Ad-din Hospital Crisis: Bangladesh’s health regulator cancelled Ad-din Medical College Hospital’s licence after the deaths of six newborns; the Health Minister says the hospital tried to “bribe” him, while Ad-din’s leadership denies it and says it will appeal at the High Court. Maternal Protection in Focus: A Supreme Court lawyer filed a writ petition challenging laws that limit maternity leave and benefits based on how many children a woman has, arguing it’s discriminatory and harms maternal health. Midwives Pledge: Bangladesh pledged to deploy 25,000 midwives by 2030, aiming to cut preventable maternal deaths and strengthen public maternal and newborn care. Public Health Watch: Dhaka’s air quality was “moderate” (AQI 79) Monday morning, with air pollution linked to major heart and lung risks. Health System Capacity: ICU services are set to go operational in 10 district hospitals, as the government pushes critical-care expansion. Road Safety & Health: Two separate truck crashes in Madaripur left one driver dead and several injured, highlighting ongoing injury risks on highways. Family Card Review: The government will assess how family card allowances are improving health and education outcomes for beneficiaries. Charity Support: Tax rebates are now available on donations to 11 public welfare organisations, including cancer and disability-related groups.