A poor woman from Nizampur Union in Habiganj Sadar upazila was shocked after receiving an electricity bill of about Tk 25.7 million for the current month. The unusually high bill, issued in her name, caused widespread astonishment in the area and quickly spread across social media. Her family, who usually paid between Tk 100 and Tk 150 per month, were left confused and anxious about the massive amount. Local residents began discussing the matter after seeing the bill, and many shared photos of it online, questioning how such an error could occur for a poor household. The incident drew attention to the local Palli Bidyut office, which later clarified that the bill resulted from a technical mistake during data entry. Habiganj District Palli Bidyut General Manager Md. Zillur Rahman confirmed that a numerical input error in the computer system caused the issue. The bill was immediately corrected, and the customer will only need to pay the actual amount due.

A police investigation committee has recommended departmental action against a sub-inspector and two constables for allegedly harassing national team cricketer Nayeem Hasan at Khulshi Police Station in Chattogram. The committee submitted its report to Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CMP) Commissioner Hasan Md. Shawkat Ali on Sunday, who confirmed that the officers were found liable for misconduct. The then officer-in-charge (OC) Arif Hossain received observations in the report but was not found responsible enough for disciplinary measures. The committee, led by Deputy Commissioner (West) Alamgir Hossain, analyzed the incident and included seven administrative recommendations in its report. The investigation followed an incident on June 12, when police stopped Nayeem Hasan’s autorickshaw at Lalkhan Bazar and took him to Khulshi Police Station, where he was allegedly assaulted. Following the incident, SI Shafiqul Islam and Constable Md. Rasel Chowdhury were suspended, and OC Arif Hossain was withdrawn from duty. A case filed by Nayeem Hasan’s brother against two police members and a police informant remains under investigation, while the report’s observations on the OC have sparked renewed administrative discussions.

A Dhaka tribunal has sentenced human rights activist Mostakin Sharif and his wife Jannatul Naima to seven years in prison for torturing their domestic worker, Hawa Akter, eight years ago in South Banasree. The verdict was delivered on Sunday, June 28, 2026, by Judge Shahanaj Sultana of Dhaka’s Third Women and Children Repression Prevention Tribunal. Both convicts were also fined 50,000 taka each, with an additional six months of imprisonment in default of payment. They were present in court when the judgment was announced and were later sent back to prison. According to the case details, on October 31, 2018, police rescued 14-year-old Hawa Akter from the couple’s residence in a severely injured condition. The investigation revealed that from July 7 to October 31, 2018, the couple had confined and tortured her using heated rods, iron spatulas, and other means, causing serious burns and injuries. The court began the trial on September 19, 2022, after framing charges, and heard testimony from nine witnesses. The ruling concludes a prolonged legal process that began with the 2018 case filed by Khilgaon police following the rescue of the victim.

Bangladesh and China have signed a memorandum of understanding to facilitate the export of Bangladeshi jackfruit to the Chinese market. The agreement, concluded during Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s recent visit to China, is viewed as a significant step for Bangladesh’s agricultural export sector. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, the two countries signed a total of 17 MoUs covering areas such as infrastructure, disaster management, digital economy, and agricultural trade. Experts note that despite being an agriculture-based economy, Bangladesh has yet to achieve its full export potential. Access to China’s vast market could help increase farmers’ income and expand the agricultural economy, while also opening new markets for other produce. However, challenges remain in maintaining international quality standards, improving processing, storage, and packaging systems. Global demand for jackfruit is rising, with the export market growing from USD 2 billion in 2012 to USD 3.7 billion in 2023. Bangladesh, one of the world’s largest producers, currently holds only 0.3 percent of global exports. Experts emphasize that enhancing processing capacity and ensuring quality compliance are essential for Bangladesh to compete internationally.

