A four-member delegation from Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami will participate in the July Declaration event, following an official invitation from the interim government.

The delegation will be led by Nayeb-e-Ameer and former MP Dr. Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher. Other members include Secretary Mia Ghulam Parwar, Maulana Rafiqul Islam Khan, and Hamidur Rahman Azad.

Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus will deliver the July Declaration speech at 5:00 PM at the South Plaza of the National Parliament.

To mark the first anniversary of the ouster of the former authoritarian government, over a hundred colorful helicopter-shaped balloons were released into the sky at Manik Mia Avenue.

Organizers stated the event was meant to commemorate the exact moment of Sheikh Hasina’s departure from power last year. The celebration peaked at 2:25 PM with the crowd chanting “No fear, only victory.”

The event was tightly secured and coordinated by volunteers, with each batch of balloons released in a structured, timely manner under the watchful eyes of the security forces.

Participants of the anti-discrimination movement blocked the railway tracks in Rajshahi on Tuesday after expressing dissatisfaction with the train allocated for their journey to Dhaka to attend the July Declaration event.

The disruption halted train services to and from Rajshahi for nearly an hour. Protesters argued that the designated special train was unsuitable for long-distance travel and would delay their arrival in Dhaka.

The movement later split into two groups: one boarded the assigned train, while the other opted for the Silk City Express to reach the capital.

Intense erosion of the Padma River has returned to Munshiganj’s Louhajang upazila, destroying riverbanks and threatening dozens of homes. Heavy rains and upstream flow have worsened the situation. Locals are demanding urgent action and faster completion of an embankment project that is only 48% complete. Over 50,000 families have lost land in the past 25 years due to similar erosion. Residents fear more devastation if protective measures are not implemented immediately, as many homes now stand within feet of the advancing river.

Ebrahim Azizi, Chairman of Iran’s Parliamentary Commission on National Security and Foreign Policy, has announced that Iran will not grant physical access to its nuclear facilities to any international organization. In a statement, he dismissed rumors circulating in the media about inspections by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Azizi confirmed that an IAEA delegation will visit Iran next week, but their discussions will be limited to technical and expert-level talks with Iranian officials only. “Under a law passed by the Iranian parliament, physical access to nuclear sites by international agencies is not permissible,” he added. “However, dialogue will continue.”

Kazem Gharibabadi, a senior Iranian official, has stated that lifting economic sanctions remains one of Iran’s key conditions for restarting negotiations with the United States.

Despite ongoing sanctions, he emphasized that Iran has managed to continue oil exports, saying, “Even under sanctions, we’ve found ways to sell our oil.”

Gharibabadi added:
“If the U.S. avoids returning to the negotiation table—or if talks proceed without lifting sanctions—it won’t be the end of the world. We must strengthen our economic foundations regardless.”
He stressed the need for international cooperation:
“We live in a globalized economy. Nations must engage with one another—especially with neighbors. There is enormous untapped potential both regionally and beyond.”

He concluded by saying that while lifting sanctions through diplomacy would be ideal, Iran will not tie all its options to negotiations, especially if the process is exploited.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, saying, “We want Israel to feed the people of Gaza. We are providing significant aid—mainly to ensure food reaches those who need it.”

Trump emphasized, “We don't want anyone starving or dying from hunger.”

On Friday, U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff visited Gaza to assess the operations of the controversial U.S.-backed Gaza Emergency Humanitarian Fund (GEHF). Trump praised his efforts, calling them “excellent.”

However, when asked whether he believes genocide is being committed in Gaza, Trump avoided answering. He claimed the U.S. has pledged $60 million in food assistance for Gaza, though various sources indicate that only around $3 million has been disbursed so far.

At 12:05 AM on Monday night, authorities opened all 16 sluice gates of the Kaptai Hydroelectric Dam in Rangamati as water levels exceeded the danger mark. Initially, seven gates were opened 6 inches each, later extending the same to all 16 gates.

This rapid release is channeling excess water into the Karnaphuli River. Officials assured downstream residents not to panic but to remain alert. They also confirmed prior public notification was issued before the water release.

On the anniversary of the July uprising, the government is organizing a day-long event titled “July Reawakening” at Manik Mia Avenue. Preparations for the main stage, sound, and lighting systems have been completed.

High-capacity CCTV cameras and extensive police and RAB deployments, in both uniform and plainclothes, have been arranged for security. The program will feature cultural performances, a drone show, and the formal reading of the July Declaration by the Chief Advisor at 5 PM, to be broadcast live by BTV. Due to expected crowds, traffic in the Parliament area and Manik Mia Avenue will be suspended.

The education system is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by technology. Tools like AI, digital classrooms, and smart learning software are making education more personalized, flexible, and accessible. Students can now learn at their own pace, get instant feedback, and explore lessons through interactive formats. Online schooling, homeschooling platforms, and AI-based assessments are reshaping traditional learning. These innovations also help teachers with evaluations and content creation. Experts believe future education will be more learner-centered, tech-driven, and universally accessible.

Adviser Asif Nazrul launched a scathing critique of former PM Sheikh Hasina, suggesting she deserves PhDs in neurology, psychology, and physical studies due to her behavior and governance. “She never understood the concept of a state,” he claimed.

Nazrul accused Hasina of orchestrating three fraudulent elections and denying people their voting rights for 15 years. He also blamed her for cultivating a “generation of liars” across public institutions. “Despite a strong constitution, a disastrous state was created,” he said, adding that citizens must reform themselves, citing Maldives and Tunisia as examples.

The Election Commission (EC) is considering empowering presiding officers with additional authority and assigning them personal security officers at polling centers. To improve electoral logistics and integrity, the EC has also issued seven key recommendations.

These include:

Ensuring proper transportation for presiding officers and their teams along with election materials.

Assigning one bodyguard per presiding officer.

Hiring one office assistant per center.

Coordinated deployment of all materials and staff.

Ensuring meals for polling officials.

Empowering presiding officers under Article 89(K) of the 1972 order.

Enabling real-time coordination via mobile apps with returning officers and EC control rooms.

Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus highlighted misuse of the elderly allowance program, alleging that many undeserving individuals received benefits through political favoritism. “This bias must end. Allowances must be distributed based solely on NID age data,” he said during a meeting with senior officials from the Department of Social Services at Jamuna.

The discussion focused on corruption, administrative weaknesses, and access challenges in the welfare system. The Chief Advisor urged the department to undertake urgent reforms, enhance transparency, and prioritize services for the elderly and girl children.

Gaibandha Sadar Assistant Commissioner (Land), Md. Jahangir Alam Babu, allegedly became enraged when a journalist addressed him as "bhai" (brother) instead of “sir” over the phone. The incident occurred when journalist Biplob Islam called the official to inquire about a land mutation correction.

Upon being addressed informally, the AC reportedly replied, “There’s no rule to call an AC ‘bhai’,” before hanging up. He later instructed the caller to learn how to properly address officials before calling again. Several others have also reported rude behavior from the same official. The Deputy Commissioner stated that the matter will be investigated and necessary action taken.

The government has slashed prices on coronary stents by nearly 50%, aiming to make heart disease treatment more affordable. The Health Ministry set new maximum retail prices for stents from Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Medtronic after expert recommendations. For example, Medtronic’s ‘Resolute Onyx’ stent price dropped from BDT 140,500 to BDT 90,000. Hospitals must display the updated price list and keep service charges under 5%. This move will reduce treatment costs in public and private hospitals, benefiting patients nationwide.