Aspire to Innovate (a2i) has launched the second version (Framework 2.0) of the National Information Portal, Bangladesh.gov.bd, to make government information management more modern, dynamic, and secure. The announcement was made on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, through a press release. Implementation of the new version began on December 21, 2025, across ministries under the supervision of the Cabinet Division and the ICT Division. Currently, around 52,000 government offices are connected to the system, with over 35,500 websites already hosted on the new platform.

The new version has been verified and certified by the Software and Hardware Quality Testing and Certification Center for its functionality and security. According to project officials, the upgraded portal will strengthen Bangladesh’s digital service system, ensuring greater transparency, accountability, and easier access to public information. Citizens can now access government service details, application processes, required documents, and office addresses from home, along with tenders, job circulars, and citizen charters.

Technically, the platform now includes a cloud- and microservice-based architecture, making it faster, more stable, and scalable. Enhanced security features such as single sign-on, two-factor authentication, and SSL encryption have also been added.

Several coordinated attacks targeted Iran’s railways and communication infrastructure on April 7, 2026, following a warning from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). Iranian state media reported that both the United States and Israel carried out the strikes across multiple regions. The IDF had earlier advised Iranian citizens to avoid train travel for 12 hours and stay away from rail lines.

According to Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency, two people were killed in an attack on a railway bridge in Kashan. The Iranian Red Crescent Society confirmed an airstrike on a railway in Karaj, releasing footage of a rescue operation. State broadcaster IRIB reported projectile attacks on several road bridges in Qom province and damage to parts of the Tabriz–Tehran highway. Additional strikes were reported in Ahvaz and other provinces, leading to road closures between Tabriz and Zanjan as well as on the Kareh Chaman–Mianeh route.

Iranian media stated that the attacks targeted not only transport networks but also residential and commercial areas, indicating a broader impact on civilian infrastructure.

The High Court has directed the government to establish an independent and separate secretariat for the Supreme Court of Bangladesh within three months. The full 185-page verdict, delivered by a bench comprising Justice Ahmed Sohel and Justice Debashish Roy Chowdhury, was released on Tuesday. The ruling returns the authority over the control and discipline of subordinate court judges to the Supreme Court.

According to the judgment, the government must implement the directive based on the Supreme Court’s proposal and complete the formation of the secretariat within the specified timeframe. The verdict marks the final directive for creating a distinct administrative structure for the judiciary.

The bench had originally issued the ruling on September 3 of the previous year, and the publication of the full text now sets a clear timeline for the government to act on the order.

Syed Moin Uddin Ahmed has been appointed as the Deputy Managing Director (DMD) of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, the country’s national flag carrier. The appointment was announced on Tuesday through a circular issued by the Ministry of Public Administration. The position had remained vacant for several years before this appointment.

According to the circular, Ahmed’s appointment is on a one-year contractual basis, effective from his joining date. He must resign from any other professional, business, or institutional affiliations, whether governmental, semi-governmental, or private, as a condition of his appointment.

Officials believe that filling this long-vacant DMD position will help accelerate the administrative operations of Biman Bangladesh Airlines.

Bangladesh Bank Governor Mostakur Rahman has called for ensuring full independence and protection for Shariah boards in all Islamic banks. Speaking at a recent exchange meeting at the central bank’s headquarters, he emphasized that no obstacles should hinder the boards’ activities and that the central bank will guarantee their security. The meeting, organized by the Islamic Banking Regulation and Policy Department, brought together top Shariah scholars, advisory board members, and senior officials to discuss the current state, challenges, and future direction of Islamic banking.

The governor noted that past money laundering incidents in the Islamic banking sector were partly due to inadequate oversight. He stressed that empowering Shariah boards and prioritizing their guidance would help restore effective supervision and prevent political influence in banking operations. Participants at the meeting underscored the need to strengthen supervisory committees, secretariats, and audit systems, and to ensure legal independence for these bodies.

