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New Study Delves Into the Internet Shutdowns of Bangladesh’s 2024 Uprising - Digitally Right

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This document is a report by Digitally Right Limited and OONI (Open Observatory of Network Interference) examining the internet shutdowns that occurred during Bangladesh's student-led uprising from July 15 to August 5, 2024 — the country's longest internet shutdown at 22 days. The report reconstructs a verified timeline of the shutdowns, maps how they were enforced across different network layers, and assesses their implications for human rights and accountability.

## Main Topics Covered

- **Scale and tactics**: The shutdown involved multiple control methods including nationwide blackouts, bandwidth throttling, cache server deactivations, and social media/VPN blocking
- **Correlation with violence**: The most intense network disruptions coincided with spikes in casualties during the protests
- **Governance and opacity**: Shutdowns were executed through informal directives (including via WhatsApp) by multiple overlapping government bodies (BTRC, NTMC, DoT) with little transparency
- **ISP involvement**: Internet service providers and mobile operators were instructed to implement restrictions, often through verbal or informal orders
- **Circumvention crackdown**: Authorities actively blocked VPNs and other tools used to bypass restrictions

The report concludes that internet shutdowns functioned as a **central state tool** to suppress dissent and control information during the political crisis that ultimately led to Sheikh Hasina's fall from power.

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July 22: As death toll hits 187, Hasina meets business leaders amid nationwide crackdown

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This news article, published by Dhaka Tribune, is a retrospective piece commemorating the one-year anniversary of events on July 22, 2024, during Bangladesh's "Monsoon Revolution" — a period of widespread anti-government protests centered on quota reform.

The article covers three main topics: **the escalating violence and crackdown**, in which the death toll reached 187, nearly 1,200 people were detained, and a curfew was in place with only a brief four-hour relief window; **Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's response**, in which she met with business leaders and blamed Jamaat-Shibir and the BNP for orchestrating the unrest, while BNP denied involvement and characterized it as a student-led movement; and **the protest movement's status**, including student coordinators losing contact with four colleagues and demanding their whereabouts be disclosed within 24 hours, and coordinator Nahid Islam relocating for security after being previously abducted.

Overall, the article paints a picture of a deeply polarized political crisis, with the government framing the unrest as a political conspiracy while protesters and opposition figures characterized it as legitimate, student-led resistance against state oppression.


Adviser: Uprising victims to be recognized as 'July Martyrs’, 'July Warriors'

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published February 17, 2025) reports on the Bangladeshi government's official recognition and compensation plan for victims of the July 2024 uprising. Liberation War Affairs Adviser Faruk E Azam announced that those killed during the movement will be formally designated **"July Martyrs"** and the injured will be called **"July Warriors,"** with each group receiving official certificates and identity cards.

The article details specific financial benefits, including **Tk30 lakh for martyrs' families**, a **Tk20,000 monthly allowance plus Tk5 lakh one-time payment** for severely injured victims, and lesser amounts for those who lost limbs. Additionally, the government announced the near-completion of a **"July Directorate"** to oversee these programs, with injured survivors also being prioritized for government employment and vocational training.


Turmoil at Bangladesh Bank: 6 top officials including BB deputy governors forced to resign

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune reports on a major institutional crisis at Bangladesh Bank (BB) on August 7, 2024, when hundreds of bank officials stormed the central bank's Motijheel headquarters demanding the resignations of top leadership. The protesters, accusing senior officials of supporting former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government and enabling bank looters, forced four deputy governors (Kazi Sayedur Rahman, Nurun Nahar, Md Khurshid Alam, and Md Habibur Rahman), BFIU head Masud Biswas, and bank advisor Abu Farah Nasser to resign or sign blank papers under duress.

The article details that Deputy Governor Sayedur Rahman submitted a handwritten resignation and was escorted out under army protection, while others verbally promised to resign but did not submit written documents. The Bangladesh Bank's spokesperson confirmed that since these officials were government-appointed, their resignations would be formally processed by the incoming interim government. Governor Abdur Rouf Talukder was notably absent from the office throughout the events.


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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of July 30, 2024, during what is referred to as Bangladesh's "Monsoon Revolution." It centers on a symbolic confrontation between the ruling Awami League government and anti-quota student protesters, represented visually by **black versus red** — the government declared a national day of mourning (symbolized by black badges), while protesters defiantly wore red clothing and changed their social media profile pictures red in resistance.

Key topics covered include the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM) organizing symbolic protests, teachers at multiple universities rallying in solidarity, Transparency International Bangladesh demanding the release of detained student leaders, Amnesty International condemning mass arrests, and the government's announcement that Jamaat-Shibir would be banned by executive order on July 31. Critics such as Professor Asif Nazrul and BELA's Syeda Rizwana Hasan publicly condemned the government's violent crackdown on protesters.


Information sought on July revolution casualties by Jan 31

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This news article from Bangladesh (published January 1, 2025) reports that a government special cell is seeking information about casualties from the July-August 2024 student-public uprising. A first phase list of those martyred or injured during the protests (July 15 to August 5, 2024) has already been published online, but authorities are now inviting applications for individuals who were left off that initial list.

The deadline for submitting applications is **January 31, 2025**, and applicants must provide supporting documents including national ID, proof of medical treatment, and contact information, submitted to designated local government offices or the July Shaheed Smrity Foundation.


What is happening at the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital?

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published June 12, 2025) reports on an ongoing crisis at the **National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital in Agargaon, Bangladesh**, where regular outpatient services have been suspended for over two weeks, with only emergency services operational.

The crisis was triggered on **May 25, 2025**, when four injured protesters from the July 2024 uprising allegedly consumed poison during a meeting to protest what they described as negligent treatment. Tensions escalated on May 28 when protesters demanded medical treatment abroad, leading to a physical clash between hospital staff and protesters that resulted in a complete nine-day shutdown. The hospital's daily patient footfall dropped from its normal **3,000–4,000 people** to virtually none.

A **government-appointed expert committee** examined the patients and concluded that treatment had been satisfactory, recommending discharge or referral rather than overseas treatment, though 24 of 54 patients refused examination. Hospital authorities expected full operations to resume on **June 14**, while protest representatives warned of a renewed movement following the Eid holiday period.


CA Yunus with political leaders visits July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum

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This news article reports on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus's visit to the **July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum** at Ganabhaban, Dhaka on January 20, 2026, where he reviewed the museum's final-stage construction alongside political leaders from BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, and the National Citizens Party, as well as several government advisers.

The museum documents the **July Mass Uprising**, state repression, enforced disappearances, and 16 years of governance under ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, preserving photographs, martyrs' belongings, documents, and audio-visual materials. During the visit, Yunus watched a documentary on state atrocities and praised the courage of unarmed citizens who resisted the regime.

Yunus emphasized the museum's importance as an educational resource, urging citizens and students to visit, while Culture Adviser Farooki noted the museum was built remarkably quickly — largely by volunteers working without pay — and would be **opened to the public before the upcoming election**.


Adilur: Govt to ensure support for July protesters like FFs

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This news article from January 26, 2025 reports on statements made by Adilur Rahman Khan, adviser for Bangladesh's Ministry of Industries and Ministry of Housing and Public Works, regarding government support for participants in the July 2024 uprising. He announced that the government plans to establish a separate department to provide support to July uprising protesters and martyrs' families, similar to how the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs supports freedom fighters. The article also notes that financial assistance was distributed to families of 16 martyrs from Munshiganj who died during the uprising, and Adilur acknowledged ongoing challenges in delivering justice and fulfilling the needs of affected families through the July Shaheed Smrity Foundation.


What are the categories for those injured during July uprising?

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This news article from Bangladesh's Dhaka Tribune (published February 17, 2025) explains the classification system established by Bangladesh's Ministry of Health for approximately **13,848 individuals injured during the July 2024 uprising**. The ministry revised three assistance categories on February 9, 2025, to guide medical treatment, rehabilitation, and financial support for victims.

The three categories are:
- **Category A** (severely injured, e.g., loss of limb/eye, blindness): one-time payment of Tk5 lakh + Tk20,000 monthly allowance
- **Category B** (critically injured with long-term needs, e.g., partial blindness, severe brain injury): Tk3 lakh lump sum + Tk15,000 monthly allowance
- **Category C** (those still recovering or already recovered): no direct financial aid, but priority in rehabilitation and employment

Victims will also be officially recognized as **"July Martyrs" and "July Warriors,"** with martyr families receiving savings certificates worth Tk30 lakh.


Snigdho resigns from July Shaheed Smrity Foundation

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Mir Mahbubur Rahman Snigdho has resigned as Chief Executive Officer of the **July Shaheed Smrity Foundation**, a Bangladeshi NGO established in the aftermath of the 2024 anti-discrimination student movement. He cited pursuing higher education as his reason for stepping down, and will reportedly go abroad for studies, while remaining on the foundation's board of directors. Lieutenant Colonel (Retd) Kamal Akbar has been appointed as the new CEO.

