The Bangladesh Parliament has introduced three bills to repeal ordinances issued during the caretaker government concerning the Supreme Court Secretariat, judicial appointments, and the National Human Rights Commission. Law Minister Asaduzzaman presented the bills separately on Monday, with discussions expected later in the week. The bills aim to nullify caretaker-era decrees and reinstate the 2009 law governing the Human Rights Commission.

During the session, confusion arose when the Law Minister mistakenly introduced the wrong bill, leading to one bill being presented multiple times while another was not introduced at all. The Speaker and Deputy Speaker addressed the procedural errors, and the minister acknowledged the mistake. Opposition members raised objections to the Supreme Court-related bills, citing dissent notes in the special committee.

In the same session, Parliament passed seven other bills, including amendments to the Representation of the People Order and the Voter List Act, without debate. The legislative push is part of a broader effort to regularize 133 ordinances issued under the caretaker administration before the April 9 deadline.

The government of Bangladesh has declared a general holiday on April 9, 2026, in areas under two constituencies—Bogura-6 and Sherpur-3—where by-elections will be held. The Ministry of Public Administration issued a notification on April 1 announcing the decision, which was made under the authority of the Rules of Business 1996. The holiday will apply only to the respective electoral areas on the day of voting.

According to the notification, the decision was taken based on a request from the Bangladesh Election Commission Secretariat. The by-elections are being held to fill two vacant parliamentary seats. The Bogura-6 seat became vacant after BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman, who had won both Bogura-6 and Dhaka-17 in the 13th national election on February 12, chose to retain Dhaka-17. The Sherpur-3 seat remained vacant after the death of the Jamaat-e-Islami candidate before the February election, leading to the postponement of voting there.

Voting in both constituencies is scheduled for April 9, 2026, with the declared holiday intended to facilitate voter participation.

The Bangladesh National Parliament has decided to conduct two daily sittings starting Tuesday to meet the constitutional requirement of converting 133 ordinances, issued during the interim government, into laws. The first session will begin at 10:30 a.m. and adjourn at noon, while the second will start at 3:30 p.m. and continue into the night. The decision was announced by Chief Whip Nurul Islam following an emergency meeting of the Business Advisory Committee on Monday.

Nurul Islam explained that all 133 ordinances must be passed by April 9. He expressed regret that copies of all bills could not be distributed earlier due to time constraints. He added that bills already agreed upon in special committees would be passed immediately, while those with dissent notes or proposed amendments would be presented separately by the next day. According to parliamentary sources, nine ordinances have already been passed, including seven on April 6, with three more introduced the same day.

The move to hold two sessions daily aims to ensure completion of the legislative process before the April 12 constitutional deadline for final decisions on the ordinances.

Former Speaker of Bangladesh’s National Parliament, Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chowdhury, was arrested early Tuesday morning from her residence after remaining out of public view for 20 months. According to reports, she was detained by the Detective Branch (DB) police around 4:30 a.m. She had gone into hiding on August 5, 2024, amid mass protests and an uprising that led to the fall of the previous government.

Sources indicated that during her disappearance, Chowdhury was under strict government surveillance and lived with her husband and younger son. She had resigned from her position as Speaker on September 2, 2024, though questions persisted about whether the resignation was voluntary. Allegations also surfaced that she applied for an e-passport while in hiding, possibly to leave the country. Chowdhury faces a murder case filed in Rangpur related to the July 2024 uprising, in which former minister Tipu Munshi is already in custody.

Following her arrest, she was taken to the DB office on Minto Road in Dhaka. Authorities may show her arrested in the ongoing murder case, which would require her appearance before a Rangpur court.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has strongly condemned the arrest of Bibi Sawda, a female activist of the Bhola Municipality Women’s Jamaat-e-Islami. In a Facebook post on Tuesday morning, he described the treatment of Sawda as a message of neo-fascism, accusing those in power of silencing dissenting voices to hide their failures.

Earlier, Jamaat Assistant Secretary General Advocate Moyazzem Hossain Helal issued a statement on Monday night expressing deep concern and protest over the arrest, which took place at Sawda’s home around 11 p.m. on April 5. He said law enforcement officials cited “higher orders” as the reason for the arrest, calling it inhumane and undemocratic. Helal noted that Sawda has a three-year-old speech-impaired child who depends on her care.

Helal demanded Sawda’s unconditional release and urged authorities to ensure a humane and democratic environment in the country, stating that such actions contradict the public’s expectations following the 2026 election.

US President Donald Trump has sharply reacted to reports that Iran plans to impose tolls on ships passing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Responding to a journalist’s question, Trump said Iran would not be allowed to collect any tolls and asserted that the United States could do so instead if necessary. He claimed that the US holds dominance in the region and therefore has the right to collect tolls. Analysts noted that such a move could require establishing military control over the strait.

Trump also issued a stern warning to Iran, threatening that the country could be “destroyed overnight” if no agreement is reached by the set deadline. He stated that Iran must reach a deal by 8 p.m. Washington time on Tuesday. Iran, however, rejected the pressure, saying it would not accept any temporary ceasefire and would only agree to a deal ensuring a permanent halt to attacks and compensation for war damages.

