At an event in front of the National Press Club on Tuesday, Mahmudur Rahman Manna, President of Nagorik Oikya, emphasized the need for national unity in the fight for democracy and freedom. He stated that the nation must overcome division and hostility to remain united in the long run. He assured that efforts to change the country have already begun. The event was a symbolic hunger strike organized by the families of those killed and injured during the 2024 mass uprising, demanding proper medical treatment and state rehabilitation for the wounded. After three hours of fasting, Manna, as the chief guest, ended the strike by offering water to the protesters.

During the mass uprising, Abdul Mannan served as the Superintendent of Police (SP) in Sylhet. Allegations surfaced that he allowed members of the Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) to store weapons in his office. Last Friday, the Rangpur Metropolitan Police arrested Abdul Mannan, who was then serving as SP of the Rangpur Range. He was later presented before a Sylhet court and placed in custody. Mannan has also been accused of being involved in a promotion trading scheme. On August 4, six people were killed by law enforcement gunfire in Sylhet’s Gopalganj Upazila, which was under his jurisdiction. He is also alleged to have been involved in land fraud and acting as an armed protector for the BCL.

Natore’s Bagatipara Upazila saw the midnight arrest of Sohel Rana, the local Chhatra Dal convener, for his alleged involvement in a gun attack on the house of former BNP leader Rashid Chowdhury. The attack, which occurred on December 16, involved multiple rounds of gunfire. Police recovered two live rounds and seven spent shells from the scene. Rana’s arrest comes 56 days after the incident.

Speaking from Adiala Jail on February 10, former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan criticized the judiciary, government, and state institutions, claiming that democracy in Pakistan has collapsed. He reportedly conveyed his concerns in a letter to the military, condemning increasing attacks on free speech. Rejecting the legitimacy of the current administration, he labeled the president, prime minister, and ministers as "fraudulent," asserting that the media is controlled and public gatherings are restricted.

A protest march led by Tongi East Thana Jubo Dal convenor Akbar Hossain Faruk demanded the arrest and trial of deposed fascist Sheikh Hasina and her associates. The march, which traversed key points along the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway, concluded at Station Road, where a brief rally was held. Speakers at the event reiterated their demand for her immediate arrest.

In Chapainawabganj's Bholahat Upazila, a football tournament witnessed an unusual sight: a police officer, an Awami League leader, and BNP leaders sharing the same stage. The presence of former Upazila Chairman and Awami League Organizing Secretary Rabbul Hossain, along with BNP district committee members Mozammel Haque and Abu Hanif, alongside the Officer-in-Charge (OC), sparked widespread discussion. Organizers clarified that there is no party-based government at the moment and sought cooperation from all political groups to make the competition a success.

Mojibur Rahman Manju, chairman of the Amar Bangladesh (AB) Party, stated that students and the public demand systemic political reforms, not just a change in leadership. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, he said that before public frustration reaches its peak, the interim government must prove its competence and responsibility. He acknowledged that the administration had faced over 150 protests, floods allegedly caused by an Indian conspiracy, sectarian violence, and widespread corruption in the past six months. While commending the government for handling these crises, he also stressed that proactive measures like ‘Operation Devil Hunt’ and a political coordination team should have been implemented sooner.

In a continued crackdown under ‘Operation Devil Hunt,’ Gazipur police arrested 81 individuals—69 from the metropolitan area and 12 in the district. Police Commissioner Dr. Nazmul Karim Khan stated that these arrests followed the attack on students at AKM Mozammel Haque’s residence. Over the past four days, authorities have detained a total of 335 individuals: 16 on Saturday, 65 on Sunday, 100 on Monday night, 73 on Monday daytime, and 81 on Tuesday. Police claim that those arrested are affiliates of the ruling party, involved in suppressing dissent.

Thirteen years have passed since the brutal murder of journalist couple Sagar Sarowar and Meherun Runi, yet justice remains elusive. The investigation report has been postponed 115 times, and four different agencies have taken over the case. A high-powered task force, led by the PBI chief, has been formed to expedite the probe. Allegations suggest that for six years, no investigation was conducted before the case was handed over to the PBI. The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), which previously handled the case, only sought extensions without making progress. Meanwhile, Sagar and Runi’s family continues to wait in exhaustion. The couple was murdered on February 11, 2012. However, the interim government has now pledged to accelerate the judicial process.

Despite no official election date being set, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has begun preparations for the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Elections. The party has preliminarily announced 100 potential MP candidates across 21 districts. However, Jamaat Ameer Shafiqur Rahman clarified that these are not final candidates but a shortlist, with official nominations to be announced later. He also emphasized the need for electoral reforms to ensure a fair election, warning that without such measures, the election could turn into a political genocide.

As part of "Operation Devil Hunt," police have arrested six Awami League leaders in Sunamganj, including two Union Parishad Chairmen. The detainees are Saktar Mia (Chairman, Shalla Union Parishad), Bishwajit Chowdhury Nantu (Chairman, Bahara Union Parishad), Jalil Mia (President, Ward Awami League, Tahirpur Upazila), Kawsar Ahmed (Former Organizing Secretary, Banned Chhatra League, Dirai Government College Branch), Jamal Ahmed (Joint Convener, Banned Chhatra League, Chhatak Upazila), and Shafiqul Islam (Member, Doarabazar Upazila Awami League Convening Committee). Police stated that they were arrested for involvement in sabotage and anti-state conspiracies.

Police have arrested three Awami League leaders closely associated with A.K.M. Mozammel Haque for allegedly aiding the attack on anti-discrimination student protesters in Gazipur. A DMP press release confirmed that the arrests were made based on confidential intelligence. The detained individuals are Shariful Islam Tarun (Vice President, Kaliganj Upazila Awami League, and former UP Chairman), Badruzzaman Khan (President, Muktarpur Union Awami League), and Abdul Gani Bhuiyan (Vice President, Kaliganj Upazila Awami League).

BNP Standing Committee Member Nazrul Islam Khan has stated that for the past 15 years, workers have continuously fought and sacrificed in various movements, yet their contributions remain unrecognized. Speaking at a meeting of the Workers and Employees Unity Council at the National Press Club, he emphasized the need to awaken a sense of responsibility within the ruling government, which he accused of being built on the blood of the oppressed. He reiterated that the struggle of workers is never-ending and urged for a united effort to address their demands. He also called for continued pressure to implement the eight-point demands of workers and employees.

BNP Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has stated that the party fully supports the ongoing reform initiatives, emphasizing the need for peace and stability in the current situation. He also urged for the swift prosecution of those responsible for the repression of the people over the past 15 years. Speaking at a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy on Bailey Road, he highlighted that 125,000 politically motivated cases have been filed against BNP leaders and activists, which he described as harassment. The party has also cautioned against the wrongful persecution of innocent individuals in "Operation Devil Hunt."

Former State Minister for Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs, Dipankar Talukdar, was arrested by DB police from Sobhanbagh, Dhaka, on the evening of February 10. According to DMP Public Relations Officer Talebur Rahman, Dipankar Talukdar is accused in multiple cases, including murder charges related to the anti-discrimination student movement. Police have confirmed that legal proceedings are underway, though details regarding the specific case for which he was arrested remain undisclosed.