## Main Topics Covered

- **Snigdho's resignation** as CEO and transition to a board member role
- **Appointment of a new CEO** (Lt. Col. Retd. Kamal Akbar)
- **Foundation's recent activities**, including VAT/tax waivers on donations, a call centre launch, five legal cases filed, and employment arrangements for approximately 100 martyred families
- **Background on the foundation**, which was officially formed on September 12, 2024, and approved as a non-political NGO on October 21, 2024, under Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus


Sarjis: Jobs will be based on merit, regardless of ideology

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers statements made by Sarjis Alam, general secretary of the July Shaheed Smrity Foundation, regarding job recruitment in Bangladesh's civil service. He criticized the re-verification process of the 43rd BCS (Bangladesh Civil Service) exam, in which 168 candidates were disqualified largely based on political background intelligence reports rather than merit.

Alam argued that government jobs are a constitutional right and should be awarded based on merit alone, regardless of a candidate's or their family's political affiliations. He drew parallels to the previous Awami League era, where non-party members faced barriers to top government positions, and warned that continuing such politically influenced screening practices could erode public trust in the system and drive talented young Bangladeshis to seek opportunities abroad.


Four July warriors ingest poison over 'lack of govt support'

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune reports that four young men who lost their eyesight during Bangladesh's July 2024 uprising ingested poison on May 25, 2025, while undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital in Dhaka. The incident occurred during a meeting with the CEO of the July Shaheed Smrity Foundation, reportedly triggered by frustration over the government's failure to provide adequate medical care and rehabilitation nine months after their injuries. All four were transferred to Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital and are in stable condition.

## Main Topics

- **The poisoning incident**: Four "July warriors" (uprising participants) deliberately ingested poison in protest at the hospital
- **Government inaction**: The victims alleged repeated unfulfilled promises regarding advanced treatment and rehabilitation support
- **Hospital conditions**: The facility houses 55 patients injured during the uprising, with many reluctant to leave due to fears about lack of rehabilitation and unresolved issues outside the hospital


July Shaheed Smrity Foundation offices to be established in every division

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This news article reports that the July Shaheed Smrity Foundation, which supports families of victims from Bangladesh's **July Movement**, plans to establish offices in every administrative division of the country. The announcement was made by Sarjis Alam, the foundation's secretary, at a press conference in Dhaka on January 1, 2025.

Key facts covered include:
- **826 people** were killed in the July Movement, with assistance provided to **628 victim families** so far, leaving **198 families** still awaiting help
- The foundation holds **Tk109 crore** in its bank account, of which **Tk47 crore** has been distributed, with **Tk61 crore** remaining
- Of **11,306 injured individuals**, only **1,601** have received assistance
- The government plans to provide **Tk30 lakh** in financial assistance to victim families that month
- Concerns were raised about fraudulent claims, requiring medical documents to be authenticated by doctors


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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published February 3, 2026) reports on foreign diplomats based in Dhaka visiting the **July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum** ahead of its public opening. The museum is housed in **Ganabhaban**, the former official residence of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and commemorates the approximately 4,000 people killed during the **2024 mass uprising** that ended her rule.

During the two-hour visit, Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki guided the diplomats through the museum, and attendees observed a one-minute silence for the victims. Representatives from dozens of countries and international organizations attended, including ambassadors from the EU, US, Russia, China, France, and others, with the EU ambassador describing the museum as "inspiring" and an important reminder of how mass uprisings occur.


July 20: Nahid abducted, journalists assaulted as crackdown deepens

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of July 20, 2024, during Bangladesh's student-led uprising known as the "Monsoon Revolution." On that day, a nationwide curfew resulted in at least 28 deaths, student movement coordinator Nahid Islam was abducted and later found injured on Purbachal Bridge, and three female journalists were physically assaulted while reporting in Narayanganj.

## Main Topics

- **Curfew and violence**: A nationwide lockdown killed at least 28 people, with Dhaka police conducting nighttime search operations targeting protesters
- **Student movement demands**: Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM) leaders presented an 8-point charter and met with government ministers, while refusing further talks until demands were met
- **Abduction and press freedom**: ADSM coordinator Nahid Islam was abducted and assaulted, and three female journalists were attacked while covering the unrest
- **Political crackdown**: BNP opposition figures were arrested, while ruling Awami League blamed BNP-Jamaat for the violence
- **Government response**: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina cancelled diplomatic trips to Spain and Brazil amid the escalating crisis


July Memorial Museum to be inaugurated on August 5

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This news article reports that Bangladesh's **July Memorial Museum** is scheduled to be inaugurated on **August 5**, as announced by Cultural Affairs Adviser **Mostofa Sarwar Farooki** at a press conference on July 14, 2025. While the inauguration will occur on that date, the museum will be opened to the general public at a later time.

The article describes the museum's purpose and contents, which include photos, documents, martyrs' clothing, audio/video materials, and exhibits related to the **July uprising** and **Sheikh Hasina's** escape from power. The museum aims to allow visitors to understand the circumstances of the uprising and Hasina's alleged misrule, and it will be incorporated into the **Bangladesh National Museum**.


July 19: 56 killed, 826 prisoners escape as Bangladesh plunges into chaos

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune documents the events of **July 19, 2024**, a particularly violent day during Bangladesh's "Monsoon Revolution," a period of widespread civil unrest driven by student protests. At least **56 people were killed**, hundreds were injured, and **826 prisoners escaped** from Narsingdi District Prison after it was set on fire with a petrol bomb, including nine militants, with weapons and supplies also looted.

The article details significant infrastructure attacks and vandalism targeting metro stations, police offices, a hospital, and a train, while **300 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh** were deployed nationwide and the Dhaka Metropolitan Police banned all public gatherings. The **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM)** issued nine demands and refused government dialogue, while political leaders from the Awami League and BNP offered opposing interpretations of the unrest, ultimately leading the government to impose a **nationwide curfew on July 20**.


July 21: Court revises quota system; Nahid tortured, hospitalized

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of July 21, 2024, during Bangladesh's quota reform protests, referred to as the "Monsoon Revolution." On that day, 21 people were killed across Dhaka and Narshingdi amid ongoing unrest, while the Supreme Court's Appellate Division issued a landmark ruling replacing the previous 43% quota system with a merit-based system covering 93% of public service recruitment, retaining only a 7% quota for freedom fighters, indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.

The article also details the torture and hospitalization of Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM) coordinator Nahid Islam, who was found abandoned on Purbachal Bridge after 24 hours in captivity and reported physical and mental abuse during interrogation. From his hospital bed, he announced a 48-hour suspension of protest activities while demanding the lifting of curfew and restoration of internet access. The piece also highlights the political conflict between the government, which blamed BNP-Jamaat operatives for the violence, and the BNP, which accused the government of deflecting responsibility for the crisis.


CA Yunus inspects progress of July Memorial Museum

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This news article reports that Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus visited Gonobhaban on August 5, 2025 (July Uprising Day) to inspect the construction progress of the **July Uprising Memorial Museum**. The museum is being built to document and preserve the history, struggles, martyrs, and victory of Bangladesh's July 2024 uprising. During the visit, Yunus met with engineers, architects, and workers, urging them to complete the project as soon as possible, and was accompanied by several senior government advisers and officials.


July 24: Curfew relaxed, Bank reopened, coordinators found blindfolded

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This news article covers events from July 24, 2024, during Bangladesh's "Monsoon Revolution," a period of civil unrest centered on a student-led anti-discrimination quota reform movement. The article documents the temporary relaxation of a nationwide curfew (10am–5pm), allowing government offices, banks, and financial institutions to reopen on a limited basis after a three-day closure.

Key events reported include the discovery of two Anti-Discrimination Student Movement coordinators, **Asif Mahmud and Abu Baker Majumdar**, who were found blindfolded after being missing for five days, alleging they were pressured to make statements to stop the movement. The article also covers **Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina** blaming BNP-Jamaat for economic destabilization, **BNP's claim** that 2,000 opposition members were detained, police compiling arrest lists of those involved in violence, and the partial restoration of broadband internet while mobile data remained suspended.


Child shot on rooftop as PM visits BTV, meets injured at DMCH

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This news article, published by the Dhaka Tribune, covers events from **July 26, 2024**, as part of a retrospective series on Bangladesh's "Monsoon Revolution." It documents the government's intensifying crackdown on the **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM)**, including military-style block raids in Dhaka neighborhoods, and the detention of three key ADSM coordinators — Nahid Islam, Asif Mahmud, and Abu Baker Mojumder — who were taken from a hospital while receiving treatment for injuries.

The article also covers **Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's** visit to Dhaka Medical College Hospital and the vandalized Bangladesh Television headquarters, as well as the death of **six-year-old Riya Gope**, who succumbed to a gunshot wound to the head sustained while playing on her rooftop on July 19. Additional topics include the jailing of former Ducsu vice president Nurul Haque Nur, BNP's claims of mass arbitrary arrests, the Awami League's dissolution of 27 ward committees due to organizational failures, and a partial relaxation of curfews in Dhaka and surrounding areas amid continued unrest.


DB detains coordinators as Palak says internet ‘just went down’

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* covers events from July 27, 2025, during a period of significant civil unrest in Bangladesh. The Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police detained Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM) coordinators Hasnat Abdullah and Sarjis Alam for "safety and questioning," following the earlier detention of three other ADSM coordinators, prompting university teachers to gather outside the DB office demanding transparency — a request that went unanswered.

