Leaders of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami in Purbadhala, Netrakona, held a press conference on Tuesday afternoon at the party office on Roushnara Road to protest what they described as a false case filed against their members. In a written statement, the party’s assistant secretary Abu Huzaifa said that on May 20, during an open auction for a temporary Eid-ul-Azha cattle market organized by the upazila administration, some BNP activists and recently expelled individuals allegedly attacked Jamaat members, injuring several.

The statement claimed that among the injured, Agia Union Jamaat president A.K.M. Mahfuzur Rahman underwent surgery, while others including Hanif Uddin, Abul Hasnat, and Shafiullah were also hurt. Jamaat alleged that the attackers continued their activities, vandalizing and looting Mahfuzur Rahman’s business and setting fire to a motorcycle belonging to Maulana Abu Saleh Sohag. The leaders said they had video evidence of the incidents and accused local BNP figures of involvement.

The press conference presented five demands, including withdrawal of the case against Jamaat members, arrest and trial of attackers, ensuring administrative neutrality, stopping threats and assaults, and taking visible steps to prevent political violence.

Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed stated that Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) is on alert along the frontier and that the government firmly opposes any illegal push-in or push-back activities. He made the remarks on Tuesday afternoon during an emergency press briefing at the Secretariat in response to questions about reports of Bangladeshis being detained near the border after the formation of a new BJP government in West Bengal, India.

The minister explained that if any Bangladeshi citizens are found in India, their identification must be verified through proper channels. Only if India’s central government officially sends a verified list to Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs will the repatriation process proceed legally. He confirmed that no such pending cases currently exist. Ahmed also addressed issues related to Jangal Salimpur, saying the government will not evict long-term residents from state land unless necessary for public projects, but will eliminate any terrorist hideouts there.

On the Pallabi child murder case, the minister said most witness testimonies have been completed and the government is assisting the court to ensure a fair and timely trial.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken a firm stance against referring to cows merely as animals and against posting cow images on social media during Eid al-Adha. Speaking at a government event in Bijnor on Monday, he said cows hold the status of a mother in Indian culture and urged Muslim religious leaders to caution their followers against disrespectful behavior toward cows. He warned that strict action would be taken against cow slaughter in the state.

Adityanath also criticized religious leaders for not publicly condemning violence against Hindus in Bangladesh and Pakistan, saying that speaking up for persecuted families and demanding compensation would demonstrate humanitarian sensitivity. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah for the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), which he said allows persecuted Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan to obtain Indian citizenship. He accused opposition parties of encouraging illegal immigration by opposing the law.

The remarks reflect Adityanath’s continued emphasis on cultural and religious issues alongside his support for the CAA.

Norwegian Ambassador to Bangladesh Haakon Arald Gulbrandsen paid a courtesy call on Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed at his office in Dhaka on June 2, 2026. The meeting, held in a cordial atmosphere, covered bilateral issues including trade, renewable energy investment, climate change cooperation, and the Rohingya crisis. The minister expressed gratitude for Norway’s early recognition of Bangladesh in 1972 and its continued support for the country’s socio-economic development.

During the discussion, the ambassador praised Bangladesh’s recent progress and said Norway is shifting focus from traditional development aid to expanding trade and investment. The minister welcomed this approach, highlighting export diversification opportunities in pharmaceuticals, leather goods, IT services, jute, and handicrafts, and invited Norwegian investment in renewable energy, ICT, shipbuilding, and packaging sectors. He also emphasized collaboration through the Green Climate Fund and Norfund’s Climate Investment Fund.

The meeting acknowledged the contributions of the Bangladeshi diaspora in Norway and discussed the Rohingya issue, with the minister urging stronger international efforts for safe and sustainable repatriation to Myanmar. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to continued cooperation in international forums and bilateral development.

Bangladesh’s Minister for Disaster Management and Relief, Asadul Habib Dulu, has called on all sections of society to work together in building a drug- and casino-free environment while maintaining educational standards. He made the remarks on Friday at the 30th anniversary celebration of Begum Kamrunnesa Degree College in Lalmonirhat, where he served as the chief guest. The minister emphasized that students and youth must take the lead in this effort, supported by parents, teachers, and conscious citizens.

Dulu stated that destructive activities such as drugs and casinos must be eradicated from society, warning that those involved face a bleak future. He urged young people to stay away from such negative influences and focus on education and moral values. He also highlighted the importance of teacher dedication and student regularity in improving educational quality. The minister praised the college’s contributions to education and nation-building and expressed his commitment to developing it into a more modern institution.

