Leaders and activists of the Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) held a protest march and rally in Dhaka’s New Market area on Tuesday night, June 24, 2026, opposing the activities of the banned Awami League and its student wing, Chhatra League. The procession began around 10 p.m. from Nilkhet intersection and concluded in front of the main gate of Dhaka College after parading through several streets.

The demonstration was led by Mizanur Rahman Doyal, assistant organizing secretary of the JCD central committee. Leaders from Dhaka College, metropolitan, and local units of the organization participated in the event. During the rally, Doyal warned that if the Awami League attempted to reemerge or create unrest in the country, the JCD would strongly resist such moves.

He added that since its inception, the JCD has stood by the people during national crises and vowed to continue this commitment in the future.

RezauL Hasan Koyes Lodi, chairman of the Sylhet Development Authority and acting president of Sylhet Metropolitan BNP, has reported receiving death threats from unidentified individuals or groups through social media. He confirmed the matter on Tuesday evening, June 23, stating that several Facebook accounts had issued threats against him. Lodi said he verbally informed the Sylhet Metropolitan Police Commissioner and submitted the relevant links, while also filing a report with the Airport Police Station seeking legal action.

Lodi described the threats as alarming, particularly given his role as a political figure engaged in public service. He demanded a proper investigation and swift legal action against those responsible. The threats reportedly came amid recent Facebook criticism of him related to issues surrounding the Hazrat Shahjalal shrine donation box and the transfer of Deputy Commissioner Sarwar Alam.

The incident has sparked significant discussion in both political and administrative circles in Sylhet, highlighting concerns over online intimidation of public officials.

Bangladesh’s law enforcement agencies have thwarted what officials described as a sabotage plan by the banned Awami League and its affiliated organizations. According to the report, extensive security measures were taken across the country on June 23, 2026, surrounding the party’s anniversary. More than 150 Awami League members were arrested nationwide, including at least 26 in Dhaka. The Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner stated that the group had attempted to disrupt law and order, but their plans were neutralized before execution. No major violence or clashes were reported, and normal life continued across the capital.

The government deployed army and Border Guard Bangladesh units alongside regular police, intelligence agencies, and plainclothes officers to maintain order. Surveillance was intensified through CCTV, checkpoints, and drone patrols in key urban areas such as Dhanmondi, Shahbagh, and Motijheel. Intelligence sources said the authorities had been monitoring social media and encrypted communication channels linked to pro-Awami networks in India for weeks. Preventive actions reportedly stopped any organized gatherings or attacks.

Officials indicated that the Awami League’s weakened organizational structure and leadership crisis contributed to its failure to mobilize supporters, while security agencies continue monitoring online propaganda and funding networks.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 26 leaders and activists of the banned Awami League and its affiliated organizations during separate operations across the capital. The arrests were made on Monday, according to a press release issued Tuesday by Additional Deputy Police Commissioner Niaz Mehdi of the DMP’s Media and Public Relations Division.

The statement detailed that arrests took place in several police station areas: two in Ramna, ten in Dhanmondi, one in Bangshal, two in Khilkhet, one in Kadamtali, eight in Mohammadpur, one in Mirpur, and one in Turag. Police said the operations were part of ongoing efforts to maintain public safety and law and order in the city.

Authorities confirmed that legal proceedings against the detainees are underway and that similar operations will continue to ensure stability and prevent unrest in Dhaka.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its affiliated organizations held a protest march in Sitakunda, Chattogram, on Tuesday afternoon to denounce what they described as anarchic actions by the ruling Awami League. The procession began at the northern market of the municipality, moved through major roads, and concluded with a rally in front of the municipal office.

Speakers at the rally said their movement would continue with public support against any attempts to spread misinformation, rumors, or political confusion through social media that could undermine national stability. They also highlighted the political struggle, imprisonment, and organizational contributions of Aslam Chowdhury, former joint secretary general of the BNP and current MP for Sitakunda, emphasizing unity among local BNP and allied groups under his leadership.

Local BNP leaders including Dr. Kamal Kader, Mohammad Morsalin, Zakir Hossain, and several youth wing representatives addressed the gathering, reaffirming their commitment to ongoing political activism in the area.