The article also covers the government's response to a nationwide internet disruption, with ICT State Minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak claiming the internet "just went down" rather than being deliberately shut down, while Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina visited the injured and characterized the broader unrest as an economic sabotage plot. Additional context includes reports of custodial torture of opposition figures, with BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir condemning the abuse, and a tearful plea from the wife of detained former DUCSU VP Nurul Haque Nur.

The piece is set against a backdrop of over **9,000 arrests and at least 210 deaths** since July 18, 2025, reflecting a severe political and security crisis in Bangladesh.


July 25: Hasina visits vandalized metro station as death toll hits 204

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of July 25, 2024, as part of a retrospective series on Bangladesh's "Monsoon Revolution." It documents a period of severe civil unrest stemming from the quota reform movement, which resulted in at least **204 deaths and 4,500 arrests** nationwide.

## Main Topics

- **Sheikh Hasina's visit** to the vandalized Mirpur-10 Metro Rail station, where she condemned the destruction and appealed for public help identifying perpetrators
- **The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM)** issuing a statement expanding their demands beyond quota reform and calling for international advocacy
- **Government accusations** against BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami for allegedly orchestrating arson attacks on state infrastructure, which opposition leaders denied and countered by demanding an international investigation
- **A political arrest** of Bangladesh Jatiya Party Chairman Andaleeve Rahman Partho on incitement charges
- **Postponement of HSC examinations** until August 1 due to safety concerns


July 23: 7% quota gazette issued, protesters call for justice over deaths

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This news article, published on July 23, 2025, covers events that occurred on July 23, 2024, as part of a "Monsoon Revolution" retrospective series. On that day, the Bangladeshi government issued a gazette formalizing a **7% public service quota** — 5% for freedom fighters, 1% for indigenous communities, and 1% for persons with disabilities and third-gender individuals — following an Appellate Division verdict.

Despite the quota reform being implemented, **protests continued**, with Anti-Discrimination Student Movement coordinator Nahid Islam demanding accountability for deaths and injuries sustained during the demonstrations. Additionally, **broadband internet was partially restored** after a five-day shutdown, long-distance transport resumed on key highways, and several Dhaka Metropolitan Police station commanders were transferred.


July 28: Coordinators end protest in custody; Hasina consoles victims’ kin

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This news article covers events from July 28, 2024, during Bangladesh's Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM), as part of a retrospective series called "Monsoon Revolution." Six student coordinators, including Nahid Islam, announced the withdrawal of their protest movement while in detention at the Dhaka Metropolitan Police's Detective Branch (DB), claiming the government had met their demands regarding quota system reform.

The article also covers Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina meeting with families of 34 people killed during the protests, offering financial aid and promising justice, while also noting that 21 Awami League activists died and that public infrastructure was attacked. Additionally, the piece details ongoing internet restrictions, with mobile social media platforms remaining blocked, mass arrests exceeding 2,500 individuals, extended curfew hours in multiple cities, and the remanding of opposition political figures including members of BNP and Jamaat.


July 32: Coordinators released, Jamat banned, streets still ablaze

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of August 1, 2024, during what is referred to as Bangladesh's **"Monsoon Revolution"** — a student-led protest movement against the government. The article details three major developments on that date: the release of six detained Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM) coordinators, the government's formal ban of Islamist political party Jamaat-e-Islami under anti-terrorism laws, and the launch of a nationwide "Remembering Our Heroes" campaign demanding accountability for killings, arrests, and disappearances of protesters.

The article also covers related acts of resistance, including university professors staging sit-ins, a professor removing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's portrait from her office, and musicians withdrawing from government-affiliated concerts. The title references online activists' symbolic proposal to call August "July 32," reflecting their determination to continue protests beyond the bloody month of July.


July 29: Nationwide unrest escalates as red profile pictures flood Facebook

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of **July 29, 2024**, during a period of political unrest in Bangladesh known as the **"Monsoon Revolution."** Nationwide protests erupted across major cities including Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet, led by the **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM)**, after a video of detained student coordinators was released, which activists claimed was made under coercion. Clashes occurred between demonstrators and police, Chhatra League, and Jubo League members, resulting in arrests.

The article also covers the **political fallout**, including Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina labeling opposition groups BNP and Jamaat as extremists, a government push to ban Jamaat-Shibir, and opposition parties demanding the government's resignation. By evening, a wave of **red Facebook profile pictures** spread as a symbol of solidarity with the protest movement, marking a key moment of digital mobilization during the uprising.


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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of **August 3, 2024**, as part of a retrospective series called "Monsoon Revolution." At Shaheed Minar, Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM) Coordinator Nahid Islam replaced a nine-point charter with a single demand: the **resignation of the Sheikh Hasina government**, followed by a declared non-cooperation movement beginning August 4.

The article details widespread unrest across Bangladesh, including **nationwide highway blockades**, violent clashes between protesters and Awami League-affiliated groups (Jubo League and Chhatra League), attacks on BNP leaders' homes in Chittagong, and assaults on journalists. Multiple political parties — including the BNP, Communist Party of Bangladesh, and Islamic Andolan Bangladesh — joined the student movement's demands.

Key figures mentioned include **Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman**, who pledged the military's support for the public, **Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina**, who offered dialogue, and over **600 BRAC University faculty members** who issued a solidarity statement demanding accountability. By this point, **over 11,000 people had been arrested** since the movement began.


Concerns rise as on-duty journalists are targeted

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 4, 2024) reports on a surge in violent attacks against journalists in Bangladesh during anti-government protests. Four journalists were killed and over 250 were injured while on duty, with attacks carried out by both protesters and ruling party activists who identified and targeted reporters at protest sites.

The article highlights specific incidents, including the assault of photographer Shahidul Islam in Rajshahi, attacks on journalists in Comilla, and the harassment of a female journalist in Dhaka. Journalist leaders attribute the targeting to social media disinformation campaigns that portrayed mainstream media as biased or untrustworthy, leading agitators to view journalists as adversaries rather than neutral reporters.


July 31: March for justice, social media restored

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of July 31 during Bangladesh's Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM), specifically focusing on a nationwide "March for Justice." The protest drew participation from students and academics across multiple universities, including ULAB, BUET, and SUST, while police responded with crackdowns including detaining students and seizing red bandanas in Dinajpur and Rajshahi. Notably, the government restored access to social media platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and WhatsApp after a period of digital blackout.

The article also covers political reactions, including statements from Jamaat-e-Islami, BNP, and Awami League, as well as international condemnation from the UN Secretary-General's spokesperson and British Labour MPs of Bangladeshi origin who called for a transparent investigation into the violence surrounding the movement.


Citizens praise July Declaration, but wish for more clarity

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (August 5, 2025) reports on citizens gathered at Manik Mia Avenue in Dhaka to commemorate the first anniversary of Bangladesh's "Monsoon Revolution," sharing their reactions to the newly issued **July Declaration** — a formal recognition of participants in the 2024 uprising against Sheikh Hasina's government.

Attendees broadly welcomed the declaration as an important symbolic step but expressed concerns that it **lacked clarity and specificity**, particularly regarding legal protections for revolutionaries and the risk of future governments labeling them as extremists. Citizens also strongly emphasized the need for a **free, fair, and timely parliamentary election**, calling for neutrality, proper oversight of campaign activities, and an end to coercive political tactics.

The article features quotes from multiple ordinary citizens and students, reflecting a general cautious optimism toward the interim government led by **Professor Muhammad Yunus**, while stressing that words must be followed by concrete action and institutional reform before the next election.


Consensus Commission sends draft of July Charter to political parties

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The National Consensus Commission of Bangladesh has distributed a draft of the **"National (July) Charter–2025"** — an 84-point document — to political parties, requesting any proposed amendments be submitted by **August 20, 2025**. The charter is rooted in the **July–August 2024 uprising** that led to significant political change in Bangladesh, and is described as a consensus document reflecting the people's aspirations for a new political arrangement.

The main topics covered include:

- **Constitutional and legal reforms** spanning the judiciary, election system, public administration, policing, and anti-corruption mechanisms
- **Legal enforceability** of the charter's provisions, with the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court serving as the final interpretive authority
- **State recognition** of the 2024 uprising, including trials for killings that occurred during the protests, honoring martyrs, supporting their families, and rehabilitating the injured
- A commitment to **implement all actionable proposals before the next national election**


Clashes continue as ADSM holds mass processions

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers events of **August 2, 2024**, as part of a "Monsoon Revolution" retrospective series. It focuses on the **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM)** in Bangladesh, which organized mass processions and prayers amid ongoing violent clashes between protesters and police/Chhatra League members nationwide.

Key details include **two deaths** — a worker shot in Habiganj and a police member beaten to death in Khulna — along with solidarity marches by university teachers and ex-military officers. The movement's six coordinators rejected any withdrawal, while **BNP's Mirza Fakhrul** condemned the Awami League government as "murderous and autocratic," and **State Minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak** issued a public apology related to the quota reform movement.


Blast calls for ensuring everyone's safety, maintaining peace

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This news article covers a statement made by the Bangladesh Legal Aid and Services Trust (BLAST), a non-governmental organization, calling on the Bangladesh Army and administration to identify and prosecute individuals responsible for arson, attacks, vandalism, and killings that occurred across Bangladesh. The violence specifically targeted minority communities, religious places of worship, and public sculptures and structures.

