The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast five days of continuous rain across the country, including Dhaka, due to active monsoon conditions. A low-pressure system may form over the northern Bay of Bengal by July 24, 2025. Moderate to heavy rainfall with gusty winds is likely in several divisions, especially Rangpur, Mymensingh, Sylhet, and Chattogram. Temperatures in Khulna and Barisal may remain stable, while other areas could see a 1–2°C drop in daytime temperatures. Nighttime temperatures may slightly decrease nationwide.

Israel has demolished thousands of buildings across Gaza since ending the ceasefire with Hamas in March. Satellite images and verified videos reveal extensive, deliberate destruction, including intact homes, schools, and mosques. Legal experts suggest these actions may constitute war crimes under international law. Israel claims the demolitions target Hamas infrastructure hidden in civilian areas, but many affected zones lie deep within Gaza. Humanitarian law experts argue that destroying entire neighborhoods without strict military necessity violates the Geneva Conventions and risks long-term harm to civilians.

The Cumilla Education Board has rescheduled the HSC and equivalent exams that were postponed on July 10 due to severe flooding in several districts, including Feni, Noakhali, Chandpur, Laxmipur, Brahmanbaria, and Cumilla. The affected exams—Physics 1st Paper, Accounting 1st Paper, and Logic 1st Paper—will now be held on August 12 at 10:00 AM. Exam Controller Runa Nasrin confirmed the new date, citing natural disasters and worsening weather conditions as the reason for the initial postponement.

China has begun construction of a massive hydropower dam on the Brahmaputra River, which flows from Tibet through India and into Bangladesh — triggering serious concerns in India over environmental and geopolitical impacts. The project, estimated to cost 1.2 trillion yuan (approximately $167 billion), will include five major hydropower stations. Once completed, the dam is expected to surpass the scale of the Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River. Downstream countries, particularly India and Bangladesh, fear that the dam could disrupt the river’s natural flow, negatively impact agriculture, and harm local ecosystems. Despite these concerns, China appears to be proceeding without addressing the objections raised by its neighbors.

During a rally in Rangamati as part of a national march, Nahid Islam, Convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP), called for the abolition of the current "Mujibist" constitution and the drafting of a new one that ensures representation of all ethnic communities in Bangladesh. "We are reaching out to every community, in every village, as part of this march," Nahid stated. "Some groups benefit by keeping the Chittagong Hill Tracts divided and unstable — we will not let that continue." He urged unity to eliminate division and unrest in the region. Speakers at the rally also criticized the practice of transferring corrupt officials to the hill districts as punishment, calling for accountability and justice.

Interim government advisor Dr. Fawzul Kabir Khan has announced a plan to provide low-interest loans to replace unfit public transport vehicles. At a ceremony launching the 'Rapid Pass' card system at Hatirjheel on Sunday, he stated that restoring order to the public transport system is a government priority. The new card system was introduced on 10 BRTC buses operating on the Gulistan–Shibbari–Motijheel route, with five buses showcased at the event.

Foreign Affairs Advisor Md. Touhid Hossain stated that while the Chittagong Hill Tracts Peace Accord has been in place for 27 years, its implementation remains complex and cannot be achieved overnight. Speaking at an event in Bandarban, he emphasized the government’s commitment to peace and development. He also expressed concern over declining educational standards, citing GPA-5 inflation. Hill Affairs Advisor Supradip Chakma highlighted extreme poverty in the hill districts and mismanagement of government allocations. The event concluded with distribution of saplings, livestock, sewing machines, and health vouchers to local farmers and women.

Dhaka South Unit of the BNP’s volunteer wing has expelled Khan Monir, Convener of the New Market Thana Volunteer Team, following his arrest on extortion charges. The army detained him on July 16 with Tk 22,874 and a mobile phone, later handing him over to police. The party cited breach of discipline and stripped him of all positions, including primary membership. Members have been instructed to sever ties with him.

Bandarban, July 20 – Foreign Affairs Advisor Md. Touhid Hossain has stated that the implementation of the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) Peace Accord, now 27 years old, cannot be achieved overnight. "It has taken nearly three decades, and it's unrealistic to expect sudden implementation. Neither you should expect that, nor do we," he remarked at a public event in Bandarban. He emphasized the government’s commitment to promoting peace and development in the region. Highlighting concerns about the quality of education, he criticized the excessive competition for GPA-5, saying it has compromised academic standards. Hill Affairs Advisor Supradip Chakma also addressed the gathering, noting that extreme poverty remains widespread across the three hill districts. "Despite government allocations, poor implementation and misuse have led to funds being returned unutilized," he said. The event concluded with the distribution of saplings, livestock, sewing machines, and health-related financial support to local farmers and women, aimed at boosting livelihoods and social welfare in the region.

Dr. A F M Khalid Hossain, Religious Affairs Advisor, visited Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman at his residence following his recent illness. Dr. Rahman was hospitalized after falling ill during a speech at Suhrawardy Udyan and has since returned home. Prominent BNP figures including Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Chairperson Khaleda Zia, Tareque Rahman, and chief advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus have also expressed concern. Yunus reportedly sent his press secretary to visit the Jamaat leader, who expressed gratitude for the well-wishes and prayers.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of three party activists who passed away while attending a national rally. In a condolence message, he described their sacrifice as a source of inspiration and prayed for their place in paradise. The deceased were identified as Abu Sayeed (Khulna), Mostafizur Rahman (Pabna, accident), and Shah Alam (Rangpur, heart attack). Several others were reportedly injured during the event.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed six cases against 23 individuals over alleged land allocation fraud in the Purbachal New Town Project. The accused include former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy, daughter Saima Wazed Putul, sister Sheikh Rehana, and other family members. The charges allege that they illegally obtained diplomatic zone plots despite being ineligible. The ACC claims that the allocations were made through abuse of power and corruption. Senior government and former RAJUK officials have also been implicated. These cases were filed earlier in January.

Sarjis Alam, Chief Organizer of the National Citizen Party (NCP), has come under fire for his remark describing Bandarban as a place to "send extortionists as punishment." Facing widespread criticism, Alam has publicly apologized for the comment. The Hill Tracts Student Council declared him "unwelcome" in the region, condemning the remark as an insult to the hill communities and a reflection of state discrimination. In a Facebook post, Sarjis Alam expressed regret and reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for the rights and dignity of all ethnic groups. The student council had earlier warned that if no apology was made, all NCP activities would be declared unwelcome in the Chittagong Hill Tracts.

Bangladesh and the United States have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which Bangladesh will import 700,000 metric tons of wheat annually from the US at competitive prices over the next five years. Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder stated that this initiative will play a vital role in strengthening the country's food security, nutrition, and supply chain. The agreement was signed by Director General of the Directorate General of Food, Abul Hasnat, and Vice President of the US Wheat Associates, Joseph Sowers. The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials from both countries, including US Chargé d’Affaires Tracy Ann Jacobson.

In the wake of the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government, an anti-corruption campaign by the interim administration has prompted the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) to freeze several high-value properties in London linked to Hasina’s close associates. These assets—worth hundreds of crores of Bangladeshi taka—were allegedly purchased using illicit funds siphoned through government contracts and the banking sector. Many individuals are now scrambling to liquidate their properties. While some label the crackdown as politically motivated, joint investigations by The Guardian and Transparency International have uncovered substantial evidence of corruption. Bangladesh has requested the UK to freeze more properties as investigations continue.