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The July Movement ordinance is condemned by the Awami League as political propaganda.

Bangladesh’s Awami League has sharply criticized an ordinance introduced by the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, which officially recognizes the July 2024 movement as an “uprising.” The party accuses the ordinance of distorting history and undermining the legacy of the 1971 Liberation War by creating new categories such as “July Fighters” and “July Martyrs.” The Awami League alleges that the movement was not a genuine mass uprising but a foreign-backed conspiracy aimed at destabilizing the elected government. They have called for the immediate repeal of the ordinance, a ban on the new terminology, and insist that national recognition be reserved for those who contributed to Bangladesh’s independence.

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 Before being arrested, a mob in Dhaka assaults former Bangladesh Chief Election Commissioner Nurul Huda.

Bangladesh’s former Chief Election Commissioner, Nurul Huda, was assaulted by a mob at his Dhaka residence on Sunday and subsequently detained by police following a case filed by the BNP over alleged electoral irregularities during his tenure. Viral videos showed Huda being beaten with shoes before authorities intervened. This unprecedented arrest marks the first time a former CEC in Bangladesh has been detained over election-related issues. The interim government condemned the violence, urging citizens to uphold the rule of law and promising legal action against those involved in the attack.

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A delegation from the Bangladesh Army and Air Force is travelling to the UK to look for air defence equipment.

The Bangladesh Army is advancing its air defence ambitions by exploring new procurement avenues with the United Kingdom, following interest in Chinese-made surface-to-air missile systems. A high-level delegation led by Major General Mohammad Kamrul Hassan is attending the 19th Full Spectrum Air Defence Summit in London to address modern battlefield challenges and foster international collaboration. Meanwhile, the Bangladesh Air Force has bolstered its surveillance capabilities with the recent commissioning of a state-of-the-art GM 403-M long-range radar, underscoring the nation’s commitment to robust, integrated air defence in response to evolving aerial threats.

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Time for peace: US attacks three Iranian nuclear sites and enters a conflict zone

The United States has launched airstrikes targeting three of Iran’s most significant nuclear facilities—Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan—President Donald Trump announced on Saturday. In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump confirmed that the operation was completed successfully, with a full payload of bombs dropped on Fordow as the primary target. All US aircraft safely exited Iranian airspace following the attack. The move marks the US’s direct entry into the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, with Trump calling for peace and urging Iran to end hostilities. The president is scheduled to address the nation regarding this historic military operation.

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Officers from the US Army and Pacific Air Forces start travelling to Bangladesh for two joint drills.

Since June 20, a notable influx of US Army and Air Force personnel has arrived in Dhaka, later heading to Chittagong to participate in the planning conference for Operation Pacific Angel-25, set to commence on June 25. The arrival of these American officers—flying in from Qatar, Thailand, and other international destinations—has drawn close attention from the Bangladeshi security establishment, especially as plans for a “humanitarian corridor” to Myanmar’s Rakhine State remain on hold. Alongside Operation Pacific Angel, US defense personnel will also engage in Exercise Tiger Lighting-2025, focused on enhancing peacekeeping readiness and strengthening regional security cooperation between the US and Bangladesh. The exercises are being coordinated by the Bangladesh Army’s Armed Forces Division, highlighting growing military ties between the two nations.

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The absence of the Awami League in elections will exacerbate instability in Bangladesh 

The general election planned by the Yunus regime, in association with Bangladesh’s political parties, is unlikely to gain public trust or meet the accepted standards of a democratic process. With the Awami League—the nation’s largest political party—excluded from participation, the question of whether this election can truly be free and fair is at the forefront of both domestic and international concern. Observers warn that an election without the Awami League will lack legitimacy, invite instability, and fail to resolve the country’s deepening political crisis. The call for a credible, inclusive, and transparent election remains a critical demand for Bangladesh’s future.

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A retired major general from Bangladesh who is connected to the 2004 Chittagong arms haul case pays a discreet visit to Guangzhou.