BLAST cited **Articles 32 and 28(1) of the Bangladesh Constitution**, emphasizing that depriving citizens of life and liberty is illegal, and that the state cannot discriminate based on religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. The organization urged both authorities and the general public to ensure safety and maintain peace amid what it described as an **"anarchic"** and unconstitutional situation across the country.


Outline for interim govt in 24hrs, protest coordinator Nahid says

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 5, 2024) reports that Md Nahid Islam, a coordinator of Bangladesh's **Students Against Discrimination movement**, announced at a press conference in Tejgaon, Dhaka that an outline for an interim government would be formulated within 24 hours following the fall of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government. Nahid stated the outline would be developed through consultations with coordination committees, civil society, and political stakeholders. He also declared those killed in the uprising as **national heroes** and explicitly rejected any potential military takeover, stating the movement would not accept an army-declared state of emergency or military-formed government.

**Main topics covered:**
- Plans to establish an interim government within 24 hours
- The student-led uprising that brought down Sheikh Hasina's government
- Rejection of military intervention in the transitional process
- Dedication of the uprising to students killed during the protests


Fakhrul: Awami League unleashed terror to foil student movement

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 5, 2024) reports on a statement made by BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, in which he accused the ruling Awami League government of violently suppressing a student-led protest movement in Bangladesh. Fakhrul alleged that law enforcement and Awami League cadres killed approximately 100 people and injured over 1,000 others during the unrest, and accused the government of staging attacks on establishments like BSMMU to falsely blame protesters.

The article covers Fakhrul's key accusations and demands, including calling on the Prime Minister to resign, condemning internet and social media shutdowns, criticizing the imposition of an indefinite curfew, and urging BNP supporters to back the **Students Against Discrimination** movement's "March to Dhaka" program. He also pledged that those responsible for killing students and civilians would face trial.


Bangladeshi economists worldwide condemn govt crackdown on student protests

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 4, 2024) reports that over 100 Bangladeshi economists from around the world issued a joint statement condemning the Bangladeshi government's violent crackdown on student protests, which resulted in more than 200 deaths, thousands of injuries, and over 10,000 unlawful detentions. The economists criticized specific actions including "shoot-on-sight" orders, live fire from security forces, and an internet blackout used to suppress dissent and prevent documentation of abuses.

The signatories — affiliated with institutions such as Harvard, Yale, the University of London, and the International Food Policy Research Institute, and based across 14 countries — demanded a public government apology, fulfillment of student demands, restoration of democratic rights, and accountability for perpetrators. They also urged the international community to support justice efforts and warned that the ongoing repression carried long-term consequences for Bangladesh's social and economic well-being.


Four bodies recovered from burnt house of Natore MP Shafiqul

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This news article reports on the discovery of four bodies found in the burned home of Bangladeshi MP Shafiqul Islam Shimul of Natore-2 constituency, following mob violence on August 5, 2024. An angry crowd set fire to his residence, "Jannati Palace," along with two adjacent buildings, after news broke of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation.

The four victims were identified as Akib Hossain (17), Siam Hossain (18), Yasin Ali (18), and Shariful Islam Mohan (27), with their bodies discovered in various parts of the burned structure the following morning. The article also notes that at least 37 people were injured in related violence across the district, including one individual who was shot.


Thousands take to streets with processions in Dhaka

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 5, 2024) reports on massive street protests erupting across multiple neighborhoods of Dhaka, Bangladesh, including Jatrabari, Shaheed Minar, Badda, Uttara, Mirpur, and Shahbagh. The demonstrations began around 1:30 PM, with crowds gathering and marching in processions toward central locations such as Mirpur 10 roundabout and Agargaon.

A key development noted is that Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-uz-Zaman was scheduled to address the nation at 3 PM, with military authorities urging the public to avoid violence. The article also notes that broadband and mobile internet, which had been shut down earlier, were restored around this time. The article tags the events under **"Revolution 2024"** and the **"Non-cooperation movement,"** indicating this was part of a broader political uprising in Bangladesh.


Educational institutions open, but student attendance low

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 6, 2024) reports that educational institutions across Bangladesh were ordered to reopen following an extended closure caused by violence related to the **quota reform student movement**. Despite the official directive issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), student attendance remained low on the first day back, with school principals noting that fuller attendance was expected within a few days.

The article also provides context, noting that schools had been progressively shut down starting **July 16-18, 2024**, and that the reopening coincided with the **resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina** and the imposition of a nighttime curfew (12am–6am).


5 killed in arson in Noakhali police stations

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This news article reports on a violent incident on August 5, 2024, in Noakhali, Bangladesh, where five people — including two policemen — were killed during attacks and arson at two police stations (Sonaimuri and Chatkhil). The violence began when police allegedly fired on supporters of the **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement**, killing one protester, which prompted retaliatory attacks on the stations, including burning, vandalism, and looting of firearms. Over 100 people were injured, with 34 hospitalized at Noakhali General Hospital.

**Main topics covered:**
- Deaths and casualties at two Noakhali police stations
- Clashes between protesters and police linked to the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement
- Arson, vandalism, and looting of firearms at the Chatkhil police station
- Confirmation of events by local police superintendent and hospital officials


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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published February 12, 2025) covers the **Amar Ekushey Boi Mela 2025** (annual Bangladeshi book fair), focusing on how the **July 2024 uprising** has become the dominant theme of that year's event. Books documenting, analyzing, and commemorating the uprising — such as *"Sheikh Hasinar Potonkal"*, *"Gonohotto o Bakshadhinota - 2024"*, and *"July Gono Obbhuthhan er Shakkho"* — have drawn exceptionally high demand across all age groups.

The article also highlights **notable changes** at the fair compared to previous years, including the inclusion of previously restricted books, the presence of a BNP-affiliated publisher's stall, and readers actively boycotting certain authors associated with the movement. One book documenting martyrs from all 64 districts sold 260 of its initial 300 copies within the first four days.

Overall, the piece portrays the 2025 Boi Mela as **politically and historically significant**, functioning not just as a literary event but as a public reckoning with the July uprising and its aftermath in Bangladesh.


Anti-Discrimination Student Movement calls for High Court siege

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 10, 2024) reports on the **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement's** confrontational actions against Bangladesh's judiciary. Two movement coordinators — **Asif Mahmud** and **Hasnat Abdullah** — publicly demanded the resignation of **Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan**, accusing him of "supporting fascism" and calling a full court meeting without government consultation. Hasnat Abdullah went further by urging supporters via Facebook Live to **physically besiege the High Court** to halt judicial proceedings and protect what they called the "student-citizen uprising."

The article highlights the direct conflict between the student movement (which had ties to Bangladesh's **interim government**) and the Supreme Court, framing it as part of a broader political power struggle following a period of civil unrest in Bangladesh.


UN chief deplores further loss of life in Bangladesh

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* (published August 6, 2024) reports that UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the loss of life during protests in Bangladesh and called for calm and restraint from all parties involved. The article covers Guterres' response to the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the announcement of plans to form an interim government, as communicated by UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq. Key themes include the UN's call for a **peaceful and democratic transition**, solidarity with the Bangladeshi people, and the demand for a **full, independent, and transparent investigation** into the violence.


GM Quader extends full support to students’ one-point demand

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This brief news article reports that Jatiya Party Chairman **GM Quader** announced his party's full support for the student movement's **one-point demand** calling for the **resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her government**. The announcement was made on **August 5, 2024**, through the party's Press Secretary Delor Jalali, coinciding with the **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement's "March to Dhaka"** program. The article is primarily about political support for the student-led protest movement in Bangladesh, which is tagged under "Revolution 2024" and the "Non-cooperation movement."


Consensus or confrontation? July Charter faces crucial test

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This **June 2025 news article** from the Dhaka Tribune covers the political tensions surrounding Bangladesh's proposed "July Charter," a reform document being drafted by the interim government of Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus following the August 2024 student-led uprising that ousted the Awami League.

The article focuses on **disagreements between key political actors** — particularly the BNP's conditional support for the charter, the NCP and student groups' urgency to finalize both the charter and a "July Proclamation" by July 15, 2025, and divisions among parties over how to characterize the 2024 uprising relative to the 1971 Liberation War.

Central topics include the **National Consensus Commission's reform process** (covering judiciary, elections, police, constitution, and other areas), the BNP's insistence on elected lawmakers deciding contested reforms, the student-led NCP's threat of protests if the proclamation is not issued within a promised 30-working-day deadline, and broader uncertainty about whether genuine political consensus can be achieved before upcoming elections.


Joy: Sheikh Hasina did not resign before fleeing

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This news article reports on claims made by Sajeeb Wazed Joy, the son of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in an exclusive Reuters interview following her flight to India on August 5, 2024. Joy asserts that his mother **did not formally resign** before fleeing, arguing she technically remains prime minister under the constitution, and that the formation of a caretaker government could be legally challenged.

The article also covers Joy's statements on **Bangladesh's political future**, including his claim that the Awami League will contest the next election, his openness to working with opposition party BNP, and his defense of his mother against allegations of ordering violence during the student-led uprising that killed over 250 people.