The event featured a flag-raising ceremony, tree planting, a colorful rally, discussions, cultural performances, and the announcement of a new alumni association committee.

Akhtar Hossain, Member Secretary of the NCP and Member of Parliament for Rangpur-4 (Kaunia-Pirgacha), has stated that the government’s special allocation of 1 million taka for the poor and helpless people during Eid-ul-Fitr was distributed transparently and properly. On Tuesday afternoon, he presented a detailed account of the spending before the public at the Tapar Bridge area in Kaunia.

Hossain explained that although 1 million taka may seem like a large sum, it is limited compared to the large population of his constituency. He noted that if each beneficiary received 1,000 taka, only about 1,000 people could be helped, while the constituency has 140 wards. As a result, only five to six people per ward could receive assistance. He assured that those left out this time would be prioritized in the next allocation.

He added that as a representative elected for five years, he aims to stand by all constituents gradually and that public disclosure of spending ensures transparency and accountability in government aid distribution.

Awami League Advisory Council member and former Commerce Minister Tofail Ahmed was accorded a state guard of honor before his second funeral prayer in Bhola. The prayer took place on Tuesday, June 2, at 2:30 p.m. at Bhola Government Boys High School field, led by Imam Maulana Md. Mohiuddin of Khalifapatti Jame Mosque. People from all walks of life, including party members, attended the ceremony.

After the prayer, his body was taken to his native village Koralia for burial in the family graveyard following a final funeral prayer. Earlier in the day, a helicopter carrying his body landed at the Birshreshtha Mostafa Kamal bus stand area in Bhola after departing from Dhaka.

Tofail Ahmed passed away on Monday, June 1, while undergoing treatment at Square Hospital in Dhaka. His first funeral prayer was held that night at Takwa Mosque in Dhanmondi.

Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) Social Service Secretary A.B. Jubayer has accused Awami League leader Tofail Ahmed and his associates of previously preventing the funeral prayers of Delwar Hossain Sayeedi in Dhaka and BNP leader Nure Alam in Bhola. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Jubayer said that despite those incidents, no one is obstructing the funeral of Tofail Ahmed, describing this as an act of fairness even toward political opponents.

In his post, Jubayer alleged that Sayeedi’s body had been seized after police used tear gas and gunfire, and that many people were killed following the verdict against Sayeedi. He also referred to past killings in Bhola involving opposition activists. Jubayer emphasized that while Tofail’s funeral should proceed without obstruction, any banned organization’s activities or provocative acts under the guise of funeral gatherings would not be tolerated.

He thanked local BNP and Jubo Dal units for their roles and urged Jamaat and NCP to act responsibly, stating that political struggle should remain within political parties, not with extremist groups.

A BNP leader in Cumilla’s Daudkandi has been accused of illegally taking control of government land originally allocated to a landless person for rehabilitation and farming. The land, granted to Masud Alam in the 1989–90 fiscal year, was reportedly occupied by Abul Hashem, joint convener of Cumilla North District BNP, who is also Alam’s cousin. Locals allege that Hashem has held the land for 36 years and is now preparing to construct a multistoried building there.

Residents claim that Hashem’s political influence has prevented any protest, while the local administration has remained inactive. Daudkandi BNP convener Abdul Latif Bhuiya described the construction as illegal and unethical, urging legal action if irregularities are proven. Hashem, however, denied the allegations, stating that he lawfully transferred the land to his name through the sub-registry office and has been using it since.

Daudkandi’s Upazila Nirbahi Officer said no formal complaint has been received, while the district commissioner confirmed that transferring or constructing on land allocated for the landless is legally prohibited.

The National Editors Council (NEC) has been formed to safeguard press freedom, improve journalistic standards, and protect the professional interests of editors. The decision was made on Tuesday at a meeting held at the office of the daily Amar Desh, where editors from various national dailies participated. The meeting appointed Shafik Rehman, editor of Jaijaidin, as convener and Mahmudur Rahman, editor of Amar Desh, as joint convener of a 13-member convening committee.

Other members of the committee include editors from Naya Diganta, Kaler Kantho, Jugantor, Protidiner Bangladesh, Sangram, The New Nation, Wada, Manab Kantha, Loksomaj, Daily Peoples View, and Jalalabad. The editors agreed on the necessity of forming this new organization to address the deterioration of the media sector during one and a half decades of authoritarian rule.