Former leaders of the Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal, who were denied organizational posts, held a protest march in Dhaka’s Paltan area on Tuesday afternoon. The demonstration began in front of the Paltan First Hotel, passed through Nightingale intersection, and concluded at Paltan Mor. The participants said their goal was to prevent the banned Awami League from creating disorder on the streets.

The protesting leaders declared that they would not allow any attempt by the banned Awami League to cause unrest and would deploy Jubo Dal members in neighborhoods if necessary. Several former leaders of Jubo Dal and Chhatra Dal, including Dulal Hossain, Rafiqul Islam Rafiq, Humayun Kabir, and others, were present at the event.

The rally reflected internal mobilization among BNP-affiliated youth activists amid political restrictions on rival groups, with participants emphasizing vigilance against any street-level disruptions.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has claimed that 10,000 people have been pushed into Bangladesh from temporary shelters in various border districts. He also stated that the process of sending another 1,800 people back to Bangladesh is underway. Adhikari made the remarks on Tuesday, June 23, during the state assembly’s budget session while responding to opposition leader Ritabrata Banerjee.

Adhikari said that the state government is enforcing Indian laws and clarified that those being sent back are illegal entrants, not Indian citizens. He emphasized that government funds should not be used to provide food, clothing, or medicine for illegal immigrants. The Chief Minister further indicated that the state’s policy is to hand over such individuals directly to central agencies like the Border Security Force (BSF) instead of detaining them in state jails.

Highlighting border security measures, Adhikari mentioned that 142.79 acres of land have been handed over to the BSF for border fencing, and the construction of barbed wire fences along 600 kilometers of the border is expected to be completed within the next few months.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Malaysian government and people for the warm reception during his first foreign visit as Bangladesh’s head of government. In a verified Facebook post after concluding his two-day visit to Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday, he described Malaysia’s hospitality as a reflection of the enduring friendship between the two nations.

Rahman stated that his discussions with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed the long-standing bilateral relationship and strengthened both countries’ commitment to broader cooperation, prosperity, and regional progress. He and his wife, Dr. Zubaida Rahman, also thanked Anwar Ibrahim and his spouse, Datuk Seri Dr. Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, for their warm welcome and hospitality.

Highlighting the historical depth of the relationship, Rahman recalled that the bond began decades ago during the leadership of his parents, former President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia. He also expressed appreciation to Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Sultan Iskandar for his courtesy and said he looked forward to working closely with Anwar Ibrahim to further strengthen the multifaceted partnership. Rahman departed Kuala Lumpur for Dalian, China, marking the next leg of his first overseas tour.

Leaders and activists of the BNP and its affiliated organizations held a motorcycle showdown and protest in Dhanbari upazila of Tangail on Tuesday morning. The event was organized to prevent possible acts of sabotage and unrest centering the anniversary of the Awami League, which has been declared a banned political organization. The participants rode through key roads including the Dhaka-Tangail-Joydebpur-Jamalpur highway, chanting slogans and expressing their stance against potential instability.

BNP leaders said they were active in the field to help maintain law and order and to resist any destructive activities. They called on the public to remain alert and to uphold a peaceful environment. The program was attended by local BNP, Jubo Dal, Swechchhasebak Dal, and Chhatra Dal leaders, including Dhanbari BNP president M. Azizur Rahman and general secretary Enamul Haque.

The motorcycle rally and protest ended with brief gatherings at several key points, where leaders pledged to work together against violence, sabotage, and public suffering.

Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) has temporarily suspended its Director of Ports and Transport, AKM Arif Uddin, following allegations of misconduct, corruption, and involvement in a scandalous video with a woman. The suspension order, signed by BIWTA Chairman Md. Muhidul Islam, was issued on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Arif Uddin had previously gained attention for his role in various eviction drives in Dhaka.

According to sources, a video showing Arif Uddin in a compromising situation with a woman recently spread across social media, prompting the decision. The order stated that the incident damaged the authority’s reputation and violated provisions of the BIWTA Employment Regulations, 1990. During the suspension, he will receive subsistence allowance subject to attendance at the administration and human resources department.