Islami Andolan Bangladesh outlines 7-point demand for rebuilding Bangladesh

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This news article covers a press conference held on August 20, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where Islami Andolan Bangladesh (IAB) party official Mufti Syed Muhammad Fayzul Karim announced a **seven-point demand** for rebuilding Bangladesh following what he called the "era of autocracy." The demands include establishing an independent tribunal for the "July massacre," banning convicted parties from politics, seizing corrupt officials' assets, reforming the election commission, creating a national education commission, and nationalizing village police.

The article also addresses **attacks on religious minorities**, with Fayzul Karim condemning the attackers as "opportunity seekers" rather than protesters and calling on the interim government to take strict protective measures. Additionally, IAB announced plans to hold **district-level conferences from August 21–31** and mass rallies at every Thana from September 1–10 to push their agenda forward.


Sheikh Hasina’s resignation: Nationwide celebratory processions held

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune, published on August 5, 2024, reports on the nationwide celebratory processions that erupted across Bangladesh following Sheikh Hasina's resignation as Prime Minister and her departure from the country. Crowds of thousands, including students and political activists, took to the streets in cities such as Chittagong, Khulna, and Rangpur, chanting victory slogans, waving national flags, and distributing sweets.

The article highlights the largely peaceful nature of the celebrations, noting that army vehicles were seen showering flowers on crowds in Rangpur, and quotes participants expressing both joy and calls for continued vigilance to protect the gains of their movement.


This is not what the movement fought for

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This is an editorial from the **Dhaka Tribune** (published August 17, 2024) criticizing student activists in Bangladesh for engaging in the same authoritarian behaviors they had previously protested against under Sheikh Hasina's government. Specifically, the editorial condemns students for **stopping civilians on Dhaka streets, searching their phones and belongings without legal authority**, and acting violently toward journalists on August 15, 2024 (the death anniversary of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman) near Dhanmondi 32.

The editorial's core argument is that with an **interim government now in place** — one that already includes two student movement representatives in advisory roles — there is no justification for student activists to continue operating in the streets and resorting to the same undemocratic tactics used by groups like Chhatro League and Chhatro Dal, which they had originally opposed.


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This op-ed by Nawrin Sultana, published in the Dhaka Tribune on August 24, 2024, analyzes the rapid collapse of Bangladesh's Awami League government under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after 15 years in power. The author argues that the downfall was primarily caused by a catastrophic failure in political communication rather than organized opposition or a military coup.

The piece traces the crisis from its origins in student protests over a discriminatory civil service quota system, through Hasina's inflammatory labeling of protesters as "traitors," to the government's subsequent escalating responses including internet shutdowns, violent crackdowns on students, and a refusal to acknowledge legitimate grievances or apologize. The author contends that these actions severed trust between the government and its citizens, ultimately costing the regime its legitimacy within just 15 days.

The article concludes with a broader lesson for democratic governments worldwide: that effective, honest communication with citizens is essential to maintaining power, and that suppressing dissent through force and rhetoric inevitably accelerates a government's downfall.


‘Southasia Peacemongers’ express solidarity with Bangladesh citizens

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* (published August 8, 2024) reports that the **Southasia Peace Action Network (Sapan)**, an umbrella organization of over 90 groups founded in March 2021, issued a statement expressing solidarity with Bangladeshi students and citizens amid a period of political unrest and protest. Sapan called for a peaceful transition to democratic governance, full protection of human rights, and accountability for unlawful killings that occurred during recent protests. The organization also congratulated **Dr. Muhammad Yunus** on his appointment as chief advisor of Bangladesh's Caretaker Government and urged the protection of minority communities from ongoing attacks.


NCP urges govt to announce a 'comprehensive roadmap' for justice, reform, elections

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published May 24, 2025) reports on a press conference held by National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam, in which he urged Bangladesh's interim government led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus to announce a unified roadmap addressing three key priorities: **justice for mass killings during the July-August 2024 uprising, comprehensive national reforms, and free and fair elections**.

Nahid Islam emphasized that these three roadmaps must be announced together to build public confidence and political trust, and called on Yunus to remain in charge and engage all political parties in dialogue. He also clarified that the NCP has no formal relationship with two student leaders serving as government advisers (Asif Mahmud and Mahfuj Alam), stating they would need to leave government if they wish to participate in electoral politics.


MASTUL Foundation thanks Dhaka Tribune for helping protesting students

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This brief news article from Dhaka Tribune (published August 13, 2024) reports that **MASTUL Foundation**, a Bangladeshi non-profit charity organization, publicly thanked Dhaka Tribune journalists for their coverage of the **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement**. Volunteers from MASTUL's "Gen-Z" unit visited the Dhaka Tribune office, presenting flowers and greeting cards expressing gratitude for the outlet's reporting on the student protests. Additionally, the article notes that MASTUL Foundation was actively providing **medical assistance to students injured** during the movement.


UN Report: Mughdo was shot in head from high-powered rifle

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This news article reports on findings from a UN fact-finding report released in February 2025, detailing the death of **Mir Mughdo**, a 25-year-old Bangladeshi student killed during anti-discrimination protests in Uttara, Dhaka on **July 18, 2024**. The UN's Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) confirmed he was shot in the head with lethal ammunition from a high-powered military rifle while distributing water to protesters.

The report documents **disproportionate force used by Bangladeshi security forces** — including police, RAB, BGB, and Ansar — against protesters, including the use of military rifles, shotguns firing metal pellets, armored vehicles, and shooting from rooftops. Beyond Mughdo's death, the article details multiple other victims who suffered severe injuries including eye damage, loss of hearing, nerve damage, and gunshot wounds to various body parts, with one hospital recording **91 injuries and 6 deaths** on that single day.


CID Addl SP Mashiur arrested in ICT case

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This news article reports the arrest of CID Additional Police Superintendent Md Mashiur Rahman, who was taken into custody at the CID office in Dhaka's Malibagh on the request of Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). He was arrested for allegedly acting as an associate of Additional Police Superintendent Alep Uddin during Alep's time at RAB-11, with Alep himself having previously been arrested in November 2024 on charges of enforced disappearances.

The article provides context that the ICT is currently hearing cases related to enforced disappearances and killings allegedly committed during the previous Awami League government, with charges of crimes against humanity filed against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, as well as former ministers, MPs, and security officials.


Asif Nazrul: All parties reach consensus on inclusive July proclamation

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* (dated January 16, 2025) reports that Bangladesh's Law Adviser Professor Asif Nazrul announced that all political parties have reached a consensus on drafting an inclusive "July Declaration" recognizing the contributions of all parties involved in the July uprising. The announcement came following an all-party meeting with Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus at the Foreign Service Academy, attended by representatives including BNP's Salahuddin Ahmed.

The declaration aims to solidify national unity forged during the July uprising, reflect its anti-fascist spirit, and incorporate demands for state reform, with input from political parties and student groups, particularly the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement that led the uprising.


'Signing of July Charter by few parties doesn’t constitute national unity'

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune covers a statement made by Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizens Party (NCP), at the launch of the party's workers' wing, "National Workers' Power," in Dhaka. He argued that the signing of the **July Charter** by a limited number of political parties does not represent genuine national unity, stating that true unity requires participation from workers and people across various professions.

Islam also criticized the interim government for forming six election-focused reform commissions while neglecting labor and public service reforms, and referenced worker oppression during Sheikh Hasina's 16-year rule, including police killings of protesting workers in early 2024. He held up the July popular uprising — characterized by cross-sector participation without party banners — as his model for authentic national unity.


NCP clarifies difference between ‘July charter’ and ‘proclamation’

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* (published July 30, 2025) reports on Bangladesh's National Citizen Party (NCP) clarifying the distinction between two separate documents: the **"July proclamation"** and the **"July charter."** NCP Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain explained that the July proclamation is a historic document formally acknowledging the August 2024 mass uprising, while the July charter is a practical political reform roadmap being developed through dialogue with the National Consensus Commission (NCC).

The NCP firmly rejected the NCC's proposed **two-year implementation timeline** for the July charter, warning it could lead to inaction, and also threatened to independently issue the July proclamation alongside anti-fascist forces if the government failed to do so by a set deadline. The party emphasized it wants a legally grounded, immediately actionable charter rather than a symbolic document.


Nahid: Govt has no moral authority to mark July without proclamation, charter

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This news article covers a statement made by Nahid Islam, convenor of the National Citizen Party (NCP) of Bangladesh, demanding that the government officially publish a **"July Proclamation"** and **"July Charter"** by August 5, 2025, to commemorate the July mass uprising (referred to as "July 36").

Nahid argues that the government had previously promised to publish these documents following consultations with political parties but failed to meet multiple deadlines. He warns that without issuing these documents, the government has **no moral or constitutional authority** to organize July anniversary commemorations.

The article also outlines that the July Proclamation would formally document the student-led uprising and its goals, while the July Charter would establish a framework for fundamental state reforms and constitutional amendments, potentially enacted through a referendum or constituent assembly.


Shafiqul: July Proclamation to be announced before August 5

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published June 19, 2025) reports that Shafiqul Alam, press secretary to Bangladesh's chief adviser, announced that the government plans to release a **"July Proclamation" before August 5**. A new committee headed by Planning Adviser Dr. Wahiduddin Mahmud has been formed to draft the proclamation, while political consultations remain ongoing.

