President of the Primary Teachers’ Association, Aminul Islam Chowdhury, has announced a hunger strike starting June 23 if their three-point demand is not met. He labeled a 2020 finance ministry letter regarding time scale for nationalized teachers as illegal and misleading. The association demands seniority be calculated based on actual service time and that the gazette for deprived head teachers be published. A mass rally has been called at Dhaka’s Central Shaheed Minar on June 22, with thousands of teachers from across the country expected to attend.

Advisor Muhammad Fawzul Kabir Khan has stated that illegal gas connections exist in almost every area. He emphasized that action is being taken against Titas Gas officials responsible for these unauthorized setups. A large-scale operation will soon be launched to disconnect illegal lines and hold those involved accountable. Kabir acknowledged that some of the industrialists’ complaints about gas shortages were valid and said efforts are underway to address the issue. Shahadat Hossain Sohel, director of Towel Tex Ltd., said, “We don’t need gas for 24 hours—just at least 8 hours. The shortage is affecting production and increasing costs.”

On Sunday, formal charges in the case against Sheikh Hasina will be submitted to the International Crimes Tribunal. With the tribunal’s permission, the proceedings will be broadcast live on Bangladesh Television (BTV), according to the prosecution. Chief Prosecutor Tazul Islam had earlier confirmed that formal charges would be officially filed that day.

Due to inclement weather in Dhaka, four incoming flights were diverted to Chattogram’s Shah Amanat International Airport between 4:30 PM and 5:15 PM on Saturday. Airport public relations officer Md. Ibrahim Khalil said the flights could not land in Dhaka because of poor weather conditions. He confirmed that the flights will resume their journey to Dhaka once the weather improves.

At least 150 people have been killed in sudden floods that swept through Mokwa, a city in Nigeria's central Niger State, earlier this week, according to emergency agency spokesperson Ibrahim Audu Husseini. He warned that the death toll could rise further. The disaster has displaced over 3,000 people, completely destroyed 300 homes, and washed away two bridges. Earlier, the Daily Trust newspaper reported that thousands were left homeless and more than 50 children from an Islamic school were missing.

At least 40 people were injured in a series of dog attacks in Faridganj, Chandpur. The incidents occurred on Friday in Paikpara South Union and parts of Faridganj Municipality. Among the injured, 23 people received treatment at the Upazila Health Complex, while others were treated at private hospitals in the district. The attacks sparked panic in the community. Municipal Executive Officer Shah Sufian Khan confirmed that those seeking vaccines were promptly inoculated.

Authorities have imposed a three-month ban on entry into the Sundarbans forest from June 1 to August 31. Tourists and forest-dependent locals will not be allowed access during this time. Sundarbans DFO AZM Hasanur Rahman stated that the ban was implemented to allow 251 fish species in the forest to spawn during the monsoon. He noted that public announcements were made to inform local communities. While the measure aims to protect biodiversity, forest-dependent locals expressed concern over their livelihood due to the lack of alternative income sources.

India’s Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has, for the first time, acknowledged that the country lost several fighter jets during a skirmish with Pakistan earlier this month. In an interview with Bloomberg TV, General Chauhan downplayed the significance of the aircraft losses, stating, “What matters is not that the planes were downed, but why. We’ve identified the tactical errors and adjusted accordingly. Just two days later, we carried out a successful long-range strike.” Meanwhile, BJP veteran Subramanian Swamy also confirmed Pakistan had shot down five Indian jets. He further alleged corruption in the Rafale fighter deal, claiming no investigation would occur as long as Narendra Modi remains Prime Minister.

Advisor Asif Mahmud reported that Bangladesh’s foreign debt repayments rose by 24.73% during the first ten months of the current fiscal year compared to the same period last year. Posting on Facebook, he stated that from July to April of FY 2024–25, the country repaid $3.5 billion, surpassing the total repayment of the entire previous fiscal year. Of this, approximately $2.02 billion was principal repayment—32.86% higher than the same period last year. He also noted a reduction in urban waterlogging despite heavy rainfall.

Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended issuing work visas to citizens of 14 countries—including Bangladesh—until the end of the upcoming Hajj season in June. Other affected nations include India, Pakistan, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq, Nigeria, Jordan, Algeria, Sudan, Ethiopia, Tunisia, Yemen, and Morocco. According to Arab Times, the decision will adversely impact thousands of foreign workers and international businesses.

Services at the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital remain suspended for the fourth consecutive day due to ongoing clashes between hospital staff and relatives of injured patients. Hundreds of patients are being forced to return home without treatment. “I didn’t know services were halted. I came here because I can't afford private hospitals,” said one patient. The hospital typically sees an average of 1,500 outpatients daily.

A joint task force seized 603 sacks of government-subsidized VGD rice during a raid in Jamalpur’s Islampur on Friday night. The rice was stockpiled at the residence of Azgar Ali in Kachihara village. Captain Ahsan stated that they raided the premises following a tip-off, but the culprits managed to flee upon sensing the presence of the task force.

Gas supply to industrial zones across Bangladesh will increase starting today, according to Energy Adviser Mohammad Fawzul Kabir Khan. To tackle the ongoing gas crisis, four additional LNG cargoes are being imported. “This should have happened a couple of days earlier, but rough seas delayed the unloading of gas from the vessels,” he explained. Supply has already risen by 50 MMCFD, and an additional 100–150 MMCFD is expected soon. Regarding recent protests by rural electricity cooperatives, the adviser stated that a meeting will be held tomorrow to resolve issues concerning the relationship between the cooperatives and REB. “Demonstrations bring only harm,” he warned, citing past sabotage incidents where electricity was cut off at 26–27 locations.

Ferry services on the Daulatdia-Paturia route resumed at 6:45 AM on Saturday after remaining suspended for nearly 46 hours due to inclement weather and turbulent river conditions. The Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) had halted operations around 9 AM on Thursday as the Padma River became dangerously rough, posing risks to passenger safety. As the weather improved, authorities allowed the ferries to operate again, easing the travel woes of commuters.

A newly constructed marine drive road in Kuakata, built at a cost of BDT 48.6 million, was washed away by the Bay of Bengal during a cyclone on Thursday—before its official inauguration.
One-third of the 1,300-meter road has already been destroyed. A five-member committee has been formed to investigate the incident.
Sources revealed that the project began construction at sea level without any feasibility study. The contract was awarded to three firms closely associated with then-Mayor Md. Anwar Howlader—also affiliated with ruling party leaders.