The verdict in the widely discussed gang rape case at Sylhet’s MC College dormitory will be announced on July 14, five years after the incident. The decision was set by Judge Swapan Kumar Sarkar of the Sylhet Speedy Trial Tribunal following the completion of arguments from both prosecution and defense. The case involves members of a banned faction of the student organization Chhatra League, accused of assaulting a newlywed woman after tying up her husband.

According to court sources, the case was transferred from the Women and Children Tribunal to the Speedy Trial Tribunal in May of the previous year, where testimony from 24 witnesses was recorded. The witnesses included the victim, her husband, the investigating officer, a magistrate, and medical experts. DNA tests matched evidence with six of the eight accused. The prosecution expressed some dissatisfaction over inconsistencies in the plaintiff’s testimony.

The case stems from a 2020 incident when the couple was attacked near MC College, and the woman was assaulted inside the dormitory. Police and RAB arrested the suspects within three days, and a charge sheet was filed in December 2021.

A second robbery within 24 hours occurred in the haor area of Itna upazila in Kishoreganj on Wednesday night. The incident took place near the Bogadubi canal adjacent to the Borshikura-Sherpur bridge in Badla Union. Victim Sadoranjan Das, a resident of Jatrabari village in Shalla upazila of Sunamganj, said he and two others were traveling by boat to buy ducklings in Damiha area of Tarail upazila when seven helmeted men armed with local weapons stopped their boat. The robbers allegedly took cooking utensils, engine parts, two mobile phones, and Tk 75,000 in cash.

A local guard, Ful Mia, said he heard cries for help from a boat and found two frightened men, later taking them to Borshikura market. Resident Rumel Mia added that locals pursued the robbers by boat, but they escaped toward Elongjuri Union under cover of darkness. Itna Police Station Officer-in-Charge Habibullah Khan stated that no written complaint had been received yet and that legal action would follow upon receiving one.

Rapid Action Battalion (RAB)-6 has arrested Khabir Molla, identified as the leader of the notorious Khabir gang and one of Khulna’s top criminals, during a special operation in the Gazirhat area under Dighalia Police Station on Wednesday evening. The arrest took place around 5:20 p.m. as part of RAB’s regular anti-crime drive. Law enforcers recovered a one-shooter gun, two rounds of fresh ammunition, and a Chinese axe from his possession, which were seized in the presence of witnesses following legal procedures.

According to RAB, Khabir Molla, aged 47 and son of Kawsar Molla from Jangushia village in Dighalia, has long been involved in professional robbery and terrorist activities. Police records show that he faces 13 cases across Khulna and Narail districts, including charges of murder, arms possession, and robbery.

RAB stated that a case under the Arms Act has been filed against him at Dighalia Police Station, and he is being handed over for further legal action. The agency affirmed that similar operations will continue to bring armed criminals and major suspects under the law.

A church under construction in Subhasgram’s Buri Bottola area of Sonarpur, West Bengal, was attacked and vandalized by a group of about 100 people on July 9, 2026. The attackers allegedly broke into the building, damaged pillars, and destroyed three crosses on the roof. Members of the small Christian community said they were also threatened during the assault. Witnesses reported that the incident occurred while painting work was underway inside the church.

The attackers reportedly identified themselves as members of the Hindu Jagaran Manch and accused local Christians of converting people with financial inducements, a claim denied by the victims. The church belongs to the Presbyterian Church of India and serves 116 members from around 50 families. Police detained three suspects and filed a case under charges of trespassing, damage, and criminal intimidation. Authorities said the situation is now calm.

Christian leader Herod Mallik announced that a delegation had visited the site and called for a protest rally on July 14. The incident has sparked political controversy, with the CPI(M) accusing the ruling BJP of fostering communal tensions in the state.

A student of Green University, Manjurul Islam Hasib, died early Thursday at Green Life Hospital in Dhaka after being assaulted in Tongi, Gazipur. The incident occurred on Tuesday night near Jamtala Road adjacent to Salam’s brickfield gate in the Paghar area, reportedly following a dispute between two groups. Hasib, aged 25, was attacked with sharp weapons during the clash and later succumbed to his injuries.

