Authorities in Jhenaidah’s Kaliganj upazila seized a truck loaded with LPG cylinders and fined a local dealer 10,000 taka on Saturday night for selling gas at prices exceeding the government-mandated rate. The mobile court operation, conducted near the Women’s College area, addressed growing public concerns over artificial fuel shortages and price manipulation in the local market.

The government has set the maximum retail price for a 12kg LPG cylinder at 2,060 taka. However, the dealership ‘Gas Ghor’ was found selling the cylinders to local retailers for 2,400 taka each, a clear violation of consumer protection regulations.

Public intervention and legal action

Local residents identified the price discrepancy and intercepted the truck before alerting the administration. Kaliganj Upazila Nirbahi Officer and Executive Magistrate Rezwana Nahid arrived at the scene and imposed the fine under the Consumer Rights Protection Act, 2009.

The seized truck contained 150 cylinders, which were subsequently ordered to be sold to local retailers at the government-fixed fair price to stabilize the market.

Local administration officials confirmed that monitoring efforts will continue to prevent further market manipulation. Authorities issued a stern warning that strict legal action will be taken against any dishonest traders attempting to exploit consumers. This intervention has been widely welcomed by the public as a necessary step to curb profiteering and ensure price stability in the region.

Police Superintendent (SP) Md Jahangir Alam of the Chattogram Range Reserve Force was arrested late Saturday on charges of sedition and maintaining clandestine links with a banned political organization. The 28th BCS police cadre officer was taken into custody from the Panchlaish Police Officers’ Mess in Chattogram by a specialized unit of the Chattogram Metropolitan Police. Authorities allege that he was involved in a conspiracy to facilitate the return of the former prime minister while leaking sensitive state information.

Prior to his arrest, the officer faced intense scrutiny following an interrogation by Chattogram Range DIG Md Abdul Quddus Chowdhury on November 10. During the questioning, investigators seized two mobile phones belonging to the SP and forwarded them to the Special Branch for forensic analysis. Officials confirmed that the arrest followed the discovery of evidence linking him to anti-state activities, leading to the filing of a formal case with the approval of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Investigation and legal proceedings

A departmental probe committee, led by Additional DIG Safijul Islam, has been established to examine the extent of the officer’s misconduct. Meanwhile, the sedition case is being handled by the police’s specialized Special Response Unit (SRU) due to the sensitive nature of the allegations. Investigators are currently working to determine if the accused operated within a broader network and whether additional classified information was compromised.

Law enforcement sources indicated that the accused will likely be placed on remand for further interrogation. The arrest of a high-ranking official has highlighted the ongoing internal crackdown within the police force to root out elements undermining national security. The government maintains a strict stance against any personnel found engaging in activities that threaten the stability of the state.

The funeral of Bithi Khatun, a housewife in Jashore’s Churamankati, was held amid allegations of physical and mental torture by her husband and in-laws. The victim’s husband and his family members were notably absent from the burial, sparking public outrage and deepening suspicions surrounding her death. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident following claims that the death was a result of domestic abuse.

Bithi reportedly died by hanging herself at her husband’s residence last Friday afternoon. However, her family alleges that she was subjected to relentless abuse by her husband, Liton Hossain, and his family since their marriage three months ago. The victim’s father, Abdul Kuddus, claimed that the abuse intensified after the expatriate husband returned to the country, allegedly instigated by his parents and sister.

Allegations of systemic abuse

According to the victim’s family, the couple married after a brief courtship over mobile phone. Abdul Kuddus stated that Liton had physically assaulted Bithi on the day of the incident, leading to her untimely death. The family maintains that Bithi was either murdered or driven to suicide due to the severe torture she endured within the household.

Local political leaders and community members attended the funeral to express their condolences and demand a thorough investigation into the matter. The absence of the husband and his family at the burial has fueled further speculation regarding their involvement in the incident. Law enforcement agencies are currently working to uncover the truth behind the allegations and determine the exact cause of death.