The United Nations has reported that the Indian Navy allegedly abandoned at least 40 Rohingya refugees—including women and children—in the Andaman Sea with only life jackets for survival. Lawyers representing the affected families have filed a petition with India’s Supreme Court demanding the return of their relatives to New Delhi. Additionally, India has reportedly started pushing Rohingya refugees into Bangladesh.

At least 10 people have died in separate lightning strike incidents across the country. The fatalities include three individuals in Madaripur’s Sadar and Rajoir upazilas, two housewives in Chilmarhi and Ulipur of Kurigram, a farmer in Kishoreganj’s Itna, a school student in Bhanga of Faridpur, a child in Kalihati of Tangail, a worker in Sherpur’s Sreebardi, and another farmer in Gomastapur, Chapainawabganj. Most of the victims were either working outdoors during the storm or had ventured out to help others return home safely.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Mohammad Ejaz announced that 220 kilometers of canals across the capital will be excavated and cleared within this year to mitigate waterlogging.

According to CS records, the total length of canals in Dhaka once stood at approximately 340 kilometers, but 120 kilometers have since been buried under roads and other infrastructure. "In the past three months alone, we have managed to restore flow in 108 kilometers of canals," said Ejaz. "We are optimistic that the remaining 112 kilometers can be recovered and excavated by year’s end."

He added that the primary objective is to increase water flow to reduce urban flooding, especially during the monsoon. Environmental lawyer Syeda Rizwana Hasan is leading the initiative. Despite limited funding, Ejaz claimed the DNCC has been able to carry out the work effectively and economically.

The Judicial Employees Association has announced a two-day, half-day work stoppage on June 22 and 23 across all subordinate courts and tribunals in the country. The move comes in protest of the government's inaction on their key demands.

Spokesperson Rezwan Khondokar stated that auxiliary court staff observed a symbolic two-hour strike on May 5 as part of an ongoing series of demonstrations. However, the government has yet to take any visible steps toward meeting their demands.

The association is calling for two primary changes: the implementation of a separate judicial service pay scale for court employees, and the abolition of the "block post" system to establish a distinct recruitment policy. With no resolution in sight, the union is pressing forward with broader, more disruptive action.

At a public rally protesting India’s transboundary water policies, BNP leader Abdul Moyeen Khan stated that India has violated international agreements by building 54 illegal dams on 36 rivers shared with Bangladesh, causing severe water shortages. Azad Khan Bhasani, grandson of Maulana Bhasani, declared, “We broke the chains of West Pakistan; we will not bow to Delhi. If needed, we will fight to claim our rightful share of water.” The speakers demanded the cancellation of all unequal treaties with India and called for nationwide resistance against water aggression.

Jagannath University (JnU) Vice-Chancellor Dr. Rezaul Karim confirmed that the administration has agreed to meet all student demands, including increasing the university's operating budget and constructing temporary dormitories to address housing shortages. Work on a second campus will also begin soon. UGC Chairman Prof. S M A Fayez personally ended the hunger strike by offering water to protesting students and affirmed the government's commitment to fulfilling all demands. Dr. Rois Uddin added that police have apologized for the recent attacks on students and pledged action within seven days against those responsible.

Chief Adviser Prof. Dr. Muhammad Yunus announced that the government is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for men and women in all aspects of the nation’s digital transformation, inspired by the spirit of the July uprising. He highlighted initiatives such as "Citizen Service" digital centers to reduce bureaucracy and ensure easier access to government services. He also outlined new training programs for women entrepreneurs and STEM education for female students. Bangladesh is set to join a satellite-based high-speed internet network to ensure uninterrupted connectivity nationwide, including in remote areas.

The 'March of Solidarity with Women' concluded at Manik Mia Avenue with a declaration that rejected using national unity as a pretext to deny women or marginalized communities their rightful place in society. The statement emphasized that issues such as land rights and environmental justice are inherently linked to women’s rights. It called on society to ensure justice for the most vulnerable, condemned derogatory remarks against the Women’s Commission, and criticized the government’s silence on the matter. The declaration demanded the establishment of women’s rights at all levels of society.

Advisor Asif Mahmud revealed that Malaysia has made a policy-level decision to recruit a significant number of Bangladeshi workers in the coming years. The announcement came following a meeting in Putrajaya between Dr. Asif Nazrul and senior officials from Malaysia’s Ministry of Human Resources. Key agenda items included ensuring fair wages and benefits for current workers and developing a transparent recruitment process for future hires. Malaysia has also pledged to safeguard workers' rights, safety, and overall welfare.

At a rally marking Farakka Long March Day, the National Revolutionary Council demanded an international investigation into the disappearance of BNP leader Ilias Ali, blaming India’s Tipaimukh dam and government collusion. They called for a white paper on 54 years of damage from India’s water projects and urged the government to seek reparations through the International Court. The group also proposed forming a Bangladesh-China-Pakistan water alliance to resist India’s water diversion plans and demanded the cancellation of Hasina-Modi agreements.

Industrial and Housing Advisor Adilur Rahman Khan visited the victims of the devastating fire at Srinagar Bazar. He assured that government financial aid would be provided to those affected. The fire, which occurred late Thursday night, destroyed over a hundred shops and caused losses estimated at around Tk 30 crore. Khan reaffirmed the government's commitment to standing by the victims during their recovery.

Ben Cohen, co-founder of ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s and a prominent activist, was arrested at the U.S. Senate during a protest against the killings in Gaza. He was later released. Police charged Cohen with a misdemeanor, while six others were also detained and face more serious charges. The protest occurred during a budget hearing where Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was presenting his proposal. Cohen shouted slogans, accusing Congress of funding bombs that kill children in Gaza while cutting healthcare for the poor in the U.S.

Indian security forces have killed 31 Maoists during a major operation in the Karriguttalu Hills along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. Home Minister Amit Shah reported that over 26,000 personnel were involved in the operation, which resulted in the destruction of 214 Maoist hideouts and bunkers. Hundreds of explosives were recovered. The Naxalites have long fought for the rights of indigenous tribal populations in the region. Shah expressed satisfaction that no security personnel were injured in the operation.

Current and former students and teachers of Jagannath University have begun a sit-in protest at Kakrail intersection to press home their three-point demand. The gathering started around 10 a.m. near the northeastern side of the Kakrail Mosque, with a mass hunger strike planned after Friday prayers. Former Jagannath University student and Jamaat-e-Islami leader Shahin Ahmed Khan urged the interim government to promptly accept the demands. Maksudur Rahman, former VP of the Jagannath University Chhatra Dal, stated that these are longstanding and legitimate demands.

The government has restructured a committee to oversee the proper management of Qurbani-related matters, appointing Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin as its convener. The committee includes advisers for home, industry, roads, environment, local government, livestock, religion, and information, among others. Key responsibilities include ensuring proper collection and preservation of animal hides, maintaining an adequate supply of salt, and guaranteeing fair pricing. The committee will also issue guidelines for efficient waste management during Eid, humane animal transportation, and protection of funds generated from hide sales for the benefit of religious institutions.