With the current Ganges water-sharing treaty between India and Bangladesh set to expire next year, India is pushing for a revised agreement that would allow it to draw an additional 30,000 to 35,000 cusecs of water during the dry season (March 11 – May 11).

Under the existing treaty, both countries are entitled to 35,000 cusecs every 10 days during this period. Citing agricultural demands, India—along with support from the West Bengal state government—is seeking to increase its share, according to The Economic Times.

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) Reform Unity Council has officially withdrawn its shutdown program following a high-level meeting with the Ministry of Finance.

At the June 26 meeting, three key decisions were made: the full withdrawal of the shutdown and march-to-NBR programs, reconsideration of recent transfer orders for two NBR officials, and a follow-up meeting on July 1 to discuss amendments to the Revenue Policy and Management Ordinance 2025.

The interim government has declared August 8 as “New Bangladesh Day” and August 5 as “July Uprising Day,” marking the fall of the Awami League regime. In response, Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the Inqilab Manch, warned, “If the government observes August 8, we will observe it nationwide as ‘Revolution Betrayal Day.’”

A photo showed Hadi holding a red card, symbolizing dissent.

Legal adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul has announced that the Ministry of Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs is preparing to withdraw at least 20,000 false or politically motivated cases within the next six months.

He noted that around 12,000 cases have already been recommended for withdrawal, affecting the lives of over 300,000 people. An inter-ministerial committee led by Dr. Nazrul has held 16 meetings up to May 28, recommending the withdrawal of 11,448 such cases.

Malaysia's Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has confirmed the arrest of 36 Bangladeshi nationals in connection with terrorism-related offenses. The arrests were made during a three-phase security operation launched on April 24 in the Selangor and Johor states.

Of those detained, five individuals have been formally charged with terrorism offenses, while 15 others are set to be deported. The remaining 16 are currently under investigation for alleged ties to the extremist group ISIS.

The Minister emphasized that Malaysia will take a zero-tolerance approach toward any attempt to use the country as a base or transit point for extremist activities.

Many young Rohingya men sheltering in refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar are expressing readiness to take up arms and return to Myanmar.
“We will not stay here. We will go back to Myanmar. We will fight alongside the Arakan Army. We want independence,” said one Rohingya youth in the camps.
Another young man stated that both the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA) and the Rohingya Solidarity Organization (RSO) are working together “for the cause of jihad.”
According to testimonies, at least four groups are actively recruiting and inciting refugees to join armed rebellion or “holy war.” These groups are ARSA, RSO, the Islamic Mahaz, and the Arakan Rohingya Army.
This growing unity among Rohingya factions preparing for armed resistance has raised alarm among international observers, including the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

Speaking at the opening of Social Business Day, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus said all nations must act to change the world before it reaches the brink of destruction. “Bangladesh wants to build a beautiful world, not a depressing one,” Yunus declared. He described Social Business Day as a family reunion, noting that previous governments had opposed the celebration. This year’s event was the first since August 5. Yunus also stressed that social business is the only way to ensure universal healthcare and called for an education system built on teaching people how to dream. He said Grameen University will help build a new civilization.

The Tehran Times has reported that Israel planned to stage a destructive attack within the United States and falsely implicate Iran to sway American public opinion in favor of military action. Iranian officials said they uncovered the plot after receiving intelligence from an allied nation. According to the report, Tehran warned U.S. authorities and helped prevent the planned explosion.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused the International Atomic Energy Agency of publishing a deliberately politicized and alarmist report under pressure from Western powers. He claimed the document was intended to give Israel a pretext for military action against Iran. Lavrov said the proposal was drafted amid intense lobbying from the UK, France, Germany, and later the United States. He further argued the report contained vague language that Western nations exploited for their own interests. Notably, the IAEA Board of Governors adopted an anti-Iran resolution on June 12, and Israel launched military strikes the following day.

Washington is prepared to offer Iran a package of significant incentives in exchange for halting uranium enrichment altogether. According to CNN, the United States could provide $30 billion in support for civilian nuclear energy production, lift sanctions on Tehran, and return frozen Iranian funds. Despite the recent flare-up of hostilities between Iran and Israel, American and Middle Eastern officials have held behind-the-scenes talks with Iranian representatives over the past two weeks. Last Friday, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff met with Gulf allies at the White House to discuss the proposal. The main condition: Iran must reduce uranium enrichment to zero.

A critical shortage of locomotives has severely disrupted train services in Bangladesh’s Eastern Railway Zone. With only two-thirds of the daily engine requirement being met, many trains are delayed, canceled, or stalled mid-journey due to engine failures. Outdated locomotives and delayed procurement have worsened the crisis. Railway authorities are now working on importing 30 new engines and initiating long-term repairs. Until resolved, passengers are facing increasing uncertainty and service interruptions across key routes, including Chattogram, Dhaka, and Cox’s Bazar.

A Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight en route to Singapore returned to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport shortly after takeoff due to an engine malfunction.

According to airport authorities, the issue was detected after the aircraft reached an altitude of 2,500 feet, prompting an immediate return to the airport. The flight landed safely with 154 passengers and seven crew members onboard. All were reported to be safe and unharmed.

Authorities stated that a technical review is underway, and further decisions regarding the flight will be made accordingly.

A two-day program marking Social Business Day has commenced, bringing together leaders and entrepreneurs engaged in social business from around the world. The event is jointly organized by the Yunus Centre and Grameen Group, and will be inaugurated by Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus.

This year’s theme is: “The Most Effective Way to Ensure Healthcare for All is Through Social Business.” The event aims to address global disparities and limitations in sectors like healthcare, and to promote a sustainable, equitable, and humane value system.

The program features five plenary sessions and eight breakout sessions, with participation from over 1,000 delegates, including more than 180 international guests from 25 countries.

Iran has not made any decision to resume nuclear talks with the United States, said Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, dismissing claims made by former U.S. President Donald Trump.

“There are currently no indirect talks with the U.S.,” said Araghchi. “Even when the U.S. supported Israeli attacks on Iran and directly bombed our nuclear sites, they were still attempting negotiations.”

He added, “They tried to lure us into giving up our national rights. In times of crisis, they enabled Zionist aggression and pushed us toward war. During negotiations, they betrayed diplomacy. These experiences will guide Iran’s decisions regarding any future nuclear talks.”

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz revealed that the country had considered targeting Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during recent military escalations, but found no viable opportunity. When asked whether the U.S. had been consulted, Katz said, "We do not require U.S. approval for such actions." In response, Khamenei declared that Israel’s "fake Zionist regime has been defeated in war" and claimed Iran has "slapped the U.S. in the face."