Wouter van Wersch, Executive Vice President of Airbus, has met with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus for a courtesy meeting.

Meanwhile, preparations are underway for a significant meeting between Dr. Yunus and Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), scheduled to be held in London on June 13. BNP’s National Standing Committee has officially welcomed the planned meeting, viewing it as a positive step in the party’s ongoing diplomatic efforts.

An Indian student has reportedly faced police brutality at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey before being deported back to India. A video circulating online shows the young student with his hands and feet tied, as multiple police officers pin him to the ground.

Sharing the video on X (formerly Twitter), eyewitness Kunal Jain wrote, “Last night, I saw a young Indian student being deported through Newark Airport. His hands were handcuffed, and the officers treated him like a criminal. This is nothing short of a humanitarian disaster.”

The incident has sparked outrage on social media, raising questions about the treatment of deportees in the United States.

Police in Rajshahi's Bagha upazila have arrested four fugitives in connection with four separate cases. The accused are Azmira Begum (48), Kamal Hossain, Zahurul Islam (36), and Zakir Hossain (30).
OC Asaduzzaman said they had been evading law enforcement for a long time. All four were sent to jail via court on Tuesday following special operations.

The Chattogram City Corporation reported dumping nearly 100,000 raw hides as waste due to a steep price crash.
Seasonal traders like Mohammad Sabur, who brought Tk 2.5 lakh worth of Qurbani hides from Rangunia, were offered only Tk 20,000. In frustration, he dumped the hides on the street.
Many traders, reduced to tears, blame government mismanagement for the disastrous price drop and unsold inventory.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that from now on, anyone identified as a foreigner in the state will be pushed into Bangladesh, bypassing any legal procedures.

Speaking at the Assam Legislative Assembly on Monday, Sarma referred to an October 2024 ruling by the Supreme Court of India. In that verdict, the then Chief Justice declared that individuals who entered Assam after March 24, 1971, are not eligible for Indian citizenship. The ruling emphasized that no exceptions should be made for those who crossed the border during that time—they must be sent back to their country of origin. Drawing from this, Sarma asserted that Assam will implement a direct pushback policy for all detected foreigners.

Opposition parties have raised serious concerns about the legality of this unilateral decision by the Assam government.

The ship carrying Greta Thunberg and fellow activists is named Madlen, in honor of Madlen Kollab—a 31-year-old Palestinian woman, mother of four, and Gaza’s first female fisherwoman, who is expecting her fifth child.
Despite the Israeli blockade, boat damage, and lack of gear, Madlen continues her daily battle at sea—not just for livelihood, but for dignity and rights. Her resilience and courage inspired the naming of the ship.

An 18-year-old woman named Keya Akhter has died by suicide after reportedly consuming poison in Tongi, Gazipur. Following the incident, her husband has gone into hiding.

Keya, originally from Kakchira village under Patharghata police station in Barguna, was living in a rented apartment in East Arichpur, Turag Bazar area, with her husband. According to police, ongoing marital disputes led Keya to take poison late Monday night. She was rushed to Tongi Government Hospital by family members but succumbed to the poisoning early Tuesday morning. Police have launched an investigation and are searching for the absconding husband.

A man named Sajjad (35), recently released from prison on bail, has been arrested again in Cumilla with a cache of homemade weapons. According to the army, Sajjad resumed his criminal activities shortly after his release. On Monday night, a patrol team from the Cumilla Cantonment Army Camp conducted an operation in the Gobindapur area and arrested him. They seized four machetes, two knives, a grill-cutter, and five pairs of scissors. Sajjad was later handed over to Cumilla Sadar South Police Station.

The first return flight carrying 374 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims is scheduled to arrive at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport today at 2:05 PM. This marks the beginning of the return phase for pilgrims who performed the holy Hajj. A total of 87,157 Bangladeshis went to Saudi Arabia this year via 224 flights operated by three airlines. Return flights will continue until July 10. During the pilgrimage, 19 Bangladeshi pilgrims died—11 in Makkah, 7 in Madinah, and 1 in Arafat.

A new UN report reveals an unprecedented global decline in fertility rates. Surveying 14,000 people across 14 countries, the UN Population Fund found millions unable to have their desired number of children, mainly due to financial constraints and lack of suitable partners. The study covered diverse income and fertility contexts and highlighted that 39% cite money as a barrier, while 12% mention infertility. The findings underscore a growing crisis as many cannot build families according to their wishes.

The Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (Maushi) has issued a five-point health directive for all educational institutions to prevent the spread of a new COVID-19 subvariant.
Director General Prof. Dr. Muhammad Azad Khan urged strict compliance with health guidelines:

Wash hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Avoid large gatherings and wear masks when going out.

Maintain at least 3 feet distance from infected individuals.

Refrain from touching face with unclean hands.

Cover nose and mouth with tissue or elbow while coughing or sneezing.

Charfassion in Bhola has seen a huge influx of tourists during the Eid-ul-Azha holidays. Popular destinations like Charfassion Tower, Betuya Prashanti Park, and Kukri-Mukri Island are drawing crowds with natural beauty and upgraded facilities. The 225-foot-high Charfassion Tower offers a thrilling view and modern features, while Kukri-Mukri's wildlife sanctuary and serene environment add to the attraction. Enhanced security, new rides, and accommodations have made Charfassion a top holiday destination. Authorities have ensured a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg has departed Israel on a flight bound for France after being detained from a humanitarian aid ship. However, at least five other rights activists arrested alongside her have refused to leave Israel voluntarily, according to Israeli authorities.
France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed on Tuesday that the activists refused voluntary deportation after their arrest from the vessel Madlen. Israeli authorities stated that those unwilling to sign deportation documents would be presented before a judicial authority for forced removal.

Tensions flared in Sylhet’s Jaflong tourist area as a scuffle broke out between local youths and visiting tourists. Meanwhile, locals, including religious leaders and elders, have imposed restrictions on tourists visiting Utmachhara, another popular destination in Companiganj.

Locals reported that on Monday afternoon, an argument escalated into physical altercations between a group of tourists and some local youths near the Jaflong BGB camp. The tourists were later chased away by the locals. Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Ratan Kumar Adhikari commented, "It was a minor misunderstanding, quickly resolved by local elders."

In a related development, access to the Utmachhara tourist spot has been restricted by the local religious leaders, accusing tourists of engaging in inappropriate activities that were disturbing the social environment. The protest was led by Mufti Ruhul Amin Siraji, vice-president of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam's local chapter.

A luxury SUV worth crores, found in the parking lot of a multi-storey building in front of the Kushtia Superintendent of Police’s office, has been claimed by Mumtarin Ferdous Dorin, daughter of murdered former MP Anwarul Azim Anar. Dorin confirmed that the Land Cruiser Prado belongs to her father and has demanded its return.

Alamgir Hossain, caretaker of the building, stated, "A cigarette company named Genuine Leaf has rented three floors here. Foreigners regularly visit, stay, and dine there. They arranged to park the vehicle here. Genuine Leaf's GM Belal Sir and CEO Zahid Sir were responsible for it. The SUV was brought here about three months ago and has since remained under their supervision."