For the first time, the Bangladesh Coast Guard tugboat ‘BCGIT Promotta’ and its crew have received a Certificate of Appreciation from the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The award recognizes their immediate fire control and rescue of 48 crew members during a severe blaze on the MT Banglar Sourav tanker off the coast of Chattogram last year. Despite harsh weather and strong currents, ‘Promotta’ took effective environmental protection measures, earning international acclaim for courage and professionalism. This achievement is regarded as a proud milestone for Bangladesh.





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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has firmly stated that while Lebanon hopes for peaceful coexistence with Israel, there are no plans to normalize diplomatic relations. “Peace simply means the absence of war, but normalization is not part of Lebanon’s foreign policy,” he emphasized. Aoun also called for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from disputed border points still under occupation and accused Israel of repeatedly violating its ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. He reiterated Lebanon’s commitment to maintaining exclusive state control over all weapons in the country.

The Palestinian Health Ministry and Al Jazeera have reported that 20-year-old American Saifollah Musallet was killed in a brutal attack by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. Musallet, who had traveled from Florida to visit his family, was viciously beaten to death in the northern West Bank town of Sinjel near Ramallah. Another Palestinian, Mohammad Shalabi, was shot at the scene. While the U.S. State Department has confirmed the incident, it has not provided further details. Human rights activists accuse Israeli settlers of regularly attacking, looting, and setting fire to Palestinian villages in the West Bank.





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Legal Adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul has assured swift justice and exemplary punishment for those involved in the brutal public murder of businessman Sohag at Mitford Hospital. In a Facebook post on Saturday, he revealed that five suspects have already been arrested and the case will be sent to a speedy trial tribunal. Sohag was attacked with knives and stones on the evening of July 9 in Rajani Ghosh Lane. The violent incident’s video spread widely on social media, sparking outrage.

An Air India Boeing 787 en route from Ahmedabad to London crashed just three seconds after takeoff when fuel supply to both engines was abruptly cut off, killing all 260 people onboard. India’s aviation authority’s preliminary report revealed that both engine fuel switches unexpectedly shifted from “on” to “off”—an anomaly unlikely to happen unintentionally.

Cockpit voice recordings captured a pilot questioning the unexpected fuel cutoff. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with no official technical recommendations issued so far. Among the dead were regular passengers and residents of a nearby medical hostel. Air India has pledged full support to affected families.

At least 120 people have died in flash floods that devastated Texas Hill Country, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to visit the affected areas on Friday. While praising local and federal relief efforts, Trump faced criticism over a lack of early warnings and inadequate emergency preparedness.

Concerns have been raised over federal budget cuts and emergency response gaps before the floods. As of now, 160 people remain missing, including 36 children. The state government plans to convene a special session to address both relief efforts and a full investigation.

Saima Wazed Putul, WHO Regional Director for Southeast Asia and daughter of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has been placed on indefinite leave amid corruption allegations. The decision comes four months after Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) filed two cases against her for fraud, forgery, and abuse of power.

In an internal email, WHO leadership announced that Katharina Bohm will serve as acting regional director. Putul’s appointment had previously drawn criticism for alleged favoritism, falsified academic records, and questions over her fundraising practices for the Shuchona Foundation, which reportedly secured $2.8 million in donor funds.

Bangladesh’s Attorney General AM Asaduzzaman has claimed that the abolition of the 13th constitutional amendment marked the destruction of democracy and the judiciary in the country. He stated that the verdict led to widespread extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances.

Speaking at a conference, Asaduzzaman also highlighted the importance of environmental law and climate justice, stating that environmental degradation poses significant risks to human life.

In a joint statement following the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting, member states reaffirmed their support for Myanmar’s efforts to establish peace, stability, and the rule of law in Rakhine State. The statement emphasized the importance of the safe, dignified, and voluntary repatriation of displaced persons and welcomed ongoing bilateral efforts between Myanmar and Bangladesh.

ASEAN also expressed its continued commitment to assisting in the repatriation process through proposed project implementations and called on the Secretary-General to identify areas where the bloc can play a more active role.

Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology has permanently expelled student Rubaiyed Ferdous Alvi following allegations of making offensive comments about the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Alvi, a 2020-21 Electronics and Telecommunication department student, sparked outrage among peers after posting objectionable remarks on social media, prompting student protests. An investigation confirmed the allegations, leading to his temporary suspension and subsequent permanent expulsion. Alvi may appeal the decision within 15 days. He had prior disciplinary issues related to misconduct and drug use.

Students at Rajshahi University staged a protest march condemning the brutal beating and stabbing murder of a businessman at Mitford Hospital in the capital city. The demonstrators rallied against terrorism and extortion, raising slogans denouncing violence.

Leaders of the anti-discrimination student movement declared that no matter which political party terrorists belong to, they must not be shielded. Similarly, the Democratic Student Alliance held a march and assembly demanding swift justice for the killing.

Speakers at the protests urged authorities to ensure a speedy trial and pledged to prevent any political party in the country from resorting to acts of terrorism.

The Ganosamhati Andolon has strongly condemned the brutal murder of scrap dealer Md. Sohag in Old Dhaka’s Mitford area. The party criticized the government’s failure to maintain law and order and called for immediate and exemplary punishment of the perpetrators. Leaders stressed that such acts of terror and political violence cannot be allowed to persist in Bangladesh and must be addressed urgently.

Illegal sand extraction has resumed at night along the Meghna River in Kodalpur Union, Gosairhat Upazila, Shariatpur, causing significant land erosion. Around 100 acres of farmland and riverbank areas have already been washed away, threatening local homes and agriculture. Despite a recent promise by sand miners to halt operations, activities restarted three weeks ago. Residents live in fear of further damage and violence when reporting the issue. Authorities, including the army and police, have been alerted and plan to take strict action soon.

In an ambitious effort to combat environmental degradation, Savar Upazila Administration has launched a landmark initiative titled “Let Savar Thrive in Green, Let Thousands of Dreams Fly in the Blue Sky”, aiming to plant 100,000 trees in a single day.

The program includes planting fruit-bearing, medicinal, and forest trees across 12 unions, educational institutions, roadsides, and private lands. Senior government officials, including the Environmental Adviser, Divisional Commissioner, and District Commissioner, will attend the event. The initiative is expected to play a critical role in addressing deforestation, pollution, and climate change in the area. A mobile environmental team will oversee maintenance and raise awareness, while mobile courts will be used to crack down on illegal brick kilns and polluting factories. A long-term environmental action plan is also in development.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has pledged to modernize Bangladesh’s broadcasting systems—including cable TV digitization, TRP services, and OTT platforms—with public interest at the core of its efforts.

At a ministry meeting, Adviser Md. Mahfuz Alam emphasized the need for coordination between the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology. He stressed the importance of a comprehensive tech evaluation plan to guide licensing, monitoring, and monetization of digital media. Additional remarks from Faiz Ahmed Tayyab echoed the urgency of creating a technology assessment framework that keeps broadcasting systems up-to-date and public-friendly.