The Bangladesh Coast Guard has seized approximately 130,000 yaba tablets valued at around Tk 6.5 crore during a special operation in Teknaf, Cox’s Bazar. The operation took place early Tuesday near Alikhali area under Hnila Union, based on secret intelligence. One suspected drug dealer was detained during the raid, according to a press release issued by Coast Guard media officer Lieutenant Commander Sabbir Alam Sujon.

The seized yaba tablets were recovered from a residential house suspected of being used for drug trafficking. The Coast Guard stated that legal proceedings are underway against the detained individual and regarding the confiscated narcotics. The operation was conducted by the Teknaf station team as part of ongoing efforts to curb drug smuggling in the region.

Authorities have not yet disclosed further details about the suspect or the broader network involved, but the Coast Guard indicated that follow-up legal actions are in process.

Football enthusiasts in Sunamganj organized a motorcycle rally on Tuesday afternoon to express their support for Argentina’s national football team amid global World Cup excitement. The procession began at the city’s Heritage Museum, with participants waving Argentine flags and wearing team jerseys as they paraded through key streets.

The rally featured fans blowing whistles, beating drums, and chanting slogans in favor of Argentina. People of all ages, from children to the elderly, joined the long procession carrying banners and festoons. The event created a festive atmosphere across the city, with participants singing, taking photos, and celebrating their shared passion for the team.

Supporters described their deep emotional connection to Argentina’s football legacy, recalling memories tied to the team’s past successes. Many expressed hope that Argentina would achieve victory in the upcoming World Cup, pledging to enjoy the tournament together as a community of fans.

Bangladeshi actor Mosharraf Karim reportedly faced an unpleasant situation in Kolkata while visiting with his wife, actress Robena Reza Jui. The incident gained attention on social media on Tuesday morning and was later covered by news outlets. Reports claimed that some individuals allegedly linked to the Awami League attempted to harass the actor outside his hotel on Sunday night, shouting abusive words before he quickly left the area.

However, Mosharraf Karim later told a media outlet that the situation was exaggerated online and that nothing significant had occurred. He urged people not to believe rumors spread on social media, saying the incident did not contain enough substance to be considered newsworthy. The general secretary of the Actors’ Association, Rashed Mamun Apu, said he had no information about the matter.

According to the report, Mosharraf Karim and his wife are currently in Kolkata for personal leisure, not for professional work, and are expected to return to Dhaka within a few days.

Justice and Democracy Party (JDP) convener Naeem Ahmad stated that if Sheikh Mujibur Rahman were alive, Bangladesh would still have only four newspapers, all edited by him. He made the remarks on Tuesday at a discussion held at Madhur Canteen to mark Newspaper Black Day. Ahmad argued that Mujib would not have allowed media outlets such as Jamuna Television, Amar Desh, or Prothom Alo to operate and linked the closure of several media houses to divine justice.

He further said that even after the mass uprising, media freedom had not flourished, alleging that many outlets had become rehabilitation and protection centers for the Awami League. Ahmad warned that some of these “media leagues” were now trying to portray the BNP as fascist and urged vigilance. He lamented that only four newspapers—Dainik Bangla, Bangladesh Observer, Ittefaq, and Bangladesh Times—had been allowed during Mujib’s era, calling them mouthpieces of BAKSAL.

Speakers at the event, including JDP and National Student Forum representatives, called for building a free, truthful, and people-centered media and condemned attacks on outlets such as Prothom Alo and Amar Desh.

A Dhaka court has ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to investigate the alleged negligence-related death of Dr. Nafisa Tabassum Dhipra, a female physician from Dhanmondi. The case was filed by her relative, Md. Mashiur Rahman Shah, accusing four individuals including her husband, father-in-law, mother-in-law, and a magazine editor. Metropolitan Magistrate Jewel Rana issued the order on June 16, 2026, after recording the complainant’s statement.

According to the case details, Dhipra, who married her classmate Dr. Rahmat Rashid, faced continuous physical and mental abuse from her in-laws due to her less affluent background. The complaint alleges that despite being doctors, the accused neglected her medical care and obstructed her professional progress. It also claims she was confined without food for three days before collapsing in front of her mother on June 4.

The complaint further states that the accused delayed taking her to a hospital, leading to her death en route to BIRDEM Hospital. It alleges that they used influence to avoid an autopsy and quickly buried her, describing the death as a planned murder rather than a natural one.

