Dhaka, Nov. 9 -- Students of Dhaka College and Ideal College have verbally agreed to a "peace pact", pledging to put an end to years of campus clashes that often spilled onto city streets.

The agreement ceremony took place at Dhaka College on Sunday afternoon, in the presence of teachers and police officials. Students from both institutions participated, promising to avoid future confrontations.

Dhaka College, Ideal College and City College -- three of the capital's most prominent educational institutions -- have long been known for their rivalries. Their frequent disputes often erupt into violent street brawls, causing major traffic disruptions and public distress around New Market.

To prevent such unrest, New Market Police Station or...