The Government of Bangladesh has formed a 15-member ad hoc committee to administer the Bangladesh Bar Council, the regulatory body for lawyers in the country. According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, the Attorney General of Bangladesh will serve as the committee’s chairman. The committee’s tenure will run from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The notification, issued by the Law and Justice Division on Tuesday, stated that the committee was constituted under the authority granted by Section 4(2) of the Bangladesh Legal Practitioners and Bar Council Order, 1972. Senior lawyer Zainul Abedin has been appointed vice-chairman. Other members include senior and regional lawyers such as Barrister Md. Badruddoza Badol, Masud Ahmed Talukder, Jasim Uddin Sarkar, A.H.M. Mushfiqur Rahman Tuhin, Barrister Ragib Rauf Chowdhury, Nasir Uddin Asim, Sarker Tahmina Begum Sandhya, Mohammad Hossain Lipu, Mohammad Shishir Monir, Md. Nazim Uddin Chowdhury of Chattogram, Ali Asgar of Bogura, Syed Nazrul Islam of Dhaka, and Mahfuzur Rahman Milon. The formation ensures continuity in the Bar Council’s operations until the next regular council is constituted.

At least ten people, including several children, were injured after being bitten by a dog in Dumki upazila of Patuakhali on Tuesday morning. The attacks began around 9 a.m. in different areas of the upazila, and the injured were treated at the Dumki Upazila Health Complex’s emergency department. Five of the victims were later referred to Patuakhali Sadar Hospital for advanced treatment. Witnesses said a black-and-white dog roamed through several villages, biting pedestrians and children. The incident has caused widespread fear among residents. Most of the injured victims are children aged between five and eleven. Dumki Upazila Livestock Officer Ashik Hazra stated that the matter has been reported to the upazila administration and that efforts are underway to identify and capture the dog. Health officials confirmed that all ten victims received medical care following the attacks.

Dr. Mahmudur Rahman, editor of the daily Amar Desh, stated that the Battle of Plassey in 1757 was primarily fought to plunder Bengal’s wealth. He made the remark on Tuesday afternoon at a discussion titled “From Plassey to Bangladesh: Lessons of History and the Present Context,” organized by the Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union. Rahman described the battle as a staged event where local elites like Mir Jafar and Jagat Seth allied with the British East India Company for personal gain, leading to massive exploitation and famine. He said the British looting caused the devastating famine of 1770, which killed a third of the population in Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha, and reduced India’s share of global GDP from 25 percent to 4 percent. Rahman criticized the British for defaming Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah through fabricated stories such as the “Black Hole of Calcutta” and urged the university’s history department to launch a PhD project to uncover historical truths. Linking past and present, Rahman praised the youth for ending what he called the worst fascism in 2024 without foreign help but warned that internal divisions among revolutionaries could endanger the hard-won freedom.

Violent clashes broke out between activists of the BNP and Jamaat in Palashbari upazila of Gaibandha on Monday night, prompting the local administration to impose Section 144 to restore order. The restriction, announced by Upazila Nirbahi Officer Sheikh Jaber Ahmed, will remain in effect from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Tuesday. The confrontation, which began around 10 p.m. in the Jundah Bazar area, left at least eight people injured and disrupted traffic on the Dhaka–Rangpur highway for about an hour. According to local accounts, the violence erupted after BNP activists allegedly assaulted a local Islami Chhatra Shibir leader over a previous dispute. Both groups later gathered at the market, leading to a series of clashes that injured at least ten people, including Palashbari BNP president Abdus Samad, who was later transferred to Bogura’s Shaheed Ziaur Rahman Medical College Hospital. Shops and businesses in Jundah Bazar were reportedly vandalized and looted during the unrest. BNP leaders accused Jamaat-Shibir members of attacking their activists, while Jamaat representatives denied the allegation, claiming the conflict started over a football match. Police intervened to control the situation, and authorities imposed Section 144 to prevent further escalation.

The Bangladesh Parliament on Tuesday passed the Cyber Security (Amendment) Bill 2026, introduced by the Minister of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, Fakir Mahbub Anam. The bill was approved by voice vote after resolving proposals for public opinion review and committee scrutiny. It removes Section 20 of the existing law, which dealt with gambling-related offenses, as a new law on online gambling has been enacted with detailed definitions and penalties. During discussions, opposition members urged that the law not be used to suppress dissent or harass political opponents. They emphasized the need to protect women from cyber harassment and ensure freedom of expression. Independent MP Rumin Farhana highlighted the growing challenges of cyberbullying and misinformation in the age of artificial intelligence, while other lawmakers called for cautious enforcement to prevent misuse against students, politicians, and ordinary citizens. Home Minister Salauddin Ahmed said the government is taking separate initiatives to address misinformation, defamation, and social harmony issues on social media. Opposition leader Shafiqul Rahman acknowledged the law’s importance but stressed that proper implementation is crucial to avoid public fear and ensure justice.