Six months after his early release from a life sentence, former Bangladesh DGFI Director Major General (retd) Rezzakul Haider Chowdhury made a 12-day trip to Guangzhou, China, returning to Dhaka on June 18, 2025. Chowdhury, who was acquitted by the Bangladesh High Court in December 2024 for his role in the notorious 2004 Chittagong arms haul case, is now the focus of renewed speculation about his ongoing activities. The 2004 case involved the seizure of ten truckloads of arms, allegedly destined for Indian insurgents and traced to a Chinese state-controlled company. Bangladeshi intelligence agencies are investigating the purpose of Chowdhury’s recent visit, amid concerns about possible links to regional security dynamics.

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Free speech and expression are still suppressed by the Yunus-led interim government.

An alleged graft case filed by Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) against a former vice-chancellor of Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur (BRUR) and several others has reignited concerns over the Yunus-led interim regime’s ongoing efforts to stifle free speech and independent journalism. The accused, including prominent educationist Nazmul Ahsan Kalimullah, are charged with embezzlement and financial irregularities, charges they contest as politically motivated. Since taking power in August 2024, the interim government has been accused of widespread media repression—dismissing over a thousand journalists, forcibly taking over private TV channels, and canceling press accreditations. The International Federation of Journalists’ latest report highlights the mounting challenges faced by Bangladesh’s media, as the regime continues to project a reformist image while deepening its control over the press. The current political climate underscores the fragile state of press freedom and democratic institutions in Bangladesh.

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ICG recognizes that the government of Bangladesh is still interacting with the Arakan Army in Rakhine State, Myanmar.

The International Crisis Group has recommended that Bangladesh continue talks with the Arakan Army regarding informal cross-border assistance, calling it the most feasible option in the ongoing Rohingya crisis. The ICG’s latest report urges improved coordination between Bangladesh’s government and security forces to check the influence of armed Rohingya groups in refugee camps and prevent weapons inflow. It warns that further refugee flight could harm Dhaka’s relationship with the Arakan Army and fuel recruitment into armed factions. The report also stresses the need for sustained international humanitarian aid and cross-border trade to improve conditions in Rakhine, emphasizing that failure to act could worsen the crisis in the region.

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According to reports, the British PM declines to meet with Muhammad Yunus, the interim leader of Bangladesh.

In a notable diplomatic snub, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declined to meet Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor of Bangladesh’s interim government, during Yunus’s four-day visit to the UK. While Yunus did meet with UK National Security Advisor Jonathan Powell, speculation about a meeting with Starmer was dispelled as UK officials confirmed no such plans. The visit has sparked controversy, with large protests by the UK branch of Bangladesh’s Awami League accusing Yunus of undermining Bangladesh’s liberation legacy and demanding his prosecution. Demonstrators greeted Yunus with black flags, slogans, and even hurled shoes and eggs at his convoy. The Awami League’s UK branch also sent a letter to British authorities urging them not to recognize Yunus’s government, citing concerns over political repression and human rights abuses. The episode highlights ongoing tensions and divisions within Bangladeshi politics.

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ASSAM RIFLES DISTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL ITEMS IN  MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES CONDUCTS MEDICAL AND OUTREACH CAMP

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Over the following two years, 150 Northeast goods will be GI-tagged.

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Over 1.46 lakh people visited Kaziranga National Park in the 2025–2026 season, indicating an increase in tourism in Assam.

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“Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir,” the largest auditorium in NE, opens in Guwahati.

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42 new train stops are added by Northeast Frontier Railway throughout Assam and West Bengal.

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Four people were detained for damaging Christmas decorations at St. Mary’s School in Nalbari in Assam.

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Due to the NH-715 diversion proposal, locals block the Kaliabor–Jakhalabandha road in Assam.

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Dima Hasao tourism may suffer as Vistadome Express will be permanently discontinued on January 1 in Assam.

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Assam CM: 18 foreigners who tried to enter illegally were returned

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In an interstate operation, Tripura police find 24 missing young people from Siang, Arunachal.

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ASSAM RIFLES SEIZES HEROIN WORTH ₹14 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM

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ASSAM RIFLES RECOVERS HUGE QUANTITY OF EXPLOSIVES ON JIRIBAM-TIPAIMUKH ROAD, MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES GUWAHATI

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES KOLKATA

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ASSAM RIFLES AND DRI SEIZES YABA TABLETS WORTH ₹39 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM