ICJ Watch: The Gambia is set to get a ruling in the ICJ genocide case against Myanmar over alleged 2016-17 atrocities against the Rohingya, with the court previously rejecting Myanmar’s bid to block the case on jurisdiction. Human Rights & Refugees: UN rights chief Volker Türk condemned a Myanmar airstrike on a Rakhine market that reportedly killed 50+ and urged Malaysia to halt deportations amid unsafe conditions. Rohingya in Malaysia: Malaysia began sending back nearly 1,500 asylum seekers in the first batch under a disputed return plan, while UNHCR warns Rohingya face barriers to education and livelihoods. Travel Rights: Bangladesh High Court issued a rule after three unmarried women were stopped from travelling abroad despite valid documents, questioning whether such restrictions lack legal authority. Durga Puja Culture & Security: Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced heightened security, more funding (BDT 5 crore), and a longer holiday for Sharadiya Durga Puja. Arts & Language: Confucius Institute launched at Chittagong University to expand Chinese language, research and cultural ties. Health Lifestyle: National Heart Foundation held a World Heart Day seminar on prevention, risk reduction and tobacco control. Women’s Entrepreneurship: Her-e-Trade “Sharadiya Abahan” opens Oct 2 in Dhaka, featuring 62 women entrepreneurs. Sports & Connectivity: Turkish Airlines eyes more Dhaka-Istanbul flights, while BCB plans to scout cricket talent in the hill districts.