Prime Minister’s Information and Broadcasting Advisor Zahed Ur Rahman stated that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman may redistribute portfolios among cabinet members or assign new individuals if deemed necessary. However, he added that no final decision has yet been made regarding whether such a move will take place after the government completes its 180 days in office.
The Traffic Division of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has launched a special drive against vehicles using illegal hydraulic horns, unauthorised hooters and noise-making devices to control noise pollution and raise public awareness on the roads in the capital.
The Bangladesh CNG Filling Station and Conversion Workshop Owners Association has announced a one-day nationwide shutdown of all CNG filling stations on July 30, demanding an increase in sales commission and a four-point charter of demands.
Rashed Khan, a BNP leader, has formally assumed his duties after being appointed as the Prime Minister's Political Assistant with the rank of secretary on a contractual basis.
Gold prices have increased again in the domestic market. According to the new rates, the Bangladesh Jewellers' Association (BAJUS) has raised the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 1,633 per bhori to Tk 2,21,441.
The government has announced the Hajj packages for both government and private management for next year (2027). Two Hajj packages have been set under government management. Of these, the minimum cost for the affordable package has been fixed at Tk 5,05,648. Meanwhile, the cost for the package with better facilities has been set at Tk 6,15,263.