A case has been filed at Savar Model Police Station following a cocktail explosion during the National Citizens Party (NCP) July march rally in Savar. The complaint was lodged by Salamat Ullah Rony, member secretary of NCP Dhaka North District. The explosion occurred at the Tarapur field in Savar municipality, injuring four party activists, two of whom were hospitalized. The rally was attended by NCP convener and opposition chief whip Nahid Islam, along with central leaders including MP Akhtar Hossain and Sarjis Alam.

In response, Dhaka District Police Superintendent Shamima Parvin visited the site the same night and formed a three-member investigation committee led by Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime and Ops) Jahangir Alam. The other members include Additional SP (Savar Circle) Asaduzzaman and Officer-in-Charge (Investigation) Nur Mohammad of Savar Model Police Station. The committee has been instructed to submit its report within three working days.

According to Nur Mohammad, the investigation has already begun, though no further details on its progress were disclosed.

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj announced that the government aims to bring all educational institutions under registration by 2027. From 2028, no unregistered institution will be allowed to operate. He made the announcement while addressing a meeting with heads of private kindergarten institutions under Dhaka-13 constituency at Kisholoy Girls’ School and College in Dhaka.

The minister outlined a future education framework that will set a minimum standard for all schools, including Bengali and English medium institutions. English-medium schools will be required to include a certain amount of Bengali instruction, while Bengali-medium schools will emphasize English education. Institutions failing to maintain the set standards will face action. He also criticized the commercial coaching culture, encouraging schools to provide necessary academic support internally.

Hajjaj emphasized the use of technology to create smart classrooms, reducing the need for separate IT labs. He urged schools to establish libraries, promising government support. The minister also mentioned initiatives such as mid-day meals, free notebooks, and sports-based learning to boost student engagement, alongside new micro-training programs and a complaint cell for teachers.

Continuous heavy rainfall has severely disrupted life in the port city of Chattogram. Since Tuesday morning, water has inundated major areas including Agrabad, Chawkbazar, Bakalia, Chandgaon, Patenga, and Kuwaish. Roads have gone underwater, homes and shops have been flooded, and traffic has come to a standstill. Many residents, especially workers, struggled to reach their workplaces due to waterlogging and a shortage of public transport.

The worst-affected areas include Agrabad, Chawkbazar, Bakalia, Kazirhat, Halishahar, Chandgaon, Sunnia Madrasa Road, Akmal Ali Road, Patenga, and Kuwaish. Furniture and goods in homes and businesses have been damaged. According to the Patenga weather office, 330.8 millimeters of rainfall were recorded in the 24 hours up to 9 a.m., while the Ambagan office reported 259 millimeters during the same period. Officials expect the rain to continue for another two to three days.

Chattogram City Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain said that 30 percent of work on the Mirza Canal remains incomplete, which has contributed to waterlogging in parts of the city. He added that city authorities are working continuously to reduce flooding impacts.

The father of Adil, a student killed during the July 2024 uprising, has made three appeals to the government, emphasizing that martyrs should not be used for political purposes. He called for a fully independent judiciary to ensure justice for all citizens and the creation of an independent election commission to guarantee fair elections. His statements were shared on Facebook by former NCP leader Dr. Tasnim Jara on Tuesday.

Dr. Jara’s post also recounted Adil’s final moments before his death. A tenth-grade student preparing for his 2025 Dakhil exams, Adil had asked his mother for his ID card so his body could be identified if he died in the protests. His mother hid the card out of fear. Adil later joined the street demonstrations, where he was shot and died before reaching the hospital. His mother still keeps the 500-taka note he gave her that morning.

Adil’s father said his son’s sacrifice symbolizes the struggle for a new Bangladesh, urging that the nation honor such sacrifices by ensuring justice and fair governance.

Police in Tongi, Gazipur, arrested Monowar Hossain Khokon, general secretary of the Tongi West Thana Weavers’ League, on Tuesday morning in connection with an attack and vandalism at a minority family’s house in the Darail area. The incident occurred on Monday night when a group of 30 to 40 people, allegedly led by Khokon, used local weapons and tools to break into the home of Nirmohan Mondal, injuring ten family members.