A Dhaka court has granted a three-day remand for 13 Awami League activists in a case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act at Banani Police Station. Metropolitan Magistrate Md. Jewel Rana issued the order on Tuesday. Another accused, Md. Taibur Saif, was ordered to be produced before the juvenile court as he is underage. The investigation officer, Sub-Inspector Saiful Islam, had sought a seven-day remand for the accused.

According to the remand petition, the accused were arrested on June 13 from a microbus near Banani Navy Headquarters. Police alleged that they are active members of a banned organization and were distributing leaflets and posters aimed at tarnishing the government's image and conspiring to overthrow it. The petition also mentioned that on May 16, some of the accused had participated in an illegal procession near the same location. During the operation, police seized 24 PVC posters bearing Sheikh Hasina’s image, a motorcycle, and mobile phones.

Defense lawyers argued that the accused were not affiliated with any political organization and were merely watching a T20 World Cup match together on the day of the incident.

BNP Health Affairs Secretary Professor Dr. Md. Rafiqul Islam visited journalist and diplomat Mushfiqul Fazal Ansari at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Dhaka on Tuesday afternoon. During the visit, Dr. Rafiqul Islam inquired about Ansari’s health condition, spoke with his family members, and discussed treatment details with the attending physicians. He also requested that necessary medical measures be taken.

Mushfiqul Fazal Ansari, a prominent journalist and diplomat, was admitted to CMH on June 15 after experiencing chest pain. Initial medical examinations confirmed a heart condition, and he is currently under the close supervision of Brigadier General Dr. Syeda Aleya Soltana, a cardiology specialist at CMH. According to the report, his physical condition is now stable.

The visit by the BNP health secretary highlights concern within political and media circles for Ansari’s recovery, as he continues to receive specialized cardiac care at the military hospital.

The traditional product ‘Manikganj’s Hazari molasses’ has officially received Geographical Indication (GI) certification from the Department of Patents, Designs and Trademarks under the Ministry of Industries. The recognition was granted on Monday, June 15, 2026, under the Geographical Indication of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 2013. According to the certificate, the product’s registration number is 64, and the registration date is May 20, 2024.

Hazari molasses, produced for generations across different parts of Manikganj, is widely known for its distinctive taste, quality, and cultural heritage. The GI recognition is expected to enhance the product’s reputation and open new market opportunities both nationally and internationally.

Local residents expressed joy over the certification, describing it as a matter of pride and fulfillment of a long-cherished dream. Stakeholders believe the recognition will help preserve the heritage of Hazari molasses, protect producers’ interests, and expand its market reach beyond Bangladesh.

The trial of former Superintendent of Police Anisur Rahman and seven others has begun at International Crimes Tribunal-1 over the 2016 incident in which two Islami Chhatra Shibir leaders were allegedly shot and crippled by police in Jhikargacha, Jashore. The prosecution opened its arguments on Tuesday, followed by testimony from victim Israfi Hossain, who recounted the events leading to his arrest and subsequent shooting.

According to Israfi’s testimony, he and fellow Shibir leader Ruhul Amin were detained by police on August 3, 2016, after being stopped near Bandalitola village. He described severe physical abuse at the police station and said senior officers, including the then-SP, were involved in ordering the assault. Israfi alleged that both men were later shot in the legs and left untreated, leading to infections that required amputation.

The tribunal heard that the victims were later charged under the Arms and Explosives Acts before being released on bail. Israfi demanded maximum punishment for the accused, claiming similar abuses had occurred to others in custody.

Two police officers were injured in Mohammadpur, Dhaka, when a group of robbers attacked them with sharp weapons during a police raid on June 16, 2026. The incident followed a morning robbery in Adabor, where a mobile money agent named Shafiqul Islam was severely injured and robbed of about 350,000 taka. Later in the day, police traced the suspects to an area near Delta Garments, where the gang resisted arrest and attacked the officers.

Police responded with gunfire, injuring two gang members and arresting four suspects, including individuals known locally as 'Chora Rubel' and 'Kana Amir'. According to Dhaka Metropolitan Police’s Tejgaon Division, the officers fired in self-defense. The arrested suspects were reportedly linked to a long-active gang involved in robbery, extortion, and land grabbing across Adabor, Mohammadpur, and nearby areas.

