Education Adviser CR Abrar stated that every effort is being made to ensure transparent and error-free HSC and equivalent examinations, drawing on past experiences with question leaks. He emphasized swift result publication and confirmed that necessary accommodations are in place for students injured during the July uprising. Abrar urged students to leave early to avoid delays on exam days.

Muslim politician Zohran Mamdani has made history by defeating former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and several other candidates in the June 24 primary. He is now the Democratic nominee for the upcoming New York City mayoral election in November. Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, is the son of renowned Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani and Indian filmmaker Mira Nair. A vocal critic of Israel's military actions, Mamdani supports the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) movement.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) claims a renewed push for the “Minus One” formula is underway—aiming to eliminate former Prime Minister Imran Khan from politics. PTI spokesperson Sheikh Waqas Akram accused PML-N leader Azma Bukhari of being part of a palace-backed conspiracy to fracture the party from within. In response, Bukhari alleged Khan has been cornered by his own sister and party colleagues. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur also claimed there are moves to impose governor's rule as part of the plot.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Israel to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and dismiss the ongoing corruption trials against him. Trump stated that just as the U.S. has stood by Israel, it should also protect Netanyahu, whom he described as a “fighter.” Netanyahu has faced charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust since 2019—all of which he denies.

The Israeli military has launched large-scale drills in the Jordan Valley, scheduled to run from Thursday morning until evening. According to an official statement, heavy military vehicle movement is expected throughout the day. The exercise comes just one day after a temporary ceasefire ended a two-week conflict between Israel and Iran, brokered by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Notably, the United States also participated in a strike against Iran during the conflict.

Iran’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Amir Saeed Iravani, harshly criticized the Security Council’s failure to respond to Israel’s attacks on Iranian soil. Calling the assault a blatant violation of international law, he opposed the Israeli delegation’s participation in council sessions. He commended Qatar for its diplomatic efforts and accused the U.S., UK, and France of hypocrisy—maintaining vast nuclear arsenals while remaining silent on Israel’s violations. Iravani also noted that Israel has not allowed inspections of its nuclear weapons program.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian praised the nation's unity and resistance, saying that victory over the Zionist regime was earned through the collective strength and courage of the Iranian people. In a national address, he stated, “This historic victory belongs to the great nation and civilization of Iran.” He condemned the Israeli aggression as unjustified and reiterated Iran’s commitment to resolving misunderstandings over its peaceful nuclear program through diplomacy.

At least 100 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Wednesday, with hundreds more injured, Anadolu Agency reported. Many of the victims were civilians seeking food and humanitarian aid. In the Shujaiya area, two airstrikes killed at least 17 people, including two children. In central Gaza's Netzarim corridor, eight people were reportedly shot dead while attempting to access aid.

A mobile court in Hili has sealed three warehouses operated by M/S Micro Grain for illegally stockpiling nearly 2,000 tons of paddy and 271 metric tons of imported rice. Legal proceedings are underway at Hakimpur Police Station. Executive Magistrate Amit Roy confirmed the operation.

Following 12 days of intense conflict with Iran, Israel is reportedly facing a critical shortage of weapons and ammunition, according to NBC News, citing three officials. The report noted that Israel is running particularly low on some vital weaponry. Despite years of U.S. military aid, Israel relied heavily on American assistance for missile defense and logistics during the Iranian assault.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry denounced NATO Secretary General for congratulating what it called a “particularly heinous act of aggression” against a sovereign nation. Spokesperson Ismail Baghaei said, “It is disgraceful, shameful, and irresponsible. Supporting an injustice is a moral failure; supporting a crime makes one complicit.”

Iran's Ministry of Health reported that at least 627 people have been killed and 4,870 injured during two weeks of Israeli airstrikes. Tehran and Kermanshah provinces suffered the highest casualties, while Khuzestan, Lorestan, Isfahan, Markazi, East Azerbaijan, Hamedan, Zanjan, and Gilan also reported significant damage. Among the fatalities, 86.1% died at the scene, and 13.9% succumbed to injuries en route to hospitals.

Security Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury criticized the government's failure to curb drugs and corruption, calling them the country's two biggest enemies. “India doesn’t consume phensedyl; it’s produced there only to smuggle into Bangladesh,” he stated. He confirmed that a high-ranking official in law enforcement was recently dismissed over drug-related involvement. He emphasized the need to identify and prosecute the "godfathers" behind the trade. The government has spent over BDT 1,400 crore on addiction rehabilitation centers, he added, urging all sectors of society to recognize the destructive impact of drug abuse.

The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has unanimously approved a budget of BDT 6,069 crore for the fiscal year 2025–26 during its 7th corporation meeting on Wednesday. Revenue collection is also targeted at BDT 6,069 crore, with 60%—approximately BDT 3,636 crore—expected from internal revenue. Nearly 76% of the total budget has been allocated to development projects, while waste management has been given the second-highest allocation at 8%.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman stated that the party's goal is to establish a just, egalitarian, and humane society, ensuring the welfare of the oppressed and transforming the nation into an Islamic welfare state. Reflecting on the recent political upheaval, he said, “Through the July Revolution, we have been freed from the tyranny of the Awami regime. This historic change was achieved through the ironclad unity of students and the masses.” He noted that over 2,000 people sacrificed their lives during the movement, with thousands injured and many permanently disabled. Jamaat has extended support to the families of the martyrs and victims to the best of its ability.