Bidhyan Ranjan Roy Poddar, Advisor to the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education, has said reducing weekly school holidays from two days to one is difficult due to the need for coordination across all educational institutions. Speaking at an International Literacy Day 2025 press conference, he emphasized that effective learning depends on contract hours and the number of days schools remain open. The government is exploring slight reductions in holidays and considering teachers’ demands for a ‘non-vacation department.’

The United States is exploring the creation of a large demilitarized buffer zone within Ukraine if a peace deal with Russia is reached. Discussions involve deploying troops from non-NATO countries like Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia to secure the area, while the U.S. would lead monitoring using drones, satellites, and intelligence tools. No American troops would be stationed inside Ukraine. The plan avoids NATO symbols to stay acceptable to Russia. Negotiations remain ongoing amid continued conflict.

U.S. President Donald Trump and his senior advisers are quietly preparing to attend the APEC Trade Ministers’ meeting in South Korea this October. On the sidelines, a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping could take place. The trip will focus on economic cooperation, investment, trade, defense, and nuclear discussions. It may also open the door for talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Previous tariffs between the U.S. and China are temporarily suspended until November due to ongoing negotiations.

Russia launched a cruise missile attack on Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers building in Kyiv early Sunday, marking the first time the building has been hit since Moscow’s 2022 military invasion. Ukraine’s Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko confirmed the damage to the roof and upper floors. The Ukrainian Air Force reported over 800 drones and missiles were deployed overnight, hitting 37 locations while 8 intercepted missiles and drones fell elsewhere. The attack continues to spread fear among civilians.

The Democratic Left Alliance has called for the resignation of Dr. Yunus’ government, citing failures in governance and policies against public interest. Leaders criticized handing key projects to foreign leaseholders and using law enforcement to undermine national unity and disrupt the electoral environment. Referring to unprecedented events on 5 September 2025, they questioned who truly governs the country. The alliance urged all non-communal, progressive, and democratic parties to unite on the streets and announced a sit-in in front of the National Press Club on 13 September.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has turned down Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invitation to meet in Moscow, citing ongoing missile strikes and shelling in his country. Instead, he has invited Putin to Kyiv. The Kremlin insists Zelensky was invited for “talks, not surrender.” Recent days have seen intensified Russian attacks on Ukraine, including over 1,300 drones, 900 guided bombs, and around 50 missile strikes across 14 regions. Zelensky emphasizes Kyiv as the only safe venue for discussions.

Thousands protested in Washington, D.C., against President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops, demanding their withdrawal. The “We Are All DC” rally included undocumented immigrants and Palestinian statehood supporters, with slogans calling for Trump’s removal and resistance to authoritarianism. Despite Trump citing crime concerns, violent crime in the city is at a 30-year low. Over 2,000 troops from six Republican states patrol the streets, with the National Guard’s mandate extended until November 30. D.C. has filed a lawsuit calling the deployment unnecessary and illegal.

BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed has said that the party’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman will return to Bangladesh soon. “Once he returns, half of our election campaign will already be accomplished,” he remarked.

Addressing supporters, Salahuddin emphasized that the upcoming election would pave the way for restoring a political and parliamentary government that reflects the nation’s aspirations. He hinted that the polls might take place in February 2026, possibly just before Ramadan.

He described Tarique Rahman’s homecoming as an “unforgettable historic event” and urged political rivals not to spread confusion during the election season. “The nation is already in full election mode, and Tarique Rahman’s return will be a turning point,” he added.

The National Citizens’ Party (NCP) has established an international cell to strengthen its global activities, with Sultan Mohammad Zakaria as secretary and Alauddin Mohammad as co-secretary. The committee, approved by party convener Md. Nahid Islam and member secretary Akhtar Hossain, also includes members from South Asia and beyond. On the same day, NCP launched a Farmers’ Wing to protect farmers’ rights, promote land reforms, and ensure fair prices for crops, led by chief coordinator Azad Khan Bhasani with a team of agricultural experts and coordinators.

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order granting tariff exemptions to certain trading partners on products including nickel, gold, pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemicals. The move, effective Monday, targets items that cannot be produced sufficiently in the U.S. and aims to strengthen reciprocal trade agreements. Countries entering such agreements will enjoy zero tariffs on over 45 products, while some existing exemptions, like plastics and polysilicon for solar production, are revoked. The measure seeks to protect U.S. economic and national interests.

Iranian lawmaker Ebrahim Azizi warned that any new Israeli attack would be met with a tougher and decisive response. Speaking on September 6, he said Iran was not alone in the June conflict, as Israel received military support from the U.S. and others. Following Israel’s June 12 strikes that killed commanders, scientists, and civilians, Iran retaliated with “Operation True Promise 3,” using advanced missiles and drones that hit key Israeli sites. A ceasefire took effect June 24 after U.S. mediation.

Police have arrested six leaders and activists of a banned affiliate organization of the ruling Awami League, accusing them of attempting to disrupt law and order and destabilize the country.

According to police sources, two individuals—Jasim and Samiul—were detained around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday from the Nandipara Bottola area. Later, at approximately 11:15 p.m., Shakil Ahmed was arrested from South Banasree.

In subsequent operations, Ahsan Habib and Aminul Islam Liton were apprehended from Khilgaon C-Block around 12:15 a.m., followed by the arrest of Aminul Islam Rifat from Khilgaon Tilpara at around 1:30 a.m.

Authorities confirmed that multiple specific cases have already been filed against the detainees in different police stations.

The United States has revoked Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) license that allowed it to send advanced technology to China. The move, similar to actions against Samsung and SK Hynix, may disrupt TSMC’s operations in China, though its factories there mainly produce older-generation chips. The U.S. government said the restriction will take full effect by year’s end, but it is unclear when new licenses might be approved. TSMC said it remains committed to its China operations while evaluating the situation.

Ishaq Ali Sarkar, Organizing Secretary of Jubo Dal, has surrendered before the court in connection with 11 cases filed against him on charges of sabotage. Following his surrender, the court rejected his bail plea and ordered him to be sent to prison.

His lawyer, Nazrul Islam, told reporters that during the tenure of the previous government, as many as 365 cases were filed against Ishaq Ali. Out of these, courts under the Metropolitan Sessions Judge’s jurisdiction sentenced him to a total of 22 years and 6 months in prison in six cases.

Nazrul Islam further stated that Ishaq surrendered in six cases at the Sessions Court and in another five cases at the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (CMM) Court, seeking bail. However, the court denied his bail application and remanded him to custody.

BNP leader Ruhul Quddus Talukder Dulu has launched a sharp attack on the ruling Awami League and Sheikh Hasina, calling them “allies of Pharaoh” and claiming they are “worse than Pharaoh and Nimrod.”

Speaking at a political event, Dulu alleged that for the past 15 years, Islamic scholars and clerics in Bangladesh have faced widespread restrictions. “People with beards, caps, and traditional attire could not move freely. Scholars could not speak openly at gatherings or promote Islam,” he said.

He further claimed that Awami League obstructed religious activities nationwide, drawing a parallel with the historical resistance faced by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) while spreading the message of Islam. “For 15 years, Sheikh Hasina’s government has tried to destroy Islam by restricting its practice and propagation,” Dulu alleged.