Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury announced that the government plans to introduce a unified expatriate card, which will replace the existing BMET card. Speaking at a briefing at the ministry on Tuesday, he said the goal is to enable all necessary services through one card instead of multiple ones.

According to the ministry, the card will be available to all expatriates, including those living in Europe and Latin America. The minister explained that the card will function like a credit card, with applications processed through a dedicated cell for verification. Although the facilities are not yet finalized, the card is expected to include features for currency management, remittance benefits, and digital identity tracking.

The minister added that discussions are ongoing with the Land Ministry to allow expatriates to access land-related services using the card. Plans are also being considered to give cardholders priority in hospitals and other service areas. State Minister Nurul Haque, Secretary Mokhtar Hossain, and senior officials attended the briefing.

A clash between two factions of the Chhatra Dal in Brahmanpara upazila of Cumilla left an organizational secretary candidate hospitalized on Monday evening. The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. at Asadnagar College Gate in Malapara Union. The injured, Mohiuddin Bhuiyan Afnan, is a candidate for the post of organizational secretary of the union unit, while the alleged attacker, Jewel Rana, is a candidate for the convenor post.

According to local sources, the dispute began during an Eid reunion event at Asadnagar College field, where Jewel Rana introduced himself as a former convenor and was interrupted by Mohiuddin. Although a central leader mediated the disagreement, tensions resurfaced later that evening when Jewel Rana called upazila convenor Didarul Alam to the college gate. Didarul allegedly slapped and beat Mohiuddin, who was later admitted to Brahmanpara Upazila Health Complex.

Police said no formal complaint had been received as of the report’s publication, but they would investigate if one is filed.

Jamaat-e-Islami’s Dhaka North Ameer and mayoral candidate Mohammad Selim Uddin stated that every child has the right to grow up safely and beautifully. He urged affluent and conscious citizens to stand beside underprivileged children, emphasizing that only through such collective effort can a humane and welfare-oriented society be built. He said Jamaat-e-Islami is working to ensure a safe future for street children.

He made these remarks on Tuesday morning while attending the 'Ichchhepuron' program during an Eid reunion in Uttara, Dhaka. In memory of the late child Ramisa, he distributed new post-Eid currency notes among more than a hundred street children. Selim Uddin said Ramisa’s untimely death deeply saddened everyone, and this initiative was taken to bring smiles to disadvantaged children in her memory.

He also announced plans to build welfare-oriented residential schools for underprivileged children in various parts of the city. The street children expressed joy upon receiving the new money and gratitude toward the organizers.

According to a report by Axios, U.S. President Donald Trump called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'crazy' and said 'everyone hates him' during a phone conversation about Israel’s planned military escalation in Lebanon. The report states that Trump was angered by Netanyahu’s decision to expand operations in southern Lebanon and warned him against launching a major strike on Beirut, arguing it could harm Israel’s global standing and increase its isolation.

Citing U.S. officials, Axios reported that Trump expressed concern that the growing Lebanon conflict could undermine efforts to stabilize the Middle East and negatively affect ongoing diplomatic talks involving Iran. He also opposed a plan to destroy an entire building to target a Hezbollah commander, citing potential civilian casualties. Following the call, an Israeli official said Israel had backed away from a planned strike in Beirut.

Trump later described the discussion as productive, saying Israel had taken steps to control the situation. Netanyahu, however, characterized the exchange as a warning rather than restraint, reaffirming that Israel would continue its operations in southern Lebanon if Hezbollah attacks persisted.

The government of Bangladesh has reassigned five additional secretaries to various departments as part of an administrative reshuffle. According to separate notifications issued by the Ministry of Public Administration on Monday night, a new director general has been appointed for the Directorate General of Family Planning.

Zinnat Rehana, previously attached to the Roads and Highways Department, has been appointed as the new director general of the Family Planning Directorate on deputation. Fazlur Rahman, an additional secretary from the Ministry of Religious Affairs, has been made the new managing director of the Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority, with his service placed under the ICT Division.

Additionally, Rashida Ferdous from the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism has been transferred to the Ministry of Agriculture, Abdur Rahim Khan from the Ministry of Commerce to the Ministry of Labour and Employment, and Badrun Nahar from the Secondary and Higher Education Division to the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism.

Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews staged nationwide protests in Israel on June 2, blocking major roads and railways to oppose mandatory military conscription. According to an Associated Press report, the demonstrations paralyzed highways in Jerusalem and the Tel Aviv metropolitan area, halting public transport due to large crowds. Protesters carried placards condemning the government and rejecting Zionist military service.

The protests come as Israel faces a severe shortage of soldiers amid ongoing conflicts on multiple fronts. Historically, ultra-Orthodox groups secured exemptions from military service, allowing their followers to pursue religious studies instead. However, these exemptions are now under threat as the Israeli military considers extending the duration of compulsory service to address manpower shortages.

Currently, most Jewish men in Israel are required to serve about three years in the military, followed by reserve duties, while Jewish women serve two years. The potential policy changes have intensified tensions between the government and ultra-Orthodox communities.

A commentary published in the Bangladeshi newspaper Amar Desh on June 2, 2026, alleges that former Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Hasina, described as a fugitive convicted of serious crimes, is currently living secretly in New Delhi. The article claims India granted her refuge out of gratitude for her past alignment with Indian interests and to use her as a political tool against Bangladesh. It further asserts that recent interviews attributed to Hasina in Indian media reflect India’s stance rather than her own verified statements.

The piece argues that Hasina’s political relevance in Bangladesh has ended following recent elections, which it says were participatory and shifted support toward the opposition. It accuses Indian media and pro-Hasina groups of attempting to keep her politically visible as Bangladesh’s new government pursues independent foreign and defense policies that may not align with India’s preferences.

The article concludes that India’s efforts to influence Bangladeshi politics through Hasina and sympathetic voices could create challenges for the current government if not carefully managed.

The election for the presidency of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly is taking place today at the UN headquarters in New York. Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman is contesting against Cyprus’s Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Andreas S. Kakouris. The vote is scheduled for 10 a.m. local time. The position is allocated to the Asia-Pacific Group under the UN’s regional rotation policy, and although geographically in Europe, Cyprus belongs to that group diplomatically.

Bangladesh has received formal support from several countries, including Brazil, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, Gambia, and Libya. The country is contesting for this post after nearly four decades, following its previous win in 1986. Officials said Bangladesh intensified diplomatic efforts in the final hours, though limited campaign time posed challenges compared to Cyprus’s year-long promotion.

Diplomats and observers are closely watching the vote, which will be conducted by secret ballot. If elected, Dr. Khalilur Rahman would become one of the most influential voices in the 193-member body, offering Bangladesh a platform to shape global discussions on peace, sustainable development, climate action, and governance.

Bangladeshi Hindu community leaders have strongly criticized recent remarks by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, accusing him of making inflammatory statements against Muslims and lower-caste Hindus. They urged him to refrain from interfering in Bangladesh’s affairs and to avoid religious provocation. Despite his comments, Eid-ul-Azha was celebrated peacefully across northern Bangladesh in an atmosphere of communal harmony.

Representatives from the Hindu Welfare Trust, Hindu Buddhist Christian Welfare Front, and local business leaders said Adhikari’s actions since taking office have led to oppression of Indian Muslims and marginalized Hindus, particularly around the issue of cattle slaughter during Eid. They emphasized that Bangladeshi Hindus do not support such persecution and maintain close cooperation with Muslims in livestock trade and religious observance.

Community figures from Rangpur and other northern border districts confirmed that Adhikari’s rhetoric has had no impact on Bangladesh’s interfaith relations. They reaffirmed that people of all religions continue to celebrate their festivals together peacefully, upholding the country’s tradition of religious coexistence.

Chapainawabganj District Council Administrator Harunur Rashid sparked controversy after alleging that all current district BNP leaders are secretly affiliated with Jamaat-e-Islami and did not vote for their own party during elections. He made the comments on Saturday while addressing a discussion and prayer event organized by the district Chhatra Dal to mark the 45th martyrdom anniversary of former President Ziaur Rahman. Harunur Rashid urged the BNP chairperson to investigate the matter, claiming that those in leadership positions had supported Jamaat instead of BNP candidates.

When contacted on Monday, Harunur Rashid confirmed that he stood by his earlier remarks and declined to elaborate further. His comments drew sharp condemnation from district BNP leaders. Member Secretary Rafiqul Islam (Rafiq Chinese) dismissed Harun’s claims as personal opinions, asserting that the current committee, formed in 2021 under Tarique Rahman’s direction, has been active in political movements. He countered that Harun himself had praised the ruling Awami League in parliament and was rejected by voters in the last election.

Other district BNP leaders also rejected Harun’s allegations, insisting that the party operates transparently and follows Ziaur Rahman’s ideals.

Iranian Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has warned that Tehran will suspend its ongoing dialogue with the United States if Israeli aggression and attacks in Lebanon persist. He issued the warning during a phone conversation on Monday with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.

Ghalibaf confirmed the statement in a post on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. In the post, he emphasized that if what he called the crimes of the Zionist regime in Lebanon continue, Iran will not only halt the negotiation process but will also stand firmly against them. He concluded his message by expressing solidarity between the peoples of Iran and Lebanon, calling for the longevity of resistance and homeland defense.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, highlights Iran’s firm stance linking its diplomatic engagement with Washington to developments in Lebanon, underscoring Tehran’s alignment with Beirut amid escalating regional tensions.

Inqilab Mancha has announced a special absentee funeral prayer and doa in memory of those killed by the Rakkhi Bahini after Bangladesh’s independence. The event will also honor women who suffered brutal torture during that period. According to the announcement, the program will take place today, Tuesday, at 3 p.m. at Shaheed Osman Hadi Square in front of the National Museum in Shahbagh, Dhaka.

The organization issued a statement on Monday night inviting people across the country to join the event. The statement said the prayer will seek forgiveness for the souls of the freedom fighters and other citizens killed by the Rakkhi Bahini, and remembrance for the women who were victims of sexual violence during that time.

The event aims to commemorate the victims and raise public awareness of the suffering endured by many Bangladeshis in the post-independence period.

The youth wing of the National Citizens Party (NCP), Jatiya Yuvashakti, organized a 'hurricane march' in Dhaka on Monday evening to protest what it called an unbearable increase in fuel prices. The procession began at Banglamotor and ended near the Paribagh petrol pump in Shahbagh. During a brief address after the march, Yuvashakti President Tarikul Islam accused the government of betraying its earlier promise not to raise fuel prices and criticized the timing of the latest hike during the Eid holidays.

Tarikul Islam alleged that the government’s decisions favor the wealthy areas of Gulshan and Banani while neglecting ordinary citizens. He further claimed that corruption in the energy sector continues under the current administration, similar to previous governments. Islam also criticized the Prime Minister for focusing on public relations rather than addressing citizens’ hardships.

Referring to the takeover of Islami Bank, he urged the post-July uprising government to engage with opposition parties on national issues and accused it of suppressing dissent. Other central and city leaders of Yuvashakti, including General Secretary Engineer Farhad Sohel, also spoke at the event.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has commented on a proposal seeking approval for Chattogram City Corporation Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain and five officials to visit Florida, USA, to observe innovative mosquito control programs. The proposal, funded by foreign firm Valent BioSciences LLC, was submitted by the Local Government Division to the Prime Minister’s Office for approval.

In his written observation, the Prime Minister stated that there is no need to travel to Florida to learn mosquito control methods, suggesting that spending a few hours beside local ponds in the evening could yield innovative ideas. His remark has sparked wide discussion across social media and administrative circles, with many interpreting it as a call to reassess the necessity and public value of foreign trips by government officials.

According to relevant sources, the Local Government Division will take necessary steps regarding the final decision on the proposed visit.

A 70-foot statue of footballer Lionel Messi was removed from Lake Town, Kolkata, following claims by the state’s Public Works Department and Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul that its foundation bolts had loosened during a storm, posing safety risks. The statue, unveiled last December in Messi’s presence, had become a symbol of pride for sports-loving Bengalis. Authorities said it was taken down by crane to prevent accidents.

However, the removal has sparked criticism and questions among citizens about why the statue was not repaired instead of being completely removed. The report suggests that this action reflects a broader pattern of demolition and eviction under the current BJP government, which has been accused of prioritizing destruction over maintenance or improvement of existing structures.

Officials stated that the statue is currently in the custody of the Public Works Department and may later be relocated to Rabindra Sarobar or Eco Park, though the plan remains uncertain.