A meeting between the chairman of the Chattogram Development Authority (CDA), Engineer Belayet Hossain, and a Chinese delegation was held on Sunday. Following the meeting, Hossain said Chinese businesses have shown interest in investing in Chattogram’s housing sector. He invited them to invest, noting that population pressure on the city’s core areas is increasing. He added that Chinese investors are experienced in developing large-scale mega residential projects and smart townships, which could support CDA’s master plan to build modern housing and satellite cities in Hathazari, Boalkhali, Anwara, and Karnaphuli. Earlier, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met with the chairmen of nine development authorities at his office, directing them to coordinate with service agencies to reduce public suffering and to make cities greener, sustainable, and livable. During that meeting, Hossain presented CDA’s current activities and proposed developing suburban areas to ease pressure on the main city. He also urged the Prime Minister to improve transport for Sandwip residents through a modern sea-truck and upgraded ferry terminals, to which the Prime Minister gave a positive response.

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his final appearance in the tournament. During an interview held amid the ongoing World Cup, Ronaldo said he was enjoying the event and its atmosphere but had already decided that this would be his last World Cup. His statement marks the beginning of the end for a career that has spanned more than two decades at the top level of world football. Ronaldo first played in the World Cup in 2006 and has since represented Portugal in five consecutive editions. The 2026 tournament marks his sixth and final participation. Known for his humor, Ronaldo also shared a lighthearted story about meeting an Argentine flight attendant, joking about the football rivalry between their nations. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner holds numerous records for both club and country, including the highest number of international goals. His announcement signals the closing of a golden era in world football and the conclusion of one of the sport’s most celebrated rivalries, leaving fans around the globe with a deep sense of nostalgia.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman of Bangladesh held a courtesy meeting with Peter Holland, Chief Executive Officer of the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), on Monday at 11:30 a.m. in the Cabinet Division of the Bangladesh Secretariat. The meeting focused on the overall development of eye health services in Bangladesh, prevention of blindness, and reduction of visual impairment. During the discussion, both sides explored ways to strengthen mutual cooperation in the field of eye health. State Minister for Health Dr. M A Muhith was also present at the meeting. Following the courtesy call, a press briefing was held at the Secretariat where Dr. Muhith and Peter Holland highlighted key aspects of the meeting to the media. The meeting underscored Bangladesh’s ongoing engagement with international organizations to enhance national eye care services and promote blindness prevention initiatives.

Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, early Saturday, killing at least ten people and injuring 46, according to Ukrainian authorities. Another person was reported dead and ten injured in surrounding areas. The Ukrainian military said Russia fired 68 missiles and 351 drones during the night. Explosions were heard from 1:40 a.m. to 3:15 a.m., prompting thousands of residents to take shelter in underground bunkers. At least 15 buildings were damaged in Kyiv, including four in the historic Podilskyi district. Rescue operations were still underway, and city military chief Timur Tkachenko warned that the death toll could rise. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in a Sunday night address, cautioned that Russia might launch further large-scale attacks before the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, where he is expected to meet U.S. President Donald Trump. The report noted that a similar Russian strike last week killed 31 people in Kyiv, marking the deadliest attack on the city this year.

A stone-laden dump truck overturned onto a tin-roofed house in Naldi Khalpara area of Lohagara, Narail, around 12:30 a.m. on Monday night, killing a 13-year-old girl and seriously injuring her 16-year-old sister. The victims, Mitu Khanom and Shamima Akter Setu, were daughters of Hafizar Molla and were asleep inside the house when the accident occurred. According to local and police sources, the speeding truck lost control and toppled over beside the road, crushing the house. Locals rescued the two sisters and took them to Narail Sadar Hospital, where doctors declared Mitu dead. The truck driver and his assistant fled the scene immediately after the incident. Lohagara Police Station’s officer-in-charge said police visited the site and that legal procedures would be completed before handing over the body to the family.

