Pakistan defeated West Indies by eight wickets in the second and final Test in Jamaica, leveling the two-match series 1-1. The report, published on August 6, 2026, said Pakistan secured their first away Test victory in three years. It also marked a winning start for Babar Azam in his second stint as Test captain.

The match turned early on the fourth day when West Indies, resuming with a 75-run lead, lost their final four wickets in about half an hour. Controlled bowling by Ali Usman and Mohammad Ali dismissed the hosts for 189 in their second innings, leaving Pakistan a target of 75. Kemar Roach fell without adding to the overnight score, while Justin Greaves was dismissed attempting an aggressive shot. Brandon King could not bat because of injury.

Pakistan lost Imam-ul-Haq and Azan Awais early in the chase, but Babar and Abdullah Shafique completed the pursuit without further trouble. Shafique, a first-innings centurion, and Babar, who made a half-century, remained unbeaten. West Indies scored 280 and 189, while Pakistan made 395 and 76 for two. The win ended Pakistan's eight-Test away winless run.

Dhaka University Central Students’ Union, or DUCSU, has begun an initiative to build a July memorial named “Nirbhik July” to preserve the memory of those described as martyrs in the July mass uprising. The foundation stone was formally laid at 9pm on August 5 in front of the DUCSU building at Dhaka University, with DUCSU leaders and about 50 members of martyrs’ and injured families present.

The programme opened with a special prayer seeking blessings for all those killed in the uprising. A father of one of the martyrs led the prayer for the country, the nation, and the martyrs and injured people. DUCSU Vice President Sadik Kayem said the uprising was an unforgettable chapter in efforts to establish freedom, democracy and human dignity, describing the planned memorial as a symbol of sacrifice, courage and resistance to injustice.

A martyr’s mother said remembrance of the sacrifices by future generations would provide some comfort to bereaved families. Another martyr’s father said the children had died for rights and justice and expressed hope that their dreams would not be lost. Several DUCSU office-bearers, hall representatives and students from different university departments also attended the event.

A report published by Amar Desh Online on August 6, 2026 said social media discussion intensified over a claim that nearly 44,000 viewers left a livestream during Sheikh Hasina’s remarks carried by an Indian media outlet. The report said Indian outlet Prothom Kolkata posted related information on its Facebook page, which then spread widely across social media.

According to the published information cited in the report, a significant number of viewers, estimated at about 44,000, left the livestream within the first 10 minutes after Hasina began speaking. The source did not provide further details on how the figure was calculated or why viewers left the broadcast.

The report stated that Hasina left the country on August 5, 2024 amid a mass movement and public anger. It said that nearly two years later, an Indian media outlet gave her an opportunity to speak. The report also said the Bangladesh government issued a strong reaction to the incident, without providing details of that response.

Bangladesh’s Foreign Ministry expressed strong anger and deep concern after fugitive convicted former leader Sheikh Hasina, who is staying in India, was allowed to hold a direct media interaction in Delhi. In a statement issued Wednesday, the ministry said Hasina and her associates made abusive remarks against the Bangladeshi state and its people. It described the appearance, held on the second anniversary of the July Revolution, as an affront to Bangladesh’s sovereignty and a grave disrespect to the revolution’s martyrs.

The ministry said Bangladesh had previously conveyed its concerns to the Indian government about the event’s possible negative consequences, but the gathering was nevertheless permitted. It said Hasina and her associates were unsuccessfully attempting to reverse the course of history by denying atrocities against innocent civilians, including children, during July and August 2024, citing United Nations-established information.

Dhaka said the public remains committed to preventing a return to fascism and to ensuring Bangladesh never becomes subordinate to another state. The statement said India had not responded to multiple Bangladeshi requests to return Hasina under the 2013 Bangladesh-India extradition treaty. Bangladesh said it seeks constructive, mutually beneficial and forward-looking relations with India based on sovereign equality, mutual respect and non-interference.

Immigration police arrested former Fotephur Union Parishad chairman Md Humayun Talukdar at Benapole Immigration Checkpost in Jashore while he was travelling to India for medical treatment. The arrest occurred at about 1pm on Tuesday, 4 August, as he completed immigration procedures to cross through the land port.

Talukdar is also president of Mirzapur upazila Krishak League and a resident of Shubhulya village in Tangail’s Mirzapur upazila. Police sources said on-duty officials found his name on a stop list during an online verification. Immigration police then detained him and formally showed him arrested.

A case has been filed against Talukdar at Mirzapur police station, with allegations under sections 4 and 5 of the Law and Order Disrupting Offences (Speedy Trial) Act, 2002, along with several Penal Code provisions. Benapole Immigration Checkpost officer-in-charge Saifur Rahman said further legal procedures were under way. Mirzapur police station officer-in-charge Abdullah Al Mamun said arrangements were being made to bring Talukdar to the station for necessary legal action.

