Following violent clashes and attacks on public property during a National Citizens Party (NCP) rally in Gopalganj, the interim government has formed a six-member investigative commission. Headed by former Justice Dr. Md. Abu Tariq, the commission has been tasked with delivering a report within three weeks. It will identify those responsible and recommend legal action and preventive measures. A government press release attributed the escalation to organized assaults by banned groups, necessitating curfews and military assistance to restore order.

Top leaders of Bangladesh’s ousted Awami League had scheduled a press conference in Delhi to address alleged "genocide" in Bangladesh. However, the event was abruptly postponed, officially citing a flight delay. The event, organized under the banner of "Bangladesh Human Rights Watch," was set for Wednesday at 5:30 PM local time. Unofficial diplomatic concerns from Dhaka are believed to have influenced the cancellation. Experts warn that such controversial events may strain India-Bangladesh relations. The Indian government has not yet issued a formal statement.

The interim government has amended the criminal procedure code, mandating that families, friends, or legal representatives of any arrested individual must be informed within 12 hours of arrest. The amendment was approved at a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus on Thursday. Legal Advisor Dr. Asif Nazrul emphasized that no delays beyond 12 hours will be permitted. Previously, the law required presenting the accused before a court within 24 hours and mandated immediate notification to families, based on High Court directives.

Human Rights Watch has accused the Indian government of forcibly deporting hundreds of Bengali Muslims to Bangladesh, including individuals legally residing in India. The organization claims that even lawful citizens are being mislabeled as “illegal infiltrators” under the Hindutva-driven BJP government—a move it deems a violation of international human rights laws. Between May and June, at least 1,500 people, including some Rohingyas, were pushed across the border. HRW also alleges coercion and threats by India’s Border Security Force (BSF). Bangladesh has stated it will not accept anyone without verified documentation. The UN has labeled this a violation of the principle of non-refoulement.

A longstanding border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has erupted into deadly violence. Thai F-16 fighter jets carried out airstrikes targeting Cambodian positions, killing nine civilians and injuring at least 14 in Thailand. Both countries are blaming each other for the aggression. As a result, nearly 40,000 residents from the border areas have been evacuated. Diplomatic relations have deteriorated, with both nations imposing trade and diplomatic restrictions. Analysts warn the conflict may escalate further unless de-escalation steps are taken immediately.

Former Chief Justice A.B.M. Khairul Haque was arrested Thursday morning from his residence in Dhanmondi. In response, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, accused Haque of causing "grave damage to the nation" during what he called a fascist regime. Rahman alleged that Haque’s controversial rulings enabled political mafias to engage in enforced disappearances, killings, and corruption. The Jamaat leader called for justice, pointing out that Haque retired in 2011 after handing down multiple contentious verdicts, including the abolition of the caretaker government system.

Sarjis Alam, chief organizer of the northern region for the Nationalist Citizen’s Party (NCP), said that “those who tried to erase the name of Cumilla are themselves erased from the country.” He made the statement during a mourning rally in Cumilla on Wednesday. Alam also paid tribute to fellow revolutionaries including Hasnat Abdullah, Asif Mahmud, Abu Bakr Mojumdar, and Rifat Rashid. Meanwhile, NCP leaders are currently visiting Brahmanbaria and Habiganj as part of their “July March” campaign.

A regional passenger plane carrying nearly 50 people, including five children, has gone missing in Russia’s Amur region. The aircraft, operated by Siberia-based Angara Airlines, vanished from radar on Thursday and lost all contact with air traffic control. The missing plane is an An-24 model, with 43 passengers and six crew members on board. Search operations are hampered by rugged terrain and severe weather, although helicopters and drones are being deployed. The Russian military has been asked to assist in the ongoing rescue efforts.

Mahtab Ahmed (14), a student at Milestone School who was severely burned in the Uttara fighter jet crash, passed away at 2:13 PM on Thursday in the ICU of the National Burn Institute. He had sustained burns over 85% of his body. Despite efforts by doctors, he could not be saved. A video of Mahtab running while engulfed in flames had gone viral, drawing national attention and prompting widespread prayers for his recovery. His death has left the nation mourning.

The government has decided to confer state honors on the two teachers who lost their lives in the recent Uttara fighter jet crash. The decision was made during Thursday's Advisor Council meeting. The session also included a minute of silence and a resolution of condolence. Measures to support injured victims and the families of the deceased were also announced. Special prayers will be held across all religious institutions on Friday for the departed souls. Details on how the honors will be awarded are expected soon.

A new documentary by Al Jazeera’s Investigative Unit alleges that then-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina ordered lethal force against protesters during the July 2024 uprising. Secretly recorded phone calls purportedly feature Hasina issuing “open orders.” According to the report, the uprising resulted in over 1,500 deaths and 25,000 injuries, with security forces allegedly firing 3 million rounds. The documentary highlights incidents including aerial shootings, five inconsistent post-mortem reports of Shaheed Abu Sayeed, and deliberate internet blackouts. The Awami League has rejected the allegations as fabricated and denied any use of lethal force on Hasina’s orders.

At the request of Bangladesh’s interim government, a Chinese emergency medical team is arriving in Dhaka to assist with treating burn victims from the recent plane crash at Milestone School and College in Uttara. The Chinese Embassy in Dhaka announced that a five-member team—comprising burn and plastic surgery specialists and nurses—will arrive on Thursday evening, July 24. They will assist with treatment and evaluation at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery. Prior to the visit, Chinese and Bangladeshi doctors held a virtual consultation to discuss critical care plans.

Bangladesh's local government elections will no longer include political party symbols. The decision was revealed by Sports Affairs Advisor Asif Mahmud via his verified Facebook page on Thursday. The Advisor Council has approved amendments to four proposed local government laws, eliminating party-affiliated symbols. The move is being seen as a major shift in the country’s local electoral system.

The government of Bangladesh has issued a new ordinance titled “Public Service (Second Amendment) Ordinance 2025,” repealing previous regulations. The term "disobedience," which sparked significant controversy in the earlier ordinance, has been removed. Instead, any act of disobeying a lawful government order will now be considered "misconduct disrupting public service." The ordinance, published Wednesday night, is effective immediately.

Hindutva activist Kajal Hindustani has stirred controversy in New York after delivering a speech filled with Islamophobic rhetoric. She referred to Muslims as “Abdul,” “zombies,” and “enemies of Hindus,” comparing them to demons from Hindu mythology. She also accused Muslim men of "mass-producing children for war" and claimed actors Salman Khan and Saif Ali Khan are part of a conspiracy to convert Hindus. Despite calls from U.S.-based religious groups to cancel her tour, Kajal refused. Her remarks received support from segments of the Indian diaspora, reflecting a worrying rise in anti-Muslim sentiment. Previously, the New York mayor canceled participation in one of her events, and she was arrested in Gujarat in 2023 over similar remarks. Kajal’s social media followers include Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.