Fatema Khanam Liza, former spokesperson for the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement in Chattogram, announced her resignation from politics via a Facebook live video.

In her emotional address, Liza alleged a systematic smear campaign targeting female leaders to push them out of politics. “There was a time when many women were active in Chattogram’s political scene. Today, they’ve vanished,” she said. “Now they’re targeting me with slander just to sideline me.”

She criticized senior leaders for enabling toxic political culture and said, “Our politics has been hijacked by a few self-serving individuals who form one ‘quorum’ after another in liaison with central leadership. They must be held accountable.”

Marriage breakdowns in Chuadanga district are soaring due to growing social and personal instability. According to the Chuadanga District Registrar’s Office, the district recorded 8,106 marriages in 2024—while 5,521 ended in divorce.

Local marriage registrar Kazi Shamsul Haque attributes the trend primarily to extramarital affairs, with other factors including emotional incompatibility, long-distance relationships due to foreign employment, and lack of mutual trust. Issues like child marriage and frequent conflicts are also contributing to the collapse of marriages in the district.

Chattogram police have submitted the first charge sheet in the murder case of a shop employee during the July uprising, naming 231 individuals, including three former ministers. Most of the accused remain at large.

According to the police, Shahidul Islam Shahid, who worked at a local shoe store, was shot dead on August 3, 2024, in the Bahaddarhat area. His brother filed a murder case at Chandgaon Police Station on August 15 of the same year.

Sub-Inspector Nurul Haque, the investigating officer, submitted the charge sheet to the prosecution division on July 30, 2025. It was then formally filed with the Chattogram Metropolitan Magistrate’s Court on July 31. The list of accused includes former ministers Hasan Mahmud, Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Javed, Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nowfel, and former Chattogram Mayor A J M Nasir Uddin, among others.

Protesters claim Shahid was killed by gunfire from police as well as activists from the ruling party's youth and student wings. However, police deny using live ammunition, stating only tear gas and rubber bullets were used to protect the mayor’s residence.

Bogura, Bangladesh – The Jatiya Party office in Bogura has once again come under attack. On Friday night, a group of 30–35 unidentified individuals stormed the office located on Kabi Nazrul Islam Road near the Sadar Police Station and vandalized the premises.

Local party leaders have expressed strong condemnation and deep frustration over the incident, urging law enforcement to take immediate legal action. According to Lutfar Rahman Sarkar Swapan, Joint General Secretary of the Bogura District Jatiya Party, several members were at the office until around 9 PM before heading to Satmatha for tea. The attack occurred around 9:30 PM, shortly after they left.

Sadar Police Station Officer-in-Charge stated that legal steps would be taken once a formal complaint is received.

A flight departing from Cox’s Bazar to Dhaka was delayed by an hour after the aircraft collided with a stray dog on the runway Saturday evening. The incident occurred at 7 PM as an Air Astra plane carrying 72 passengers was preparing for takeoff. The dog died on impact, but all passengers remained safe. Airport director Golam Mortuza noted that dog intrusions increase after dusk due to reduced lighting, despite the presence of 189 Ansar personnel on duty. He acknowledged that full prevention remains a challenge.

Hefazat-e-Islam has called on the government to ensure justice for both the individual accused of making derogatory comments about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on Facebook and for the minority homes attacked in Rangpur’s Gangachara. In a statement, the group urged an investigation into possible Indian involvement in inciting such incidents. They also alleged that similar past events were fueled by the ruling party and misrepresented in the media as communal violence. The group claimed that Hindu individuals were arrested in previous temple vandalism cases and accused foreign and domestic actors of fueling sectarian unrest.

In a 24-hour nationwide crackdown, police arrested 1,382 individuals linked to various crimes, according to a statement from the Police Headquarters. Among them, 801 were apprehended based on existing warrants, while the rest were arrested in connection with ongoing investigations. Authorities also seized firearms, including two one-shooter guns, pistols, revolvers, foreign-made weapons, magazines, and four rounds of ammunition. Police emphasized that such operations will continue to maintain law and order across the country.

Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, described bilateral relations as “spiritual and natural,” emphasizing that economic trade is the core of the partnership. He is currently on a three-day visit to Tripura aimed at strengthening cross-border ties. On the first day, he inspected Agartala’s Integrated Checkpost and land port, and held meetings with officials from India’s Land Port Authority, immigration, and customs departments. The visit reflects Bangladesh’s high level of trust in India and a commitment to deepening economic ties.

Tangail police have arrested five individuals—including three local BNP leaders—accused of demanding a BDT 500,000 extortion payment from a fish trader using a letter signed in the name of the "Killer Gang." The arrested include Ward 8 BNP President Golam Rabbani, General Secretary Shah Alam Mia, Ward 7 General Secretary Zubair Hossain, as well as Abdullah Al Mamun and Sabbir Mia. The threatening letter warned the victim against contacting authorities, stating they would ensure the body would never be found. Local BNP leaders claim the charges are politically motivated.

BNP leader Mir Helal described acting party chairman Tarique Rahman as a principled and patriotic leader whose vision is solely focused on Bangladesh. Helal claimed that detractors lack the political strength to counter Rahman’s ideology. He accused certain groups of trying to destabilize the nation but assured that all communities are safe under BNP leadership. He expressed hope that under Rahman’s leadership, Bangladesh will become a model of communal harmony, following the principles of the late President Ziaur Rahman.

Renowned film director Malek Afsari attempted to visit Jamaat-e-Islami chief Dr. Shafiqur Rahman at the hospital but was unable to enter due to crowding and hospital restrictions. “I felt a strong emotional pull to go see him,” said Afsari. Though he anticipated being turned away, he still made the trip and waited outside briefly. Later at home, he saw Dr. Jahangir Kabir on TV confirming the surgery’s success, which gave him relief. Afsari noted that prayers for Dr. Shafiqur were being offered by people from all walks of life, not just Jamaat supporters.

An eight-year-old student injured in the recent aircraft crash at Milestone School and College in Uttara has been discharged from the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery. Dr. Shawon Bin Rahman confirmed that second-grade student Shreya Ghosh was released after her condition improved. So far, nine injured students have been discharged, with 28 others still receiving treatment. All patients are reportedly showing signs of recovery, and discharged students will receive ongoing treatment as needed.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on citizens to prioritize domestic products and safeguard national economic interests amidst global instability. This comes after former U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on Indian exports—reportedly the highest among South Asian nations. Modi appealed especially to traders and retailers, urging them to commit to selling only Indian-made goods. This statement follows growing U.S. pressure, including warnings of increased tariffs if India continues purchasing oil from Russia.

Trade Advisor Sheikh Bashir Uddin has announced that Bangladesh will disclose a confidential agreement with the United States, originally signed during the Trump administration to counter trade tariffs. He emphasized that the non-disclosure agreement contains nothing against national interests.

“Any potentially unfavorable clauses were addressed during negotiations. If the deal threatens our economic capacity or macroeconomic stability, it will not be enforced,” Uddin said. He also mentioned that while the US invoked national security as a basis for the deal, discussions remained confidential by mutual agreement.

Regarding food security, Uddin noted that Bangladesh imports $15–20 billion worth of food annually and importing from the US at competitive prices could help stabilize the domestic market. Plans are underway to reduce the trade deficit through energy and agricultural imports from the US.

Milestone School and College in Uttara is set to partially reopen on Sunday after an extended closure following a recent plane crash. Public Relations Officer Shah Bulbul stated Saturday evening that classes for students from grades 9 to 12 will resume in a limited capacity. A memorial event will also be held that day.

“Initially, classes will be kept minimal—one or two sessions instead of the usual eight per day. Our goal is to help students gradually return to a sense of normalcy,” Bulbul explained. He added that teachers remain actively involved, counseling services are ongoing, and a medical camp supported by the Air Force is offering both physical and psychological support.