Two sanitation workers of Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) were killed early Sunday morning after being hit by a covered van in front of the Le Méridien hotel in the Khilkhet area of Dhaka. The victims, one man and one woman, have not yet been identified. According to Khilkhet Police Station Officer-in-Charge Sajjad Hossain, the accident occurred at dawn. The bodies have been taken to the police station and will be sent to the morgue after completing legal procedures.

Lieutenant General (Retd.) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, advisor to the Ministry of Home Affairs, clarified on Sunday that the three Bangladeshis sent back from Malaysia are not militants but were deported due to visa expiry. Speaking after inspecting the cargo terminal at Shahjalal International Airport, he stressed that there has been no militant presence or activity in Bangladesh over the last decade, as media reports have confirmed. He also said the Bangladesh government has not received any official communication regarding the statement made by Malaysia’s Inspector General of Police on this matter.

Tensions surfaced at the Patuakhali district BNP council meeting held on July 2 following the attendance and participation of two leaders from Awami League-affiliated organizations—the Jubo League and Sramik League—as delegates. Grassroots BNP leaders expressed strong anger over the incident, posting on social media and demanding identification and action against those responsible. Many, including the district Chhatra Dal’s secretary, have called for leadership’s attention. The district BNP general secretary described the event as unfortunate and announced an inquiry committee will be formed soon to investigate the matter.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has accused certain groups of deliberately spreading misinformation to portray BNP as anti-reform. Speaking at a press conference in Gulshan on Sunday, he stated that BNP actively participated in discussions of the National Consensus Commission and agreed with most reform proposals. The party accepted the majority of recommendations from six reform commissions, including those on police reform, the Anti-Corruption Commission, public administration, the judiciary, and the Election Commission. Fakhrul added that BNP also made significant concessions on constitutional reforms, such as limiting the prime minister’s tenure, appointing the Chief Justice, and allocating parliamentary committee chairmanships to opposition parties. He reaffirmed BNP’s commitment to restoring democracy and pledged to build an equitable, humane, and prosperous Bangladesh beyond party interests.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has issued Local Warning Signal No. 3 for Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla, and Payra seaports due to a deep pressure difference over the northern Bay of Bengal. Squally winds of 45–60 km/h with rain and thunderstorms are expected. Fishing boats and trawlers have been advised to stay near the coast. Signal No. 1 has also been issued at several river ports. Dhaka and surrounding areas may see cloudy skies and light rain with mild winds.

Bangladesh faces a severe dengue outbreak risk this August and September, with over 12,000 hospitalizations and rising cases daily. The Aedes mosquito breeds rapidly in stagnant water caused by unplanned urbanization, poor sanitation, and climate change. Experts warn that without immediate, coordinated efforts—including destroying breeding sites, public awareness, and scientific monitoring—the situation could worsen dramatically. The crisis demands combined government and community action to control dengue, emphasizing larval control, hotspot targeting, and environmentally safe measures to prevent a national health emergency.

Allegations of crimes such as extortion, land grabbing, and misconduct have targeted BNP and NCP leaders and activists. While both parties claim to enforce strict disciplinary measures including suspensions and expulsions, many expelled members return to active roles after appeals. Despite declared zero tolerance policies, local leaders often remain influential. Analysts question the effectiveness of these actions as internal conflicts and power struggles persist across regions. NCP, a newer party, faces similar challenges with limited enforcement beyond warnings.

Professor Mahmuda Begum, mother of Amar Desh editor Mahmudur Rahman, passed away at the age of 87 due to age-related complications. She died early Sunday morning at Insaf Barakah Kidney Hospital in Dhaka. Mahmuda Begum was Vice Chairperson of Amar Desh Publications and a respected Bengali teacher at several colleges including Chittagong Government Commerce College and Comilla Victoria College. Her funeral prayer will be held at Gulshan Azad Mosque, followed by burial at Jurain Cemetery. She is survived by her son, daughter-in-law, sister, and many admirers.

Trade activities at Dinajpur's Hili land port have been temporarily suspended due to the public holiday for Ashura. All import-export and internal port operations are on hold from Sunday, July 6. However, cross-border travel through the Hili immigration checkpoint continues as usual for passport holders. The Hili C&F Agents Association confirmed that trade will resume on Monday morning. Immigration officials also assured full support for travelers crossing the border, ensuring smooth verification and transit during the suspension of port activities.

Veteran BNP leaders are being sidelined as so-called ‘hybrid’ and ‘neo-BNP’ members gain control within the party. These individuals, many with past ties to the ruling Awami League, are accused of extortion, land grabbing, and vandalism. Several incidents across Bangladesh have led to internal clashes and expulsions of local leaders. The party has responded with disciplinary actions, issuing show-cause notices and expulsions. BNP leadership has emphasized a zero-tolerance stance against misuse of the party name for criminal or unethical activities.

A violent clash between two rival groups at Chatlapar Bazar in Nasirnagar, Brahmanbaria on Saturday left one person dead and at least 30 injured.

The deceased, Sohrab Hossain Abir (27), a local leader of the opposition student group Chhatra Dal, was a member of the Molla faction. The conflict reportedly arose over dominance in the area between the Mohammad Ali and Molla factions. Shops were vandalized and looted during the incident.

Police brought the situation under control and deployed additional forces to prevent further violence. The injured were taken to nearby hospitals.

A mobile court in Kolmakanda, Netrokona fined Md. Rois Mia 50,000 Taka for illegally transporting sand from the Mohadeo River on July 5. The operation, led by Assistant Commissioner (Land) Mahmudul Hasan, also detained three workers and seized a sand-loaded boat. The workers were later released after signing a bond. Authorities confiscated 1,400 cubic feet of sand during the raid. The fine was imposed under Section 15(1) of the Sand and Soil Management Act, 2010. Officials confirmed that such enforcement drives will continue.

A traditional Tazia procession began on Sunday morning in Dhaka, following the commemoration of Holy Ashura. The procession started from the historic Hoseni Dalan Imambara after 10 AM, drawing thousands of Shia Muslims dressed in black to mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussain at the Battle of Karbala.

Participants carried symbolic weapons and flags, moving through Azimpur, Nilkhet, New Market, and Science Lab before concluding in Dhanmondi. The century-old Imambara saw large gatherings from early morning. Law enforcement agencies deployed heavy security throughout the procession route, with personnel stationed at the front, middle, and end of the procession to ensure safety.

Ashura is observed annually by Shia Muslims in remembrance of the martyrs of Karbala.

BNP Joint Secretary General Syed Emran Saleh Prince has accused the ruling Awami League of neglecting and marginalizing local government leaders. He claimed Awami League activists had monopolized local institutions, turning them into hubs of corruption and looting, while the administration remained complicit. Prince pledged that the BNP would work to strengthen local governance and ensure it is free from partisan influence, enabling elected representatives to serve the people effectively. He urged union council members to focus on their responsibilities and prepare for the BNP's future public welfare initiatives.

Bangladeshi political party JAGPA has announced a mass campaign and protest program demanding justice against Indian aggression and the return of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whom they call a “killer.” The party plans to besiege the Indian Embassy in Dhaka on August 6. JAGPA spokesperson Rashed Prodhan accused India of turning Bangladesh into a vassal state by denying fair water sharing from 54 common rivers and by engaging in cross-border killings, land encroachment, and cultural intervention. He called on the interim government to take India to the International Court of Justice and warned against future leaders being “authoritarian Indian puppets.”