A local BNP leader was killed and another injured following a clash in the capital's Adabar area on Wednesday night, July 2. The incident occurred after a dispute over watching a World Cup football match escalated into violence.
The government has begun preparations to shift the four major bus terminals in the capital. A high-level government delegation visited several potential locations for alternative bus terminals and temporary bus depots with the aim of reducing traffic congestion and making the public transport system more efficient on Wednesday.
The government has taken new initiatives to strengthen security in upazila health complexes across the country, control the violence of brokers and ensure safe medical services for patients. As part of this, 5,000 armed Ansar members have been deployed in 500 upazila health complexes across the country.
Bangladesh Police introduced another new uniform, with members beginning duty in dark blue or light olive shirts paired with khaki pants from Wednesday (July 1).
Education and Primary and Mass Education Minister Dr. ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon said that the 2026 Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations will start across the country from July 2. The government is on the highest alert to organize the exams in a fair, transparent and question paper-leak-free environment. No one will be able to pass if they commit punishable crimes.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has stood by a college student from Satkhira's Kalaroa Upazila in recognition of his humanitarian initiative. The Prime Minister has sent financial assistance and gifts to the student for taking care of a blind and sick horse rescued from the road.