A sudden fire alarm disrupted the National Consensus Commission meeting held at the Foreign Service Academy, causing political leaders to evacuate in haste. The session was temporarily suspended by Commission Vice Chair Professor Ali Riaz. The alarm was later attributed to cigarette smoke, and no actual fire was detected. This incident followed the earlier walkout by the BNP during the day’s proceedings.

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has issued a direct threat to assassinate Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and warned of renewed strikes on Iranian territory. Iran has yet to officially respond. Earlier, Donald Trump remarked that while Khamenei is a vulnerable target, the U.S. had no immediate plans to remove him.

Following Israel's withdrawal from ceasefire and hostage negotiations with Hamas, former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that it is now up to Israel to decide its next steps. Speaking ahead of a meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Trump noted that Hamas has become increasingly uncooperative in talks. He emphasized the critical need to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. Meanwhile, the United Nations has called for a significant increase in food aid to the besieged territory.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to call an emergency cabinet meeting next week, with Gaza likely to top the agenda, according to government sources. Although Parliament is in summer recess until September 1, the urgency of the Gaza situation may prompt an early session. Recognition of the Palestinian state is expected to be a central issue. Starmer recently stated that the UK would only recognize Palestine as part of a final peace agreement—a stance that has disappointed many within his own Labour Party, who favor swift recognition akin to France.

All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) President Asaduddin Owaisi has strongly criticized the detention of Bengali-speaking Muslims, calling it "illegal." He alleged that the central government is engaging in a systematic campaign to oppress minorities and marginalized communities.

Owaisi stated, "This government is strong against the weak and weak against the strong. Most of those detained are Indian citizens—construction workers, sanitation workers—poor people who cannot afford to fight back legally. The administration is exploiting their vulnerability."

He further added, “Arresting someone merely for speaking Bengali is unacceptable and illegal. Language-based arrests have no place in a democratic society.”
Owaisi also condemned the practice of deporting Indian Bengali Muslims under the guise of repatriating illegal Bangladeshi migrants, stating, “Sending thousands of Indian citizens away based on isolated incidents is not just unlawful—it’s inhumane.”

The United Arab Emirates and Jordan have conducted food airdrops over Gaza, delivering 25 tons of aid between Saturday and Sunday. Footage shows parachutes carrying supplies over Khan Younis. While the origin of all the aid items hasn't been fully verified, reports suggest that Israel continues using food as a weapon in its siege on Gaza, further worsening the humanitarian crisis.

Al-Azhar University, under the direction of Grand Imam Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, has sent its 11th humanitarian convoy to Gaza. The aid includes thousands of tons of food, medicine, baby formula, blankets, and 1,000 fully equipped tents. Dr. Al-Tayeb, also Director of Baitul Zakat and Sadaqah, issued a global call: “Strive with your wealth to support Palestine.” Those wishing to contribute can do so through Al-Azhar’s official charity, which ensures aid reaches Gaza directly.

KUET Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Md. Maksud Helali has announced that academic classes will resume on Tuesday after a five-month hiatus. The assurance came during a discussion on Sunday evening with department VPs and CRs. "I urge students to be patient and trust us. Permanent solutions can be achieved through dialogue," the VC said. KUET Teachers’ Association President Professor Dr. Shahidul Islam stated that decisions will be finalized based on the outcome of a scheduled meeting with the VC. Reports confirm that such a meeting has already taken place.

Sahil Farabi Ayan (14), a student injured in the recent military aircraft crash, has passed away while undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery. The incident occurred around 1:45 AM on Sunday. Ayan, a seventh-grade English medium student, had suffered 40% burns and was in the ICU. According to Dr. Shawon Bin Rahman, this brings the total death toll from the incident at the burn unit to 18, with one additional death reported at Dhaka Medical College Hospital.

Private school teachers and staff in Bangladesh will see a salary hike of up to BDT 7,000. According to the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE), the lowest-tier staff such as cleaners and ayas will receive an increase of up to BDT 500. Junior teachers will see an increase ranging from BDT 800 to BDT 1,000, while assistant teachers currently earning around BDT 12,500 will receive raises of BDT 1,200 to BDT 1,500. Senior assistant teachers could see an increase of BDT 2,000 to BDT 4,000, and in some cases up to BDT 5,000. Headteachers will receive a raise of around BDT 7,000. The decision will significantly increase government expenditure.

In a move approved by the President, the Election Commission Secretariat has transferred 71 election officials, most of whom are serving as Upazila or Thana-level election officers.

According to the official notification, the transferred officers must be released from their current posts by August 3. If not released by then, they will be considered officially released as of August 4.

Among the changes, the Assistant Director of the Election Training Institute in Dhaka has been appointed as Assistant Secretary at the Election Commission Secretariat. Additionally, the Election Officer of Cumilla Adarsha Sadar Upazila has been appointed as the new Assistant Director of the Election Training Institute in Dhaka.

Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus has reiterated his call for Malaysia to support Bangladesh’s efforts to gain membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

The appeal came during a meeting on Sunday with Nurul Izzah Anwar, Vice President of Malaysia’s People’s Justice Party. Both leaders expressed condolences over the recent tragic aviation accident.

Professor Yunus emphasized that Bangladesh is undergoing a reform process, stating, “Our students have risked their lives to overthrow the autocratic Hasina regime.” He added, “While much of Asia faces rapid aging, Bangladesh has a vibrant and youthful population. We invite investment in our industries and encourage exports from Bangladesh. Such cooperation will benefit both our economies.”

A four-member Bangladeshi delegation, led by Trade Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin, will travel to the United States on Monday evening to discuss newly imposed tariffs. Senior Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman confirmed that bilateral meetings will take place on July 29–30 in Washington, marking the third round of negotiations.

Previous discussions were positive, Rahman said, and hopes are high for a favorable outcome. He added that a final decision may be announced before August 1 and assured that any increase in U.S. imports will not negatively affect local consumers.

Global power management leader Eaton Corporation hosted ‘Customer Day 2025’ in Dhaka, unveiling three cutting-edge technologies aimed at boosting efficiency and sustainability in Bangladesh’s electricity sector. These innovations improve power quality by reducing wastage and carbon emissions, enabling smart substation upgrades with minimal investment. Experts from Eaton’s regional offices and local power authorities attended, emphasizing the benefits of lower costs, enhanced network stability, and support for renewable energy integration, marking a significant step toward a greener, more reliable power infrastructure.

Political parties in Bangladesh have agreed to limit a Prime Minister’s term to a maximum of 10 years, according to Professor Ali Riaz. There is also a consensus on establishing an independent police commission.

BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed reaffirmed his party's commitment to these reforms, emphasizing that no individual should hold the Prime Minister's post for more than a decade. He also advocated for embedding the process of appointing key constitutional positions—such as the Election Commission—within the constitution itself to ensure transparency and public trust.