Jahangirnagar University’s syndicate has declared July 15 as the university’s ‘Black Night,’ Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan announced after a syndicate meeting. Responding to student demands, the university has also withdrawn the names of four dormitories previously named after members of the Sheikh family. The halls—Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Hall, Sheikh Russel Hall, Sheikh Hasina Hall, and Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib Hall—will be renamed, with a structural committee formed to oversee the process.

Jahangirnagar University has temporarily expelled nine teachers and 289 students for their involvement in attacks on students during recent mass protests. The university’s special syndicate meeting, chaired by Vice-Chancellor Professor Kamrul Ahsan, made the decision at 3 AM on Monday. Additionally, a structured committee has been formed to review the actions of 10 other teachers. The university also decided to suspend the pensions of its former vice-chancellor and registrar, while two officials and one staff member have been temporarily dismissed.

‘Sada Dal,’ a nationalist teachers’ organization, has extended financial support to injured Dhaka University (DU) students from the July uprising. The assistance was provided during an Iftar gathering at the Faculty of Science Teachers’ Lounge on Monday.

Nine injured students and the families of two martyrs received financial aid. Among them were Fatema, the widow of martyr Kamal Mia, and Mosammat Hayatun Nesa, the mother of martyr Md. Saiful Islam.

Speaking at the event, Professor Dr. Morshed Hasan Khan, convener of ‘Sada Dal,’ stated, “We can never fully repay the debt of those who were killed or injured in the July revolution. Their sacrifices freed us from dictatorship, and we will always stand by them.”

Dhaka University has temporarily expelled 128 students for their involvement in attacks on protesters during the July Movement from July 15 to August 5. The decision was made in a syndicate meeting on March 17. An investigation committee, led by Professor Dr. Tajmeri S Islam, has been formed to determine further actions. The inquiry report also implicated several former students, recommending the cancellation of their academic certificates due to the severity of their offenses. The final decision will be based on the investigation’s findings.

The book ‘July: Homeland or Death’ was officially launched on Saturday, published by Prothoma. During the launch event, Advisor Asif Nazrul highlighted the book’s fluid narrative, courage, and emotional depth. Author Asif Mahmud admitted that due to its concise nature, some key figures of the movement were not extensively covered. He noted that summarizing the events of July within just 120 pages was a challenge but hinted at a more detailed version in future editions. Commentator Nahid Islam emphasized that the movement was a mass uprising fueled by spontaneous public participation, making it a significant historical event.

The International Crimes Tribunal has been authorized to seize evidence held by the Police Bureau of Investigation (PBI) in connection with the murder of Abu Sayeed, a student of Rokeya University who was shot dead during a mass uprising.

Barrister Moinul Karim confirmed that two cases related to Sayeed’s killing are pending in Rangpur, alongside an additional murder case filed at the International Crimes Tribunal. Investigators sought court approval to transfer relevant evidence from the previous cases to the tribunal, which has now been granted. The ruling is expected to accelerate the investigation.

An investigation into the attacks on student protesters at Dhaka University between July 15 and August 5 has identified 122 banned Chhatra League members involved in the violence. The report, submitted by Associate Professor Kazi Mahfuzul Islam Supon to Vice-Chancellor Professor Niaz Ahmed Khan, also highlighted that 70 teachers labeled students as Jamaat, Shibir, Chhatra Dal, or Razakar sympathizers during the unrest. Once approved by the syndicate, necessary actions will be taken against the identified individuals, including filing cases against those who are not affiliated with educational institutions.

Actress Shomi Kaiser has been granted interim bail in an attempted murder case linked to recent political unrest. She remains in Kashimpur Women’s Prison, but with no additional cases against her, there are no legal barriers to her release. The case alleges that on July 18, members of the Awami League, Jubo League, and Chhatra League launched an armed attack in Azampur, injuring multiple individuals, including businessman Ishtiaq Mahmud. The plaintiff claims that Shomi Kaiser was directly involved in the incident.

The CSS Foundation has officially released a list of madrasa students and Islamic scholars who were killed during the mass uprising against government forces in July. The list includes 42 names, along with their permanent addresses and verified details. Each entry was validated through direct communication with families and 19 essential verification documents. The foundation noted that additional names will be included after further research.

The National Sports Council has renamed the Women’s Sports Complex in memory of Ria Ghosh, a six-year-old girl killed by a stray bullet during the July Uprising. Additionally, the Roller Skating Complex near the National Stadium has been renamed “National Roller Skating Complex,” and the Tennis Complex in Ramna has been renamed “National Tennis Complex.” The National Sports Council Auditorium has also been rebranded, dropping the previous name of Sheikh Kamal.

The International Crimes Tribunal has directed investigators to submit a report by May 12 on the alleged massacre in Uttara during the recent mass uprising. The case involves nine accused individuals, including former mayor Atiqul Islam. Others named in the case include Shahinur Mia, Monowar Islam Chowdhury Robin, Abdullah Al Mamun Mondol, Bashir Uddin, and Delwar Hossain Rubel. Video footage has been used to identify the suspects and support allegations of direct involvement.

Two British retina specialists, Dr. Mahi Mukit and Dr. Niaz Islam, have arrived in Dhaka to provide medical treatment to those who suffered eye injuries during the July Uprising. They began treating patients at the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital on Saturday and will continue today, performing surgeries if necessary. Dr. Niaz Islam, a British citizen of Bangladeshi origin, noted that while local doctors have provided good treatment, many patients lack awareness and understanding of their conditions. The specialists are also focusing on counseling the patients.

Sumi Akhter, wife of martyr Selim Talukder from Nalchity, has given birth to a baby girl, bringing both joy and sorrow to the grieving family. Selim, a pro-democracy activist, was killed in the anti-discrimination movement on July 31 last year. Just three days later, on August 4, the couple’s first wedding anniversary passed in mourning. On August 8, Sumi discovered she was pregnant. This Saturday, their daughter was born via C-section, filling the fatherless home with new life.

Zahurul Alam Jasim, former councilor of Chattogram City Corporation, has been arrested in connection with nearly 18 cases, including the murders of Wasim Akram and Faisal Ahmed Shanto during the mass uprising. He had been in hiding but was apprehended from a luxurious residence in Bashundhara.

On July 16, during the protests, Jasim led an attack in Soloshohor and Muradpur areas, where members of the Awami League, Jubo League, Swechchhasebak League, and the banned Chhatra League assaulted students and civilians. Jasim, armed with firearms, opened fire, resulting in the deaths of Wasim Akram, Faisal Ahmed Shanto, and furniture businessman Md. Faruk. Additionally, 40 to 50 students sustained serious injuries in the attack.

The Ministry of Liberation War Affairs has published an updated list of “July Warriors,” adding 1,242 new names under the ‘Category G’ classification. The gazette includes their medical case IDs, names, parents’ names, and permanent addresses. Among the newly added individuals, 534 are from the Mymensingh division, and 708 are from the Sylhet division. The previous day, a gazette was issued for 772 injured fighters from Barishal under the same category. The government has classified July uprising victims into categories ‘A,’ ‘B,’ and ‘G’ for different levels of assistance. Earlier, on January 15, a list of 834 martyrs from the uprising was officially published.