Santos defeated Remo 1-0 at Mangueirão Stadium to secure a place in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals on August 5, 2026, but Neymar’s conduct after the final whistle drew controversy. The Brazilian forward set up Rony Rústico for the match’s only goal, helping Santos advance despite sustained jeering from Remo supporters.

Neymar had faced mockery and boos while on the bench early in the match and after entering the field following halftime. After the game, as he headed toward the dressing room, he was reportedly provoked by people around him. Local media said Neymar repeatedly shouted “you have been eliminated” in response to Remo’s taunts.

The report said he also made physical gestures, performed a mocking dance and stuck out his tongue at opponents, escalating tensions in the corridor. Remo supporters and officials attempted to breach the security barrier before Santos security personnel intervened and brought the situation under control. Remo president Antonio Carlos Teixeira, known as Tonião, criticized Neymar in a video message, calling him “antisocial” and saying the player had provoked them.

Police arrested two named accused in a case filed over the anti-discrimination student movement in Nagarpur, Tangail. The arrests were made during overnight raids in different parts of the upazila on Tuesday. After required legal procedures on Wednesday morning, both men were sent to a court in Tangail.

The detainees were identified as Baharul Islam, also known as Kana Bahar, son of the late Badruddin of Duajani village in Nagarpur Sadar Union, and Masum Mia, son of Iman of Kathuri village. Police said the case mentions Baharul Islam’s involvement in local Jubo League politics.

According to police sources, the two face allegations as named accused in a case filed on September 10, 2024, over the anti-discrimination student movement incident. Acting on confidential information, police conducted separate raids on Tuesday night and arrested them from their respective homes. Nagarpur police station Officer-in-Charge Md Jahurul Islam said both were named accused and were sent through the court after their arrest.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police's Detective Branch arrested former Awami League lawmaker Akhtaruzzaman, 73, from a residence in the capital's Gulshan area on Wednesday night. He was taken into DB custody after the operation. DMP Additional Commissioner for DB Mohammad Shafiqul Islam confirmed the arrest, saying Akhtaruzzaman faces multiple cases, including murder cases.

Investigators are examining his role in the relevant cases and his alleged involvement in recent activities of a banned organization. According to detective sources, surveillance has recently been increased over secret meetings, organizational communications and various programs involving leaders and activists of the banned organization. Detectives conducted the Gulshan operation after receiving information about Akhtaruzzaman's location.

Akhtaruzzaman had long been involved in Awami League politics and previously held important responsibilities at the party's central level. He represented Gazipur-3 in parliament from 1996 to 2001 and chaired the parliamentary standing committee related to the Housing and Public Works Ministry. He later served as administrator and chairman of the Gazipur District Council. His campaigning for the Gazipur-5 constituency in the 2024 12th national election was also discussed.

Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah has officially joined Turkish club Trabzonspor on a free transfer, according to a report published on August 5, 2026. The club confirmed his arrival through a social media video, showing the star in Trabzonspor’s traditional maroon and blue shirt for the first time. The move ends one of the summer transfer window’s most widely discussed stories.

In a video message to supporters, Salah said: “Trabzonspor fans, are you ready? See you very soon.” He ended the message by saying the Turkish club slogan, “Bize her yer Trabzon.” The report said the process moved quickly after talks were formally announced, with his arrival in Turkey, medical examination and contract signing all completed in a short period.

Salah had been linked in recent weeks with Besiktas, Atletico Madrid, Saudi Pro League clubs Al-Ittihad and Al-Diriyah, and several American clubs, but ultimately chose to remain in Europe. The transfer concludes his nine-year spell with Liverpool, where the report says he won the Premier League, Champions League, Club World Cup and UEFA Super Cup, among other titles.

At an International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC) discussion marking July Uprising Day 2026 on Wednesday, poet and journalist Abdul Hai Shikder said July had eased the pain of the Liberation War’s unfulfilled dreams. Speaking as chief discussant, the Jugantor editor described the uprising as inevitable and linked it to memories of Palashi, the Language Movement, the Liberation War and the patriotism, honesty and sacrifice of Shaheed Zia.

Shikder said the July struggle was directed not only against fascism but also against domination, urging awareness of cultural aggression and other forms of dominance. He said long-standing deprivation, resentment and aspirations for a justice-based state lay behind the movement. He also described 17 years of continuing political struggle and the 36-day quota reform movement as part of a wider demand for rights, justice and a discrimination-free state.

IIUC Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Mohammad Ali Azadi called for respect for public opinion and for ensuring good governance, accountability, rule of law, freedom of expression, media freedom and fundamental human rights. The programme included a victory rally, recollections, an unveiling of a July commemorative publication, a documentary screening and prayers. Shikder was honoured at the event.