Local residents said several youth gangs have been operating in these neighborhoods for years, engaging in criminal activities and spreading fear. Police are now interrogating the detainees to identify other members of the network.

A Cumilla court has denied bail to Shibir central leader Jisan, who was arrested in a case involving allegations of rape and forced abortion. After two hours of dramatic developments, he was brought from Cumilla Medical College Hospital to the Judicial Magistrate Amli Court-3 on Tuesday afternoon. Judge Taiyeb Uddin Ahmed rejected his bail plea and ordered that he be sent to jail.

Earlier, controversy arose over whether Jisan was medically fit to appear in court. To resolve the issue, the hospital authorities formed a four-member medical board, which conducted several tests and declared him healthy. Following the board’s report, Jisan was discharged from the hospital on Tuesday.

Defense lawyer Advocate Monir Hossain Patwari told reporters that the police did not follow proper procedures in bringing the accused to court, alleging that the transfer process involved unnecessary drama. Despite their bail application, the court ordered Jisan’s imprisonment.

Jahangirnagar University has granted full exemption from punishment to 16 Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) leaders involved in the July attack case. Out of 189 punished leaders, 43 had appealed for reconsideration. The decision was made at a syndicate meeting held early Tuesday, chaired by Vice-Chancellor Professor Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan, and announced by Registrar A.B.M. Azizur Rahman.

According to the registrar, among 21 leaders who were expelled for life, five were fully exempted, eight had their punishment reduced to two years, and five to one year. Of eight leaders previously punished for two years, six were released from penalty. Additionally, among 12 whose certificates had been canceled, five were cleared, while four received one-year and three received two-year punishments.

The syndicate meeting reviewed all appeals and finalized the decisions accordingly, marking a significant revision of disciplinary actions related to the July incident.

Fisheries, Livestock and Agriculture Minister Mohammad Aminur Rashid announced that the government will allocate more funds for livestock research in the coming years. Speaking as the chief guest at the closing workshop of the Bangladesh Livestock Research Institute’s (BLRI) ‘Buffalo Research and Development (First Revised)’ project on Tuesday, he emphasized that no nation can progress without research and that the government will not hesitate to invest in it. He also stressed the need to ensure that genuine research is being conducted.

The minister highlighted the importance of popularizing buffalo farming, noting that buffalo milk is a valuable resource in developed countries. He suggested expanding salt-tolerant grass cultivation in coastal areas to promote buffalo farming and called for further research on profitable farming in limited spaces. Earlier in the day, he visited BLRI’s goat research farm and underscored the cultural and economic significance of the Black Bengal goat, encouraging investment in goat farming to create employment opportunities.

The event was chaired by BLRI Director General Dr. Shakila Faruq and attended by senior officials from the ministry, universities, and related institutions.

The University of Chittagong has issued a recruitment notice to hire 46 teachers across 15 departments. The application process has already begun and will continue until 8 July at 3:30 p.m. Interested candidates must submit their applications within the specified timeframe along with all required documents.

According to the announcement, applicants can collect the application form and view the full notice through the university’s official link. Completed applications must be sent either directly or by post to the Acting Registrar of the University of Chittagong. A non-refundable application fee of 1,000 taka must be paid via bank draft or pay order in favor of the Registrar, and the payment receipt must be attached to the application.

The notice provides detailed instructions for submission and payment, ensuring transparency in the recruitment process for academic positions at the university.

Switzerland has expressed interest in participating in ground handling operations at the third terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. The interest was conveyed by Swiss Ambassador to Bangladesh Reto Renggli during a courtesy meeting with Civil Aviation and Tourism Adviser Afroza Khanam (Rita) and State Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat at the Secretariat on Tuesday morning, according to the ministry’s public relations department.

During the meeting, both sides emphasized strengthening and expanding the existing bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Switzerland in a dynamic and multifaceted manner. The Swiss side also expressed willingness to work jointly in Bangladesh’s aviation sector and highlighted the interest of Swiss company Swissport in taking part in the airport’s ground handling operations.

In response, the adviser and state minister invited Swissport to submit a formal proposal and assured that the matter would be considered positively. Previously, the United Kingdom and Turkey had also shown interest in participating in the third terminal’s ground handling activities.