A murder case has been filed against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and three others in connection with the death of Nasima Akter, a young woman from Noakhali, who was fatally shot during a political uprising in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi area. The case also lists 100 to 150 unidentified individuals as accused. Nasima’s brother, Spain-based Helal Uddin Solaiman, filed the case. The incident occurred on July 19, 2024, when Nasima and her brother were on a rooftop in Dhanmondi and were struck by bullets reportedly fired from a helicopter. Nasima succumbed to her injuries the next day in hospital.

Titash Gas Authority has announced an 11-hour gas shutdown on Monday from 8 AM to 7 PM in parts of eastern Dhaka due to pipeline relocation work under the DND canal excavation project. The suspension affects nine canals in Dhaka and Narayanganj. Key areas impacted include Demra, Shonir Akhra, Tengra, Amtola, and several others. Residents are advised to prepare accordingly for the temporary disruption in gas supply.

Extensive erosion along nearly 7 kilometers of the Jamuna River’s right bank in Chowhali Upazila, Sirajganj, is causing homes and farmland to vanish rapidly. Residents and local leaders organized a large human chain demanding immediate construction of a protective embankment. Despite threats to schools, hospitals, and infrastructure, no preventive measures have been taken yet. The community urges authorities to act swiftly to build a permanent embankment to stop further damage and protect livelihoods.

Heavy rainfall is expected across several regions in Bangladesh, which could lead to a rise in river water levels over the next few days. The Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre reports that although rivers are currently flowing below danger levels, water may approach warning levels in Sylhet and other regions. The Brahmaputra, Ganges, and Sangu rivers are rising, with heavy to very heavy rainfall predicted in Chattogram, Khulna, and Barishal divisions due to active monsoon conditions over the Bay of Bengal.

The Directorate of Primary Education has confirmed that the interim government is actively reviewing a proposal to upgrade the salary scale of 30,000 government primary school headteachers from the 11th to the 10th grade. Following a High Court verdict, 45 petitioning headteachers have already received the pay upgrade, with the Finance Ministry granting its approval. The same benefit is being considered for the remaining headteachers. The Directorate has also issued a warning against corruption and extortion reportedly linked to the process. The proposal is currently under review by the Finance Ministry; an official circular will be issued once final approval is granted.

Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhtar has called for ramping up vaccination efforts to eradicate Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) and Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) among cattle. Speaking at a meeting in Sirajganj, she stressed the economic risks of these diseases and urged field officials to offer full support to farmers. The initiative aims to ensure healthy cattle during Eid-ul-Adha. Senior officials highlighted the livestock importance of Pabna and Sirajganj and called for increased dedication to achieve disease-free status.

In the past 24 hours, 317 new dengue patients have been admitted to hospitals across Bangladesh, with no reported fatalities. The highest number of cases was recorded in the Barishal division, particularly in Barguna, which saw 102 new cases in a single day — the highest daily count this year. So far in 2025, a total of 12,271 people have contracted dengue, and 45 people have died from the disease. Compared to 2023 and 2024, both infection and death rates have declined this year.

Social Welfare Advisor Sharmin S. Murshid visited the home of Riya Ghosh, a child martyr killed during the July uprising in Narayanganj. She comforted Riya’s mother and confirmed that 11 girls and 135 children died in the uprising. “Their sacrifice was for a safer and more just Bangladesh, and the government is working to build that society,” she said. A stadium has been established in Riya’s name to honor her memory. The advisor later visited the home of another child martyr, Sumaiya, as part of her outreach.

Police have arrested 1,454 individuals across Bangladesh in the last 24 hours during a special nationwide crackdown. Of them, 1,000 were wanted in various criminal cases, while 451 were detained for other offenses. According to a statement from police headquarters, legal proceedings are ongoing and several weapons and rounds of ammunition have been seized in the operation.

Jessore’s Gadkhali region, once known for native flowers, is now producing foreign flower seedlings like Dutch lilies and gerberas through tissue culture by a private firm, RRF. Previously imported from India at high costs, these seedlings are now locally grown, reducing import dependence. Though current production meets only a fraction of demand, efforts are underway to scale up. Farmers benefit from lower prices, better quality, and training support. Bangladesh aims to become self-sufficient in foreign flower seedling production soon.

BNP Central Executive Committee member Sultan Salahuddin Tuku said the fascist regime that once ruled Bangladesh through abductions and killings has been ousted. “The people do not want to see them return to power,” he declared. Tuku also reiterated BNP's pledge to implement the 31-point reform plan unveiled by Tarique Rahman, which includes providing every household in every region with a family welfare card if elected to power.

A 40-year-old Bangladeshi man named Ibrahim was shot dead by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) near the Nitpur border in Naogaon’s Porsha upazila. Ibrahim had crossed into Indian territory while bringing back cattle when he was gunned down. Three days later, the BSF admitted to the killing and returned the body following a postmortem conducted in India. The body was handed over to the family through legal procedures.

BNP Standing Committee Member Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain has said that the martyrs like Abu Saeed, Mughda, and Wasim sacrificed their lives not for local elections, but to restore democracy in Bangladesh. Speaking at a tree-planting event in Dinajpur, he urged the public to unite and honor the martyrs by fighting for their democratic rights. He also emphasized the need for national unity, as the public continues to be denied their voting rights.

A 1,700-meter road built along Kolkata Canal in Satkhira Sadar in 2023 has partially collapsed within three years, affecting 400 meters. Constructed under the LGED’s Rural Infrastructure Development Project at a cost of 14.6 million taka, the road’s damage has disrupted local businesses and residents. Experts blame a lack of coordination between the Water Development Board and LGED during canal dredging, which increased water flow and caused erosion. Authorities are now planning joint efforts to protect the remaining road.

BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed stated that in order to prevent the return of authoritarianism and fascism in Bangladesh, it is essential to limit the Prime Minister's term to no more than 10 years. "There is no precedent worldwide for term limits because no democratic country wants to encourage dictatorship," he said. Salahuddin reiterated BNP's stance against adopting any NCC-style framework, emphasizing the need for consensus without dragging negotiations indefinitely.