Bangladesh Parliament’s Acting Speaker Barrister Kaiser Kamal called for a firm commitment to building a non-discriminatory Bangladesh opposed to imperialism and hegemony. He made the remarks on Wednesday as chief guest at a cultural programme titled “Songs of the Monsoon Revolution” at Manik Mia Avenue in the capital, marking the Victory Day of the July mass uprising. Kamal also paid deep respect to those killed and injured while fighting fascism.

The event was attended by Parliament Chief Whip Md Nurul Islam, Opposition Chief Whip Md Nahid Islam and Parliament Whip Ashraf Uddin Nizan as special guests. Nurul Islam said participants should not deviate from the goals of the victory revolution and should ensure that young people’s dreams are not trampled. He said the monsoon revolution should be held in people’s hearts.

Whip ABM Ashraf Uddin Nizan called for unity in confronting any national crisis and vigilance so that no one can become fascist in the future. Nahid Islam called for continued struggle to build a non-discriminatory Bangladesh and remembered the July martyrs. NCP leaders, lawmaker Hasnat Abdullah and other speakers pledged to build a changed Bangladesh regardless of differences of opinion.

A three-day photography exhibition titled “July Is Not Over Yet” opened at the opposition leader’s residence on Mintoo Road in the capital to mark the second anniversary of the July mass uprising. Opposition leader and Jamaat-e-Islami ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman formally inaugurated the exhibition on Wednesday afternoon, August 5, 2026. The opening-day display continued until 8pm.

The exhibition is intended to preserve memories of the July movement, present the sacrifices of martyrs to younger generations, and document the movement’s history. It features many rare images from the July mass uprising. A large number of visitors viewed the exhibition on its first day. Professor Dilara Chowdhury, party secretary general Mia Golam Porwar, other party leaders, lawmakers and members of civil society attended the opening.

Dr Shafiqur Rahman said the events of two years ago had earned a special place in history and should be known by people from children to young adults. He said such initiatives could help people better understand the movement’s sacrifices. He also reiterated a commitment to stand beside injured people and martyrs’ families. The exhibition is scheduled to continue from 11am to 8pm on Thursday and Friday.

Cricketer Shakib Al Hasan’s home in Magura was vandalised and its steel gate set on fire after he allegedly spoke at a virtual event with Sheikh Hasina, according to police. The incident took place on the night of August 5, when an agitated crowd arrived on several motorcycles, threw bricks and stones, and damaged the property before using petrol to ignite the gate.

Magura Sadar police station officer-in-charge Abdul Al Mamun said the attack occurred at about 9:30pm. Police went to the scene immediately after receiving the report, and the situation is now normal, he said.

Shakib was elected a member of parliament from the Magura-1 constituency in 2024 as an Awami League candidate. The report also states that a murder case related to the July movement has been filed against him in Dhaka. It does not identify the attackers, specify the extent of damage, or report any arrests in connection with the incident.

Prime Minister’s adviser and office spokesperson Mahdi Amin called for stronger national unity to prevent the resurgence of what he described as fugitive fascist forces. In a Facebook post on the night of August 5, marking the second anniversary of the July mass uprising, he said the 2024 uprising ended fascist rule and opened a new democratic path for Bangladesh.

Amin said the sacrifices and struggle of BNP leaders and activists over more than a decade helped create the background for the uprising, while pro-democracy forces rose above narrow political identities. He said an undesirable distance is now visible within that unity, but argued that people can question one another, offer constructive criticism and disagree respectfully. He described the uprising’s real strength as the spontaneous, united participation of people from all sections of society.

He said thousands were killed during the July-August uprising and at least 30,000 were injured. Amin also said transparent and impartial trials for past human rights violations would establish the rule of law. He stated that the government is supporting martyrs’ families and injured people, while work on the 31-point programme, election manifesto, July Charter and constitutional reforms is continuing.

Thousands gathered at Manik Mia Avenue in Dhaka for the “Barsha Biplober Gaan” concert despite light drizzle, as organisers marked the victory day of the July mass uprising on Wednesday. The event was organised by the Monsoon Cultural Alliance, which is affiliated with the National Citizen Party. Attendance grew through the afternoon, with a large crowd reported by evening.

Rain fell intermittently from midday, but people of different ages and backgrounds, including young attendees, women and children, came to hear the performances. Some used umbrellas while others stood in the rain. The national anthem was played at about 3:55pm, followed by an opening performance by Riaz Morshed, member secretary of Jatiya Sramik Shakti, and his group.

Shironamhin, Ark (Hasan), Artcell, Arbovirus, AvoidRafa, Parsa, Sejan, Kureghor and Asif Akbar performed at the concert. Acting Speaker Barrister Kaiser Kamal was named chief guest, while Whip Nur-e-Alam and opposition chief whip Nahid Islam were named special guests. Organisers said the free event aimed to celebrate the spirit of liberation, unity and protest through music.