The article also covers a second key topic: the government's plan to **convert state broadcasters Bangladesh Television (BTV) and Bangladesh Betar into autonomous institutions**, with researcher CR Abrar appointed to lead that effort.


Bangladesh promulgates ordinance granting immunity to July fighters

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Bangladesh's government promulgated the **July Uprising (Protection and Liability Determination) Ordinance, 2026**, which grants legal immunity to participants of the July-August 2024 mass protests that overthrew what the ordinance describes as a "fascist regime." The ordinance mandates the withdrawal of all existing civil and criminal cases against uprising participants and prohibits the filing of new ones.

## Main Topics

- **Legal immunity**: All current and future civil/criminal cases against uprising participants are dismissed or barred
- **Scope of the uprising**: Recognizes the July-August 2024 student-led protests as a democratic movement justified by self-defense against government violence
- **Investigation provisions**: Allegations of killings during the uprising can be investigated by the Human Rights Commission, though law enforcement officials are excluded from conducting those investigations
- **Compensation**: If actions are deemed political resistance, the commission may recommend government compensation to affected families

The ordinance was issued via gazette notification on **January 26, 2026**, by Bangladesh's Law Ministry.


Salman, Anisul trial begins over incitement to genocide, crimes against humanity

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This news article reports on the formal commencement of the trial of **Salman F Rahman** (former adviser to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina) and **Anisul Huq** (former law minister) before Bangladesh's **International Crimes Tribunal-1** on January 12, 2026. The two are charged with **incitement to genocide and crimes against humanity** related to the violent crackdown on the anti-discrimination student movement during July–August of the preceding year.

The tribunal, led by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Majumder, rejected the defendants' pleas of not guilty and requests for discharge, then formally read out the charges. The accused had been brought to court from jail under tight security, and formal charges had originally been submitted by the prosecution on December 4, 2025.


Shahbagh blockaded for over 24hrs over July Charter demand

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 1, 2025) reports that the Shahbagh intersection, one of Dhaka, Bangladesh's busiest crossroads, was blockaded for over 24 consecutive hours by a group called the **"July Warriors Council."** The protesters, who were injured participants in a prior political event known as the **"July uprising,"** are demanding the official implementation of the **July Charter and July Declaration** by the government.

The blockade caused severe traffic disruption across central Dhaka, with commuters reporting travel times tripling. The protesters' specific demands include **official recognition and financial support for July uprising martyrs and their families**, state-guaranteed healthcare and education for affected families, prosecution of those responsible for repression, and the formation of an independent truth and justice commission. The protest organizer stated the demonstration would continue until the government made a concrete, positive decision.


ADSM: Winning a ‘Yes’ vote in referendum is the need of the hour

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published February 2, 2026) reports on the **Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM)** announcing a nationwide campaign in Bangladesh to secure a **"Yes" vote in a referendum scheduled for February 12, 2026**. The organization's president, Rifat Rashid, held a press conference at the University of Dhaka, arguing that winning the referendum is critical to compel future governments to pursue political reforms, warning that failure would eliminate any moral or political basis for demanding change.

The article also details the **specific campaign schedule**, including rallies, meetings with martyrs' families, and "Yes Marches" across multiple cities — including Rangpur, Rajshahi, Khulna, Barisal, Mymensingh, Sylhet, Chittagong, and Dhaka — between February 3–10. Rashid criticized both the interim government and the Consensus Commission as failures, while acknowledging the referendum as at least a partial opportunity to advance reform in a country he described as standing at a **critical political crossroads** following a period of unrest referenced as the "post-July period."


Ex-DMP chief, two others sentenced to death over Chankharpul killings

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Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) sentenced former Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) commissioner Habibur Rahman and two other former senior police officials to death for crimes against humanity related to the killing of six people during the July 2024 mass uprising. The killings occurred on August 5, 2024, when police opened fire on student protesters in the Chankharpul area of Dhaka. Four lower-ranking officers received prison sentences of three to four years.

## Key Details

- This was the **first verdict** issued by the tribunal involving law enforcement members connected to the July 2024 uprising
- The two co-defendants sentenced to death — former DMP joint commissioner Sudip Kumar Chakraborty and former additional deputy commissioner Shah Alam Mohammad Akhtarul Islam — are currently **fugitives**
- The verdict was delivered on **January 26, 2026**, by a three-member bench of ICT-1
- Six named civilians were killed in the Chankharpul police firing
- The prosecution argued the shootings were carried out on **direct orders** from former DMP commissioner Habibur Rahman


Hearing of prosecution appeal seeking death penalty for Hasina, Kamal this week

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* (published January 11, 2026) reports that a prosecution appeal seeking the death penalty for former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal is expected to be heard in court within days. Both were previously sentenced to **life imprisonment on one charge and death on another** by an International Crimes Tribunal in connection with crimes against humanity during Bangladesh's July 2024 uprising, and the prosecution is specifically appealing to replace the life imprisonment sentence with death.

The article details the two charges: the first related to Hasina's labeling of protesters as "Razakars" and the police killing of Abu Sayed in Rangpur, and the second related to alleged orders to use drones and lethal force against protesters, resulting in multiple killings on August 5, 2024. The prosecution filed its appeal on December 15, 2025, within the required 30-day window after the full verdict was published.


Chankharpul killing: Tribunal investigators submit report against 8 cops

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published December 24, 2025) reports that Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal has scheduled a January 20 verdict against eight police officers, including former Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Habibur Rahman, for crimes against humanity. The case centers on the killing of six people — Shahriar Khan Anas, Sheikh Junaid, Md Yakub, Md Rakib Howlader, Md Ismamul Haque, and Manik Mia Shahrik — when police allegedly opened fire on peaceful protesters in the Chankharpul area of Dhaka on August 5, 2024, during the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement. The article details the trial proceedings, noting that four accused are in custody while the remaining four, including the former DMP commissioner, are absconding, and that prosecutors are seeking the maximum punishment for all eight defendants.


Chankharpul massacre verdict deferred to Jan 26

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* reports that Bangladesh's **International Crimes Tribunal-1** postponed the verdict in the **Chankharpul massacre case** from January 20 to **January 26, 2026**, because the verdict was not ready in time. The case involves the killing of **six people** (named in the article) when police allegedly opened fire on peaceful student protesters at Chankharpul, Dhaka, on **August 5, 2024**, during the July Uprising.

**Eight accused** are facing trial, including four currently jailed police officers and four absconding former senior Dhaka Metropolitan Police officials, among them former DMP Commissioner **Habibur Rahman**. Charges were formally framed against all eight defendants on July 14, 2025, following a review of evidence.


July warriors continue Shahbagh blockade for 30hrs

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This news article reports on a prolonged blockade of the Shahbagh intersection in Dhaka, Bangladesh, carried out by the "July Warriors Council," a group representing families of those killed or injured during a recent uprising. As of August 1, 2025, the protest had lasted over 30 hours, severely disrupting traffic and causing significant public inconvenience.

The main topics covered include the protesters' specific demands, such as official recognition of July martyrs, state-guaranteed healthcare and education for affected families, lifetime financial allowances, prosecution of those responsible for repression, and the formal implementation of a "July proclamation and charter." Key organizers stated that the government had made no contact with them and vowed to remain at the site until their demands were met.


July Charter: Protesters continue standoff at Shahbagh through night

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This news article from a Bangladeshi publication (dated August 1, 2025) reports on an overnight protest at the Shahbagh intersection in Dhaka, where demonstrators under the group **"July Shahid Paribar O July Joddha"** blocked the road demanding **constitutional recognition of the July Charter and a separate July Proclamation**. Protesters were observed sitting and lying on the road at 1:30 AM, vowing not to leave until their demands were met, while acknowledging that authorities had previously broken three promises. Although the blockade caused significant traffic disruption, protesters stated they were actively helping emergency vehicles pass and expressed regret for the public inconvenience caused.


CID confirms identities of eight July uprising martyrs through DNA profiling

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This news article reports that Bangladesh's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) confirmed the identities of eight victims of the July 2024 uprising through DNA profiling and forensic examination. The bodies were exhumed from Rayerbazar Graveyard in Dhaka, where unidentified victims had been buried following the uprising, as part of a government-led initiative.

The article provides the full names, family details, home districts, and dates of death for all eight identified individuals, and notes that 114 bodies total were exhumed between December 7-27, 2025. The identification process was conducted with international forensic experts and UN Human Rights Commission assistance, following the Minnesota Protocol, with ongoing work to identify the remaining unidentified victims.


Chankharpul murder case verdict on Tuesday, to be broadcast live

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* (published January 19, 2026) reports that Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal was set to deliver a verdict on January 20, 2026, in a crimes against humanity case related to the killing of protesters in the Chankharpul area of Dhaka during the July 2024 Anti-Discrimination Student Movement. The proceedings were to be broadcast live on Bangladesh Television (BTV).

The case involves **eight accused**, including former Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Habibur Rahman and several other police officers, who are charged in connection with police opening fire on peaceful student protesters on **August 5, 2024**, killing multiple people including Shahriar Khan Anas, Sheikh Junaid, and others. This verdict was to be the **second** issued by the reconstituted International Crimes Tribunal, with charges against the eight accused having been formally framed on July 14, 2025.


