A large-scale clash erupted in New Delhi on Monday during the ‘Parliament Chalo’ march organized by the Cockroach Janata Party (CGP). According to reports, at least 118 police personnel, including senior officers, were injured, while around 70 protesters were detained for creating disorder and violence. The Delhi Police stated that demonstrators ignored restrictions, attacked law enforcement with stones and objects, and broke multiple barricades.

Authorities confirmed that among the injured were senior police officials such as special, joint, additional, and deputy commissioners, along with several female officers. Around 60 protesters were also reported injured. The violent crowd vandalized 15 to 20 government vehicles and caused extensive damage to public and private property. Delhi Police condemned the violence and announced strict legal action against those involved.

Police said cases are being filed under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and other relevant laws for rioting, obstructing official duties, attacking police, and damaging government property. Officials warned that no one involved in the unrest will be spared.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has pledged to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits the city in September for the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Mamdani said his administration would take the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant against Netanyahu very seriously, citing allegations of genocide in Gaza and crimes against humanity.

The statement drew sharp reactions from both the U.S. administration and Israel. The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office dismissed the ICC as an illegal court with no authority over Americans or Israelis, calling the warrant against Netanyahu completely false. U.S. President Donald Trump also posted on his Truth Social platform that Netanyahu would not be arrested while in the United States, though he did not mention Mamdani by name.

The exchange highlights growing tensions surrounding international accountability efforts and the political sensitivities of enforcing ICC warrants within U.S. jurisdiction.

In a column published on July 21, 2026, writer Kakon Reza criticized what he described as selective protests and attempts to rehabilitate supporters of a former fascist regime in Bangladesh. The article referenced a debate sparked by cartoonist Mehedi Haque’s depiction of July’s revolutionary events and the reactions of individuals such as Nadim Mahmud, who defended the cartoon under the banner of free speech. Reza argued that freedom of expression allows both criticism and counter-criticism, and that defending actions sympathetic to a banned fascist group could legitimately provoke public anger.

The writer accused Mahmud and others of being beneficiaries of the previous regime and of practicing selective protest by ignoring injustices committed under that government. Drawing parallels with Germany’s post-war ban on the Nazi Party, Reza argued that fascist ideologies—marked by racism, hatred, militarism, and dictatorship—should remain legally prohibited. He cited reports from the United Nations Human Rights Commission that allegedly identified the former regime’s leaders as violators of human rights.

Reza concluded that any effort to normalize or rehabilitate fascist politics in Bangladesh contradicts democratic principles and international human rights standards.

A commentary published in the newspaper Amar Desh on July 21, 2026, alleges that sections of Bangladesh’s left-wing political groups are aligning with Awami League propagandists to question the outcomes of the July uprising that toppled Sheikh Hasina’s government. The article claims these groups are attempting to portray the mass movement, which cost over a thousand lives, as a conspiracy rather than a democratic revolution. It argues that their criticism of the current government led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus serves to obscure the previous regime’s record of disappearances, killings, and repression.

The piece recounts the uprising’s human cost, including the deaths of children and women, and asserts that it restored freedom of speech, halted enforced disappearances, and revived electoral democracy. It contrasts the current political environment—where opposition parties operate without violent crackdowns—with the former Awami League era, which it describes as dominated by Indian influence and authoritarian control.

The article concludes that the left’s renewed alignment with Awami narratives aims to undermine the revolution’s democratic gains, warning that attempts to rehabilitate the Awami League will fail in the face of public rejection.

BNP Joint Secretary General and Narsingdi-1 MP Khairul Kabir Khokon said that the current government has failed to work on national reform and cultural development. Speaking as chief guest at a Nazrul Year event and grant distribution ceremony at the Narsingdi Shilpakala Academy on Monday afternoon, he emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting local literature and culture over foreign influences. The event was organized by the district administration and the district Shilpakala Academy.

Khokon criticized the poor condition of the Shilpakala Academy, saying that during the past 17 years of what he termed a fascist government, authorities were busy with corruption instead of public welfare or cultural reform. He urged collective efforts from administrators, social workers, and politicians to uphold the nation’s cultural heritage.

At the ceremony, 59 cultural personalities received grants totaling 988,250 taka, and eight cultural organizations were given checks worth 380,000 taka. The event was presided over by Additional Deputy Commissioner Abu Taher Samsuzzaman, with other local officials in attendance.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has begun rewarding select allies of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government, while dissatisfaction grows among others who feel overlooked. Several leaders from former coalition partners and joint movement allies have been appointed to key government positions, including Rashed Khan as special assistant to the prime minister with secretary rank, and others as state ministers or advisers. However, some long-time partners, such as Jamiat Ulamaye Islam Bangladesh, boycotted a recent dinner hosted by the prime minister, citing neglect and lack of recognition.

