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Health authorities in Dhaka and across Bangladesh are reporting a heavy concurrent burden of mosquito-borne and vaccine-preventable illness. Officials recorded 550 new dengue cases in the 24 hours to August 26, including 215 in Dhaka Division, bringing the year's total to 31,380 cases and 88 deaths. Separate reports describe 534 hospitalisations with three deaths in one 24-hour window, and 546 fresh cases with one death overnight. On measles, five more children died in the period reported on August 27, with 956 suspected and 75 confirmed cases; since March 15, suspected measles-related deaths stand at 856 and 134,437 suspected patients have been admitted.
Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha · Aug 26, 2026In Manikganj, the National Board of Revenue sealed Beauty Tobacco Company's production facility after counterfeit banderoles were found on cigarettes, seizing 370,000 cigarettes and filing a criminal case on August 26.
Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha · Aug 26, 2026In Dhaka, Bangladesh Hindu Mohajote held a human chain and rally outside the National Press Club on August 26, demanding arrests over the killings of retired teacher Ganapati Chakraborty, his wife, daughter and son in Rangpur, and giving authorities 24 hours to act. The University of Dhaka has decided to build a July Memorial Monument on campus honouring those killed in the 2024 July Uprising, with a foundation stone laying set for August 5.
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The Iranian Ambassador in Dhaka alleged that mainstream Western media is presenting the conflict in West Asia unfairly and with bias. He stated that oppressed people in Palestine and Gaza are labeled as 'terrorists,' while Israel is portrayed as a 'savior of democracy.' The comments were made at an international seminar.
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During a meeting with media and talk show personalities, questions were raised regarding the necessity of an upper house in Bangladesh's parliamentary system. Some also expressed reservations about a provision limiting a person to ten years as Prime Minister.
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State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir stated that Bangladesh expects positive results soon regarding Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s proposed visit to India. He noted the discussions were cordial following a meeting with the Indian High Commissioner in Dhaka.
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India's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ranveer Jaiswal stated that the issue of the Ganges water treaty will be discussed in the joint river commission. He added that all river-related matters between the two countries are discussed in this commission, noting ongoing technical discussions.
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The State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development, and Co-operatives stated that local government elections will commence next January and conclude by June. He also mentioned allocating 127 crore taka for road repair and development in Rangpur district.
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The nominations for the by-election in Thakurgaon-1 (covering Sadar, Ruhiha, and Bhulli upazilas) saw two BNP leaders declared valid. Additionally, four other candidates from various parties also had their nominations validated following scrutiny.
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Police arrested Ashraful Islam alias Sajal, a member of the National Citizens Party (SNCP), after an allegedly objectionable post regarding an excessive electricity bill on Facebook. Officials stated the arrest was for a previous case under anti-terrorism law, not the social media post itself.
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Dhaka Metropolitan Police said it arrested 428 people and filed 50 cases during anti-crime drives across the capital in the 24 hours before July 24, 2026. The raids covered multiple police division areas, including Mirpur, Wari, Motijheel, Tejgaon, Ramna, Uttara and Gulshan. Police said they seized cannabis, yaba tablets, phensidyl syrup, heroin, mobile phones and other items, and legal action is under way.
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Dhaka Metropolitan Police said it arrested 428 people and filed 50 cases in drives across the capital in the past 24 hours. The operations covered several DMP divisions and led to seizures of drugs, mobile phones, and other items. Police said legal action is under way.
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The Election Commission said on 2026-07-22 that it is preparing to hold the first phase of local government elections in October. Election Commissioner Md. Anwarul Islam Sarker said the poll schedule is expected to be announced in August. The commission said work is under way for the next round of local elections.
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BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said on 2026-07-20 that the government is committed to implementing both the BNP's 31-point reform agenda and the July Charter. He spoke after a meeting and dinner between Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and leaders of political parties involved in the anti-fascist movement. Fakhrul said the prime minister also promised that such coordination meetings would be held more frequently.
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Nagorik Oikko president Mahmudur Rahman Manna said the prime minister wanted allied parties to stay close to the government after a meeting in Dhaka. He said the discussion touched on the government's performance, reform issues and the July Charter.
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