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) carried out an eviction drive and mobile court operation at Dhanmondi Lake on Tuesday, led by Executive Magistrate Mohammad Aminul Islam. The operation aimed to preserve the city’s beauty, ensure public access, and free government open spaces from illegal occupation. During the drive, unauthorized temporary structures, makeshift shops, and hawkers operating beyond lease conditions were removed to make the area open and clean for the public. Four cases were filed, and a total fine of 3,000 taka was collected for illegal business activities on sidewalks and open spaces. According to DSCC, such mobile court operations and eviction drives will continue regularly to keep city sidewalks, roads, and open spaces free from encroachment. The corporation urged residents to cooperate by refraining from illegal occupation to help build a clean, safe, and livable Dhaka. The DSCC also emphasized that ongoing monitoring will be maintained to preserve the aesthetic environment of Dhanmondi Lake and ensure convenience for the public.

Across Europe, rising temperatures have intensified demand for air conditioning, yet most German households still lack such systems. Data show that while nearly 90 percent of U.S. homes have air conditioning, the European average is only 20 percent, and in Germany just 6 percent of homes have central cooling. The shift is driven by climate change, with June 2026 temperatures in Europe recorded as 2 to 4 degrees Celsius higher than late 20th-century averages, sharply increasing electricity demand for cooling. Experts attribute Germany’s slow adoption to housing design optimized for heat retention, high installation costs, and strict architectural preservation rules in historic cities. Many residents live in rented apartments where installing air conditioners requires landlord approval. High electricity prices also discourage use, with 38 percent of Europeans reporting they cannot afford adequate cooling during heatwaves. Environmental concerns are prompting interest in sustainable alternatives such as natural ventilation, heat-resistant materials, green roofs, district cooling, and AI-powered air conditioning systems that operate up to 40 percent more efficiently. Analysts note that as summers grow hotter, northern European countries are gradually adapting to this new climate reality.

In the 2026–27 fiscal year budget discussions, the opposition in Bangladesh’s Parliament submitted cut motions for 58 out of 59 ministries and divisions, excluding only the Parliament Secretariat. The allocation for the Secretariat included Tk 7 million subject to parliamentary vote, which passed without any opposition motion. The opposition filed a total of 1,343 notices seeking expenditure reductions across various ministries. According to the budget schedule, the total allocation for the Parliament Secretariat was Tk 2.906 billion, of which Tk 2.899 billion was charged expenditure not subject to vote. Only Tk 7 million required parliamentary approval. Under constitutional and procedural rules, charged expenditures cannot be voted on, leaving only a small portion open to debate. No member proposed any cut motion against this portion. The report also outlined that Members of Parliament receive monthly salaries and allowances totaling at least Tk 173,500, along with additional travel, insurance, and discretionary benefits, all managed through the Parliament Secretariat.

Three people, including two students, went missing after drowning incidents in Chapainawabganj on Tuesday afternoon. The two students, Rifat (16) and Russell (17), both tenth-grade students of Sobhan High School, disappeared while bathing in the Padma River at Alim Nagar Ghat in the Sadar upazila. In a separate incident, a 30-year-old man named Mok. Sakirul Islam went missing while fishing in the Mahananda River near the rubber dam. Local residents began rescue efforts immediately after the students went missing, and later fire service personnel joined the operation. According to the officer-in-charge of Chapainawabganj Sadar Model Police Station, rescue operations by the fire service and police are ongoing to locate the missing individuals. Authorities have not yet confirmed any recoveries, and search efforts continue in both rivers as of the latest report.

The Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) has announced a month-long program to commemorate the martyrs and injured of the historic July-August mass uprising and to strengthen the national unity against fascism. The announcement was made through a press release signed by JCD Central Office Secretary Md. Jahangir Alam on Tuesday. The first event will take place at the Central Shaheed Minar at 11 p.m. on Tuesday, titled “Aloy Aloy Smriti Samujjwal,” featuring the national anthem and candle lighting in memory of the martyrs. According to the statement, the program marks the second anniversary of the heroic victory of students and people in the July-August uprising. Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, Political Adviser to the Prime Minister and Senior Joint Secretary General of the BNP, will attend as the chief guest, while National Parliament Whip and BNP Central Executive Committee Student Affairs Secretary Rakibul Islam Bakul will be the special guest. The JCD stated that the initiative aims to preserve the historical memory of the uprising, recognize contributions from all participants, and uphold national unity. Similar events will be organized by JCD units across the country throughout the month.

