Vandals set fire to the July Memorial in Netrokona town, according to a report published on June 10, 2026. A 25-second video circulating on social media shows three young men descending from the base of the monument near the Mogra River bridge in Moktarpara area at night, while slogans of 'Sheikh Hasina' and 'Joy Bangla' are heard. Burn marks were visible on the monument the following morning.

Officer-in-Charge Md. Al Mamun Sarkar of Netrokona Model Police Station said that Superintendent of Police Tarikul Islam and other senior officials visited the site in the morning. He confirmed that kerosene was used to ignite the fire, but the steel structure of the monument prevented any significant damage. Authorities have begun an investigation into the incident.

The police have not yet identified the individuals involved, and the motive behind the act remains under investigation.

A major humanitarian initiative has been launched in Cumilla, where local residents have voluntarily donated land worth hundreds of millions of taka to build a cemetery, hafizkhana, and old age home. On June 5, in the presence of the district council and city corporation administrators, residents Nasir Khan Munna, Mohon Khan, Professor Faruk Ahmed, and Ifthekhar Khan announced the donation of 300 shatak of land in the Ashoktala area of Cumilla city.

Nasir Khan Munna, chairman of Jenis Group, and his brother Mohon Khan, along with developer Professor Faruk Ahmed and local resident Ifthekhar Khan, decided to donate the land after discussing the shortage of burial spaces in the city. The city corporation administrator, Yusuf Molla Tipu, pledged support for boundary walls, land filling, and road construction, while district council administrator Mostak Mia promised assistance with building infrastructure.

According to Professor Faruk Ahmed, the project will begin with a public cemetery and gradually include facilities such as washing areas for the deceased, ablution and toilet facilities, prayer space, a residential hafizkhana, mosque, madrasa, and a 50-bed old age home for both men and women.

Shariful Sheikh, a young artist from Veramara in Kushtia, has created a stir by painting large portraits of global football star Lionel Messi on several walls near Arakandi Bazar in Bahadurpur. Covering about 16 by 10 feet, the four portraits—two in color and two in black and white—were completed entirely at his own expense. The artworks have attracted crowds of visitors who come to take photos and praise his creativity.

Shariful, a commercial artist and drawing teacher, said his admiration for Argentina and Messi began in 2002. He emphasized that the project was driven purely by passion, not commercial motives. Local residents and Argentina supporters have lauded his effort as both an expression of football fandom and a model of rural artistry. Observers noted that such large-scale depictions of international icons are rare in village settings.

Art critics and community members believe that with proper support, rural talents like Shariful could contribute significantly to the national art scene. His Messi portraits now stand as symbols of dedication, emotion, and creative spirit in the heart of Kushtia.

A Dhaka court has acquitted former Bangladesh national cricketer Nasir Hossain and his wife Tamima Sultana of all charges in a long-running case concerning the legality of their marriage. The verdict, delivered on June 10, 2026, concluded that there was insufficient legal evidence to prove the allegations. The case began in 2021 when Tamima’s former husband, Rakib Hasan, filed a complaint alleging that she married Nasir without legally divorcing him, making the subsequent marriage invalid and punishable.

The controversy started after photos of Nasir and Tamima’s wedding surfaced on social media in February 2021, sparking widespread discussion and leading to legal proceedings. The Police Bureau of Investigation later reported conflicting interpretations regarding the legality of Tamima’s previous divorce. The court formally began the trial in 2022, hearing testimony from about ten witnesses before both sides presented final arguments.

After reviewing all evidence and arguments, the court ruled that the prosecution failed to establish the charges beyond reasonable doubt. The verdict ends a five-year legal process that had drawn significant public and media attention in Bangladesh’s sports and social circles.

Bangladesh’s State Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Dr. M A Muhit, announced that the government will introduce an ‘e-health card’ system to digitally connect all levels of healthcare, from primary centers to specialized hospitals. The initiative aims to create a national referral network where each citizen will have a unique health ID. When patients visit hospitals, their medical records will automatically appear in the system, ensuring continuity of care and improved coordination across facilities.

Dr. Muhit explained that the e-health card will allow patients to access their complete medical history and prescriptions electronically. It will also help reduce unnecessary medication by maintaining transparent electronic records. The system is part of the government’s broader plan to digitalize the healthcare sector, improve efficiency, and ensure timely treatment through a structured referral process.