A rare black croaker fish weighing nearly eight kilograms was sold for fifty thousand taka at an auction in Alipur Fish Port, Kuakata, Patuakhali, on Sunday morning. The fish was caught by fisherman Abdur Rahim Majhi late Saturday night in the Bay of Bengal, following the end of a 58-day fishing ban. PM Musa, owner of Kuakata Fresh Fish, purchased the fish at a rate of 6,250 taka per kilogram. Fisherman Abdur Rahim expressed joy over the high price, saying such fish are rarely caught. Buyer PM Musa explained that the fish’s swim bladder is highly valuable in international markets, and his company exports such fish to Dhaka and abroad. Upazila Senior Fisheries Officer Apu Saha noted that the species, locally known as black croaker or lombu croaker, can weigh between 4 and 40 kilograms and is often called the “black gold of the sea.” Officials described the catch as a positive sign for fishermen resuming work after the seasonal fishing ban.

Bangladesh’s Minister of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, Iqbal Hasan Mahmud, has alleged that the former Awami League government, during its fifteen and a half years in power, did not undertake any project in the public interest. Speaking as the chief guest at a discussion organized by the Consumers Association of Bangladesh (CAB) at the Dhaka Reporters Unity on Monday, he claimed that all projects were designed for personal gain and that the previous administration had damaged the country’s power, energy, and economic sectors. He added that the responsibility for repairing this damage now rests with the current democratic government. At the same event, energy expert Professor Dr. M. Shamsul Alam presented a keynote paper titled “National Energy Development Strategy.” The paper highlighted irregularities and corruption during the former Awami League government’s tenure and proposed measures to reduce import dependency in the power and energy sectors, aiming to make them more beneficial for the public. The discussion emphasized the need for reforms to ensure that future energy policies prioritize national and consumer interests.

Bus owners and workers in Nilphamari’s Jaldhaka upazila staged a four-hour road blockade on Sunday evening to protest alleged extortion carried out in the name of transport owners’ and workers’ associations. The protest, held from evening until 9 p.m. near the Jaldhaka bus stand, caused severe traffic congestion, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded and passengers suffering long delays. Police later intervened, holding discussions with both sides, which led to the withdrawal of the blockade. According to local sources and transport operators, buses operating on the Dimla route have been forced to pay around 900 taka daily as extortion under the guise of association fees. Those refusing to pay reportedly face harassment. Protesters said such practices are not common on most other routes in the country. The blockade disrupted traffic on the Jaldhaka-Dimla-Rangpur regional road, affecting long-distance and local routes alike. Police officials confirmed that all forms of toll, extortion, or service charges on the route have been suspended until further meetings or decisions are made.

Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to Bangladesh, Dr. Abdullah Zafar H. bin Abiya, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday morning at the Cabinet Division of the Bangladesh Secretariat. The meeting began at 9:40 a.m., where the ambassador handed over a letter from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud to the prime minister. During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia. The discussion focused on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation in areas significant to both nations. Present at the meeting were Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman, the Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir, and Saudi Deputy Ambassador to Dhaka Ibrahim Abdullah. The meeting underscored the ongoing diplomatic engagement between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia, reflecting continued efforts to enhance collaboration across shared areas of interest.

Iran’s Chief Justice Gholam Hossein Mohseni Ejei has pledged to identify and punish those responsible for the assassination of Islamic Revolution leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Speaking at a book launch in Tehran about Iran’s new leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Ejei said the perpetrators would be found and justice ensured. He stated that for more than four months, Iranians of all ages have mourned their slain leader and raised the flag of vengeance. Ejei accused the United States and Israel of committing crimes against the Iranian nation and said they must pay a heavy price. He cited the Geneva Conventions and related protocols as containing clear provisions regarding war criminals. Ejei added that Iran would continue to strengthen the axis of resistance with determination and support any movement opposing American and “Zionist” oppressors. He also said Iran supports all neighboring countries as long as they do not act on behalf of its enemies.

