A case has been filed at the International Crimes Tribunal against 121 individuals, including Sheikh Helal and Talukder Abdul Khaleq, for alleged crimes against humanity during the recent mass uprising. The plaintiff, Naeem Shikdar, claims he was shot on August 4 during the protests and still has over 400 bullet fragments in his body. He recounted how a large bullet hit his back, which was later removed without anesthesia by a doctor after repeated requests. Meanwhile, DB police have arrested constable Nasirul, who was wanted in connection with the mass killing at Chankharpul in July. He was presented before the tribunal on Tuesday.

At a mass iftar event at Chittagong University’s central mosque, the central secretary of Islami Chhatra Shibir stated that the organization does not engage in factionalism or violence. "Shibir organizes iftar programs through the hard work and contributions of its members. These are regular activities for us. Instead of violence, we focus on productive initiatives for students," he said. He added that politics is just one aspect of their mission, which is primarily about instilling morality, knowledge, integrity, and patriotism in students for the welfare of the nation.

Tarique Rahman has urged political parties to work together to address the pressing issues facing the nation. "We do politics for the people. Today, citizens are suffering the most due to rising prices. Why aren’t politicians debating how to improve market management and increase production?" he questioned. Rahman emphasized that discussions should go beyond governance reforms and include plans for economic management, healthcare, and market regulation in a country of nearly 200 million people.

Amirul Master (42), a youth leader of Jubo League in Sathia, Pabna, was brutally stabbed to death by rivals. Following the attack, police arrested two suspects, Imu and Mithun, on the same night. The deceased, Amirul Islam, was the son of Lohai Pramanik from Khetupura village and served as the proposed organizational secretary of the Sathia Upazila Jubo League committee. The suspects, Mehedi Hasan Imu (30) and Shibli Sadiq Mithun (27), were arrested from the home of Kamrul Islam, a ward member of Gaurigram Union, at around 2:30 a.m.

Political leader Hasnat Abdullah declared that he does not want to see the Awami League in politics anymore. He urged all parties to reach a consensus and set an example for future generations. "We have fought a long battle. We have endured fascist rule, oppression, disappearances, and killings. Now, we have united in a Bangladesh free from fascism," he said. Abdullah thanked anti-fascist political forces and expressed hope that ongoing political reforms would soon be completed.

Nahid Islam, the convener of the National Consensus Party (NCP), has stated that elections can be held within the stipulated timeframe if necessary reforms are implemented. Speaking at an Iftar gathering, he reiterated NCP’s demand for holding parliamentary and constituent assembly elections simultaneously.

Nahid emphasized the need to improve law and order before the elections, warning that anti-Bangladesh forces were still engaged in conspiracies. He further stated that the ruling Awami League must be held accountable through due judicial processes. Meanwhile, NCP Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain called on all opposition forces to unite against the Awami League.

The British High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Sarah Cook, met with the Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman. During the meeting, they exchanged pleasantries and discussed the overall situation in Bangladesh, including the establishment of democracy, upcoming elections, human rights, the situation of minorities, and the Rohingya issue. They also discussed ways to further strengthen the friendly relations between the UK and Bangladesh.

Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of BNP, contacted the grieving family of JCD activist Apurba (25), who was fatally stabbed in Narayanganj while attempting to stop a dispute. Expressing condolences, Rahman reassured Apurba’s parents that many BNP activists had suffered deaths, disappearances, and brutal persecution while resisting injustice. He urged authorities to swiftly arrest the perpetrators. Apurba’s father lamented that their family had been subjected to 16 years of harassment for their BNP affiliation.

A BNP leader was assaulted and forcibly taken to a police station in Narayanganj’s Signboard area by a rival faction within the party. The attack was linked to an extortion dispute in the transport sector. Former JCD leader Abdur Rahman, who had previously filed a case against ex-BNP leader Mamun and his associates, was angered by the police’s failure to arrest Mamun. Upon learning Mamun was at the station, Rahman and his supporters rushed there, captured him as he tried to flee, and continued beating him inside the officer-in-charge’s room. Allegedly, Mamun controlled extortion activities in the area.

A violent clash erupted between two BNP factions in a border area of Sunamganj over extortion from Indian limestone transporters. The confrontation, lasting from evening until 10 PM, resulted in the death of Mohammad Ali (60), a BNP-affiliated individual, and left at least 20 others injured. The dispute reportedly stemmed from ongoing tensions between local JCD leader Harunur Mahmud and former Jubo Dal leader Hazrat Ali.

NCP leader Samantha Sharmin has called for a Constituent Assembly to rewrite the constitution, stating it as the party’s primary goal. However, BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed opposed the idea. Sharmin suggested BNP’s objection is to holding the Constituent Assembly and parliamentary elections together, but NCP never proposed that. She emphasized that those elected to the assembly would transition into lawmakers post-constitution drafting, ensuring no short- or long-term complications. She also questioned if Salahuddin’s remarks reflected BNP’s official stance.

A court has ordered the seizure of assets, including Sudha Sadan, the private residence of ousted leader Sheikh Hasina, along with properties owned by her family members. The decision was made following an application by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The court has also issued travel bans on Sheikh Hasina, her sister Sheikh Rehana, her son Sajeeb Ahmed Wazed (Joy), daughter Saima Wazed Putul, and Rehana’s children, Tulip Rizwana Siddiq, Azmina Siddiq, and Radwan Mujib Siddiq.

BNP leader Aminul Haque has accused a new political party of taking advantage of its position within the government, stating that this cannot be considered a democratic practice. He further claimed that a faction was spreading lies and propaganda under the name of the BNP for their own gain. According to Haque, individuals who have defected from the corrupt Awami League and are now posing as new members of BNP are responsible for various misconducts and conspiracies in the country. He emphasized that the Awami League is an authoritarian party that has conspired against the people of Bangladesh and committed atrocities, even burning people alive. He further asserted that those involved in looting and corruption could not be true members of the BNP.

In Tangail’s Bhuapur upazila, BNP leader Abdus Salam allegedly threatened to cut off a food official’s hand after failing to secure an Open Market Sale (OMS) dealership. Salam, the organizational secretary of Gabshara Union BNP, participated in an open lottery for dealership allocation on March 6, conducted by the Upazila Administration and Food Office. After failing to win the dealership, he and his associates stormed into the office on Monday morning and issued the violent threat against Food Officer Mohammad Kazi Hamidul. Authorities are investigating the incident.

A case has been filed against three leaders of the BNP-backed Jatiyatabadi Chaluk Dal (Driver Group), including its central president, Jewel Khandaker, on charges of extortion, vandalism, and looting. The accused are Jewel Khandaker, Shakil Khandaker, and Jasim Uddin. Plaintiff Iltutmish Saudagar stated that the case was filed under the directives of BNP leader Tareq Rahman. He emphasized that the party would take legal action against any members involved in criminal activities and that no one would be spared. The accused allegedly fabricated a story on March 4 to unlawfully enter the residence of Tanvir Imam’s ex-wife, the son of the late HT Imam, and carried out widespread looting.