Police have arrested Azim Sarkar, also known as Azim Sikder (33), a cashier of former Gazipur mayor Jahangir Alam and an accused in two cases related to attacks during recent mass uprisings. Azim is also a member of the Mirzapur unit of the Awami Swechchhasebak League’s convening committee and the younger brother of AL vice president Mosharraf Hossain. He reportedly managed financial operations for Jahangir and collected funds from various sources.

Tensions flared at a lower court during the remand hearing of Momtaz Begum, where journalists faced threats and aggression from pro-BNP lawyers. Lawyers Mahbub Alam and Akhtar Hossain ordered reporters out of the courtroom, leading to heated exchanges. Scuffles broke out when journalists tried to record statements on camera. The Public Prosecutor alleged during the hearing that Momtaz used to sing for Prime Minister Hasina during times of distress during the mass uprising.

BNP leader Major (Retd.) Hafizuddin Ahmed raised concerns about the government’s decision to allow a “humanitarian corridor,” warning it could drag the country into war. He noted that political parties and the public were kept in the dark. “We fought for 16 years to remove a mafia regime and bring back democracy—why are we still in the dark?” he asked. He reiterated demands for fresh elections and criticized the current lack of decisive leadership. Senior BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi recalled how the Farakka Dam was operationalized during Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s time, suggesting that the damage started back then.

Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, the Charmonai Pir and leader of Islami Andolon Bangladesh, stated that there's nothing new to see from the ruling Awami League, BNP, or Jatiya Party. “We’ve experienced their rule. Now the only ideology that offers peace in this world and salvation in the hereafter is Islam,” he said. Rezaul Karim also warned against political maneuvering to protect criminals and money launderers, stating that the people of Bangladesh will not tolerate such tactics. His party recently held a rally demanding elections through proportional representation.

BNP leader Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury criticized self-proclaimed reformers, saying, “They were nowhere to be seen on the streets for the past 17 years.” He stated that BNP’s 31-point reform plan was designed to envision a post-Hasina Bangladesh, and Khaleda Zia’s Vision 2030 laid out a democratic path forward. He added that no steps are being taken to restore democratic processes, without which no reform is possible. Khasru also praised the late Dr. Zafrullah Chowdhury for his vital contributions to Bangladesh’s health sector and democratic struggle, lamenting that he is not being properly remembered.

Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) Vice President Mahfuza Akter was reportedly denied departure at the airport while en route to attend the 75th FIFA Congress in Paraguay on May 15. While BFF President Tabith Awal and General Secretary Imran Hossain successfully boarded the flight, Mahfuza was turned back. Sources indicate that her past affiliation with the ruling party's affiliate, the Jubo Mohila League, was the reason for the denial. Mahfuza, who also chairs the women’s football committee, was reportedly linked to the outgoing authoritarian regime, which contributed to the travel restriction.

Hasnat Abdullah has claimed that although the activities of the Awami League can be banned, its financial network remains beyond reach. Speaking in Cumilla, he said that in several upazilas, politics has been sold out to the ruling party's financial influence. Addressing Dr. Asif Nazrul, he asked, “When those involved in murders go to court, which judge grants them bail? Reveal who’s backing them.” He added that it’s not just the government’s failure that the accused are out on bail and roaming in front of the martyrs’ homes, but also the failure of Professor Nazrul himself. “We demand both reform and election,” he emphasized, stating that any election must take place through a process of accountability and reform.

The Chandana Post Office, located at the bustling Chandana intersection in Gazipur, has been converted into the office of the BNP-affiliated Volunteer Wing. Formerly operating under the Basan Union as a post office for years, the building is now repurposed as the local office of the Basan Thana Volunteer Wing. Although the building now falls under the jurisdiction of Gazipur City Corporation and had previously been declared abandoned, postal operations for Chandana Post Office (code: 1702) continued for years. A small room adjacent to the main building is now designated for postal activities. A signboard on one side of the building reads "Office of Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal," the youth wing of the BNP.

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has taken full responsibility for the medical treatment of Enam Siddiqui (30), a youth from Enayetpur village in Jashore, who was critically injured during the July mass uprising. BNP leader Anindya Islam Amit handed over financial assistance to Enam’s family on behalf of Tarique Rahman. “Enam made the ultimate sacrifice in the fight against fascism. We were informed of his condition upon returning to Jashore, and since then, the BNP has been covering all his medical expenses,” Amit said.

A Dhaka court has granted a four-day remand for former Member of Parliament Momtaz Begum in connection with the murder of Md. Sagar during the recent mass uprising in the Mirpur Model Police Station area. On July 19, Sagar took part in the public protest at Mirpur 10 intersection. Around 4:30 PM that day, attackers opened fire on demonstrators, hitting Sagar. He later succumbed to his injuries. His mother, Beauty, received his body at Shaheed Suhrawardy Hospital and laid him to rest in their village. Momtaz Begum has been named as an accused in the case.

On Monday night, activists of the Chhatra Dal and Jubo Dal detained and handed over a banned Chhatra League member named Aritra to Rajshahi's Motihar police station. He was apprehended near the university’s main gate. Aritra is a second-year student of the Botany Department and a known associate of Asadullah Hil Galib, the General Secretary of Chhatra League’s RU unit. He had reportedly gone into hiding and stopped attending classes following the recent mass uprising.

In a statement, the Dhaka University unit of Islami Chhatra Shibir claimed that the recent attempt to frame the national anthem incident as a conflict between ‘Islamists’ and ‘Pro-Bangladesh forces’ is actually a tactic to revive ultra-Bengali nationalism. The group condemned the baseless accusations against Shibir, asserting that the protest was organized under the banner of 'general students' but primarily attended by members of Chhatra Dal, Chhatra Union, and the Democratic Students’ Council. Shibir argued that video analysis clearly reveals the political affiliations of those involved and labeled the propaganda as a reflection of political bankruptcy and the rise of neo-fascist politics.

Jahirul Islam, a dealer for the government’s Open Market Sale (OMS) program in Titas, Cumilla, was caught red-handed attempting to embezzle 35 sacks of government rice using a pickup van on Monday night. Local residents intercepted the vehicle and handed him over to police and administration officials. Jahirul, a leader of the Swechchhasebak Dal, confessed to the embezzlement. A mobile court sentenced him to three months of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Tk 50,000. Jahirul currently serves as Joint Convener of the Cumilla North District unit of the Swechchhasebak Dal.

Former State Minister Zakir Hossain allegedly manipulated the planning of a new Primary Teachers’ Training Institute (PTI) in his constituency to sell his own land to the government at a price above market value. Once this plot was uncovered, the project was abruptly halted. However, as is often the case, officials involved in the scheme remain untouched. The Planning Commission stated that the government has tightened scrutiny in project approval and fund allocation, under which this project—“Establishment of PTI in Roumari, Kurigram”—was flagged. The project had an estimated cost of Tk 43.9 crore.

Sheikh Shaira Sharmin, the wife of BJP Chairman Andalib Rahman Partha, was prevented from boarding a flight to Thailand on Tuesday afternoon by immigration officials at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Shaira is the daughter of Sheikh Helal Uddin, a cousin of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, and the sister of former MP Sheikh Tanmoy.