Hojjatoleslam wal Muslimin Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei has been reappointed as the Chief of the Judiciary of Iran. The country’s Supreme Leader, Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, made the appointment under Article 157 of the Iranian Constitution through a decree issued on Sunday, according to the Mehr News Agency. In the decree, Khamenei expressed gratitude to Ejei for his service as head of the judiciary and recalled both the late leader and his own emphasis on implementing the judiciary’s development plan. He voiced hope that through the collective and determined efforts of the judiciary’s leadership, officials, and judges, the Iranian people would receive improved judicial services. The reappointment underscores continuity in Iran’s judicial leadership and signals an ongoing focus on institutional development within the judiciary, as highlighted in the Supreme Leader’s message.

Former interim government adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, writing in the newspaper Amar Desh on July 6, 2026, called for state action to protect the memory of victims of the July uprising and their families. He argued that fascism cannot exist without ideological support from certain journalists, cultural figures, and intellectuals, whom he accused of dehumanizing dissenters under the guise of progressivism. Farooki expressed concern that such individuals continue to undermine the dignity of those killed or disappeared during the past sixteen years. He urged the government to ensure justice not only for the martyrs but also to safeguard their memory from what he described as the “manufacturers of fascist consent.” Farooki proposed enacting laws or establishing a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to hold accountable those who disrespect victims’ memories. He also suggested temporary legal restrictions on content that insults or trivializes the suffering of victims’ families. Farooki emphasized that the July uprising was one of the bloodiest in Bangladesh’s history and should be treated as a continuation of the nation’s struggle for sovereignty rather than a normal political event.

Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain announced that all clinics in Bangladesh must arrange rooms for normal deliveries by next Saturday or risk losing their licenses. He made the statement on Monday morning while attending a workshop organized by the Midwifery Society at a hotel in Dhaka. The minister said the decision aims to encourage normal childbirth, recalling that traditional midwives once assisted in deliveries in rural areas. He noted that most births now occur through cesarean sections, which often prevent newborns from receiving colostrum, leading to nutritional deficiencies. He also discussed health issues such as measles, describing it as a deadly disease caused by malnutrition, and emphasized that improving maternal and child health is essential for building a balanced economy. Hossain further stated that there is no shortage of saline for dengue treatment and advised hospitals not to discharge patients until they are fully recovered.

The government has declared Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s residence at 196 Gulshan, Dhaka, as a special class key point installation (KPI), bringing it under the highest level of national security. The decision was finalized following a June 7 meeting of the KPI-related committee, with a formal gazette notification issued on June 15 and published on Friday. The designation ensures comprehensive protection for the premises, its occupants, and official documents. According to the source, the residence was officially transferred to former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia in 1981 and later handed over to Tarique Rahman after name registration in June of the previous year. Following his return to the country on December 25, he began residing there with his family and continued to use the house as his official residence after taking oath as Prime Minister on February 12. Although the state guesthouse Jamuna remains prepared for the head of government, Rahman has chosen to operate primarily from the Gulshan residence. Under the new classification, the area will be secured by the Special Security Force and President Guards Regiment, with strict construction and surveillance restrictions within a defined perimeter.

England advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup after a thrilling 3-2 victory over host nation Mexico at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. The match, delayed by an hour due to a storm, saw England take control late in the first half with two quick goals from Jude Bellingham. Despite Mexico’s strong response, including a goal from Julian Quiñones and a late penalty by Raúl Jiménez, England held on under intense pressure to secure the win. Harry Kane scored from the spot for England, while goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made crucial saves to preserve the lead. The match tested England’s resilience as defender Jarell Quansah was sent off early in the second half, leaving the team with ten men. Manager Thomas Tuchel adjusted tactics by reinforcing the defense with Dan Burn and Jed Spence to withstand Mexico’s late surge. Supporters hailed the result as one of England’s finest away performances in recent years. England will now face Norway in the quarterfinals as they continue their pursuit of the World Cup title.