A narcotics control officer in Rangpur has been accused of taking a bribe from a liquor trader to reduce the amount of seized evidence and avoid legal action. The allegation involves Sipahi Al-Amin of the Department of Narcotics Control’s divisional intelligence office, who allegedly accepted 10,000 taka from the family of detained trader Abzal Hossain. The incident reportedly occurred on June 25 during a raid in Mithapukur upazila’s Baldipukur union, where 10 liters of liquor and 600 liters of brewing materials were confiscated. A video of the alleged transaction later spread on social media, sparking public uproar. According to the complaint, Al-Amin threatened to implicate Abzal’s sons in the case unless the family paid the demanded amount. The video shows him acknowledging receipt of 5,000 taka and directing another person to collect the remaining sum. Al-Amin has denied the allegations, saying he has been working in the area for four years. Rangpur divisional deputy director Dilara Rahman confirmed that the matter is under investigation and that legal action will be taken if the charges are proven. Local residents have called for a fair investigation and accountability for those involved.

The Bangladesh Parliament has passed the Gambling Prevention Bill 2026, introducing 14 categories of penalties for various forms of gambling, including online and remote betting. The law replaces the Public Gambling Act of 1867. Under the new provisions, involvement in online betting can lead to a maximum of seven years in prison or a fine of up to 50 million taka, or both. The bill was presented by Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed and passed by voice vote on Tuesday. During the discussion, opposition and independent lawmakers expressed both support and concern. Independent MP Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Iqbal urged stricter measures, citing the growing attraction of online gambling among children. MP Akhtar Hossain warned that the bill’s provisions allowing police to block websites and seize materials without court approval could threaten civil rights. Home Minister Ahmed defended the clause, saying immediate action is necessary to prevent evidence from being destroyed. Opposition Chief Whip Nahid Islam said his party supported the bill but hoped the government would later consider their proposed amendments to prevent misuse and protect human rights.

An elderly man named Md. Tajem Ali Howlader, aged 75, was killed after being struck by a speeding motorcycle in Muladi municipality of Barishal. The accident occurred around 12 p.m. on Tuesday at the Chardigri area along the Muladi-Mridhahat road. The motorcycle rider was also injured in the incident. Tajem Ali was a resident of Chardigri village and the son of the late Bajlu Howlader. According to local and eyewitness sources, Tajem Ali was crossing the Muladi-Mridhahat road when the speeding motorcycle hit him forcefully, causing him to fall and sustain severe head and body injuries. The motorcycle rider lost control and fell to the road, sustaining injuries as well. Locals immediately rescued the victims and took them to Muladi Upazila Health Complex, where the on-duty doctor declared Tajem Ali dead. The report did not include further details about the condition of the injured rider or any official investigation into the accident.

A teacher’s retirement farewell ceremony at Jagannathpur Government Primary School in Ishwardi, Pabna, was disrupted on Tuesday when followers of district BNP convener Habibur Rahman Habib allegedly attacked the venue. The assault reportedly occurred because Habib was not invited as a guest. Witnesses said 12 to 15 people armed with sticks vandalized the stage, chairs, tables, and banners, and destroyed prepared food, causing an estimated loss of Tk 50,000. The event had been organized by the school to honor acting head teacher Md Jahurul Islam, with invitations extended to former district BNP president and ex-MP Sirajul Islam Sardar and several education officials. School committee president Md Fazlur Rahman and invited guest Humayun Kabir Dulal Sardar condemned the attack, calling it politically motivated and disgraceful. Upazila Education Officer Shahina Akter also denounced the incident, saying such violence at an educational institution is unacceptable. Local sources said internal rifts within the BNP in Ishwardi-Atgharia have intensified since the recent national election, leading to repeated clashes between rival factions.

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced an extension for expatriate workers facing work permit issues. The ministry said the deadline to regularize their status has been extended until the end of the current year, according to a report published on Tuesday by Gulf News. The decision applies to expatriates whose work permits expired more than a year ago or who have not received a permit within six months of joining a company. The ministry stated that the move aims to ensure strict enforcement of labor laws, protect the rights of all contractual parties, and allow both employers and employees additional time to complete necessary legal and regulatory procedures. Authorities have warned that failure to issue or renew work permits within the extended period will result in strict legal action. Additionally, the government has limited the number of immediate work visas available to new companies to a maximum of five.