The BNP-led coalition, which came to power after the 2024 election following the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s regime, included multiple alliances such as Ganatantra Mancha, the 12-Party Alliance, and the Nationalist Like-Minded Alliance. While a few leaders from these groups secured ministerial or advisory roles, many others remain without positions, fueling frustration among smaller parties and Islamist factions. Political analysts note that these groups played significant roles in the anti-autocracy movement but have not been equally rewarded.

Party insiders warn that perceived favoritism in appointments could create internal tension within the BNP and its allied organizations.

Members of India’s Border Security Force (BSF) and local Indian citizens attempted to install cement pillars illegally along the Patgram border in Lalmonirhat’s Sreerampur Union on Monday, July 20, 2026. The incident occurred between border main pillars 845/1-S and 845/2-S under the jurisdiction of the 61 Teesta Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). Upon noticing the activity, a BGB patrol team from the 65 Bari Border Outpost (BOP) quickly arrived and strongly objected, prompting the BSF personnel and Indian citizens to retreat.

According to BGB and local sources, the BSF’s 98 Battalion from Panishala-1 Camp and nearby villagers in India’s Mekhliganj area of Cooch Behar district were replacing bamboo poles with new cement pillars about 100 meters inside Indian territory. A BGB press release stated that its members acted immediately to prevent the illegal installation and that they remain on high alert to maintain peace and prevent any unlawful border-related activities.

The situation was brought under control without further escalation, and BGB reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring border stability and security.

Farmers from Punjab have announced a new protest march to Delhi under the banner of the 'Desh Bachao Morcha' program. The march, set to begin on Tuesday, comes amid ongoing demonstrations by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) over alleged irregularities and question paper leaks in the NEET medical entrance exam. Farmers have begun preparations, decorating tractors with national flags and banners outlining their demands, and have vowed not to return home until their concerns are addressed.

The farmers allege that a 'secret' trade deal between the Modi government and the United States could severely harm Indian farmers by allowing cheap American agricultural products to flood the domestic market. Thousands of farmers from various districts of Punjab are expected to join the march toward Delhi.

Political observers believe that the farmers’ new protest, coinciding with the violent CJP demonstrations in Delhi, could further intensify pressure on the Modi government.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has congratulated Andy Burnham on his appointment as the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. According to the Prime Minister’s Press Secretary Saleh Shibli, Rahman sent a congratulatory message on Monday night, expressing his best wishes on behalf of the government and people of Bangladesh. In the message, he wished for peace, prosperity, and democratic progress under Burnham’s leadership.

Rahman described Burnham’s election as a reflection of the trust placed in him by his party and the British people. He expressed hope that under Burnham’s leadership, the UK would play a vital role in promoting global peace, sustainable development, and democratic governance. Rahman also highlighted the historic and multifaceted ties between Bangladesh and the UK, built on democratic values, mutual respect, and Commonwealth principles.

The Prime Minister emphasized the contributions of the Bangladeshi diaspora in strengthening bilateral relations and invited Burnham to visit Bangladesh at a convenient time. Burnham officially assumed office as the UK’s new Prime Minister on Monday.

Bangladesh’s youth organization National Youth Power (NCP) has expressed deep concern and condemnation over the police crackdown, baton charge, and arrests during a peaceful demonstration by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) in New Delhi. The group’s founder, Abhijit Deepak, was among those detained. In a statement issued on July 20, the NCP voiced solidarity with the protesting youths and emphasized their right to peaceful democratic expression.

According to the NCP statement, the protesters had gathered to demand the resignation of India’s Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in the education system and repeated exam paper leaks. The organization said that the use of force and suppression of dissent raise serious concerns about civil liberties and democratic practices. It urged Indian authorities to ensure an impartial and transparent investigation into the incident and to maintain a constitutional environment for peaceful political activities.

The NCP added that movements for justice, accountability, and human dignity transcend borders and contribute to the global democratic spirit.

Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman said that while allied political parties in the joint movement to topple the fascist government may have differences of opinion, there is no division among them. Speaking on Monday evening at the state guesthouse Jamuna in Dhaka before a dinner honoring leaders of allied parties, he urged all partners to remain united at any cost to fulfill public expectations and move the country forward under the 31-point reform plan and the July Charter.

