Milestone School and College has extended its holiday for the third time after a tragic military plane crash on its Diyabari campus. The incident, which killed 33 people and injured over 150, led to an initial three-day closure, later extended to July 27, and now until August 2. Administrative activities will continue during the closure. Officials have communicated with students and guardians, who are eager to resume normal classes soon. The institution hopes to reopen for regular educational activities shortly.

The government has approved the 10th grade pay scale for headteachers of all 65,502 government primary schools in Bangladesh. This decision follows a Supreme Court directive and aims to improve financial benefits and social status for headteachers. Previously, they were in the 11th and 12th grade scales. The move is expected to boost motivation, enhance teaching quality, and ensure a more dynamic education system at the primary level. An official notification has already been issued by the Ministry of Finance.

The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement has issued a stark warning, stating that a repeat of the July uprising is possible if constitutional institutions, including the Public Service Commission (PSC), are not allowed to function independently.

In a public statement on Monday, the group declared: “If institutions like the PSC are not allowed autonomy, another July will descend upon us. Repeating Hasina's mistakes could be catastrophic.”

Inaugurating a week-long virtual event in Chattogram, Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam emphasized the critical role the port city played in the July uprising. “The July revolution was not limited to Dhaka—Chattogram was one of its most important strongholds. It was our pride,” he said.

At the same event, Shafiul Alam, father of martyred Waseem Akram, expressed deep disappointment: “This government, built on the blood of martyrs, has failed to deliver justice to their killers. Even today, the July Charter has not been officially recognized. We no longer expect justice from this government.”

Families of several martyrs—Waseem Akram, Faisal Ahmed Shanto, Mohammad Farooq, Ishmamul Haque, and Omar Farooq—were present during the program.

Power Grid Company of Bangladesh PLC has announced a five-hour power outage on August 1 in three northern districts due to scheduled project work.

The shutdown will affect the Purbosadipur Grid Substation from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM. As a result, power will be disrupted in parts of Dinajpur under NESCO Distribution-1 and 2, all areas under Dinajpur Rural Electricity Association-1, and throughout the Thakurgaon and Panchagarh districts.

The Power Grid authority has apologized for the temporary inconvenience and urged residents to plan accordingly.

Dr. Ali Riaz has announced that the commission is close to finalizing the much-anticipated July Charter, which outlines major reforms in Bangladesh’s political structure. “We expect to reach the final stage within the next two to three days through continued discussions,” he said at the start of today’s meeting.

So far, consensus has been reached on 12 key issues, with dissent noted on two. “Fundamental reforms are essential for the state structure, especially regarding the caretaker government system,” Riaz added. “We must present a concrete framework to the nation to avoid repeating past political crises.”

Riaz stated that the final document will be a historic declaration, signed by all stakeholders, which will guide the future direction of Bangladesh.

Preparations for the upcoming national elections are well underway, with a second high-level meeting held under the leadership of the Chief Adviser, according to Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam.

During the meeting, officials emphasized strengthening coordination between the army, police, and local administration. The Inspector General of Police stated that 150,000 officers will receive election-specific training in September, October, and November.

The press secretary also addressed the growing spread of misinformation ahead of the elections. To combat this, a National Information Center is being proposed to identify and counter false narratives. Detailed discussions are ongoing regarding its implementation.

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.