According to the minister, the e-health card will modernize patient management, enhance transparency, and strengthen Bangladesh’s overall health infrastructure by integrating digital tools into everyday medical services.

Three people were killed in a road accident in Mohanpur upazila of Rajshahi on Wednesday morning. The collision occurred in front of Kharail Mill Ghar on the Rajshahi-Naogaon highway when a Mahindra vehicle and a truck crashed head-on. One person, identified as Maruf Hossain, son of Mohammad Ali from Manda in Naogaon, died at the scene, while two others succumbed to their injuries at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital.

According to Mohanpur Police Station Officer-in-Charge Modachher Hossain Khan, the accident also left three others injured. He stated that a case over the road accident will be filed and necessary steps are being taken to hand over the bodies to their families.

The incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns in the region, as authorities continue to investigate the cause of the collision and process legal formalities.

Two passengers were killed when a dump truck ran over a CNG-powered autorickshaw in Madhabpur upazila of Habiganj on Wednesday morning. The accident occurred around 10 a.m. in the Bejura area along the Dhaka-Sylhet highway. The victims were identified as Akkas Mia, son of Babu Mia from Bengadoba village, and Monowara Begum, wife of Dr. Kamrul Islam from Noyapara Sayham Nagar.

According to police and eyewitnesses, the autorickshaw was traveling from Noyapara to Madhabpur when it was struck by a sand-laden dump truck, killing two passengers on the spot and seriously injuring two others. Fire service personnel and highway police from Shayestaganj rescued the victims and took the injured to the upazila health complex for treatment.

Shayestaganj Highway Police Officer-in-Charge Anjan Chakma stated that legal procedures regarding the incident are underway.

A man named Pankaj Shil, aged 35, was killed and another person, Tilak Shil, aged 40, was critically injured after being stabbed by suspected muggers in Patiya upazila of Chattogram on Tuesday night. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the Chakrashala area of Kochuai Union. Locals apprehended one suspect, identified as Abidul Islam, a 40-year-old resident of Gaibandha district, and handed him over to police.

According to local accounts, three people, including one wearing a burqa, were seen standing suspiciously by the roadside. When Pankaj and Tilak approached them to ask about their identity, an argument broke out, leading to the stabbing. Both victims were taken to Patiya Upazila Health Complex and later referred to Chattogram Medical College Hospital, where Pankaj died on the way. Tilak remains in critical condition in the ICU.

Police said the attackers are members of a mugging group. The detained suspect is being interrogated, and efforts are underway to identify and arrest the remaining two suspects. Legal proceedings are in progress.

A mobile court of RAJUK conducted an operation on June 10, 2026, in the Baigartek area of Monowara Housing, Pallabi, Dhaka. The court, led by Executive Magistrate Shahnaz Parvin Beethi along with authorized officers and building inspectors, disconnected electricity connections to 10 out of 11 under-construction buildings. The action was taken because the buildings were not being constructed according to RAJUK-approved designs.

During the operation, DPDC representatives assisted in disconnecting the power supply and seizing electric meters from the buildings. The affected properties included structures ranging from one to ten stories, owned by various individuals such as Badrul Monir, Nasir Uddin, Kamrul, Monir Hossain, and others. In some cases, parts of unauthorized structures, including walls and cantilevers, were demolished.

The mobile court’s enforcement aims to ensure compliance with approved building plans under RAJUK’s jurisdiction in Bawnia Mouza, Subzone 3/1. The operation reflects ongoing efforts to curb unauthorized construction in Dhaka’s residential areas.

A fire broke out early Wednesday at Jamtoil Purbo Bazar in Kamarkhand upazila of Sirajganj, destroying seven shops and causing an estimated loss of around Tk 4 million, according to affected traders. The blaze, which started around 6 a.m., is suspected by locals to have originated from an electrical short circuit before spreading to a rice hotel, sweet shop, salon, electronics store, and other small businesses.

The affected shop owners include Lal Mohan, Ratan Das, Rezaul Karim, Chan Mia, Lal Mia, Ripon, and Shahjahan. Fire service, police, and local residents managed to bring the fire under control after more than an hour of effort, but by then all the shops had been completely burned. Traders reported losing all goods and cash in the incident.

