In protest against alleged instigation of killings during the mass uprising, BNP’s student wing, Chhatra Dal, locked the office of pro-Awami League lawyer Jafar Altaf at the Pabna District Bar Association on Sunday. Witnesses reported that Chhatra Dal activists marched from the Central Shaheed Minar to the bar association, locking Altaf’s office and staging a demonstration. Sultan Mahmud Ehiya, the association’s secretary, expressed regret over the incident, stating they were discussing necessary actions. Chhatra Dal district secretary Kamruzzaman Prince claimed he had heard about the incident but had no further details.

At a press conference held at Dhaka University’s Modhur Canteen on Sunday, Central President of Islami Chhatra Shibir, Zahidul Islam, stated that Chhatra Dal appears to be following the path of the banned organization Chhatra League. He further expressed concerns that the public’s aspirations for student politics are being undermined by certain student organizations’ dominance, violence, extortion, occupation, forced tagging, and blame-shifting culture. As a result, students are becoming disinterested in politics, and the educational environment is deteriorating. He also protested against blaming Shibir for incidents at KUET and MC College, asserting their innocence. Additionally, he demanded justice for the attack on a Tamirul Millat student by Chhatra Dal members.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Students’ Party (Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal) has strongly condemned the presence of Islami Chhatra Shibir at Madhur Canteen, a historic student hub at Dhaka University. In a statement, they recalled that on March 25, the founder of Madhur Canteen, Madhusudan Dey (Madhuda), was martyred by Pakistani forces. During the Liberation War, Jamaat-e-Islami and its student wing, Islami Chhatra Sangha, collaborated with the Pakistani military. As Shibir is a rebranded version of Chhatra Sangha, the student party holds them morally responsible for Madhuda’s killing. The statement declared that Shibir’s press conference at Madhur Canteen was an insult to his memory.

As part of the special operation Devil Hunt, RAB-1 seized 1,751 bottles of Phensedyl in Tongi and arrested six individuals, including a leader of the ruling Awami League’s women’s wing. All detainees are involved in drug trafficking.

The arrested individuals are:
• Moyna Begum (58), Joint Convener of Ward 56 Awami Mohila League
• Md. Sabuj (37)
• Md. Sujon (26)
• Md. Shahin (30)
• Md. Delwar (43)
• Md. Russell (40)

According to an official statement, RAB conducted a raid on Saturday night at multiple secret drug hideouts in Tongi’s Bank Field area. During the operation, Awami League leader Moyna Begum and the other five suspects were apprehended. Based on information provided by the detainees, further searches were conducted, leading to the seizure of 1,751 bottles of Phensedyl.

In a Facebook post on Sunday afternoon, Engineer Ishraq Hossain declared that no local government elections would take place as long as he is alive. He wrote, “First, fight me in the heart of Dhaka—South Dhaka. Send me to my grave, and only then can you try.” He further warned, “Think a hundred times before allowing fascism to take root in the area. Before anything else, the dismissed commission members and Hasina’s killer gangs must face justice, be punished, and be eradicated.”
Ishraq also cautioned that an election without party symbols would lead to the rise of Sheikh Hasina’s ruthless and inhumane forces. He reaffirmed his support for his party’s stance during this critical time.

On Sunday evening, Nahid Islam met with the Chief Adviser at his residence in Jamuna, sparking speculation about his resignation. However, sources from the Chief Adviser’s office confirmed that he has not stepped down. Nahid was not the only one in the meeting; several other advisers were present as well. Previously, Nahid had announced his plans to join a new student political group, stating that he would resign before doing so, likely by the end of February. Government insiders suggest that Nahid may formally submit his resignation during the upcoming weekly advisers’ meeting.

Former State Minister for Home Affairs, Lutfozzaman Babar, is finally returning to his home in Madan, Netrokona, after 17 years. His long-awaited return has sparked major preparations by the district BNP, with celebrations resembling a festive occasion. Supporters and party members are filled with joy. Babar, who served three terms as an MP from Netrokona-4, was also the State Minister for Home Affairs under the Khaleda Zia-led government. He was released from prison on January 16 after serving 17 years and later fell ill in Dubai while performing Umrah. Following his treatment and the completion of his pilgrimage, Babar is finally returning home.