Nahid: Whole incident involving Tahrima fabricated

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This news article reports that Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP), declared the entire incident involving Tahrima Jannat Surovi — a participant in Bangladesh's mass uprising known as a "July warrior" — to be **false and fabricated**. Tahrima had been arrested, granted a two-day remand by a court in connection with allegations of abduction and extortion filed by a journalist, but was subsequently released on bail the same night following student protests and a revision petition.

Nahid Islam alleged that **vested interests are deliberately targeting individuals** who were prominent in the mass uprising ahead of upcoming elections, accusing certain media outlets of attempting to defame them. He urged the public to remain vigilant against efforts to destabilize the country.


12 names removed from ‘July fighters’ gazette

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This news article from Bangladesh's Dhaka Tribune (published January 31, 2026) reports that the government removed 12 individuals from the official "July Fighters Gazette," a registry recognizing participants in the anti-discrimination student movement (July Uprising). The Ministry of Liberation War Affairs cancelled their recognition under the **Martyrs' Families and July Fighters Welfare and Rehabilitation Ordinance, 2025**, citing false information used to gain inclusion on the list.

The 12 individuals, all from the **'G' category** of July fighters, came from **Dinajpur district** (5 people) and **Chandpur district** (7 people). This action follows a larger cancellation in October 2025, when **128 July fighters** were similarly removed for fraudulent listings or duplicate entries.


SC stays bail of SI Sazzad in murder case during July uprising

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune reports that Bangladesh's Supreme Court (Appellate Division) stayed a High Court bail order for Sub-Inspector Sazzad Uz Zaman of Jatrabari police station, who was charged with the murder of Imam Hasan Taim during the July 2024 uprising. The stay was ordered by Justice Md Rezaul Haque following a petition filed by the state, and SI Sazzad was directed to surrender to the court.

The article notes that the High Court had originally granted Sazzad bail on May 20, after which he was released from jail, prompting families of July uprising victims to stage protests demanding his re-arrest and the resignation of the Law Adviser and two High Court justices involved in the bail decision.


Abu Sayed autopsy doctor deposes against Hasina, 2 others at ICT-1

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (dated August 24, 2025) reports on testimony given at Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) in a crimes against humanity case against ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and two other former officials regarding killings during the July 2024 mass uprising.

The central witness, Dr. Razibul Islam, a forensic medicine doctor who performed the autopsy on Abu Sayed (a student killed by police during the uprising), testified that law enforcement officials repeatedly pressured and bribed him to falsify the cause of death, offering foreign trips and vacations in exchange for changing his findings from pellet injuries to head injury or neurological shock. He refused, ultimately documenting pellet injuries as the cause of death despite threats against him and his family.

The article also notes that by the time of the report, 19 total witnesses had testified, that Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal are believed to be in India and are being tried in absentia, and that the prosecution has filed five charges of crimes against humanity against the three defendants related to killings during the July 2024 uprising.


Rifat Rashid: NCP didn't truly stand by July revolutionaries

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (January 7, 2026) reports on a press conference held by Rifat Rashid, President of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, at Dhaka University. He publicly criticized the National Citizen Party (NCP), accusing its leaders of failing to support "July revolutionaries" — activists from the July 2026 mass uprising — particularly regarding the arrest of two activists, Mahdi Hasan and Tahrima Jannat Surovi. He also sharply criticized the Awami League, warning that political parties should not abandon the July movement in pursuit of electoral gains.

The article also details the movement's **three-point action program**, including filing cases against police officials at an ICT Tribunal, seeking an indemnity ordinance for uprising participants, and engaging political alliances to incorporate the July movement's spirit into their election manifestos. Additionally, the movement issued specific **demands**, including acquittal of the arrested activists, a presidential ordinance granting immunity to July uprising participants, and legal protections and recognition for officials who supported the revolution.


Construction of flats for July uprising victims to start this month

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The Bangladeshi government is set to begin constructing residential flats this month (December 2025) for victims of the July 2024 uprising, following approval at an ECNEC meeting. The initiative includes **over 800 flats (1,355 sq ft each) for families of those killed** and **1,560 flats (1,250 sq ft each) for injured fighters**, to be built in Mirpur, Dhaka, with a budget of Tk761 crore and a completion target of 2028-2029.

However, the article also highlights concerns from some injured protesters who were **excluded from the official beneficiary lists** despite sustaining serious disabilities, raising questions about the fairness and completeness of the selection process.


Victim families want Hasina to be brought back to face justice

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published November 17, 2025) reports on proceedings at Bangladesh's **International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1)**, which is preparing to deliver a judgment in a crimes against humanity case against ousted Prime Minister **Sheikh Hasina** and two other accused, related to their command responsibility during the **July 2024 uprising**.

Family members of victims killed or injured during the uprising attended the tribunal proceedings and **demanded that Hasina be extradited from India** to face justice and have the verdict carried out. Two specific family members are quoted — the brother of a martyr named Mir Mugdho and the mother of martyr Shafiq Uddin Ahmed Ahnaf — both calling for Hasina's return and punishment.


Dipu Moni on 4-day remand in Monir killing case

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This news article reports that former Bangladeshi minister Dr. Dipu Moni was placed on a **four-day remand** by a Dhaka court in connection with the killing of garment scrap trader Md. Monir during the July 2024 mass uprising. Monir was shot and killed on August 5, 2024, while participating in an uprising rally in Chankharpul, Dhaka, and his widow filed the case in March 2025 against 351 named individuals and 500 unnamed others. Dipu Moni, who was originally arrested on August 19, 2024, had requested a 10-day remand by police, but the court granted only four days before returning her to jail.


7th day of testimony underway against Hasina, 2 others

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 24, 2025) reports on the ongoing crimes against humanity trial at Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal-1 against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun. The charges stem from violence during the anti-discrimination student movement of July–August 2024.

## Main Topics Covered

- **Trial proceedings**: The seventh day of witness testimony is underway, with 16 witnesses having testified so far out of 81 listed, including injured protesters, eyewitnesses, medical professionals, and family members of victims.
- **Accused status**: Hasina and Kamal remain absconding, while Al-Mamun has confessed and turned state witness; he was produced before the tribunal from jail custody.
- **Scope of the case**: Five charges of crimes against humanity have been filed, supported by a formal charge sheet of 8,747 pages, including documentation of martyrs and seizure lists.


387 July warriors upgraded to 'A', 474 to 'B' category

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This news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published February 5, 2026) reports that Bangladesh's Ministry of Liberation War Affairs has upgraded the official injury category classifications of hundreds of "July warriors" — individuals who were injured during the movement that toppled the Awami League government on August 5, 2024. Specifically, **387 warriors were upgraded to "A" category** (severely injured) and **474 warriors were promoted to "B" category** (seriously injured), with the revised list gazetted on February 3, 2026.

The article also outlines the government's financial benefit structure tied to these categories: **"A" category** recipients receive a one-time payment of 500,000 Bangladeshi Taka plus a 20,000 Taka monthly allowance; **"B" category** receives 300,000 Taka plus 15,000 Taka monthly; and **"C" category** receives 100,000 Taka plus 10,000 Taka monthly. Additionally, 128 warriors previously had their gazette recognition cancelled due to false information or duplicate entries.


How will the transition of power look in post-revolution Bangladesh?

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This February 2026 Dhaka Tribune article examines the constitutional and procedural challenges surrounding Bangladesh's transfer of power following the 13th national parliamentary election — the first since the 2024 "Monsoon Revolution" that ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The BNP has won a majority of seats and is set to form the next government, but the process is complicated by the fact that parliament remains dissolved and both the Speaker and Deputy Speaker are unavailable to administer the oath to newly elected MPs. The article details two key constitutional questions: who will administer the MPs' oath (with options including a presidential nominee, the Chief Justice, or the Chief Election Commissioner), and how the formal government formation process will unfold under Articles 148 and 56 of the Constitution, with the swearing-in expected no later than February 18, 2026.


Victim testifies in case over firing gunshots at hanging boy in Rampura

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This news article covers the testimony of Amir Hossain, an 18-year-old victim, before Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT)-1 in a crimes against humanity case stemming from the July 2024 mass uprising. Hossain testified that on July 19, 2024, he was chased by police in Rampura, Dhaka, and while hiding on a building's cornice, was shot six times in the legs by two officers, leaving him with lasting physical injuries.

The case involves charges against five former police officials, including the former Dhaka Metropolitan Police commissioner and several officers from Rampura police station, related to the shooting of Hossain and the killing of two others in the area. Only one of the five accused, former ASI Chanchal Chandra Sarkar, has been arrested and is standing trial.


‘Dr Yunus announced election deadline under political pressure’

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This is a news article from the Dhaka Tribune (published August 23, 2025) reporting on statements made by Bangladeshi poet and political analyst **Farhad Mazhar** at a discussion event in Kurigram. Mazhar claimed that Chief Adviser **Dr. Muhammad Yunus** announced an election deadline solely due to political pressure from various parties, rather than out of genuine readiness for elections.

