৮ জুলাই নিউজ ক্লিপস – July-36

This document is a collection of news clips from Bangladeshi print media dated July 8, 2024, compiled by a project called "Duniya Kapano July" (World-Shaking July), covering coverage from approximately 50+ Bengali and English newspapers. The main topics covered are: 1. The Anti-Quota Movement ("Bangla Blockade"): Students across Bangladesh, led by protesters demanding abolition/reform of the civil service quota system (particularly the freedom fighter quota), blocked major roads, highways, and railways in Dhaka and nationwide, paralyzing traffic and daily life. Protests occurred at key locations including Shahbagh, Gulistan, and on highways like Dhaka-Khulna and Dhaka-Barisal. 2. Government Response: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called the anti-quota movement "unjustified," stating the matter was sub-judice before the High Court. Minister Obaidul Quader said the government was closely monitoring the situation, while the Education Minister warned of possible conspiracies behind the protests. 3. Political Reactions: Opposition figures including GM Quader (Jatiya Party) called the quota system unconstitutional, Jamaat called for accepting student demands, and BNP was reportedly planning to leverage the protests politically. University teachers were simultaneously conducting their own strike over the "Pratyay" pension scheme.

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