Nagorik Oikya President Mahmudur Rahman Manna has criticized Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus for lacking engagement with political parties. He stated that Yunus repeatedly claims only one political party wants elections but provides no explanation or accountability.

Manna said that Yunus often avoids direct questions, responding with a smile or silence, and despite calling five meetings with all parties, practical dialogue has been absent. “When people ask whether elections will be held, their concern is justified,” Manna added.

In a recent meeting of the Consensus Commission, all major political parties, including the BNP, have reached an agreement to amend Article 70 of the Constitution under specific conditions. These conditions include exceptions for votes on money bills, confidence votes, and constitutional amendments—outside of which, MPs will be allowed to speak freely in Parliament.

The BNP has proposed an additional clause: party MPs must not vote against the party line or speak out on matters concerning national security or during wartime. If there is no consensus on this point, the BNP plans to issue a note of dissent and include the matter in its party manifesto.

However, consensus was not reached on three other key proposals: appointing opposition MPs as chairs of all parliamentary standing committees, reforming the voting process for women’s reserved seats, and defining the term and scope of a caretaker government.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has called for urgent action from the Election Commission, stressing that the voices of 11 million expatriates must not be ignored.

"You cannot claim any real progress while sidelining our remittance warriors. Denying them voting rights is a brutal injustice," said Rahman, warning that the economic repercussions would be severe. He also urged the Commission to test its capabilities by conducting local elections ahead of the national polls.

BNP leader Ishraq Hossain has declared, "This government is now being forced to hear us—if the oath-taking for the mayoral post is not arranged immediately, I will swear in and sit in the chair with the voters of Dhaka."

He stressed that the people of Dhaka should decide how the city corporation should be run. "We will not allow any external advisor or administrator to manage the city corporation," Ishraq added.

He also criticized the government's delay in appointing a mayor, claiming that it has created doubts in people's minds regarding free and fair elections under this regime. "This government has lost its neutrality," he asserted.

Ishraq further mentioned that the sit-in protest in front of the Nagar Bhaban (City Corporation building) demanding the mayor’s oath has been temporarily suspended. However, he warned that there would be an intense movement after Eid.

In connection with the murder of six people, including Anas, during the July public uprising in Chankharpul, a case has been filed on charges of crimes against humanity. A notice has been issued for the appearance of four fugitives before the International Crimes Tribunal.

The fugitives are:

Former Commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police, Habibur Rahman

Former Joint Commissioner, Sudip Kumar Chakraborty

Former Additional Deputy Commissioner of the Ramna Region, Shah Alam Md. Akhtarul Islam

Former Assistant Commissioner of the Ramna Region, Mohammad Imrul

The case pertains to the killings of six individuals in Chankharpul during the July uprising. The fugitives are now being called to face charges for their alleged roles in these murders, which have been classified as crimes against humanity.

Lawyer Shishir Monir posted on Facebook urging people to learn from the July 2023 uprising. He advised against reckless speech and obstinate behavior, advocating for constructive solutions to issues. He also stressed the importance of proving one's capabilities and warned that the younger generation is not fond of senseless rhetoric. He also mentioned the resolution of political cases based on the ruling of the highest court, which resulted in the reinstatement of Jamaat-e-Islami’s registration.

BNP leader Ishraq Hossain's followers are still protesting outside the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) building, demanding his appointment as mayor. Protesters have not only blocked the main gate but also locked all departmental office gates, halting all services. Ishraq Hossain is expected to visit the site around 3 PM to meet with the protesters and assess the situation.

Jamaat-e-Islami Amir, Dr. Shafiqul Rahman, stated that those who fought for change risked their lives to remove fascism. While the fascists themselves may have gone, fascism remains. He emphasized that its shadow still looms over the nation. Rahman also stated that to completely eliminate fascism, a free, fair, and acceptable election is essential, which will result in the formation of a just government. He further noted that the Jamaat-e-Islami expects the current Election Commission to maintain its dignity and avoid any form of partisanship. If the Election Commission upholds its honor, the party will offer full cooperation.

On Tuesday morning, BNP National Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed filed a complaint regarding enforced disappearances at the office of the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Tribunal. He presented his complaint to Chief Prosecutor Advocate Mohammad Tajul Islam, asserting that cases of enforced disappearances and murders will be filed in the Tribunal. However, Salahuddin expressed frustration over the lack of visible action in this regard. He called for the trial of all individuals involved in such incidents, including Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Advisor Asif Mahmood stated that, every year, a week or two before Eid-ul-Adha, unscrupulous traders would manipulate the market, causing the prices of almost all types of spices to increase significantly. However, this year, the situation is different. Compared to last year's Eid, most spice prices have decreased. For example, the price of onions per kilogram, which was around 70-80 BDT last year, is now between 45-50 BDT. Similarly, domestic garlic, which was priced at 190-200 BDT per kilogram last year, is now 110-120 BDT. The price of ginger, which was 220-260 BDT per kilogram, has now dropped to 110-120 BDT. Most spices have seen a decrease in price compared to last year.

Maulana ATM Masum, a leader of Jamaat-e-Islami, criticized the 2025–26 budget of Tk 7.9 trillion presented by the Finance Adviser, stating it does not reflect the aspirations of rebuilding a new Bangladesh after the July mass uprising. He noted that while expenditures were not increased, neither were they significantly reduced, and the budget lacks innovation. Masum warned that achieving the revenue collection target would be a major challenge. He pointed out that the budget deficit has increased to Tk 2.66 trillion, a large portion of which is expected to come from foreign sources, showing no sign of reduced foreign dependence. Although some education-related items saw price reductions, the overall education budget was cut. He appreciated the reductions in health supplies, daily essentials, and agricultural inputs like fertilizers and pesticides.

Gono Odhikar Parishad (GOP) President Nurul Haque Nur revealed that during a recent meeting with the Chief Adviser, all political parties except three demanded an immediate roadmap for elections to be held within December. He noted that there is already consensus on the need for reforms, and that the Chief Adviser expressed willingness to proceed on the basis of national consensus. Nur added that several actions and political statements from current advisers have created distance between the government and the political parties. His party has called for the restructuring of the advisory council by removing controversial advisers.

BNP leader Aminul Haque alleged that personal secretaries (PSs) in the interim government could not have engaged in corruption without directives from their advisers. "PSs are appointed as loyalists to the advisers, and they act accordingly," he said. Haque accused former authoritarian regimes and their associates of escaping after looting public wealth. He called for justice against those in the interim government and their affiliates who, driven by greed for power, have misappropriated public funds. He urged the announcement of a roadmap for a free and fair election by December, in line with the people's expectations.

BNP senior joint secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi lamented the plight of party activists over the past 15 years under what he termed a "fascist regime." He said, "Many of our activists have disappeared, families have been torn apart, and we’ve endured imprisonment and torture." Referring to the July uprising, he noted that while BNP members sacrificed their lives and faced arrests, others in suits and ties went on to assume power. Rizvi also expressed concern over Dr. Muhammad Yunus being misled by a few advisors.

BNP leader Dr. Abdul Moin Khan criticized the proposed 2025–26 national budget, calling it "meaningless" in the absence of political stability. He argued that the budget’s implementation remains highly uncertain due to the interim government's lack of public mandate and moral authority. He pointed out that although the nominal size of the budget has been reduced, revenue targets have increased, exposing flaws in the government’s financial management. Dr. Khan also noted that the budget fails to provide any meaningful direction for low-income and impoverished segments of the population.