A student of Green University, Manjurul Islam Hasib, died early Thursday at Green Life Hospital in Dhaka after being assaulted in Tongi, Gazipur. The incident occurred on Tuesday night near Jamtala Road adjacent to Salam’s brickfield gate in the Paghar area, reportedly following a dispute between two groups. Hasib, aged 25, was attacked with sharp weapons during the clash and later succumbed to his injuries.

Two others, Akash (25) and Imran Hasan Onik (24), were also injured in the same incident. Locals said the altercation began around 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday when Hasib’s group and that of Jobayer Hossain, son of Ayat Ali, engaged in a heated argument that escalated into violence. Police have arrested Jobayer Hossain, 45, in connection with the case and sent him to the Gazipur court.

According to Tongi East Police Station Inspector (Investigation) Md. Zillur Rahman, Hasib’s body has been sent to the morgue for autopsy. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is preparing for an official visit to the United States at the invitation of President Donald Trump. Aoun met with U.S. Ambassador Michelle Issa to discuss the upcoming trip and review the security situation in southern Lebanon. The meeting focused on strengthening the existing ceasefire in the region and addressing ongoing cross-border hostilities.

According to a statement from the Lebanese presidency, Aoun urged the United States to pressure Israel to halt attacks and fully implement the U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement. He also called for an end to Israeli shelling and demolition activities in occupied Lebanese towns. Ambassador Issa said Aoun’s visit reflects Trump’s commitment to Lebanon’s stability and announced a follow-up meeting in Rome on July 14–15 involving representatives from Lebanon, the U.S., and Israel.

Issa further noted that a U.S. military delegation will arrive in Beirut within days to coordinate the handover of several areas to the Lebanese army following the withdrawal of Israeli forces.

A ten-month-old child died in a landslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Jungle Salimpur of Sitakunda upazila, Chattogram, on Wednesday. Following the incident, the upazila administration, police, fire service, and local representatives launched extensive rescue and evacuation operations in vulnerable hillside areas to prevent further casualties. Public announcements were made urging residents at the foot of the hills to move to safety, and three shelters were prepared for evacuees.

According to local sources, the landslide occurred in Ward No. 1’s Bagangbari area, where a section of the hill collapsed onto a house, burying the infant named Tanvir, son of Moin Uddin and Lamia Begum. UNO Fakhrul Islam, along with police and officials, visited the site and directed families in risky zones to relocate. The administration provided Tk 25,000 in cash and food aid to the victim’s family.

Authorities confirmed that shelters have been equipped with clean water, dry food, baby food, and medical support. Additional shelters are ready to open if weather conditions worsen.

Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu told parliament that the government is giving top priority to the safety and relief of people affected by heavy rainfall in Chattogram and the hill districts. He reported that landslides and floods have caused deaths in Cox’s Bazar, Chattogram, Bandarban, and Rangamati. Hundreds of shelters have been opened, accommodating thousands of displaced residents. Additional cash and rice allocations have been made to the affected districts, and the Prime Minister’s Relief Fund has also provided financial support.

The minister said that loudspeaker announcements are ongoing to move people from risky areas to safe shelters, where food, water, and sanitation are ensured. He added that the government is ready to rehabilitate people living on dangerous hillsides on government land. The Prime Minister is monitoring the situation and has instructed officials to provide further aid if needed.

Dulu also stated that the government has strengthened early warning systems and emergency response capacity, shifting from relief-based to risk-reduction-based disaster management. Equipment and rescue boats have been distributed across coastal and flood-prone districts to enhance preparedness.

State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Mir Shah Alam, MP, emphasized that responsible, objective, and constructive journalism plays a vital role in accelerating Bangladesh’s development. Speaking as the chief guest at the ‘BSRF Dialogue’ organized by the Bangladesh Secretariat Reporters Forum at the Secretariat’s media center on Thursday, he called on the media to present government development activities accurately and counter misinformation and rumors.

Mir Shah Alam said that constructive criticism from the media helps identify and correct mistakes, enabling the government to serve citizens more effectively. He noted that responsible journalism ensures accountability and makes development initiatives more dynamic and people-oriented. Discussing Bogura’s development, he stated that the district had long lagged behind but that he was working tirelessly under the Prime Minister’s guidance to address the gap.