Two others, Akash (25) and Imran Hasan Onik (24), were also injured in the same incident. Locals said the altercation began around 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday when Hasib’s group and that of Jobayer Hossain, son of Ayat Ali, engaged in a heated argument that escalated into violence. Police have arrested Jobayer Hossain, 45, in connection with the case and sent him to the Gazipur court.

According to Tongi East Police Station Inspector (Investigation) Md. Zillur Rahman, Hasib’s body has been sent to the morgue for autopsy. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Flight instructor Leandro Andrés Bertazzo, 42, died after jumping out of a moving Cessna 150 aircraft during a training flight in Toledo, central Argentina, on Saturday, according to the country’s public prosecutor. The incident left his 22-year-old student, identified as Rosario, to land the plane alone. CNN affiliate TN reported that before jumping, Bertazzo told Rosario, “You know what you have to do, carry on,” then removed his headset and seatbelt, opened the door, and exited the aircraft. Rosario managed to land safely despite being in complete shock.

Eduardo Álvarez, director of the Flying Parrot Córdoba flight school where Bertazzo worked, said there had been no signs that the instructor intended to jump. He described Bertazzo as a “beautiful person with a great smile” and expressed disbelief over the event. Álvarez noted that opening a plane door midair is extremely difficult, comparing it to opening a car door at 200 kilometers per hour. Bertazzo had flown earlier that day with another student and was known as an experienced instructor who had also worked in Chile.

Prosecutors have launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding Bertazzo’s death.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested in Chandiber Madhya Para under Bhairab Police Station in Kishoreganj after allegedly raping a six-year-old girl. The arrest followed an immediate response from the national emergency service 999. The incident occurred when the child went to play at the boy’s house, where he allegedly assaulted her in the absence of his parents. Neighbors and the victim’s mother rushed in after hearing her screams and found her injured.

According to 999’s media and public relations officer, Inspector Anwar Sattar, the emergency call was received on Wednesday. The call taker, Constable Farzana, and dispatcher, SI Abdul Mannan, coordinated with Bhairab police to ensure prompt action. Police arrived quickly, sent the victim for medical treatment, and detained the accused with local assistance.

The victim’s mother filed a case following the incident. The arrested teenager was presented before court, which ordered his transfer to the Gazipur Juvenile Correction Center.

A young man named Siam Muktar Bhuiyan, aged 20, died on Thursday morning while undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after being injured in a clash between two groups over a land dispute in Araihazar, Narayanganj. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on Wednesday in front of Chapra Mosque at Laskaradi village under Brahmandi Union. At least fifteen people were injured in the confrontation.

Police and local sources reported that the conflict stemmed from a long-standing land dispute between two relatives, Matin (50) and Delwar (48). A local arbitration held a few days earlier failed to resolve the issue, leading to renewed tension and violence. Siam, who had recently returned from abroad, was among those injured and later succumbed to his injuries.

According to police, the clash was primarily caused by the ongoing land dispute. Araihazar Police Station’s investigation officer Ripon Kumar stated that legal action is being taken and the situation is currently under control, though local tension remains high.

A Dhaka court has sentenced former Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) junior license inspector and consultant HM Rashed Sarkar to five years of rigorous imprisonment for taking bribes. The verdict was delivered on Thursday afternoon by Judge Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun of the Dhaka Fifth Special Judge Court.

Following the announcement, the prosecution expressed satisfaction, stating that the ruling set an example for similar cases. In contrast, the defense expressed dissatisfaction and announced plans to appeal the verdict in a higher court.

The case highlights ongoing judicial actions against corruption within government and regulatory agencies, with both sides preparing for the next legal steps.

A local government engineer in Shariatpur’s Naria upazila has accused a BNP leader of assault and death threats inside the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) office. The incident allegedly occurred on June 2, when Motiur Rahman Sagar, the organizational secretary of Naria upazila BNP, entered the office and became angry after learning that the upazila engineer was away inspecting road work. He allegedly made offensive remarks, grabbed assistant engineer Toufiqul Islam by the collar, slapped him, and threatened further violence. Other staff members intervened to control the situation.