National Parliament Whip ABM Ashraf Uddin Nizan has called for vigilance to ensure that the spirit of the July Movement is not undermined by any bureaucrat, lawmaker, or minister. Speaking on Monday during the general discussion on the proposed 2026–27 national budget, the Lakshmipur-4 MP emphasized that honoring July fighters should go beyond allowances or declarations and be reflected in administrative decisions as well. Nizan shared personal experiences from visiting July fighters receiving treatment in Bangkok before Eid-ul-Azha, recounting the story of a wounded fighter and his wife who married after the July events. He criticized bureaucratic insensitivity in handling the fighter’s employment and urged that the ideals of the movement be preserved across all levels of governance. He also praised the constructive tone of the current budget discussions between the ruling and opposition parties, citing patience and restraint as key democratic values. Nizan further called for initiatives to support activists affected during the 17-year movement and warned government members against actions that could humiliate the BNP or its leadership.

U.S. President Donald Trump has again issued a stern warning against Iran, saying the United States is prepared to increase military pressure if necessary. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social on Saturday, Trump wrote that a time may come when the U.S. will have no choice but to complete the military action it had successfully begun, suggesting that such a move could end the existence of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Defense analyst and former Austrian military attaché Wolfgang Pusztai told Al Jazeera that Trump’s remarks should not be taken literally. He said the comments were aimed not only at Iran or the international community but also at domestic political audiences in the United States. According to Pusztai, such threats are not unusual for Trump, who knows that additional military pressure or new attacks would not significantly harm Iran. Pusztai added that Washington might consider reimposing a blockade in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, warning that such a situation could again expose Gulf countries to heightened regional tensions.

A Dhaka court has once again postponed the submission of the further investigation report in the murder case of Inquilab Moncho spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi. On Sunday, June 28, 2026, Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Md. Sefatullah set a new date of July 15 after the investigating officer, CID Assistant Superintendent of Police Abdul Kadir Bhuiyan, failed to submit the report. This marks the 17th postponement of the report submission. Earlier, on January 15, 2026, the case’s complainant, Inquilab Moncho member secretary Abdullah Al Jaber, expressed dissatisfaction with the charge sheet filed by the Detective Branch and submitted a formal objection. The court accepted his objection and ordered a reinvestigation. The initial charge sheet, filed on January 6, 2026, accused 17 individuals, including former ward councillor Taizul Islam Chowdhury Bappi and Faisal Karim Masud, the prime suspect. According to the case details, Hadi was shot on December 12, 2025, in Dhaka’s Paltan area and later died in Singapore on December 18, 2025, while undergoing treatment.

Former Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal, Mohammad Tazul Islam, has called for the immediate reopening of the July Museum. In a Facebook post on Sunday, he described the museum as a reflection of what he termed Hasina’s fascist brutality and the unforgettable July revolution, urging that it be opened without delay. According to the report, on January 20, 2026, former interim government chief adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus visited the museum during its final construction phase. He described it as an unprecedented global example and said the museum was built while the blood of the July martyrs was still fresh, expressing hope that it would guide the nation in times of uncertainty. Cultural adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki also noted that the project had reached this stage through voluntary efforts and rapid progress. The call by Tazul Islam adds renewed attention to the museum’s status, which has been highlighted by previous remarks from national figures involved in its development.

Police in Kishoreganj upazila of Nilphamari district arrested eight individuals on Saturday night in separate operations targeting illegal casino gambling and drug use. Four people were detained while playing casino games, and another four were held for drug consumption in Kalikapur village. The arrests took place during late-night raids conducted by local law enforcement. According to Kishoreganj Police Station sources, the detainees include residents from Bajedumuria, Balapara, and Dolapara villages. The arrested gamblers and drug users were sent to the district jail through the court on Sunday. Officer-in-Charge Lutfor Rahman confirmed that separate cases have been filed against each group. The police operation reflects ongoing efforts to curb illegal gambling and drug-related activities in the region, as authorities continue to monitor such offenses closely.

At least 11 people were killed when a civilian aircraft crashed in the eastern French city of Tomblaine. Local authorities confirmed the incident on Sunday, stating that the victims included the pilot and ten passengers. Emergency service teams carried out rescue operations at the crash site following the accident. According to Yves Séguin, the prefect of the Meurthe-et-Moselle department, all 11 people on board died in the crash. Officials have not yet provided an official explanation for the cause of the accident. The authorities have launched an investigation to determine what led to the crash. Investigators will examine whether mechanical failure, human error, or other factors were responsible for the incident, as part of the ongoing inquiry.

