A major mechanical failure disrupted the Cox’s Bazar–Dhaka Tourist Express on Monday night, when the engine’s buffer hook broke near Patiya, Chattogram, separating 18 coaches from the locomotive.
The incident occurred at 10:10 PM, about one kilometer from Patiya station, leaving the train with around 900 passengers stranded until 11 PM. Rescue efforts were launched, with an additional engine dispatched from Pahartali.
Station Master Rashedul Alam confirmed that railway security forces were deployed to ensure passenger safety.
Notably, a similar incident occurred on July 26 when a coach of the Cox’s Bazar Express became detached after a hook failure.

Gazipur Metropolitan Police (GMP) Commissioner Dr. Md. Nazmul Karim Khan has been withdrawn following allegations that he blocked roads during his commute to and from work.
An official order signed by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) on Monday instructed him to hand over his responsibilities and report to Police Headquarters in Dhaka on Tuesday.
Earlier, he was issued a show-cause notice after multiple complaints surfaced regarding traffic disruptions caused by his movement.
Dr. Nazmul Karim Khan had been serving as GMP Commissioner since November 11 last year and was also elected President of the Bangladesh Police Service Association on May 1.

Authorities have identified two Chhatra League members responsible for violent clashes at Chittagong University, including one who attacked students with a machete. The individual has been identified as Faisal Mahmud Trishad, an outlawed Chhatra League leader and coordinator of West Gujra Union-11.
Another leader, Jahir Uddin Chowdhury Titu, reportedly incited locals to participate in the clashes and directed attacks on students. The university’s Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Md. Kamal Uddin, confirmed witnessing the violence firsthand. Despite this, law enforcement has yet to apprehend the leaders involved.

State Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury stated that the government is closely examining the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) report on the sandstone looting in Goainhat. He warned that if the allegations are proven true, strict legal action will be taken against the culprits.
Chowdhury added that even if the report is found false, involved ACC officials will not be exempt from accountability. For maintaining election security, the Army, Navy, and Air Force will be deployed alongside additional personnel from Ansar and the APBN. On the attack on politician Nur, he described the incident as “highly unfortunate” and assured that law enforcement is taking action. Regarding universities, he emphasized resolving issues through teacher-student discussions and confirmed efforts to recover weapons looted after August 5.

BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed stressed the importance of maintaining constructive dialogue despite differences among political parties. Speaking after receiving NCP’s anniversary greetings, he stated that democratic culture must prevail to eliminate past authoritarian tendencies.
He called for a national unity against fascism and encouraged fostering good political practices. NCP leader Sarjis Alam added that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has undermined both democracy and political culture, noting that building a “new Bangladesh” requires harmonious relationships among parties. Samanta Sharmin also warned against judicial manipulation for political influence in the DUCSU elections.

BNP leader Ruhul Quddus Talukdar Dulu highlighted the historical struggles behind the party’s formation, stating that 47 years ago, the BNP was founded by the late President Ziaur Rahman to rescue citizens from extreme misrule. He condemned the Awami League’s past authoritarian practices, saying millions were held hostage under its oppressive regime.
Dulu reaffirmed that no one can dismantle the BNP as long as Bangladesh, the Bengali language, and national sovereignty endure. He also criticized past attacks on the Zia family, including the forced exile and neglect of Zia’s son, Arafat Rahman Koko, despite his non-involvement in politics.

On the occasion of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s (BNP) 47th founding anniversary, a delegation from the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Sarjis Alam, visited BNP Chairperson’s Gulshan office at 7:30 PM to convey their greetings.
Other NCP leaders present included Samanta Sharmin and Ariful Islam Adib. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and Salahuddin Ahmed received the floral tributes on behalf of the party.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md. Sajjat Ali has warned that any attempt to manipulate the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) elections will be met with strict action. Speaking at a coordination meeting on security and traffic arrangements for DUCSU Elections 2025, he stated that the DMP is fully prepared to provide complete support in accordance with the directives of the Election Commission.
He emphasized that a coordinated effort by all government agencies is crucial to ensuring a safe and smooth election. “By working together, we can guarantee a fair and peaceful voting process,” the commissioner added.

BNP leader Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain called on supporters to take pride in belonging to the party, describing BNP as the party of democracy, patriots, and freedom fighters.
He warned ruling powers not to assume absolute authority, reminding them that ultimate power rests with the people. Zahid asserted that attempts to foil the February election, whether domestic or foreign, will be resisted by pro-democracy forces, who will elect Tarique Rahman to lead Bangladesh.
He added that BNP’s 31-point reform plan envisions a Bangladesh for all, contrasting it with rival parties he accused of surrendering national interests and imposing one-party rule.

BNP leader Sultan Salahuddin Tuku has accused “fascists” of attempting to destabilize Bangladesh and derail the upcoming national election with foreign backing.
Speaking at a program, Tuku alleged that fascist forces have opened offices in neighboring countries with the intent of obstructing Bangladesh’s democratic process.
“We must move forward in unity so that Sheikh Hasina and her fascist allies cannot succeed in their conspiracies,” Tuku said, adding that BNP is the only modern democratic party in the country.
He further claimed that those responsible for atrocities in 1971—including genocide and crimes against women—are now seeking to disrupt stability and hinder elections under different guises.
“Some are saying elections cannot be held without proportional representation. You made mistakes in 1971, and you are still continuing with the politics of mistakes,” he added.

Israel is reportedly conducting secret underground excavations beneath Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem, destroying Islamic archaeological sites. Palestinian authorities claim these actions aim to erase Al-Aqsa’s historic identity and further Judaize the city. A leaked video shows Israeli forces carrying out illegal digs, targeting Umayyad-era relics. The Jerusalem Governor’s Office warned that the excavations risk the mosque’s foundations and called on the UN and UNESCO to intervene. Palestinians view this as part of a broader plan to reshape East Jerusalem.

U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade advisor, Peter Navarro, has criticized India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming that while Modi is a capable leader, he is aligning with leaders like Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping. Navarro said Brahmins are benefiting at the expense of ordinary Indians and urged that this practice stop. He also linked India’s purchase of Russian crude oil to economic support for Russia, prompting the U.S. to impose tariffs on Indian goods.

Françoise Vallée-Rivière, Chairperson of Transparency International’s International Board, will visit Dhaka from September 2 for a three-day trip at the invitation of Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB). This is her first visit to Bangladesh since becoming TI Board Chair. She will meet TIB staff, district-level citizen committees, youth leaders, government and civil society representatives, and media personalities to exchange experiences on anti-corruption and good governance. Vallée-Rivière has been a TI Board member since 2019 and previously worked on illicit financial flows at TI France.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has departed Pyongyang aboard his bulletproof Taeyang-ho train, heading to Beijing for a multilateral diplomatic summit. He will meet leaders including China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin, sharing the stage with 26 nations. For security, the 20-hour train journey replaces air travel. The heavily armored train features bulletproof glass, radar-evading netting, and onboard mortars. Kim has used this special train for key international visits since 2018, emphasizing his “armored train diplomacy.”

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has said that Asia must take the lead in the new global economic order. Speaking at Tianjin University in China, he stated that Asians themselves will write the next chapter of the world economy. “We are not merely subjects of others’ strategies; we are the authors of our own destiny,” he said. Highlighting major historical economic shifts like the Bretton Woods system and current trade challenges, Anwar emphasized opportunities for Malaysia’s semiconductor industry through joint market expansion and training initiatives with China and Japan.