According to the general diary filed more than a month later, Sagar also warned that if any legal action was taken, he would return to assault the officer again. The complaint states that the incident has caused fear and insecurity among office staff. Toufiqul Islam said he filed the report later to ensure personal and workplace safety. Police confirmed receiving the online complaint and said an investigation is underway to determine necessary legal steps.

A man named Ismail Hossain, aged 35, died after being struck by lightning while fishing in Singra upazila of Natore district on Thursday morning. The incident occurred around 7 a.m. in the southern field of Munshi Bashbaria village under Italy Union. Ismail was the younger son of the late Kamil Uddin from the same village.

According to family sources, Ismail went fishing in the rain when lightning struck him, leaving him seriously injured. Locals immediately rescued him and started for Singra Upazila Health Complex, but he died before reaching the hospital. The officer-in-charge of Singra Police Station, Rafiqul Islam, confirmed the death caused by lightning.

The report highlights the fatal incident as part of ongoing weather-related hazards in the region, though no further details on local conditions or official warnings were provided.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 296 individuals in a 24-hour regular operation across various areas of the capital. The arrests were made as part of ongoing drives against crime and illegal activities, with 46 cases filed during the same period. The information was confirmed on Thursday morning, July 9, 2026, by Additional Deputy Commissioner Niaz Mehdi of the DMP Media and Public Relations Department.

According to the DMP, arrests were made in several zones including Ramna, Lalbagh, Wari, Motijheel, Tejgaon, Mirpur, Gulshan, Uttara, and by the Detective Branch. Police recovered 132 kilograms of cannabis, 14,765 yaba tablets, 2 grams of heroin, and various items such as vehicles, mobile phones, and locally made weapons. The operation also led to the seizure of explosive materials including a cocktail and petrol-filled bottles.

Authorities stated that legal actions are underway against the detainees, and the DMP continues its efforts to curb drug trafficking and illegal arms possession in Dhaka.

A Bangladeshi expatriate named Md. Mahfuzul Haque was shot dead while delivering food in Philadelphia, United States. The incident occurred on Tuesday night in the Kingsessing area around 9:30 p.m. local time. Police arrived at the 1000 block of South Ethan Street after receiving reports of gunfire and found Mahfuzul lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to the back of his head. His car was still running, and a delivery bag was found nearby. He was taken to a hospital, where doctors declared him dead around 10 p.m.

Investigators recovered two shell casings from the scene and believe the victim was shot at close range. Police suspect the killing was targeted or planned. Three individuals dressed in black and wearing masks have been identified as suspects, though their images have not yet been released. Officers also discovered that the address where Mahfuzul was delivering food had not placed any order.

A food bag was found about one block away, but authorities have not confirmed whether it is connected to the murder.

Police in Dhaka’s Mohammadpur area arrested seven individuals, including a man identified as top criminal ‘Kutta Faruk,’ during a late-night operation on Wednesday. The arrests took place in the Shekhertek area as the group allegedly prepared for a robbery and an attack on police informants. Officers recovered machetes, samurai swords, and several other locally made sharp weapons from the suspects.

According to police, the group led by Faruk had planned to rob a poultry farm and retaliate against informants following the recent arrests of two local gang leaders, Billal Hossain alias Vaista Billal and Moura Sohel. Authorities also alleged that hired criminals from Shariatpur and Madaripur were brought in to assist in the planned attacks.

Following the arrests, local residents and victims gathered at the scene, expressing frustration that many detainees often secure bail quickly and return to criminal activities. Police said legal action has been initiated against the arrested individuals.

Police in Savar recovered the body of Babul, known locally as Kana Babul, a 55-year-old man accused in multiple criminal cases, from his residence in Dilkusha Bagh early Wednesday night. Officers from Savar Model Police Station took the body to the station before sending it for autopsy at Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital in Dhaka.

According to police sources, Babul had recently been released on bail after a long period in custody. Investigators said he locked his room from inside and allegedly took his own life by hanging on Wednesday evening. Neighbors discovered the hanging body around 11 p.m. after breaking open the door and informed the police.

Reliable sources indicated that Babul was accused in numerous cases, including murder, robbery, mugging, and drug-related offenses, such as the killing of a night guard at Razzak Plaza near Savar bus stand.