According to Nirmohan Mondal, his family had long occupied about 40 percent of a disputed land, part of which was allegedly sold using forged documents. The family filed a court case over the matter, which remains under trial. Following the case, Khokon’s associates reportedly pressured the family to vacate the land, culminating in the violent attack.

Tongi West Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md Arifur Rahman confirmed Khokon’s arrest and said efforts were underway to apprehend others involved. Legal proceedings are in progress.

Petrobangla announced on Tuesday that the supply of regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG) from the Maheshkhali LNG terminals has dropped by about 300 million cubic feet per day (MMCFD). The company stated in a press release that this reduction has caused low gas pressure across the country, affecting all categories of consumers.

According to the statement, adverse weather conditions have significantly disrupted RLNG supply from the Maheshkhali terminals, leading to the current situation. Petrobangla warned that until the situation improves, residential, commercial, and industrial users nationwide may continue to experience low gas pressure.

Petrobangla expressed sincere regret for the temporary inconvenience caused to consumers and assured that normal supply would resume once conditions improve.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has declared that Tehran will not begin discussions on a final agreement if the United States continues issuing threats. Citing Article 13 of the memorandum of understanding signed with Washington, Araghchi made the statement in a post on social media platform X. He noted that millions of proud Iranians were gathering for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and emphasized that neither the people nor Iran’s armed forces would be intimidated by threats. Addressing the United States, he urged Washington to uphold the value of its signature.

Araghchi’s remarks came in response to comments by US President Donald Trump, who said that the United States would either reach a deal with Iran or “finish unfinished business.” Speaking to reporters at the Oval Office, Trump added that the US could destroy Iran’s bridges and cut off its fuel supply within an hour, asserting that Iran currently had no money and that Washington had not given it any.

The exchange underscores heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington, with both sides invoking past agreements and warning of consequences if threats persist.

Prime Minister’s Information Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman announced that the July Museum will be inaugurated before August 5. He made the statement to journalists on Tuesday around 11:30 a.m., emphasizing that the current government identifies itself as the 'July government' and discourages any derogatory remarks about the July uprising or its fighters.

Dr. Rahman also said that the government currently holds nine lakh metric tons of food stock, which exceeds its target. Regarding the upcoming local government elections, he stated that a roadmap has been prepared, and the election schedule will be announced in the second half of August.

The announcement reflects the government’s efforts to highlight historical events associated with July while maintaining readiness for upcoming local elections and ensuring food security.

Australian national football team forward Tate Yangi has formally embraced Islam, drawing wide attention across the sports and Muslim communities. The 25-year-old player converted to Islam at a mosque in his hometown of Adelaide after Friday prayers, just before being named in Australia’s final World Cup squad. Islamic scholar Mufti Menk was present during the ceremony, where Yangi recited the Shahada to declare his faith.

In an interview afterward, Yangi said his decision to accept Islam was not spontaneous but the result of a long period of learning and reflection. During his meeting with Mufti Menk, he was asked whether he had recited the Shahada before. Upon replying no, he was invited to do so and accepted immediately. Yangi expressed pride in his new faith and said he hopes to represent the beauty and true teachings of Islam through honesty and humanity both on and off the field.

Yangi recently scored on his debut against Switzerland in a pre-World Cup friendly, strengthening his position in the national team.

A mother and her young son were killed when a speeding pickup truck hit their motorcycle in Birganj upazila of Dinajpur on Tuesday morning. The accident occurred around 6 a.m. in the Kabirajhat Panchpir area of Bhognagar Union. The victims were identified as Fahima Akter, 28, and her three-year-old son, Md. Abdullah, from Malgram in Kaharol upazila. Fahima’s husband, Nazmul Islam, 34, who was driving the motorcycle, was seriously injured and is receiving treatment at Birganj Upazila Health Complex.

According to police and local sources, Nazmul Islam was taking his wife and son to see a doctor in Thakurgaon’s Gareya area when the pickup struck their motorcycle from behind. The impact threw them onto the road, and the vehicle ran over them, killing the mother and child instantly. Locals rescued the injured father and took him to the hospital, while the pickup driver fled the scene.