A BNP delegation, led by Abdul Moin Khan, is set to visit China at the invitation of the Communist Party of China. The delegation will leave Dhaka on Monday for a 13-day visit, returning on March 6. Central General Secretary of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal, Nasir Uddin, confirmed that the delegation would include Abdul Moin Khan, Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anni, Kaiser Kamal, Shahidul Islam Babul, Nurul Islam Nayon, Rajib Ahsan, Nasir Uddin Nasir, and Rukhsana Khondkar. Representatives from allied parties include Mahmudur Rahman Manna, Saiful Haque, Muhammad Rashed Khan, Fariduzzaman Farhad, Maulana Ataullah Amin, Babi Hajjaj, and Syed Ehsanul Huda.

Bilkis Jahan Shireen, BNP leader, has accused political opponents of plotting conspiracies against her since the fall of the fascist government. In a recent press conference, Shireen denied claims regarding a 10 crore taka pond in Barisal, calling them false and fabricated. She stated her family has legitimate ownership of the land for over 70 years and rejected all allegations. Shireen believes the media is being used to tarnish her image and destroy her political career through deliberate misinformation.

Voting in Germany’s parliamentary elections began at 8 a.m. local time on Sunday and will continue until 6 p.m. Nearly 60 million voters will choose their representatives for the next four years. According to BBC, this election could have a significant impact on the country’s future in European politics. Preliminary results are expected to be released after 6 p.m. Surveys indicate that immigration is the biggest issue for the German public, with 37% of people considering it a top concern—an increase of 14% from last month. The election is also crucial due to concerns about the economic downturn and rising violence. However, there are fears regarding the rise of right-wing politics. Due to a decline in popularity for current Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) and Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck (Green Party), CDU-CSU leader Friedrich Merz is currently leading the race.

Election Commissioner Md. Anwarul Islam has announced that the national election schedule will be set with December 2025 in mind. The commission aims to start full preparations by July-August. Typically, election schedules are announced 45-55 days in advance, and the EC is working independently without external influence. Discussions are ongoing about local elections coinciding with national polls, but no final decision has been made. The commission assures a timely schedule announcement and a swift election process while ensuring transparency and fairness.

The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement has accused a certain group of deliberately attempting to disrupt unity and peaceful coexistence by inciting religious sentiments. In a statement on Sunday, Rafiqul Islam said that Bangladesh has long been a shining example of communal harmony. “Our culture, traditions, and values are built on mutual respect and coexistence among people of all religions,” he stated.

The statement further alleged that a particular faction has recently been engaging in deliberate religious provocations to undermine this unity. “Especially, offensive remarks and campaigns against Islam, Allah, and the Prophet (PBUH) are attacking our social harmony,” it added. Terming the situation as unfortunate, the movement has urged the government to take action and ensure justice.

Investigations have revealed that outsiders linked to Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) and Jubo Dal were responsible for shooting students during clashes at Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET) over the demand to ban student politics. A gunman wearing a black helmet and pants was spotted firing at KUET students from an alley near Khan Jahan Ali Hall. Several JCD and Jubo Dal activists involved in the attack have been identified, and their photos have been posted publicly. Meanwhile, students continue protests with a six-point demand.

The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing for March 2 on the government and Anti-Corruption Commission’s (ACC) appeal against the High Court’s acquittal of BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia in the Zia Charitable Trust corruption case. Previously sentenced to seven years in prison, Zia was cleared by the High Court, prompting an appeal. Her legal team insists they will fight the case legally, reaffirming her innocence.

The Supreme Court has scheduled the review hearing of ATM Azharul Islam, the former acting Secretary General of Jamaat-e-Islami, for Tuesday. Azhar was sentenced to death for crimes against humanity committed during the 1971 war. The Attorney General confirmed that his review petition, originally listed for hearing on February 20, was postponed and will now be addressed. Jamaat leader Shafiqul Rahman has warned that if Azhar is not released, he will voluntarily surrender in court on February 25.