State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam yesterday told parliament that while the July uprising demonstrated the patriotism of the new generation, corruption allegations have emerged against younger members of the interim government formed after August 5, 2024.

The European Union Election Observation Mission yesterday termed Bangladesh’s 2026 parliamentary elections “credible and competently managed”, but made 19 recommendations to strengthen transparency, credibility, and integrity of future polls.

A recent study identified four areas within Dhaka city -- Uttara–Airport–Bashundhara, Farmgate, Gulistan–Shahbagh, and Shyampur -- as having the highest heat exposure, both in terms of mean and maximum temperatures.

British High Commissioner Sarah Cooke yesterday said the UK, since June 2025, has frozen over £250 million in assets linked to Bangladeshi individuals.

A prosecution witness yesterday told the International Crimes Tribunal-1 that he saw gunfire from a helicopter targeting student protesters during the July 2024 uprising.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday said his government has taken steps to ensure access to justice for all, especially the financially disadvantaged.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed yesterday said since the government assumed office on February 17 this year, a total of 464 murder cases and 666 rape cases have been filed nationwide.

The digital laws recently passed by parliament pose risks to freedom of expression and privacy, said speakers at a conference yesterday, stressing that each law needs to be reviewed to safeguard rights.

At least 83 patients have been undergoing treatment with measles symptoms in Bandarban, including some confirmed cases, as of Monday, according to the district civil surgeon’s office.

US Ambassador to Dhaka Brent T Christensen yesterday dubbed the recently signed Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) between Bangladesh and the Trump administration a genuine partnership that will create opportunities for more trade and investment for both nations.

Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman yesterday said Bangladesh had urged India to normalise the issuance of visas for Bangla-deshi citizens.

Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman yesterday said the government may amend laws to require lawyers to handle at least 10 percent of their cases pro bono, ensuring justice for poor and helpless citizens at no cost.

Discussion held on election report and July charter progress

Court questions authorities’ inaction; seeks explanation on eviction, restoration and compensation

Authorities drafting policy to bring order to roads

Commission confirms it will not challenge ruling despite missed deadline

Khalilur Rahman tells parliament Dhaka expects positive changes soon for Bangladeshi travellers

Says his honest work angered many inside and outside the commission

Son says it was a natural death and criticised reports suggesting foul play

23 killed since August 2024 amid disputes believed linked to local dominance, sand-soil trade and extortion