Zahidul Islam, President of Islami Chhatra Shibir, wrote in a statement that honor is not something that can be seized by force. “Allah honors whomever He wills and disgraces whomever He wills. We surrender ourselves to His will,” he said.

Zahidul added: “If our Lord is pleased and grants us even a small measure of dignity in this world, that is sufficient. Above all, may He be pleased with us in the Hereafter and accept us into His Paradise. Ameen.”

The Chief of Army Staff, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, has inquired about the health of Jamaat Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, who is currently hospitalized. A Facebook post from Jamaat’s administration stated that the army chief not only asked about the Ameer’s condition but also offered prayers for his well-being.

It was revealed that Dr. Rahman has three major blockages in his heart, and specialists believe bypass surgery may be the most effective treatment at this stage.

Nahid Islam, Convener of the Nationalist Citizens' Party (NCP), and Senior Joint Convener Ariful Islam Adib visited Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman at United Hospital in Gulshan this afternoon. They expressed sympathy and offered prayers for his recovery.

According to a statement shared by the Jamaat Ameer’s administrative office, the NCP leaders conveyed heartfelt concerns and prayed to Almighty Allah for Dr. Rahman's swift recovery. The message added: "May Allah reward them for their compassion. Ameen."

BNP Standing Committee Member Dr. Abdul Moyeen Khan visited PG Hospital on Thursday evening to check on Quader Gani Chowdhury, Secretary of the United Professionals Council, who is hospitalized with fever and chikungunya.

He was accompanied by BNP Joint Secretary Advocate Abdus Salam Azad and media cell member Shairul Kabir Khan. Dr. Khan spoke to attending doctors regarding Gani’s treatment. Earlier in the day, BNP Secretary General and Mirza Abbas had phoned to inquire about his condition.

BNP leader Mazharul Alam has criticized previous electoral boundary decisions that left Gazipur voters at a disadvantage. He noted that one constituency had nearly 800,000 voters—disproportionately high compared to others.

He applauded the Election Commission for adding a new seat in Gazipur, which he said rectifies longstanding inequalities. He expressed gratitude on behalf of Gazipur residents to the Chief Election Commissioner and his team.

A total of 29 registered political parties, including BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, and the Jatiya Party, have submitted their income and expenditure reports for the 2024 calendar year to the Election Commission (EC).

Ten parties have requested deadline extensions, while eleven—including JASAD and Bikalpa Dhara—have neither submitted reports nor requested more time. Among those seeking extensions are BNM, Khilafat Majlish, JSD, CPB, LDP, and Bangladesh National Awami Party.

Abdul Kader, President of the Baghchas DU branch, has alleged that former members of Jamaat-e-Islami’s student wing Shibir were involved in secret power-sharing deals after a political shakeup.

According to Kader, a former Shibir DU president and the wife of a Shibir leader coordinated these activities, placing ideological allies in key positions. He also claimed they lobbied ministries without informing central figures like Asif, Nahid, or Mahfuz, which later led to internal disputes and betrayal accusations from Sadiq Kayem.

Wasiur Rahman, Managing Director of Autumn Loop Apparels Ltd., a Beximco-affiliated company, has been arrested by CID for allegedly laundering Tk 34 crore abroad under the cover of export activities. The company failed to repatriate export earnings between 2020 and 2024, violating central bank rules. CID suspects deliberate money laundering and is investigating illegal overseas assets. A remand plea has been submitted, and the role of Salman F Rahman, Vice Chairman of Beximco Group, is also under scrutiny.

One year after the fall of the Awami government in the July uprising, Bangladesh’s interim Law Ministry has reported sweeping reforms. Highlights include judicial transparency, digital courts, Supreme Court appointment reforms, and withdrawal of over 15,000 politically motivated cases. The ministry also introduced victim compensation, online bail bond services, and e-family courts. It has supported new national commissions and appointed a record number of legal officers. These efforts mark a significant shift toward justice, accountability, and democratic legal processes.

Hundreds of residents in Vijayanagar upazila of Brahmanbaria protested the removal of three unions—Budhanti, Chandura, and Harashpur—from the Brahmanbaria-3 constituency, merging them with Brahmanbaria-2. Demonstrators briefly blocked the Dhaka-Sylhet highway before suspending the protest following police intervention. Locals and political leaders demanded the reinstatement of the previous constituency boundaries and voiced concerns on social media. The Election Commission recently published a draft redistricting list for 40 constituencies ahead of the upcoming national elections, with objections allowed until August 10.

ACC Chairman Dr. Mohammad Moin Uddin admitted that corruption exists within the Anti-Corruption Commission itself, as it is not isolated from society. Speaking at a foundation-laying ceremony in Barisal, he emphasized ongoing efforts to reduce internal corruption since assuming office. He highlighted corruption as a root cause of governmental decline and stressed the need for collective efforts from courts, journalists, and institutions. A new six-story ACC office building, costing around Tk 23 crore, is under construction in Barisal to enhance operations.

U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that First Lady Melania Trump likes Russian President Vladimir Putin but is disappointed by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. After a recent call with Putin, Melania expressed sadness over renewed bombings in Kyiv. Trump has shortened his peace deadline from 50 to 10 days, warning of harsh sanctions if no agreement is reached. Russian officials rejected the ultimatum, emphasizing the need to address the conflict’s root causes. Melania’s Soviet-era Slovenian background may influence her deep interest in resolving the war.

Shafiqul Alam, Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser, confirmed that the upcoming national election will be held exactly on the scheduled date with no delays. He emphasized that the election could take place as early as February if reforms progress quickly, though initially it was planned for early April. Efforts will be made to ensure a peaceful, festive election with zero tolerance for violence. The next five to six days are crucial in finalizing preparations for a smooth electoral process.

Abdul Hai Shikdar, editor of Jugantor and poet, condemned the ongoing conflicts and selfishness among political parties as a betrayal of the July Revolution's spirit. Speaking at a National Press Club event marking the uprising’s anniversary, he urged the caretaker government to hold free and fair elections and step down peacefully. He also criticized intelligence failures amid rising fascist guerrilla training in Dhaka. Shikdar called for unity and dedication to ensure the revolution’s success, quoting Rabindranath Tagore.

The UK has announced it will recognize Palestine as a state at the UN if Israel fails to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, stops plans to annex the West Bank, and commits to peace talks by September. This move rejects accusations from Israel and the US that it rewards Hamas, which the UK government condemns as a terrorist group. The decision aims to support the rights of Palestinians and address Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, while the UK’s recognition could lead to upgraded diplomatic relations.