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In response to escalating violence and a nationwide strike stemming from the anti-quota movement, the government has imposed an indefinite curfew starting from 6 PM today. The Ministry of Home Affairs` Senior Information Officer Sharif Mahmud Apu confirmed the decision in a press release on Sunday, August 4th.

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Mobile internet has been shut down again on Sunday, on the instructions of the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC). The BTRC has announced that the 4G network will remain off until further notice. During this period, only 2G services will be available for making calls.

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Around 10.30 am on Sunday (4 August), students and individuals from different social backgrounds started protesting by occupying Shahbagh intersection. It has stopped traffic on the roads around Shahbagh. At this time sticks, stamps, rods have been seen seen in everyone`s hands. At that time, a group of Chhatra League was staying in Shahbagh. They took shelter in Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University when the agitators chased them.

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Unidentified individuals have set fire to an ambulance and a motorcycle in the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) premises. With their one-point demand, protesters, mostly students and people from all walks of life, have taken over the Shahbagh intersection. Earlier on the day, protesters started to gather in the capital`s Dhaka University, Shahbagh, and Press Club areas on the first day of the non-cooperation movement announced by the Anti-discrimination Students Movement.

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The ‘all-out non-cooperation’ called by Anti-Discrimination Student Movement got underway in the country including capital Dhaka since Sunday (4 August) morning, bringing traffic to a standstill. The disruption of traffic movement caused immense sufferings to commuters on the first working day of the week while many were seen walking to work places and on light vehicles. The presence of public transports is markedly low while some private cars, motorbikes, CNGs and bikes were seen operating.

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In response to recent protests and ensuing economic disruptions, the Government of Bangladesh has taken decisive and necessary measures to ensure public safety, protect vital infrastructure, and restore long-term stability. While acknowledging the temporary economic setbacks, these actions are aimed at safeguarding the nations future prosperity and security.

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Iran said on Saturday (3 August) it expects Lebanon`s Tehran-backed Hezbollah group to hit deeper inside Israel and no longer be confined to military targets after Israel killed the Hezbollah military commander. Hezbollah has been exchanging near-daily fire with Israeli forces, saying it is targeting military positions over the border, since its Palestinian ally Hamas attacked Israel on 7 October, sparking war in Gaza.

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Amidst the spread of rumors involving ruling party leaders, government officials and agencies, the Awami League has faced criticism for its inability to prevent such misinformation. According to Awami League web team coordinator Tonmoy Ahmed, efforts are being made to address the issue.

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Taskin Ahmed`s aspiration to return to longer format can be fulfilled if he can manage his shoulder injury well, said Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) physio Bayjedul Islam Khan. The Bangladesh pace bowling spearhead took a break from Test cricket during the last Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) at the start of this year, largely due to his recurring injury. At this time, he continued other format of cricket without further problem.

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The residence of Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury in Chittagong was attacked this evening, Saturday. According to reports, the attack occurred when a procession by anti-discrimination students and citizens passed through the Sholoshahar area of the city. During the attack, several cars and various items at the minister`s residence were vandalized.

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At least 50 students were injured, including six with bullet, in clashes between students, ruling party activists and police in Chandina upazila on Saturday (3 August). Dr Sheikh Fazle Rabbi, director of Cumilla Medical College Hospital, confirmed the information on injuries. The students took position in Police Lines area in the upazila in the afternoon to stage demonstration as part of an Anti-Discrimination Student Movement’s protest programme, said witnesses.

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In the last week of July, the country`s stock market experienced a mixed performance with three days of gains and two days of declines. The unrest over student quota reforms in government jobs significantly impacted the market, leading to a decrease in share prices for most companies. This has resulted in a reduction of investor market capital by Tk 4,382.5 crore. According to Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) data, the market saw a decline in share prices for three consecutive days—Friday, Monday, and Tuesday.

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Prime Bank PLC, a leading financial institution committed to innovation and customer-centric financial solutions, has recently signed a payroll banking agreement with Affix Universe Limited in the bank’s Gulshan corporate office. This collaboration aims to enhance banking services for Affix Universe Limited’s employees.

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Sohag Chakraborty is a renowned Bangladeshi professional drummer and music producer with over a decade of experience in the music industry. For the past three years, Sohag has been the drummer for the legendary Bangladeshi singer and composer Habib Wahid, contributing to numerous performances that have captivated audiences nationwide. Sohag is also an integral member of the Bangladeshi band Adverb and has played alongside many prominent Bangladeshi singers.

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The curfew relaxation period has been extended starting Sunday (4 August). According to Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan, the curfew in Dhaka, Gazipur, Narsingdi, and Narayanganj districts will be relaxed from 6 AM to 9 PM daily, a total of 15 hours, until further notice. The Home Minister made this announcement to the press following a meeting with top law enforcement and intelligence officials at the Secretariat on Saturday evening.

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Following a meeting with top law enforcement and intelligence officials at the Secretariat on Saturday (3 August), the Home Minister asaduzzaman khan addressed questions from journalists in the evening. When asked whether he and other officials would consider resigning to improve the current situation, the Home Minister responded, "If necessary, if such a situation arises, and if the Prime Minister deems it appropriate, we always work for the country. We will do so if the Prime Minister believes it is needed."

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The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement has announced a one-point demand for the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her cabinet. The announcement was made by the movement`s coordinator, Md. Nahid Islam, at Dhaka`s Central Shaheed Minar on Saturday (3 August) at 5:30 PM, where he also declared the launch of a nationwide non-cooperation movement starting from Sunday (4 August).

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The Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) owned by Summit, with a capacity to handle 600 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd), has not become operational even after two months, creating a shortage of gas supply to power plants. Household consumers are also facing a gas crisis while cooking. A Summit official informed that the floating LNG-regasification unit has returned to Moheshkhali after undergoing maintenance for two and a half months. Earlier on May 27, Summit stopped operations.

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The Government of Bangladesh has taken note of a statement made by Sanjay Wijesekera, the UNICEF Regional Director for South Asia, which was highlighted in various media reports on Friday (2 August). In his statement, Sanjay Wijesekera mentioned, “UNICEF has confirmed that at least 32 children were killed during the protests in July. Additionally, many children were injured and many were detained.”

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