Three killed in clashes under Section 144 in Guimara after 'rape' of Marma schoolgirl

At least three people have been killed in Khagrachhari’s Guimara in clashes that broke out despite restrictions under Section 144 amid heightened tensions over the reported rape of a Marma schoolgirl. The home ministry in a statement confirmed the deaths, saying all the victims were members of the hill community, though their identities were not released. The statement read: “The Ministry of Home Affairs deeply regrets the incident in Guimara Upazila, where three hill residents were killed in an attack by miscreants. Thirteen Army personnel, including a Major, as well as three police officers including the officer-in-charge of Guimara Police Station, and several others were injured. "The ministry assures that those responsible will face prompt investigation and legal action. No...