Speakers also proposed mandatory Shariah knowledge for bank directors and executives, annual external audits, and the introduction of Shariah compliance ratings to enhance transparency and public trust in the sector.

A moderate earthquake was felt across parts of Bangladesh on Tuesday afternoon, with its epicenter located near Silchar in India’s Assam state. The tremor, measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale, occurred at 2:48 p.m. Bangladesh time and was recorded about 350 kilometers from Dhaka. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the quake originated 11 kilometers northwest of Silchar at a depth of 10 kilometers. No major damage or casualties have been reported so far.

The earthquake was also felt in several areas of Assam as well as in Bangladesh’s Sylhet, Moulvibazar, and other border regions. Residents in these areas experienced brief panic as the ground shook unexpectedly. Authorities have not reported any significant structural damage or injuries.

The tremor highlights the region’s seismic sensitivity, particularly along the Bangladesh-India border, where moderate quakes are occasionally recorded.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any US attack on Iranian civilian infrastructure would trigger a severe response extending beyond the Middle East. The warning came through a statement published by Iranian state media, emphasizing that the IRGC would not hesitate to respond in kind if the United States targeted civilian facilities.

The statement followed remarks by US President Donald Trump, who threatened to strike Iran’s power plants and bridges within hours if Tehran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC declared that it would target US and allied infrastructure in a way that would deprive them of access to the region’s oil and gas for years. It further cautioned that if US forces crossed Iran’s defined “red line,” the response would reach beyond regional boundaries.

The exchange of threats underscores escalating tensions between the two countries, with both sides signaling readiness for broader confrontation should hostilities intensify.

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a renewed threat to Iran just hours before the deadline he set for Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz. On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, Trump wrote on his Truth Social account that an entire civilization could be destroyed that night and might never return. He added that while he did not want such an outcome, it might be inevitable. Trump also suggested that recent changes in governance could bring better results, expressing hope for the Iranian people.

Trump had earlier warned that if Iran failed to reach an agreement to open the Strait by Tuesday night, the country could be wiped out in a single night. He referred to Tuesday as “Power Plant Day” and “Bridge Day,” setting the deadline at 8 p.m. U.S. time, equivalent to 6 a.m. Wednesday in Bangladesh. The statement came amid escalating regional tensions, including reports of attacks in Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey.

The situation remains tense as the deadline approaches, with uncertainty over Iran’s response and potential regional fallout.

A mobile court in Vedarganj upazila of Shariatpur demolished an illegal lead production factory on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, following allegations of severe environmental damage. The operation, led by Assistant Commissioner (Land) and Executive Magistrate K.M. Rafsan Rabbi, took place in the Mahishkandi area of Ramvadrpur Union and lasted several hours. Officials from the Department of Environment, Fire Service, and local police participated in the raid, during which the entire factory was destroyed using an excavator.

According to the mobile court, a group had been illegally collecting old batteries from various parts of the country, burning them to extract lead, and selling it to different businesses without any license or approval. Local residents complained that toxic smoke and waste from the factory had severely polluted the environment, causing illness and death among livestock. Authorities had previously fined and ordered the factory to shut down, but operations resumed secretly at night.

Officials stated that lead pollution poses a serious threat to public health, agriculture, and livestock, and assured that strict action against such illegal factories will continue. The demolition brought relief to local residents, who expressed hope for continued enforcement against environmental violations.

Rajshahi University has announced that classes for first-year undergraduate students of the 2025–26 academic session will begin on May 10. The information was confirmed on April 7 by Professor Mohammad Belal Hossain, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Coordinator of Unit 'A'. He stated that the admission process is currently ongoing and will conclude before classes commence.

According to university sources, the process of filling in subject preferences for successful candidates began on February 22. So far, the second subject choice lists for Units 'A', 'B', and 'C' have been published. The admission tests for this session were held earlier in January, starting with the 'C' Unit (Science) on January 16, followed by the 'A' Unit (Humanities) on January 17, and the 'B' Unit (Commerce) on January 24.