Sharing his personal background, the State Minister mentioned his previous role as founder and chairman of Ruposhi BD Group and said he has since handed over management duties to his family to focus fully on public service.

Flight instructor Leandro Andrés Bertazzo, 42, died after jumping out of a moving Cessna 150 aircraft during a training flight in Toledo, central Argentina, on Saturday, according to the country’s public prosecutor. The incident left his 22-year-old student, identified as Rosario, to land the plane alone. CNN affiliate TN reported that before jumping, Bertazzo told Rosario, “You know what you have to do, carry on,” then removed his headset and seatbelt, opened the door, and exited the aircraft. Rosario managed to land safely despite being in complete shock.

Eduardo Álvarez, director of the Flying Parrot Córdoba flight school where Bertazzo worked, said there had been no signs that the instructor intended to jump. He described Bertazzo as a “beautiful person with a great smile” and expressed disbelief over the event. Álvarez noted that opening a plane door midair is extremely difficult, comparing it to opening a car door at 200 kilometers per hour. Bertazzo had flown earlier that day with another student and was known as an experienced instructor who had also worked in Chile.

Prosecutors have launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding Bertazzo’s death.

The Bangladesh Navy has intensified its rescue operation to locate six fishermen who went missing after a fishing trawler sank in the Bay of Bengal during a storm. The naval warship BNS Gomti is leading the deep-sea search, continuing operations without interruption to find the missing crew members. The incident occurred when the trawler, carrying 11 fishermen, capsized about 100 to 150 kilometers southeast of Payra seaport last Sunday. Five fishermen were rescued alive, but six remain unaccounted for.

According to reports, all the missing fishermen are residents of Galachipa upazila in Patuakhali district. The Navy is coordinating with other relevant agencies to sustain the search and rescue efforts despite challenging sea conditions. Families of the missing men are anxiously waiting for news as the rescue teams continue their mission.

The ongoing operation highlights the risks faced by coastal fishing communities during adverse weather in the Bay of Bengal and the Navy’s continued commitment to maritime safety.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested in Chandiber Madhya Para under Bhairab Police Station in Kishoreganj after allegedly raping a six-year-old girl. The arrest followed an immediate response from the national emergency service 999. The incident occurred when the child went to play at the boy’s house, where he allegedly assaulted her in the absence of his parents. Neighbors and the victim’s mother rushed in after hearing her screams and found her injured.

According to 999’s media and public relations officer, Inspector Anwar Sattar, the emergency call was received on Wednesday. The call taker, Constable Farzana, and dispatcher, SI Abdul Mannan, coordinated with Bhairab police to ensure prompt action. Police arrived quickly, sent the victim for medical treatment, and detained the accused with local assistance.

The victim’s mother filed a case following the incident. The arrested teenager was presented before court, which ordered his transfer to the Gazipur Juvenile Correction Center.

Iran has claimed that its Bushehr nuclear power plant in the southern part of the country remains undamaged following recent United States attacks. According to reports citing Iranian officials, explosions were heard in the Bushehr area, and debris from missiles was rumored to have fallen on the facility. However, Tehran dismissed these reports, asserting that the nuclear site suffered no damage.

The Bushehr nuclear power plant, built nearly two decades ago with Russian assistance, was not among the targets of the latest US-Israeli strikes. Those attacks primarily focused on Iran’s Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan nuclear facilities, carried out by US B-2 bombers. Russian technical experts were reportedly present at the Bushehr site during the conflict.

Tehran reiterated that the Bushehr facility remains fully secure and operational, emphasizing that no harm occurred despite the regional hostilities.

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen paid a courtesy call on Brigadier General (Retd.) Dr. A.K.M. Shamsul Islam, the Prime Minister’s Defense Adviser, on Thursday at the Armed Forces Division office in Dhaka Cantonment. The meeting was held in a cordial atmosphere, according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR).

During the discussion, both sides recalled the longstanding and historic friendship between Bangladesh and China. They exchanged views on deepening existing technological and military cooperation and agreed to elevate the strategic partnership between the two nations. The talks also covered expanding opportunities for advanced training of Bangladeshi armed forces personnel in China and promoting defense self-reliance through technology transfer. Joint initiatives to ensure cybersecurity were emphasized, along with a shared commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region.

