Effective July 1, the government will increase special allowances for public servants and pensioners. According to a revised finance ministry notification, active government employees will now receive at least BDT 1,500 per month, up from BDT 1,000, while pensioners will receive a minimum of BDT 750 instead of BDT 500. Pensioners receiving BDT 17,389 or more per month will get a 10% allowance, while those earning below that amount will receive 15%.

The government has extended the tenure of the commission investigating enforced disappearances until December 31, 2025. The new term will come into effect on July 1. A gazette notification, signed by the Cabinet Secretary under the authority of the President, stated the extension was made under Section 3 of the Commissions of Inquiry Act, 1956. The commission is tasked with tracing individuals allegedly disappeared by law enforcement agencies.

Air travel has resumed through the airspace of Qatar, Dubai, Kuwait, and Bahrain, according to airport authorities on Tuesday morning. Passengers are advised to contact their airlines or travel agents for updated flight schedules. The airport authority also extended its sincere gratitude to travelers for their patience and cooperation during the disruption.

The NBR Reform Unity Council has declared a full shutdown of all tax zones, VAT offices, and customs stations starting this Saturday if recent transfer orders of officials are not revoked and the chairman is not removed. Until then, a symbolic pen-down strike will be observed daily from 12 PM to 5 PM, excluding international passenger services and exports. At a press briefing, the council announced plans to unveil a roadmap for a more service-oriented and public-friendly NBR on July 7.

The investigation agency of the International Crimes Tribunal has found evidence linking former MP Saiful Islam, the then Dhaka district police superintendent, and 14 others to the 2024 Ashulia massacre, which involved the murder and burning of six individuals. Additionally, Abdullah Al-Mamun appeared before court for another crimes against humanity case, while Ziaul Ahsan was produced in connection with an enforced disappearance case. Sources indicate legal representation may be arranged for fugitives Sheikh Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal.

The International Crimes Tribunal has scheduled July 1 for the hearing on the formation of charges against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun in a case related to crimes against humanity committed during the July-August massacres. Earlier, on June 17, the tribunal issued summons directing Sheikh Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal to appear in court in connection with the case.

Israel has reopened its airspace following a temporary closure triggered by a series of Iranian missile attacks on Monday night. The airspace was shut down as a precautionary measure but reopened after the ceasefire announcement. On Tuesday, foreign passengers rushed to airports, with rescue flights departing for destinations such as Australia.

Israel has formally accepted former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed ceasefire with Iran. In a statement released Tuesday, Israeli authorities said: “Any violation of this ceasefire will be met with a strong response.” The statement also claimed Israel had delivered significant blows to Iran’s military leadership and destroyed multiple strategic targets within central Tehran over the past 24 hours. Israel also thanked Trump for his mediation efforts.

Malaysia’s Ministry of Human Resources has urged all migrant workers earning less than RM1,700 per month to report their employers to the nearest labor office. Violating employers could face a fine of RM10,000 per worker, with repeat offenses leading to daily fines of RM1,000 and up to five years in prison or RM20,000 in penalties. The announcement follows media reports that some express and exclusive bus drivers were receiving as little as RM700 per month, with some not even being paid their base salaries.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held urgent calls with the ambassadors of Saudi Arabia and Qatar to discuss de-escalation strategies amid rising Middle East tensions. During a conversation with Qatari envoy Ali Mubarak Ali Essa, Sharif expressed deep concern over Iran’s recent strike on a U.S. base in Qatar and stressed the importance of peace and cooperation. In a separate call with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Maliki, Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to diplomatic solutions and proposed a trilateral cooperation framework involving Pakistan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.

After announcing a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, former President Trump urged both nations to respect the agreement. “The ceasefire is now in effect. Please, do not violate it,” Trump posted. Notably, hours before the truce announcement, Iran launched missile attacks on Israel that reportedly killed four civilians.

Following nearly two weeks of intense conflict, both Iranian and Israeli media confirmed that a ceasefire has come into effect. President Trump had earlier announced the truce, stating it would be implemented six hours post-declaration, around midnight local time. Iran’s state outlet Press TV said the ceasefire took effect after four separate Iranian attacks on Israeli-occupied areas. Israeli outlets Channel 12 and Ynet also confirmed the truce but noted uncertainty over the exact conditions and timing of enforcement.

Iranian media has confirmed the assassination of Mohammad Reza Seddiqi Saber, a high-ranking official linked to the country’s nuclear program. He was reportedly targeted in an Israeli strike late last night in Astaneh Ashrafieh, Gilan Province. This comes two months after the U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned Saber for alleged involvement in nuclear weapons proliferation.

Former members of the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR), dismissed after the 2009 mutiny, are staging a protest in front of the National Museum with three demands for justice and rehabilitation. Protesters, including families of affected personnel, threatened to surround the Chief Advisor’s residence in Jamuna if their demands are not met by noon. Maruf Sarkar, a protester and son of a former BDR member, said: “We are here to demand justice for the unfairly dismissed and imprisoned BDR members, and to restore their rightful dignity and welfare.”

Mohammad Mojibur Rahman Mintoo Mia (63), a local leader of the ruling Awami League’s labor wing, was detained by residents in Demra and handed over to police on Monday. Eyewitnesses said a group of 15–20 people arrived in the Staff Quarter area during an AL protest march, prompting locals to chase them. While most fled, Mintoo Mia was caught and turned over to authorities. Police confirmed that he is a suspect in a murder case related to the 2009 mass uprising and was arrested accordingly.