A helicopter belonging to Saudi Aramco, the state-owned oil company of Saudi Arabia, crashed in the eastern Ras Tanura region on Sunday, killing all 14 people on board. The incident was reported by the Saudi Press Agency and Arab News, citing an official from the Ministry of Energy. According to the ministry’s statement, no one aboard the helicopter survived the crash. Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the accident, and an investigation has been launched to determine what led to the crash. The Ministry of Energy expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to the families of the victims. Ras Tanura is home to one of Saudi Aramco’s major oil refineries and export terminals. Preliminary reports suggest the helicopter was operating as part of duties related to the industrial zone, though further details remain under investigation.

More than 302,846 children in Barishal district are being administered Vitamin A Plus capsules as part of the national campaign launched on Sunday, June 28, 2026. The program was officially inaugurated at Uzirpur Upazila Health Complex by District Civil Surgeon Dr. Monjur I Elahi. The campaign is being conducted across 10 upazilas and 87 unions through 2,907 centers, with a monitoring committee formed under the district administration to ensure safety and success. In Uzirpur upazila alone, 126 temporary and one permanent camp are distributing capsules to over 28,800 children. Children aged 6 to 11 months are receiving blue capsules containing 100,000 IU, while those aged 12 to 59 months are receiving red capsules containing 200,000 IU of Vitamin A. The event was attended by local health officials and representatives from the district administration. Health officials and public representatives urged parents to bring their children to nearby centers to help prevent blindness and strengthen immunity through Vitamin A supplementation.

During Sunday’s budget session of the National Parliament, ruling BNP lawmaker and state minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat cited Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman as saying that the July 2024 mass uprising took place under the leadership of Tarique Rahman. Millat added that the opposition leader had earlier expressed gratitude to Tarique Rahman for his intellectual and successful leadership during the movement, which he said brought the nation to its current position. In response, opposition leader Shafiqur Rahman rejected the idea of a single mastermind behind the movement. He stated that after August 5, he had clarified that the success of the uprising was due to collective leadership, and all those involved deserved respect and love. The debate followed earlier remarks by interim government chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, who in a U.S. event had named Mahfuz Alam as the mastermind of the 2024 uprising. Tarique Rahman also dismissed Yunus’s claim, asserting that there was no single mastermind and that credit should go to Bangladesh’s youth and its 180 million people.

The Bangladesh Technical Education Board has initiated the process to cancel teaching approval for 68 technical institutions in Chattogram due to a lack of student enrollment. Before the final decision, new admissions for the 2026–27 academic year have been suspended, and the heads of the institutions have been issued show-cause notices. The list of institutions under review has been published on the board’s website. According to board sources, these institutions have remained inactive for years without student intake. Action is being taken under the Private Technical Education Institution Establishment, Teaching, and Accreditation Policy 2024, which allows the board to revoke approval if institutions fail to meet requirements such as enrollment, results, infrastructure, staffing, and equipment. The heads of SSC (Vocational) and Dakhil (Vocational) institutions must respond by July 22, while diploma institutions must reply by June 30. Inspector Md. Al Masud Karim stated that the decision follows prolonged inactivity and non-compliance with policy conditions. Nationwide, 1,853 institutions have been served notices for similar reasons as part of efforts to ensure educational quality.

Bangladesh Bank has amended the policy of its Tk 10,000 crore agricultural refinance scheme aimed at boosting agricultural production, ensuring food security, and creating rural employment. The central bank’s Agricultural Credit Department issued a circular on Sunday announcing the revisions, which modify two sections of an earlier circular issued on June 8. Under the revised policy, the refinance fund will now be formed and operated using surplus liquidity from scheduled banks, instead of being financed directly by Bangladesh Bank as previously planned. The duration of the scheme has also been shortened from five years to three years, effective from the date of the circular’s issuance. The changes are intended to adjust the funding structure and operational timeline of the scheme to better align with current financial conditions and policy priorities.