This year’s admission tests were conducted in two shifts across public university campuses in Rajshahi, Dhaka, Chattogram, Khulna, Rangpur, and Barishal divisions, with no selection phase included.

Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milan described the Ministry of Education as his place of devotion and criticized the previous government for neglecting the sector. Speaking as chief guest at a meeting with exam center secretaries organized by the Barishal Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education, he announced plans for unified question papers across all boards and reforms to ensure transparency in public examinations. He also emphasized strict monitoring and warned of punitive action against examiners involved in irregularities.

The minister said the government aims to allocate 5 percent of GDP to education in the next budget to address shortages and improve quality. He announced plans to eradicate illiteracy within a year and proposed establishing one agricultural university in each division. Milan also mentioned that online and offline classes would be introduced in metropolitan schools, with a formal report to be submitted to the Prime Minister on Thursday.

He reaffirmed the government’s zero-tolerance policy toward corruption and misconduct in education, stressing that transparency and discipline among teachers and students are essential for maintaining academic integrity.

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has announced another increase in jet fuel prices, raising the rate by about 25 taka per liter. The new prices will take effect from midnight on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, according to an official notification issued the same day. This marks the second price hike in less than two weeks, following a 90-taka increase on March 24.

Under the new pricing, domestic flights will now pay 227.08 taka per liter, up from 202.29 taka. For international flights, the price has been raised from 1.3216 dollars to 1.4806 dollars per liter, compared to the previous rate of 0.7384 dollars. BERC stated that the adjustment was made to align with current market conditions, import costs, and trends in the global energy market.

The commission confirmed that the revised rates will remain in effect until further notice, reflecting ongoing efforts to balance domestic pricing with international fuel market fluctuations.

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen paid a courtesy call on Water Resources Minister Md. Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee, MP, at the minister’s office in the National Parliament Secretariat on Tuesday. State Minister for Water Resources Farhad Hossain Azad, MP, was also present during the meeting.

During the meeting, Minister Anee described China and Bangladesh as long-standing and trusted friends. He noted that after assuming responsibility for the Water Resources Ministry, he accepted the Chinese ambassador’s invitation for this courtesy exchange. The discussion included mutual greetings and expressions of goodwill.

Ambassador Yao Wen expressed China’s interest in working with Bangladesh to preserve water resources and maintain environmental balance. The meeting began with the ambassador presenting flowers and congratulations to the minister.

An Israeli attack targeted a railway bridge in Iran’s Kashan city, resulting in the deaths of two people, according to Iran’s Mehr News Agency. The strike occurred at the Yahya Abad railway bridge, and the deputy governor of Isfahan confirmed the casualties. The incident follows a warning from Israel’s Defense Forces (IDF) urging Iranians to avoid using trains and to stay away from railway lines.

The IDF issued an emergency alert in Persian on its X account, advising Iranian citizens not to travel by train or approach railway areas for twelve hours, citing safety concerns. The statement warned that being near trains or railways could pose a serious risk to life. The attack came shortly after this warning was issued.

The report also noted that the timing coincides with a U.S. ultimatum from President Trump to Iran regarding a pending agreement, adding to the tense regional atmosphere.

The results of the 47th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) written examination have been published. According to a press release signed by Masuma Afreen, Controller of Examinations (Cadre) of the Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC), a total of 3,631 candidates have passed. The oral examinations for the successful candidates are scheduled to begin in May.

The written tests were held from November 27 to December 18 of the previous year across eight divisional cities, including Dhaka. The BPSC stated that the complete results and related information are available on its official website (www.bpsc.gov.bd). The commission also noted that it reserves the right to make corrections to the results if necessary for valid reasons.

The announcement marks a key step in the 47th BCS recruitment process, moving the successful candidates closer to the final selection phase through the upcoming oral examinations.