Birganj police and highway police recovered the bodies and sent them to the hospital morgue. Police said efforts are underway to identify the pickup and take legal action.

Prime Minister’s Information Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman stated that a roadmap has been prepared for the upcoming local government elections, and the election schedule will be announced in the second half of August. He shared this information with journalists on Tuesday around 11:30 a.m.

During the same briefing, Dr. Rahman mentioned that the country currently has 900,000 metric tons of food stock, which exceeds the government’s target. He also said that the July Museum will be inaugurated before August 5, describing the current administration as the 'July government' and emphasizing that derogatory remarks about the July uprising or its participants are unacceptable.

The announcement outlines the government’s timeline for the next phase of local elections and highlights ongoing preparations in governance and cultural initiatives.

The funeral prayer for Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei and members of his family was held at the courtyard of Jamkaran Mosque in Qom on Tuesday morning. The prayer was led by Iran’s senior cleric Ayatollah Abdullah Jawadi Amoli. Following the ceremony, the bodies of Khamenei and his deceased family members were taken from the mosque toward the shrine of Hazrat Fatima Masumeh.

Mourners from various provinces of Iran began arriving at Jamkaran Mosque from Monday afternoon to attend the funeral prayer and final procession. By Monday night, the mosque grounds and surrounding streets were filled with people, and the flow of mourners continued into Tuesday. Participants carried red flags inscribed with “Ya Letharat al-Husayn” along with Iranian national flags as they joined the procession.

The farewell ceremony in Qom followed a massive gathering in Tehran the previous day, where large crowds had assembled to pay their last respects to the late leader.

Belgium reached the World Cup quarterfinals after defeating the United States 4-1 in the round of 16. Following the match, Belgian midfielder Nicolas Raskin expressed frustration over FIFA’s controversial decision to suspend the red-card ban of U.S. forward Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play despite disciplinary rules. Raskin said the result proved that justice ultimately prevails in life.

The controversy began when Balogun received a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which should have led to a one-match suspension. However, FIFA’s disciplinary committee lifted the ban, drawing criticism from multiple sides. The Belgian Football Federation filed an official complaint before the match, which was rejected. FIFA President Gianni Infantino later stated that the judicial body acted independently, though reports of his phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump fueled further debate.

Belgium’s victory, powered by goals from Charles De Ketelaere, Hans Vanaken, and Romelu Lukaku, secured a quarterfinal clash with Spain, who advanced after defeating Portugal.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar has strongly condemned the bomb attack that occurred on Monday night at the National Citizen Party (NCP) rally in Tarapur Eidgah field, Savar. He described the incident as cowardly and brutal, noting that several NCP leaders and activists were injured, with four in critical condition. Porwar expressed sympathy for the victims and called for their quick recovery.

In a statement to the media on Tuesday, Porwar said the attack reflected a severe deterioration of the country’s law and order situation. He criticized the local administration for failing to ensure security despite the presence of the opposition chief whip and alleged administrative involvement due to a sudden power outage before the explosion. He emphasized that political violence and bomb attacks are unacceptable in a democratic society.

Porwar urged authorities to conduct a fair and impartial investigation, uncover the cause of the power outage, identify those behind the attack, and bring them to justice. He called on the government to act decisively to maintain political stability and public safety.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 406 people in the capital during a 24-hour regular operation, according to Additional Police Commissioner Niyaz Mehdi. The arrests were made across various divisions, including Ramna, Lalbagh, Wari, Motijheel, Tejgaon, Mirpur, Gulshan, and Uttara. The DMP also filed 50 cases during the same period.

Police reported seizing 1.215 kilograms of cannabis, 2,290 yaba tablets, 15 pieces of aluminum frame scraps, a knife, an anti-cutter, five mobile phones, a motorcycle, and 8,350 taka in cash. The operation covered multiple police station areas in Dhaka, targeting illegal drugs and locally made weapons.

Authorities stated that legal proceedings against the detainees are underway following the recovery of narcotics and weapons during the raids.