The meeting also decided to draft the organization’s constitution, initiate training programs to enhance journalistic excellence, and organize a national convention involving editors from national and regional newspapers as soon as possible.

Opposition Leader and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has called on the government to ensure justice within 15 days for the brutal killing of four-year-old Fahima Akter in Sylhet. He made the appeal while visiting the victim’s family, who lost their daughter in a widely discussed case involving abduction, attempted rape, and murder. During the visit, he expressed deep sympathy to the grieving parents and assured them of his support for fair justice.

Dr. Rahman stated that repeated incidents like this occur due to impunity and delayed trials. He emphasized that the gruesome killing of Fahima has deeply pained the entire nation and urged people from all levels of society to unite and remain vigilant to prevent such tragedies in the future. Family members shared their grief and details of the incident with him, and he listened attentively.

Several senior Jamaat leaders accompanied Dr. Rahman during the visit, including Advocate Ehsanul Mahbub Zubair, Muhammad Fakhrul Islam, and Maulana Habibur Rahman. Later, the opposition leader spoke to journalists at a press briefing.

A reception and exchange meeting was held in Goaland, Rajbari, to welcome Nurunnisa Siddika, a reserved seat Member of Parliament in the 13th National Parliament and Secretary of the Women’s Division of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. The event took place on Tuesday morning at the Haji Bari Mosque field in Kewtil area of Chhoto Bhakla Union, organized by the Haji Bari Social Welfare Council. The meeting was presided over by Sheikh Mohiuddin, a former professor of Tejgaon College, and attended by several central and local leaders of Jamaat-e-Islami.

In her address, MP Nurunnisa Siddika stressed the need to modernize and make the country’s judicial system more time-appropriate. She stated that Bangladesh has become a modern state, and therefore, its judicial and administrative structures should also evolve accordingly. She called for governance based on justice and the ideals of the Quran.

She further emphasized establishing justice in society, preventing corruption, and promoting human values. Local residents shared their concerns and expectations during the meeting, which the MP attentively listened to.

Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain stated that the prime minister was misinformed about his planned visit to Florida, United States. He made the comment on Tuesday through a Facebook post, following a viral note from the prime minister suggesting that mosquito control methods could be developed locally without traveling abroad.

In his post titled “Will misinformation and conspiracy ruin the revolutionary potential of mosquito control?”, the mayor explained that since October last year, CCC had been using mosquito larva-killing chemicals from the U.S.-based company Valent BioSciences. To reduce dependency on costly imports, he proposed establishing a joint-venture factory in Bangladesh. Valent BioSciences responded by inviting a delegation led by the mayor to visit its facilities in Chicago and Florida for feasibility assessment, with no expenses to be borne by the government or CCC.

The mayor alleged that a vested group provided false and misleading information to the prime minister, causing uncertainty over the planned visit. A government letter earlier confirmed that the summary for travel approval had been returned without authorization.

The U.S. Department of Defense has imposed new restrictions on journalists’ direct access to its press office, designating the area as a “sensitive classified information center.” Acting Press Secretary Joel Valdez said the move aims to ensure security, as officials regularly handle confidential materials. Under the new rules, journalists can only enter the offices of the Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs and the Press Secretary by prior appointment, and additional movement controls have been introduced across Pentagon press areas.

U.S. media outlets claim that since President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, access for journalists to government offices has been gradually reduced. In March, the Pentagon announced that no media outlet would be allowed to maintain a permanent office inside the building. Journalists are now also required to be escorted by security personnel within the complex, a policy already facing legal challenges.

The National Press Club and Freedom of the Press Foundation have both criticized the decision, warning that it undermines transparency and accountability. They questioned the justification for labeling the press office as a classified zone and expressed concern about declining public trust in defense communications.

Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury announced that the government plans to introduce a unified expatriate card, which will replace the existing BMET card. Speaking at a briefing at the ministry on Tuesday, he said the goal is to enable all necessary services through one card instead of multiple ones.

According to the ministry, the card will be available to all expatriates, including those living in Europe and Latin America. The minister explained that the card will function like a credit card, with applications processed through a dedicated cell for verification. Although the facilities are not yet finalized, the card is expected to include features for currency management, remittance benefits, and digital identity tracking.

The minister added that discussions are ongoing with the Land Ministry to allow expatriates to access land-related services using the card. Plans are also being considered to give cardholders priority in hospitals and other service areas. State Minister Nurul Haque, Secretary Mokhtar Hossain, and senior officials attended the briefing.