The defense adviser praised China’s continued support in Bangladesh’s infrastructure and defense sectors, while the Chinese ambassador commended the government’s modernization efforts and expressed determination to sustain future cooperation.

A local Awami Labour League leader in Rajabad village under Nabiganj municipality, Habiganj, allegedly led a group early Thursday morning to forcibly build a tin-roofed house on a public road used by the family of late teacher Abdul Matin Master. The construction reportedly blocked the only access route to their home, leaving several family members confined and preventing school-going children from attending classes. Police visited the scene and restored calm but did not remove the obstruction. Abdul Momen Dilip, a family member, has filed a written complaint with the Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO).

According to local sources, the disputed road had been maintained by Abdul Matin Master for about 25 years. A previous land transaction between the family and Labour League leader Mazharul Islam Opu failed due to ownership record issues. Despite earlier repairs by a relative, the conflict reignited when Opu and his brother allegedly occupied the road. UNO Ruhul Amin, currently in Dhaka, said he would look into the matter upon return.

Tension remains high in the area, with locals fearing possible clashes if the dispute is not resolved soon.

Former BNP lawmaker Harunur Rashid has alleged that Jamaat-e-Islami led the 'mob culture' under the Yunus government. He made the remarks on Wednesday night during a talk show on a private television channel. Rashid said the interim government had planned to prolong the election process under the pretext of reform, during which the rule of law was absent and law enforcement officials were afraid to act.

He further stated that Jamaat-e-Islami was at the forefront of this situation. Referring to the electoral history of Chapainawabganj, Rashid noted that although Jamaat had not won any seats there in the past 50 years, it secured three seats this time. He hinted at an internal understanding between the Awami League and Jamaat in this context.

Rashid added that for a healthy political culture, the ruling party must respond to criticism with patience. He warned that without timely elections, the country's future would have been uncertain.

The Ganosamhati Andolon has welcomed the Supreme Court’s Appellate Division verdict that reinstated the caretaker government system and referendum provisions in the Constitution. In a statement issued on Thursday, acting chief coordinator Dewan Abdur Rashid Nilu and executive coordinator Abul Hasan Rubel said the ruling marks an important step toward ensuring people’s voting rights.

The leaders noted that Ganosamhati had opposed the Fifteenth Amendment since its passage in 2011, arguing that abolishing the caretaker system and referendum provisions without public consent undermined democracy and citizens’ political rights. They described the new verdict as a constitutional recognition of their long-held position and a reaffirmation of people’s sovereignty, democracy, freedom of expression, and the foundation for free and fair elections.

However, the statement added that the ruling alone does not resolve Bangladesh’s constitutional crisis. The leaders called for continued constitutional reforms to ensure balance of power, full judicial independence, equal rights for all ethnic groups, and protection of citizens’ fundamental freedoms, urging immediate implementation of the July Charter through parliamentary discussion.

A young man named Siam Muktar Bhuiyan, aged 20, died on Thursday morning while undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after being injured in a clash between two groups over a land dispute in Araihazar, Narayanganj. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on Wednesday in front of Chapra Mosque at Laskaradi village under Brahmandi Union. At least fifteen people were injured in the confrontation.

Police and local sources reported that the conflict stemmed from a long-standing land dispute between two relatives, Matin (50) and Delwar (48). A local arbitration held a few days earlier failed to resolve the issue, leading to renewed tension and violence. Siam, who had recently returned from abroad, was among those injured and later succumbed to his injuries.

According to police, the clash was primarily caused by the ongoing land dispute. Araihazar Police Station’s investigation officer Ripon Kumar stated that legal action is being taken and the situation is currently under control, though local tension remains high.

Amnesty International has called for an investigation into Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon as possible war crimes. In a statement released on Thursday, the human rights organization said that during fighting with Hezbollah, Israel carried out air raids that wiped out entire families. Amnesty reviewed three Israeli attacks on civilian homes between March 6 and 13, which killed 24 people, including 12 children.

The organization stated that these incidents should be investigated as war crimes, emphasizing that the strikes destroyed entire families. Amnesty also reported that when it asked the Israeli military about the purpose or targets of the three attacks, no specific information was provided.

The statement, citing Al Jazeera as a source, underscores growing concern over civilian casualties in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.