The main topics covered include Mazhar's argument that **state reform must precede elections**, his criticism of political parties for prioritizing power over public welfare, his call for **decentralized decision-making** away from Dhaka, and his advocacy for a **new constitution** developed inclusively with all major parties (Awami League, BNP, Jamaat, and NCP). He also stressed that reform commissions should be composed of people-oriented domestic figures rather than outside appointees.


Charmonai Pir calls for national election under PR system

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This news article reports on a speech by Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, the Ameer of Islami Andolan Bangladesh (also known as Charmonai Pir), at a public rally in Uttara Azampur, Dhaka on September 17, 2025. He called for the next national election to be held under a **proportional representation (PR) system** to prevent autocracy from returning to Bangladesh.

Key points covered include his demands for:
- Securing the legal foundation of the **July Charter** as the basis for elections
- **State reforms** and punishment for those responsible for the "July killings"
- Honoring the sacrifices of martyrs and the wounded
- Support for party candidate **Anwar Hossain** in the Dhaka-18 constituency

The article is published by the **Dhaka Tribune** and is tagged under the topics of "Election" and "Revolution 2024."


Exhumation of 182 unidentified July martyrs begins Sunday

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This news article reports that Bangladesh's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) will begin exhuming the remains of **182 unidentified martyrs** buried at Rayerbazar Cemetery in Mohammadpur, Dhaka, starting Sunday. The exhumation was ordered by Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman on August 4, following a police petition, and will involve collecting **DNA samples** in the presence of forensic expert Dr. Luis Fondebrider and senior CID officials.

The martyrs died during the **2024 anti-discrimination student movement** (quota reform protests), and the exhumation aims to identify the unidentified victims through forensic examination, after which the remains will be reburied following proper protocols.


Ministry clarifies reports on July martyrs and warriors’ list

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This is a news article from the *Dhaka Tribune* (published September 16, 2025) reporting on a clarification issued by Bangladesh's **Ministry of Liberation War Affairs** regarding media reports about fraudulent entries on the official lists of "July martyrs and July fighters" — individuals recognized from the 2024 revolutionary uprising.

The ministry confirmed it is responsible for publishing official gazettes and managing allowances for recognized July martyrs and fighters, and stated that **fake names already identified have been removed** from the list following verification, with updated gazettes published accordingly. The ministry also noted that the **Directorate of July Mass Uprising** is continuing to re-verify reported fake entries, and that those proven fraudulent will be removed, new gazettes issued, and **legal action taken** against those responsible.


ICT adjourns Nahid testimony in case against Hasina

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This news article from the *Dhaka Tribune*, published on September 17, 2025, reports that Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) adjourned the testimony of Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP), until the following day in a case against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and other accused individuals. The case involves alleged crimes against humanity committed during the July–August 2024 anti-discrimination student movement.

Key details include that five formal charges of crimes against humanity have been framed against Hasina and co-accused, with formal charge documents spanning **8,747 pages** and **81 witnesses** expected to testify. Notably, former Police Inspector General Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun previously admitted guilt and agreed to serve as a state witness.


July martyrs’ families protest at Secretariat demanding law adviser’s resignation

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This news article reports on a protest held on August 24, 2025, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where families of victims killed or injured during the July movement staged a sit-in outside the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs. The demonstrators demanded the resignation of Law Adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul Islam and Special Assistant Md Khuda Baksh Chowdhury, objecting to bail being granted to individuals they identified as killers of the martyrs.

The protesters alleged that neither the law adviser nor the Home Ministry took action against these individuals, and further claimed that police attacked previous protesters on orders from a special assistant to the Home Ministry. The families vowed to continue their movement until their demands were met.


Gazette: July martyrs’ families to receive 30L, monthly allowances

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The Bangladesh government has officially gazetted the **July Uprising Martyrs' Families and July Fighters' Welfare and Rehabilitation Regulations, 2025**, providing financial benefits to families of those killed or injured during the July Uprising. Families of recognized martyrs will receive a **one-time savings certificate worth Tk30 lakh** and a **monthly allowance of Tk20,000**, while injured individuals are categorized into three tiers receiving one-time grants of Tk1–5 lakh and monthly allowances of Tk10,000–20,000, all effective from July 1. Oversight committees will be established at the central, district, and upazila levels under the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs to administer the program.


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This news article reports that former Bangladeshi Law Minister Anisul Huq and former minister Rashed Khan Menon were sent to jail by a Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate following a five-day remand period. The two men are accused in connection with the death of Mehedi Hasan, who was shot during a peaceful protest in Jatrabari on July 18 amid the anti-discrimination student movement known as the July Uprising, and later died at Dhaka Medical College Hospital. The case investigation officer requested their detention, which the court approved on August 23, 2025.


Seminar links Abrar Fahad’s death to July uprising, calls for national unity

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This news article covers a seminar held on October 7, 2025, at Dhaka University's R.C. Majumdar auditorium, titled **"Indian Imperialism and Bangladesh's Sovereignty: Commemorating Abrar Fahad."** Speakers at the event, including the Dhaka University Central Students' Union VP and several editors and academics, argued that Abrar Fahad's death was the **primary catalyst for Bangladesh's July 2024 uprising**. The seminar called for **national unity among political parties, student organizations, and human rights groups** to establish a unified foreign policy toward India, with speakers framing Fahad as a symbol of resistance against Indian aggression.


Adviser Farooq calls for dignified rehabilitation of July martyrs' families, injured

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This news article reports on a statement made by Bangladesh's Liberation War Affairs Adviser Farooq-e-Azam on September 8, 2025, calling for dignified rehabilitation of the families of martyrs and those injured during the **July 2024 Uprising**. Speaking at an inter-ministerial meeting, he emphasized that rehabilitation efforts should be tailored to individuals' education, work experience, and training. He also noted that the interim government has already adopted a comprehensive rehabilitation program and issued formal notifications outlining the process, with plans to implement all programs without delay.


Govt moves to clear falsely implicated in July uprising cases

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The Bangladeshi government has established three oversight committees at the ministry, district, and metropolitan levels to identify and clear individuals who were falsely implicated in criminal cases related to the July–August 2024 mass uprising. These committees, operating under the newly incorporated **Section 173A of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)**, are tasked with supervising the submission of interim investigation reports and compiling case lists linked to that period.

The committees will report **twice monthly**, tracking how many individuals were acquitted as a result of the process, and replacing two earlier notifications from December 2024 and May 2025 that previously governed this matter.


কোটার জন্য এত প্রাণহানি, এরপরেও কেন ঢাবিতে এই কোটা

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## সারসংক্ষেপ

এই নিবন্ধটি ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের একটি বিতর্কিত সিদ্ধান্ত নিয়ে লেখা, যেখানে ২০২৪-২৫ শিক্ষাবর্ষে জুলাই-আগস্ট গণ-অভ্যুত্থানে নিহত ও আহতদের পরিবারের সদস্যদের ভর্তিতে বিশেষ কোটা সুবিধা দেওয়ার ঘোষণা দেওয়া হয়েছে। লেখক ড. নাদিম মাহমুদ এই সিদ্ধান্তকে গভীরভাবে স্ববিরোধী বলে সমালোচনা করেছেন, কারণ মাত্র এক বছর আগে এই কোটাবিরোধী আন্দোলন থেকেই শেখ হাসিনা সরকারের পতন ঘটেছিল এবং সেই আন্দোলনে অনেক প্রাণহানি হয়েছিল। লেখক যুক্তি দেন যে শহীদদের সম্মান জানাতে কোটার পরিবর্তে আর্থিক সহায়তা ও চিকিৎসা ব্যয় রাষ্ট্রীয়ভাবে বহন করা উচিত, এবং সব বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় থেকে অবিলম্বে ভর্তি কোটা বাতিল করার দাবি জানান।


Politics must now be based on the values of ’24: Nahid

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This news article from *The Business Standard* (published August 8, 2025) reports on a statement made by Nahid Islam, convener of Bangladesh's National Citizen Party (NCP), calling for a new political culture grounded in the values of the 2024 July Uprising rather than the 1971 Liberation War framework. Nahid argued that the 2024 uprising created a new political reality centered on equity, dignity, justice, and national reconciliation, and that clinging to the old "pro-'71 vs. anti-'71" political binary is outdated and authoritarian. He emphasized that while 1971 should be respected as historical foundation, the spirit of 2024 — defined by unity, consensus, and collective responsibility — must now guide Bangladesh's political direction.


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This article from *The Daily Star* (published August 5, 2026) commemorates the second anniversary of Bangladesh's July 2024 uprising by documenting the children who were killed during the violence. According to the July Shaheed Smrity Foundation, at least **128 children were killed and 2,557 were injured**, with a Daily Star analysis identifying 89 child deaths — including 42 students and 29 child labourers — most killed by gunshots or shotgun pellets.

The article profiles specific victims, including **16-year-old Aminul Islam Amin** and **12-year-old Sayad Mohammad Khan**, to illustrate the human cost behind the statistics, noting that many were innocent bystanders killed while on errands or watching from balconies. A UN Fact-Finding Mission cited in the article documented allegations that security forces **deliberately targeted children** and that minors were exploited and recruited by both the then-Awami League government and opposition groups.

Nearly two years on, grieving families report receiving some financial assistance but remain largely uninformed about the progress of legal investigations, while child rights experts are calling for **accountability for perpetrators** and long-term psychological support for affected families.