The BIWTA administration and human resources director, Md. Saiful Islam, has been assigned additional responsibility for the Ports and Transport Division. The Anti-Corruption Commission is currently investigating at least three corruption complaints against Arif Uddin.

Leaders of Jamaat-e-Islami visited the grave of Shaheed Saifullah Bari, president of the Bonarpara Union unit of Islami Chhatra Shibir, who was killed in a daylight stabbing incident in Gaibandha. The visit took place on Tuesday, where local leaders, social figures, and residents joined in paying respects. They also met with Bari’s bereaved family, expressed condolences, and prayed for his soul.

Speakers at the event described Saifullah Bari as an idealistic, talented, and dedicated young leader whose untimely death brought deep sorrow to the area. They called for a fair investigation to identify and prosecute those responsible. During the meeting, Jamaat leaders assured the family of full support and inquired about their well-being.

Family members urged the authorities to ensure justice and their safety, emphasizing that while the loss cannot be undone, justice through proper trial could uphold fairness. The program concluded with special prayers attended by local dignitaries, party members, and residents.

The National Citizen Party (NCP) held a protest rally and procession in Kurigram on Tuesday evening demanding the trial of the banned Awami League for alleged extrajudicial killings, irregularities, and corruption. The demonstration began at the July Memorial near College Mor and marched through the main streets before concluding with a rally at Doel Chattar.

Speakers at the rally, including district NCP convener Mukul Mia, member secretary Masum Mia, and senior joint convener Mahmudul Hasan Jewel, accused Awami League members of attempting to reemerge publicly and planning subversive activities. They urged the administration to take strict action to stop such activities and called for a permanent ban on the party through legal means. They warned that failure to bring those involved in alleged mass killings to justice could lead to renewed mass movements.

The event saw participation from NCP’s affiliated organizations such as Jubo Shakti, Chhatra Shakti, Sramik Shakti, and Nari Shakti, with over a thousand activists joining the program.

Islamic scholar and Jamaat leader Mufti Ali Hasan Usama stated that the more Jamaat distances itself from Maududi’s ideology, the deeper crisis it will face. He made the remarks on Monday during a program, emphasizing the importance of revisiting Maududi’s original works.

Usama noted that several books included in their syllabus contain translation issues that distort Maududi’s intended meaning. He said that while Maududi’s writings convey one message, the translations often present another, leading to fundamental misunderstandings.

He further explained that such discrepancies are natural but cautioned against blaming the original author for translators’ mistakes. According to him, some people unfairly attribute translation errors to Maududi himself, which he described as an act of injustice.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government is under growing pressure from both the United States and domestic public opinion. The tension has intensified over the government’s stance on confronting Lebanon’s armed group Hezbollah, with Israeli officials repeatedly asserting that the army has full freedom to act against any threats in southern Lebanon. Analysts view these statements as attempts to reassure the public amid rising political uncertainty.

As national elections approach, Israeli leaders are emphasizing their firmness, but Washington is reportedly urging restraint to avoid a major offensive against Hezbollah. Consequently, Israeli authorities are portraying recent operations in southern Lebanon as defensive actions aimed at protecting soldiers’ security. The government’s inability to deliver on long-standing promises to disarm Hezbollah and reduce attacks on northern border communities has fueled public frustration.

This growing dissatisfaction has increased political pressure on Netanyahu’s administration, raising questions about its effectiveness in managing national security and border stability.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahid Uddin Swapon and Water Resources Minister Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie are set to leave Dhaka on Tuesday night to join Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman during his official visit to China. The information was confirmed by BNP Media Cell member Shayrul Kabir Khan, who said the two ministers will accompany the Prime Minister in Beijing as part of his delegation.

According to the BNP Media Cell, the ministers will be involved in several key issues during the visit. With their inclusion, three full ministers are now accompanying the Prime Minister on the China trip, including the Foreign Minister. Tarique Rahman began his overseas tour on Sunday afternoon, first visiting Malaysia at the invitation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim before proceeding directly to China at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

During the China visit, Tarique Rahman will hold bilateral talks with Premier Li Qiang on June 25 and meet President Xi Jinping on June 26. He is also attending the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions (Summer Davos Forum) in Dalian from June 23 to 25, where over 1,700 delegates from more than 90 countries are participating.