The interim government has approved the establishment of a United Nations Human Rights Office in Dhaka. However, the National Revolutionary Council has strongly opposed the move, claiming it exceeds the government's authority and violates national sovereignty. Protest leaders accused the UN Human Rights Commission of failing to protect Muslims globally, citing its inaction in crises in Palestine, Kashmir, and Arakan. The council called on Muslim-majority countries to take decisive action to protect Palestinians and criticized what they describe as the UN’s selective concern for human rights.

The Ministry of Commerce has appointed administrators to the Bangladesh CNG Filling Station and Conversion Workshop Owners Association and the Bangladesh Acid Merchant Association due to irregularities in their operations. Joint Secretary Shayla Yasmin and Deputy Secretary Md. Abdul Malek will serve as administrators respectively. The ministry dissolved the existing committees and tasked the administrators with holding fair elections within 120 days. The elected committees will then take over responsibilities, and the ministry must be informed of the handover.

A scrap dealer named Md. Sohag was brutally murdered in Dhaka after refusing to pay extortion money. The horrific incident took place on Wednesday evening at Rajoni Ghosh Lane near Mitford Hospital. According to police, Sohag had been under pressure for months to pay extortion fees but consistently refused. In retaliation, Moin, a local youth leader and candidate for the position of General Secretary of the Jubo Dal in the Chawkbazar area, along with his associates, attacked Sohag with stones, killing him on the spot. Shockingly, witnesses report that the attackers danced on Sohag’s body after the killing. Moin has a history of extortion from street vendors and chemical traders near the hospital, and is also accused of taking bribes in exchange for third-class hospital job placements. Police have arrested Moin and another suspect in connection with the crime.

Singapore will launch a "Business Adaptation Grant" in October to support companies facing challenges due to U.S. tariff-related uncertainties. The initiative, led by the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT), will provide up to SGD 100,000 per company, with SMEs prioritized. The grant will help cover costs for legal and trade consultations, supply chain improvements, and market diversification. Additionally, it will support workforce training to enhance adaptability in a shifting global trade environment.

Dr. Abul Barkat, former chairman of Janata Bank and an economist, was arrested by Dhaka’s Detective Branch last night from Dhanmondi. He faces charges filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission related to financial irregularities during his tenure from 2009 to 2014. Allegations claim political influence and management collusion led to the bank’s large-scale embezzlement, which contributed to its decline. The late Finance Minister once criticized Barkat for damaging the bank’s reputation. Barkat also served as the chairman of Dhaka University’s Economics Department.

Hasnat Abdullah, the Southern Regional Coordinator of the Nationalist Citizens' Party (NCP), has said that some are labeling the attack on 32 No. as the act of a "mob," and in the future, they will use the same term for the upcoming July uprising — all in an attempt to curry favor with Awami League voters.

Speaking at a meeting with families of martyrs and injured activists in Jessore, Abdullah emphasized that while the NCP is not against elections, it will not participate in any without ensuring justice, reform, and the demands tied to the July uprising are met.

During the event, family members of fallen activists expressed frustration over being denied official recognition and state honors. NCP leaders assured them of continued support, pledging to publish the "July Charter" and formally include these families under state recognition.

The BNP has rejected the proposal to include the July Declaration as a fundamental principle of Bangladesh’s constitution, suggesting instead that it be added to the Fourth Schedule to recognize the spirit of the July-August 2024 student uprising. In contrast, the NCP demands full constitutional recognition of the declaration in a new constitution draft. BNP argues that including July’s uprising in the main constitution raises questions about the placement of other historic uprisings, emphasizing the declaration’s political rather than constitutional value.

The Election Commission (EC) has sent 46 newly selected election symbols to the Law Ministry for legal vetting, aiming to expand its current list of 69 symbols to 115. This move comes as political party numbers increase, with 147 new parties applying for registration. The EC had initially shortlisted 150 symbols but finalized 115 for vetting. The Law Ministry can recommend changes to the list. Notably, the proposed amendment to the election rules excludes the “Shapla” (Water Lily) symbol.

National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam emphasized the need for a new constitution and fundamental reforms to combat dominance, inequality, and fascism in Bangladesh. Speaking at a street rally in Magura, he said the current crises persist due to the absence of constitutional change even after the July mass uprising. He urged unity against extortion, terrorism, and land-grabbing, and called for justice for the martyrs of the uprising. The rally was part of the “July March” that took place across key areas in the town.

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has expressed grave concerns over Bangladesh’s deteriorating economic situation, warning that fears of a possible famine in September-October are growing among the public. Speaking at an event in front of the party’s central office on Friday, Rizvi said,

“This is no longer just talk—people are genuinely afraid of famine in the coming months. With garment factories shutting down, widespread job losses, and the unaffordability of basic food items, the signs of famine are already visible.”

He blamed the economic crisis on the lack of a people's government, citing no accountability and a worsening job market. Rizvi reaffirmed that BNP is fighting for democratic values, human rights, and the rule of law, and emphasized the need to return power to the people.

In a brief rally held Thursday night at Chourasta in Bagharpara, Jessore, the National Citizens' Party (NCP) declared the end of their association with the ruling Awami League.

Addressing the gathering, central NCP leader Hasnat Abdullah said, “We’ve closed the Awami League chapter. They have carried out repression in Jessore and across the country.” The five-minute event ended with leaders departing for Jessore town, where a major rally is set for Friday near the central Eidgah.

Senior Co-Chairman of Jatiya Party, Barrister Anisul Islam Mahmud, accused Party Chairman GM Quader of authoritarian behavior and challenged him to test his popularity through a party council. Speaking at a solidarity meeting in Gulshan, he stated that many leaders oppose Quader’s actions but remain silent out of fear of expulsion.

Secretary General Mujibul Haque Chunnu added, “GM Quader has unlawfully and undemocratically expelled 11 of us, which we do not accept. We remain in our positions until the next council.” He further alleged that Quader is trying to run the party with a personal syndicate involving his wife, vowing not to allow any fragmentation of the Jatiya Party.

Jamaat Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has expressed deep concern over the ongoing floods caused by continuous heavy rainfall across several regions of Bangladesh, including Feni, Noakhali, Chattogram, and Sylhet. In a statement, he highlighted that thousands are stranded without access to food and clean water, and waterborne diseases are a looming threat.

He called on the government to intensify relief and rescue operations and urged Jamaat activists as well as compassionate and capable individuals in society to stand by those affected.

A high-level eight-member delegation from Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, led by party Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, is currently on a visit to China from July 11 to 15, at the invitation of the Chinese government and the Communist Party of China (CPC). The delegation was seen off at the airport by Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen and senior Jamaat leaders on Thursday night.

Dr. Rahman stated that the visit aims to strengthen Bangladesh-China bilateral ties and to learn from China’s development experience.

Maulana Mamunul Haque, Amir of Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish, has strongly criticized the country’s current electoral system, calling it fundamentally flawed. Speaking at a mass rally organized by the party’s Jessore district unit, he warned that holding elections without reforms could pave the way for a resurgence of fascism.

Haque argued that past so-called “fair elections” were merely façades and that without systemic reform, democracy in Bangladesh remains under threat. Leaders from the Khulna division were also present at the event.