Ayman, a 10-year-old student injured in the recent training aircraft crash at Uttara Milestone School and College, passed away Friday morning at the National Burn Institute. He had suffered burns on 45% of his body. With his death, the total number of fatalities has risen to 35. Currently, 41 individuals remain hospitalized, six of whom are in critical condition. The government is covering all medical expenses, while international medical experts are assisting in treatment efforts. Ayman’s death has plunged his family into deep mourning.

An unidentified man entered Saghata Police Station in Gaibandha on Thursday night and stabbed Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Mohsin Ali in the head and hand. The attacker also attempted to snatch a rifle before fleeing by jumping into a nearby pond behind the station. After an overnight search, his body was recovered Friday morning by the fire service. His identity remains unknown. ASI Mohsin Ali is currently in stable condition and out of danger.

SpaceX's satellite-based internet service, Starlink, suffered a massive global outage lasting nearly two and a half hours, impacting more than six million users across over 140 countries. The disruption was caused by a software malfunction, confirmed by Starlink’s Head of Engineering, Michael Nicolls. Elon Musk also addressed the issue on X, expressing regret and assuring a permanent fix. Analysts are calling it the most significant outage in Starlink’s history. Since its launch in 2020, Starlink has deployed over 8,000 satellites, providing internet access to remote areas worldwide.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmail Baghaei, has strongly condemned Israel’s continued attacks on Gaza, accusing it of genocide with the support of the West. He stated that Israel kills with Western weapons, enforces starvation, and evades accountability through U.S. vetoes and Western backing. In a statement on X, he called for an end to double standards, protection of Gaza’s civilians, and prosecution of Israeli war criminals. Recent Israeli airstrikes have pushed the Palestinian death toll beyond 59,500.

Malaysian authorities have deported 198 individuals, including 123 Bangladeshis, from Kuala Lumpur International Airport for failing to meet entry requirements. The Border Control and Protection Agency stated that the passengers were returned under the ‘Not to Land’ policy and must be repatriated by the respective airlines. Other deportees include nationals from Pakistan, Indonesia, India, Syria, and Vietnam. Malaysia has reiterated that it will not allow its airports to become transit hubs for illegal migration. On July 11, another 96 Bangladeshis were similarly deported.

At least 89 Palestinians were killed and 453 wounded in the past 24 hours due to continued Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, according to Anadolu Agency. This brings the total death toll since the conflict reignited in March—following the collapse of a January ceasefire—to 8,447, and the overall toll to more than 59,586. Many bodies remain trapped under rubble. Separately, 23 people were killed while trying to collect humanitarian aid.

One Bangladeshi national, Md. Millat Hossain (21), was killed and another, Md. Afsar (31), injured after Indian Border Security Force (BSF) opened fire at the Basbariya border in Parshuram upazila, Feni. The incident occurred late Thursday night when the two reportedly crossed the border into Indian territory. Locals rescued the injured and took them to the hospital, where Millat later died. The area is known for smuggling activity, and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has confirmed it will lodge an official protest.

A progress review meeting on customs and VAT revenue collection was held under the leadership of NBR’s Chairman of the Internal Resources Division, Md. Abdur Rahman Khan. The chairman praised the performance of high-achieving commissionerates and customs houses. He emphasized preventing tax evasion, expediting cargo clearance, timely audits, and regular updates on bonded licenses and BIN suspensions. Plans are underway to introduce a new software system as an alternative to ASYCUDA, following a successful pilot. The meeting stressed the importance of trade facilitation and risk management in boosting revenue.

At least 15 people have been killed in lightning strikes across West Bengal, India. The fatalities include 9 in Bankura, 5 in East Burdwan, and 1 in West Midnapore. Many victims were working in fields during thunderstorms when struck. Separate incidents occurred in Kotulpur, Onda, Indas, and Joypur. Several others were injured and are currently being treated at local hospitals. Police have sent the bodies for autopsy at Ghatal Subdivisional Hospital.

Research and advocacy organization Pragna expressed concerns over the advisory committee’s decision to hold talks with tobacco companies regarding amendments to the tobacco control law. They warned that such meetings violate Article 5.3 of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), potentially damaging the country’s reputation. Pragna demanded the removal of tobacco industry participation in the amendment process and urged swift passage of the law. Bangladesh ratified this international treaty in 2003, and the Ministry of Health is implementing its guidelines.

Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and Border Security Forces have arrested 33 Bangladeshis in Chagai district of Balochistan while attempting to cross into Iran. The group had legally entered Pakistan on valid visas during June and July of this year but later tried to enter Iran without proper documentation. Security forces intercepted and interrogated them, and preliminary investigations suggest that they may be involved in a human trafficking network.

In a bold diplomatic move aimed at establishing a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, France has announced its recognition of Palestine as an independent state. President Emmanuel Macron stated that the official announcement will be made during the UN General Assembly in September. He emphasized France’s strong stance on a ceasefire in Gaza, humanitarian aid, disarmament of Hamas, and the creation of a Palestinian state. Experts believe this recognition could significantly increase international diplomatic pressure.

In remembrance of the victims of the recent plane crash involving Milestone School & College students in Uttara, the Bangladesh Embassy in Tehran has opened a condolence book. The book was made available on July 22, Bangladesh’s National Day of Mourning. Ambassadors from Iran, Belarus, Malaysia, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam have already signed. The book will remain open until Sunday, and messages of sympathy can also be sent via the embassy’s official email.

The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has officially invited Bangladesh for final tariff negotiations in Washington on July 29, confirmed Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman. The Bangladeshi delegation will be led by Trade Advisor Sheikh Bashir Uddin. Discussions may also be held virtually. Bangladesh hopes to negotiate a reduction in the current 35% tariff rate and has proposed duty-free imports of cotton, wheat, LNG, aircraft, and agricultural products from the U.S. A deal has already been signed to import 700,000 tons of wheat.

Apple’s upcoming iPad Pro will introduce dual front-facing cameras, one for landscape and another for portrait mode, ensuring users remain centered during FaceTime, video calls, and selfies regardless of device orientation. The new model will also feature the more powerful and energy-efficient M5 chip, improving battery life and multitasking. This chip is expected to be integrated into other Apple products like Vision Pro, MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and iMac in the future, marking a significant technological leap for the iPad Pro line.