The Bondi terror attack, allegedly carried out by father and son Sajid and Naveed Akram using legally owned firearms, has triggered an urgent review of Australia’s gun laws and intelligence gaps. Expert Robert Critchlow questions the adequacy of current vetting processes.

Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan said the 1971 dream remains unfulfilled, calling the February election a ‘referendum’ for democracy. She condemned assassination attempts as ‘cowardly’ and affirmed the interim government’s efforts to rebuild a collapsed state and ensure election security.

NCP Convener Nahid Islam, speaking on Victory Day, stressed that July fighters must rely on self-organization for security, not government or police. He framed the upcoming election as a referendum to ensure Bangladesh never returns to its pre-August 5 state.

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus observed the spectacular Victory Day fly-past and a mass parajump by 54 paratroopers at the National Parade Ground, marking 54 years of Bangladesh’s independence and honoring 1971 martyrs.

Indian PM Narendra Modi’s Vijay Diwas post, focusing only on Indian soldiers, omits Bangladesh, fueling controversy. The omission highlights severe strain in bilateral ties due to the Sheikh Hasina extradition request and India’s stance.

The elusive artist HOBEKI? returns with a new Subodh mural in Agargaon on Victory Day, depicting the figure as a ‘Soldier of Art’ protecting a child with the Bangladesh flag. The powerful street art sends a message of non-violent resistance and hope.

To mark Tarique Rahman’s return, BNP launches the ‘Bangladesh in My Thoughts’ reel competition on 11 national themes. Winners get a one-on-one interaction with the Acting Chairman. Details on participation and themes.

Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus warned the nation on Victory Day of attempts by “defeated fascist forces” to return to power through covert killings and terrorism. He vows to protect democracy and provides an update on Khaleda Zia’s medical care.

জাপানিরা কেন দীর্ঘজীবী হয়? এই নিবন্ধে তাদের দীর্ঘজীবনের রহস্য ‘ইকিগাই’ এবং অন্যান্য ১০টি স্বাস্থ্যকর অভ্যাস তুলে ধরা হয়েছে, যেমন ধীরে খাওয়া, নিয়মিত শরীরচর্চা ও প্রকৃতির সঙ্গে সংযোগ।

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