Rahman recalled the long struggle for political rights and the success in securing the people’s mandate in the July 12 election. He criticized a so-called 'secret group' for remaining absent during past movements and accused them of spreading digital propaganda before the election. He also cited an interim government adviser who claimed that over 60 percent of state institutions had been influenced by that group during their 18-month rule.

The event was attended by senior BNP leaders and representatives from allied parties including Jatiya Party (Kazi Zafar), Nagorik Oikya, Biplobi Workers Party, and others. Rahman emphasized that the coalition must stay united to rebuild the nation’s economy and institutions damaged by 16–17 years of authoritarian rule.

Massive unrest broke out in New Delhi on Monday during the Cockroach Janata Party’s (CJP) ‘Chalo Sansad’ march. Police and Rapid Action Force units used tear gas and batons to stop protesters advancing toward Parliament. The most intense clashes occurred near Parliament Street, Connaught Place, and Patel Chowk Metro Station, where demonstrators tried to break barricades. Witnesses said some protesters threw bottles, while police blocked all exits, leaving many trapped amid tear gas.

The marchers, mostly students and supporters, demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and reforms following the NEET-UG question paper leak. The All India Students’ Association reported serious injuries, including a broken arm and multiple cases of police assault on both male and female protesters. CJP condemned the crackdown on social media, questioning the government’s commitment to democracy.

Opposition leaders, including Shiv Sena’s Aaditya Thackeray, criticized the government’s handling of the protest, warning that such police action against peaceful demonstrators would damage India’s democratic image. Delhi Police urged calm, calling on all sides to maintain law and order and avoid violence.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has completed the inventory of luxury goods seized from two Gulshan flats belonging to former land minister Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Javed. The operation, conducted under court order, took place over two days and was led by ACC Deputy Director Md. Mosiur Rahman. The ACC team listed 269 types of items totaling over 1,500 pieces, including more than 300 coats, 532 ties, eight watch boxes with four Rolex watches, pearl jewelry, chandeliers, and various household appliances.

The ACC began investigating Saifuzzaman in August 2024 following a change in government. Multiple corruption cases have been filed against him, his wife Rukmila Zaman, and several United Commercial Bank officials. In July 2024, the ACC took control of his two Gulshan flats for management and preservation. Earlier, courts ordered the seizure of hundreds of his overseas properties and froze 39 bank accounts containing over 52 million taka.

A Chattogram court in March 2026 initiated trial proceedings against Saifuzzaman and 36 others for allegedly laundering 250 million taka abroad under the guise of loans from United Commercial Bank.

Chief Justice Zubayer Rahman Chowdhury has publicly expressed concern about the lack of professional dedication and responsibility among many lawyers in Bangladesh. Speaking on Monday at a memorial and prayer meeting organized by the Supreme Court Bar Association, he said that lawyers must show commitment to the cases they take on and ensure proper preparation before appearing in court.

The event was held in memory of former Acting President and Speaker of the National Parliament, Muhammad Jamir Uddin Sarkar. The Chief Justice emphasized that litigants place their greatest trust in their lawyers after God, yet many lawyers appear in court without adequate preparation. He urged lawyers to accept only as many cases as they can handle responsibly, noting that serving clients fairly is both a legal and moral duty.

He praised Jamir Uddin Sarkar as a disciplined and dedicated lawyer whose professionalism should serve as an example for others. The event was attended by senior judges, lawyers, and political figures, including the Deputy Speaker and the Law Minister.

The Bangladesh government has ordered the compulsory retirement of Additional DIG of Tourist Police Md. Moniruzzaman for attending an Awami League nomination submission event in police uniform. The decision, approved by the President and issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday, followed an internal investigation that found him guilty of misconduct and violating official discipline. The Public Service Commission (PSC) endorsed the decision before final approval.

According to the ministry’s circular, Moniruzzaman had accompanied his brother, an Awami League nomination aspirant for the Jhenaidah-1 by-election, to the party’s Dhanmondi office on April 29, 2024, while in uniform. His actions were deemed to have breached professional decorum and harmed the police’s public image. Despite being given multiple opportunities to respond, he failed to attend hearings or submit explanations.

In a separate order, former DMP Deputy Commissioner Rifat Rahman Shamim was dismissed for prolonged absence without permission and disobeying official orders. The PSC also supported this decision, which was finalized with presidential approval under the Government Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules.