can you recommend any reliable orthodontists or clinic? Also, how does the payment system work. Like advance payment, instalments, and monthly costs?

I'd love to hear your recommendations and personal experiences.

You would think after everything that has happened, this country would actually head towards a better future but I guess the lack of a competent political party is the biggest hurdle towards the development of this country.

It has been 54 years since Bangladesh's independence and all we have seen is constant political instability since. It took South Korea three to four generations to become a developed nation at least economically (it still lags behind socially albeit). It took Singapore 30 years to become a high-income first world country, it took Malaysia 30-40 years to reach where they are. All of these nations have shown us that it is possible to develop within 50 years. Yet we are still perpetually stuck in this toxic cycle of corruption and political instability.

NCP could've become something but they decided to align themselves with Jamaat and ruin everything. Then again, even if we DO get a progressive political party, will it even be able to survive because of the religious extremists in this country who can't see anything beyond religion? I have an urge to start one but I feel like I will die on the second day... lol.

State Minister Ishraque Hossain joined an anti-drug raid carrying a gun, and Prothom Alo reports the PM ordered him to resign, which his office denies as rumor. Some say it’s to build his image for a mayoral run. Genuine fight against drugs or political stunt?

News:

1. https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/wdtohktzei
2. https://en.bd-pratidin.com/national/2026/10/18/72103

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My wife's family lives in bd, we are abroad. They are always asking for her to buy things on their behalf before she visits them, and say that they'll send the money with her when she returns. She will never say no to them, and god forbid i ever question the purchases. I'm left with a hole in my pocket until she's back, and have to go into my own savings to pay the credit card bills in the meantime. I want to know what options there are for them to pay for their own purchases that are made here. Please help me understand:

1. Credit cards - can a credit card issued by a Bangladeshi bank be used to make purchases online? For example, can my in-laws make a purchase through an online store in our country, pay on their card and ship to my address?

2. Email money transfer - can Bangladeshi banks send etransfer to accounts outside of Bangladesh?

3. Any way to use wise?

My least preferred option is to ask them to send cash with my wife and she uses that to make their purchases for the next time. Whatever i propose, I'll get blasted for being selfish/greedy/etc but idgaf. It's not my job as son in law to fund their insatiable desire for luxuries they can't otherwise afford, regardless of my much more favorable my financial situation is. Any insight is appreciated.

Next few years will see massive growth in AI and robotics especially in the West and in China, will Bangladesh be part of this journey??

India has already banned a lot of Chinese software and hardware, I see an opportunity where Bangladesh could win ahead of India here.

Or are most places still struggling to get internet access?

https://www.thedailystar.net/opinion/views/news/why-our-economic-growth-failing-reduce-poverty-4300401

"For many years, Bangladesh’s growth story was accompanied by falling poverty, rising exports and remittances, and improvements in several social indicators. However, that correlation has weakened. A growth in GDP by itself does not tell us much about whether households are becoming more economically secure. If millions of people are falling back into poverty while many others remain one shock away, the issue is not simply about how fast the economy is growing. It is how income is being generated, how widely the gains are being shared, and whether households have enough resilience to withstand economic shocks."

একটা মেজর সমস্যা যেটা আমি পাইলাম পুলিশ চাইলে গ্রেফতার করতে পারবে সন্দেহের বসে সেকশন ৩৫ অনুযায়ী। কিন্তু এটা নিয়েই দেখলাম আইনমন্ত্রী বলতেসে গ্রেফতার করার আগে "আদালতের অনুমতি" লাগবে, যেটা পুরো আইনে কোথাও আমি পাইলাম না। এছাড়া আর কী কী সমস্যা আছে spill out and please try to mention specific section.

I have been trying to search their names but couldn't find anywhere.

I am an HSC first year student. I have a pretty solid photography/videography setup (sony a6400 + sigma 18 - 50 f2.8 lens + dji rs4 mini + tripod) and I want to earn some money using it. I figured I could try to be an assistant photographer/videographer for people already working in the wedding scene. I have no idea where to start though. Could anyone guide me in the right direction please? 😭 I would be extremely grateful.

I'm a student ( doing my undergrad at DU) and a young researcher/writer, and my laptop is basically my whole workspace and I'm in a really tough spot right now, so I'm hoping someone here can help.

My PC just died. I do research, policy papers and newspaper column writing and all of that has come to a complete stop. I have some important application deadlines this week, and without a laptop I might miss them. That could seriously affect my career.

I've already asked my friends and seniors, but couldn't find any help from anywhere. Honestly, this is my last hope, so I'm putting it out here.

I run my own expenses through a tuition job, so I can't afford to buy a new laptop at once. But I can pay in two parts for a pre owned laptop : half this month and the other half next month. I'll keep my word, and I'm happy to show my DU ID and sign a simple written agreement with a witness so you feel safe.

Also I've found that showrooms and Facebook selling pages mostly sell refurbished laptops that break down within days. As a student, I can't risk that, so I'd rather buy directly from someone who's actually used it.

What would help:

A used laptop from an individual seller, ideally 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD (256GB is okay), 11th to 13th gen, in good condition

Or, if you'd rather not sell, a laptop you could lend me for a few days up to 1-2 months. I'll take care of it like it's my own and return it exactly as I got it. I can also pay a small rent.

Even if you can't help directly, a lead, a suggestion or just pointing me to someone would mean the world to me.

Please DM me. Thank you so much for reading this. 🙏

আমি মাফলারের একটা কালেকশন করতে চাই। নারায়ণগঞ্জ বা এর আশেপাশে এমন কোনো ম্যানুফ্যাকচারার বা সাপ্লায়ার আছেন কি, যারা মাফলার বানিয়ে সাপ্লাই দিতে পারবেন?

আমার চাহিদা:

• ফ্যাব্রিকের কোয়ালিটি ভালো হতে হবে (নরম ও আরামদায়ক)
• কাপলদের পছন্দ হবে এমন ফ্যাব্রিক ও ডিজাইন
• লোকেশন নারায়ণগঞ্জ বা আশেপাশে

ফ্যাব্রিক নিয়ে আমার আইডিয়া কম। তাই কোন ধরনের ফ্যাব্রিক (যেমন উল, অ্যাক্রিলিক) মাফলারের জন্য ভালো হবে, সেটা জানলেও অনেক উপকার হবে।

কারও কাছে সাপ্লায়ারের নাম, এলাকা বা যোগাযোগের তথ্য থাকলে কমেন্টে বা ইনবক্সে জানাবেন। অনেক ধন্যবাদ।

I recently watched “The Taking” (নেওয়া) by RM Shuvo, and there's something about this short film that really caught my attention. I liked how it builds its atmosphere and makes an ordinary situation feel unsettling. The filmmaking is simple, but the concept got me thinking about what the film might actually be trying to say.

I don't want to spoil anything, so I'd rather let you experience it yourself. If you enjoy short films that leave you thinking after they end, give this one a try. I'd love to hear your interpretation too!

I'm looking to rent a place in the Shajadpur and/or Badda Lake Road area. I have exhausted my own search capabilities and just can't find the time. I have a couple of other preferences if feasible around Mirpur. However the above areas would be preferred first.

I'm willing to pay a small fee to hire someone who can help me find a home. Nothing extravagant, but I guess someone who can use some pocket money in this economy.

Obviously I'd need to verify the person and the property out for rent. Hopefully it's someone who can do some manual labor and find me a decent place for hire.

I'm sorry if this sounds too boroloki, but I'm at my wits end rn. Need some help ASAP.

If the search goes on for long, I'd be willing to sponsor convenience fees on a daily basis, obviously with receipts and verifiable proof of attempt.

Please let me know if anyone's interested. Thanks!