Farid Uddin, warehouse inspector of Kamarkhand Fire Service and Civil Defense, said the extent of the damage would be confirmed after investigation. Several traders appealed for government assistance following the losses.

At least 30 passengers were injured when two passenger buses, Hanif Paribahan and Bauphal Travels, collided head-on on the Dhaka-Barishal highway in Uzirpur’s Notun Shikarpur area early Wednesday night. The accident occurred amid rain, damaging the front sections of both vehicles. Injured passengers were rescued and taken to Uzirpur Upazila Health Complex and Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital in Barishal.

Police and fire service teams from Uzirpur and the highway station responded immediately after receiving the report, assisting locals in rescuing the injured and sending them to hospitals. The identities of the injured were not immediately known. Both buses have been seized by authorities following the crash.

According to Uzirpur Model Police Station officials, traffic movement on the highway was restored after the damaged vehicles were removed. The situation on the Dhaka-Barishal highway has since returned to normal.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has announced that future peacekeeping missions will be modern and technology-driven. He made the statement on Wednesday morning at the International United Nations Peacekeepers Day event held at Senakunja in Dhaka Cantonment. The Prime Minister said the sacrifices of peacekeepers will remain a shining example in the nation’s history and reaffirmed Bangladesh’s commitment to global peace under the UN flag.

He paid deep tribute to Bangladeshi peacekeepers who have sacrificed their lives for world peace since 1988, noting that 175 members have been martyred and many others injured while serving in UN missions. Rahman expressed condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the departed souls. He emphasized that the dedication of Bangladeshi peacekeepers demonstrates their resolve to defend not only national sovereignty but also global peace.

The Prime Minister added that the government remains committed to honoring the families of fallen and injured peacekeepers and to strengthening Bangladesh’s role in future UN peacekeeping operations through modernization and technology integration.

Gold prices in Bangladesh have dropped significantly following a decline in the global market. The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) announced a reduction of Tk 6,591 per bhori, setting the new price for 22-carat gold at Tk 222,782 per bhori. The revised rates took effect from 10 a.m. on Wednesday, according to a BAJUS notice.

The association stated that the price of pure gold in the local market had decreased, prompting the adjustment. Under the new pricing, 21-carat gold now costs Tk 212,635 per bhori, 18-carat gold Tk 182,250, and traditional gold Tk 148,424 per bhori. The last adjustment was made on June 6, when BAJUS reduced the price by Tk 5,482 per bhori.

So far this year, BAJUS has adjusted gold prices 72 times, with 37 increases and 35 decreases, reflecting ongoing volatility in both local and international markets.

As the World Cup draws near, football enthusiasm is surging across Rajshahi city and its surrounding villages. From tea stalls and markets to schools, offices, and universities, conversations are dominated by football. Streets, rooftops, and local shops are adorned with colorful flags and jerseys, while fans eagerly debate their favorite teams and players.

Communities in areas such as Sahebbazar, Laxmipur, Puthia, and Tanore are organizing collective viewing events, with many already collecting funds to set up large screens for night matches. Shops in Sahebbazar, New Market, and other town centers are seeing brisk sales of team jerseys, particularly those of Argentina and Brazil, followed by France, Portugal, and England.

Supporters of Argentina and Brazil remain the most visible, with massive flags displayed on rooftops and buildings. Social media is also buzzing with fan activity. Across Rajshahi, the atmosphere has turned festive as residents count down the days to the tournament’s opening whistle.

As Bangladesh’s BNP government prepares to present its first national budget, the country’s aviation and tourism industries are urging the government to move beyond nominal allocations and introduce a coherent policy framework they say has been missing for decades. Industry leaders argue that such a framework could transform these strategically important sectors into key drivers of economic growth.

Aviation operators are calling for tax relief on jet fuel, aircraft leasing, and airline operations to reduce costs and enhance competitiveness. They also seek budgetary support for operational readiness of the new terminal at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Tourism entrepreneurs, meanwhile, want the long-delayed National Tourism Master Plan implemented, along with investment incentives, institutional backing, and an electronic visa system to attract foreign visitors.

Stakeholders view the 2026–27 budget as a test of the BNP’s election pledge to make Bangladesh a regional aviation hub and a globally competitive tourism destination by 2034. They emphasize that the budget’s true measure will be whether it signals long-term policy commitment rather than just allocation size.