The death toll from the Bangladesh Air Force training jet crash in Uttara has risen to 19, with more than 50 others injured. Among the deceased are two students from Milestone School — Junayed and Tanvir Ahmed. One of the injured has burns covering 30% of their body. Fire officials and doctors confirmed that the aircraft exploded upon crashing into the Milestone College building, causing severe burns to those nearby. Victims are receiving treatment at hospitals and the burn institute, and authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.

A court in Gopalganj has ordered the exhumation of three bodies for autopsy following clashes at a National Citizens' Party rally. The deceased — Ramzan Kazi, Sohel Rana, and Md. Imon Talukder — will undergo post-mortem examinations to aid ongoing investigations. Authorities have arrested 313 people in connection with the violence, though several have since been released. No curfews or Section 144 orders are currently in effect, and the situation is reported to be calm.

Responding to emotionally charged remarks from BNP leader Ishraque Hossain, National Citizens' Party (NCP) leader Sarjis Alam called for greater political maturity. During an NCP rally, Alam criticized Ishraque’s comments, particularly his statement suggesting violent retribution against political opponents. Alam said such rhetoric was even more extreme than that of Nasiruddin Patwari, who has also been controversial. He further labeled the Awami League’s recent hartal as “an act of terrorism.” NCP also confirmed that all necessary documentation for party registration has been submitted to the Election Commission.

An exchange of gunfire occurred around 3:30 AM between members of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and the Proshid-led faction of the United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF) in Tong Para, a border area of Matiranga in Khagrachari. No casualties were reported. BGB recovered two rifles, a pistol, a shotgun, and 16 rounds of ammunition from the scene. The UPDF has denied involvement, stating their commitment to democratic politics.

Following the crash of a Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training aircraft near Milestone College in Uttara, 25 people — most of them school students — have been admitted to the National Burn and Plastic Surgery Institute. The crash occurred shortly after the jet’s takeoff around 1:30 PM on Monday. Eight fire service units responded to extinguish the flames. The incident created panic among students as classes were in session at the time.

A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training aircraft crashed near Haider Hall, adjacent to Milestone College in Uttara, Dhaka. The jet took off at 1:06 PM on Monday and went down around 1:30 PM. One person has been confirmed dead, and four others have been taken to the Combined Military Hospital (CMH). The crash sparked a fire in a nearby building, and rescue operations are ongoing. The final casualty count is yet to be confirmed.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s role is now under investigation for allegedly instructing security forces to open fire during the historic July uprising. She reportedly communicated with law enforcement and top party leaders before the shots were fired. In connection with the case, the phones of former Deputy Speaker Shamsul Hoque Tuku, former State Minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak, and Chhatra League leader Tanvir Hasan Saikat have been sent for forensic analysis. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is working to recover deleted messages, audio recordings, videos, and app usage data from seven seized devices. Investigators, with court approval, are preparing a charge sheet based on the recovered evidence, which is expected to play a key role during the trial.

A Bangladesh Air Force F-7BGI training aircraft crashed near Milestone College in Dhaka’s Uttara area shortly after taking off at 1:06 PM. Three units from the fire service responded immediately. Police are investigating the incident, and no casualties have been reported so far. Further details are awaited.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is scheduled to visit Dhaka on August 30 for a two-day official trip, marking the first visit by a European head of government during Bangladesh’s interim administration. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, migration will be a key issue during the discussions. Meloni will meet with the Chief Advisor and discuss bilateral cooperation, trade, and defense relations. In May, Italy’s Interior Minister visited Dhaka and signed a "Migration and Mobility" agreement. The last Italian prime minister to visit Bangladesh was Romano Prodi in 1998.

There will be no special government job quota for families of those killed or injured in the July uprising, according to Faruq-e-Azam, Advisor on Liberation War Affairs. Speaking at a press conference at the Secretariat, he emphasized that the government is focusing on rehabilitation through vocational training, self-employment programs, and small-scale livestock initiatives. He clarified that there are no plans for flat allocations or job quotas. Azam also stated, “This should not be compared with the contributions of our freedom fighters, whose sacrifices remain unmatched.”

Despite their breathtaking natural beauty and mountain landscapes, Gilgit-Baltistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir continue to suffer from decades of government neglect. Due to poor infrastructure and lack of tourism development, local communities are unable to benefit economically. The recent demolition of a community-funded waterfall sparked widespread outrage. Tourists face narrow roads, inadequate facilities, and limited guidance. Notably, the BBC included the region in its list of top 25 destinations for 2025. Locals are urging authorities to take immediate steps to make the region more tourist-friendly.

Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid a one-day visit to Kabul on Sunday, accompanied by Interior Secretary Khurram Agha and other senior officials. They were welcomed by Afghanistan’s Deputy Interior Minister at the Kabul airport. During meetings with Afghan Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani, discussions centered on joint counter-terrorism efforts, border security, drug control, and regulation of legal border crossings. Naqvi emphasized the need for collaborative measures, noting Pakistan’s long-standing support for Afghan refugees. Haqqani stressed shared responsibility for regional peace and cooperation.

Bangladesh's national cricket team secured a dominant win in the first T20 match of the three-game series against Pakistan. Sports Advisor Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan congratulated the team on their performance. Pakistan was bowled out for 110 in 19.3 overs, and Bangladesh chased down the target with 27 balls to spare. Mustafizur Rahman took 2 wickets for 6 runs, and Taskin Ahmed claimed 3 wickets, while opener Imon scored 56 runs and was named Player of the Match. The advisor expressed hope that the team would maintain this momentum in upcoming matches.

The Ministry of Shipping is exploring the potential of establishing a container terminal in Barisal to enhance maritime logistics. Advisor to the Ministry, Brigadier General (Retd.) M Sakhawat Hossain, shared this during a workshop in Kuakata. He also outlined a master plan to transform Payra Port into an environmentally friendly "green port" and encouraged both foreign and private investments in port development. Future plans include expanding rail connectivity and strengthening infrastructure links with Matarbari and Mongla ports. Although two additional terminals were planned through partnerships with neighboring countries, those developments are currently on hold.

A devastating fire broke out around 8:30 PM on Sunday at the Chandgazi Bottoli Market in Feni’s Chhagalnaiya Upazila, reducing 13 shops to ashes. Two units of the Fire Service managed to bring the flames under control within 40 minutes. Preliminary investigations suggest the fire was caused by an electrical short circuit. According to affected shopkeepers, the estimated loss is around 4 million BDT (approximately USD 37,000).