Earlier, Trump had said Iran was offered an acceptable deal, but Tehran’s rejection of the ceasefire proposal has further complicated the situation.

US President Donald Trump sharply criticized NATO and key allied nations for failing to support the United States in the ongoing war with Iran. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, April 6, he described NATO as a “paper tiger” and named Australia, Japan, and South Korea as countries that provided no assistance. Trump expressed frustration that despite the US maintaining large troop deployments to protect its allies, they did not reciprocate during this conflict.

He reminded reporters that 50,000 US troops are stationed in Japan and 45,000 in South Korea to defend those nations, yet they have not stood by the United States in its time of need. His remarks reflected growing anger over what he sees as an imbalance in alliance commitments.

Trump also claimed that the US military has plans capable of destroying Iran’s bridges and power plants within hours but emphasized that Washington does not wish to take such extreme action.

Former Speaker of the National Parliament Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury was detained by the Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Police (DB) early Tuesday morning. According to the report, the detention took place around 5 a.m. at a residence on Road 8/A in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. Dhaka Metropolitan Police spokesperson Deputy Commissioner A.N.M. Nasir Uddin confirmed the detention and said she is currently being held at the DB office. He added that further details would be provided later.

The DB has not yet issued any official statement regarding the specific case or reason for her detention. Joint Commissioner (DB) Nasirul Islam stated that she was detained from the house of her relative, Arif Mahmud Masud. Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury served as Speaker of the National Parliament for over a decade, first elected on April 30, 2013. She reportedly went into hiding after August 5, 2024, following a student and public uprising, and had not been seen publicly since then.

Authorities have not disclosed what legal or investigative process will follow her detention.

Iran’s Ambassador to Bangladesh, Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi, stated in an interview on April 5 that Tehran is fully prepared to support Bangladesh in energy security, deep-sea mineral exploration, and advanced technology cooperation. He said Iran views Bangladesh’s recent political transition and the leadership of Tarique Rahman positively, expressing hope that the country will pursue an independent foreign policy and play a constructive role in Muslim world unity.

The ambassador emphasized Iran’s willingness to collaborate in oil and gas exploration, refinery establishment, and emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, stem cell research, and medical science. He also confirmed discussions with Bangladesh’s energy minister regarding safe passage for Bangladeshi ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Jahanabadi criticized U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran, linking them to global economic disruptions, including fuel shortages in Bangladesh.

He urged Bangladesh to use its diplomatic ties with the United States to promote peace and discourage the use of regional bases for military aggression. The envoy concluded by reaffirming Iran’s commitment to stand by Bangladesh during crises and strengthen bilateral friendship.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei issued a written statement following the assassination of Majid Khademi, the intelligence chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The message condemned the killing and blamed the United States and Israel for the attack. Israel has confirmed that Khademi was targeted. Khamenei reiterated that the deaths of commanders would not disrupt the ideals of Iran’s forces, emphasizing the large number of their members. Several IRGC commanders have been killed since the war began on February 28.

The report noted that multiple written statements have recently been released under Mojtaba Khamenei’s name, but he has not been seen publicly or on Iranian state television since succeeding his father about a month ago. Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Mojtaba might be dead or in poor condition due to his absence. Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva said the absence was for security reasons, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi insisted that Khamenei was healthy and fully in control of the situation.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that American authorities are trying to identify the person who leaked information to the media about a second U.S. pilot reportedly detained in Iran. According to Trump, Iran was unaware of the second pilot’s location until the news was published, which made the rescue operation significantly more difficult.

Trump said the media outlet that published the report would be asked to reveal the source of the leak. He warned that failure to cooperate could lead to legal consequences. The president emphasized that the search for the leaker was being taken very seriously and that the government would approach the media company directly to demand disclosure in the interest of national security.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not provide further details about the pilot’s condition or the ongoing rescue efforts.

Prediction markets tracking U.S. political outcomes saw a sharp rise this weekend in bets suggesting President Donald Trump could be removed from office under the 25th Amendment. The surge followed escalating conflict with Iran and widespread criticism of Trump’s recent social media comments, which drew attention to his handling of the crisis. According to Newsweek, trading volume increased on Kalshi, a regulated prediction platform, as users speculated on whether cabinet-level action might be taken to declare the president unfit for duty.

Kalshi’s contract titled “Will the 25th Amendment be used during Trump’s presidency?” saw the price of “Yes” shares climb from 28.6 percent to 35.1 percent, the second-highest level since his second term began. The market initially opened in January 2025 at 15 percent “Yes.” The rise coincided with controversy over Trump’s posts about Iran, including threats targeting civilian infrastructure. Senator Chris Murphy urged the cabinet to consider invoking the amendment, calling Trump’s remarks “completely, utterly unbalanced.”

Analysts expect Kalshi’s market to remain volatile as long as global tensions and domestic criticism persist, with prices likely to fluctuate alongside developments in the Iran conflict.

U.S. President Donald Trump spoke to reporters at the White House about Iran, issuing a series of strong statements. He threatened renewed attacks on Iran’s bridges, power plants, and other civilian infrastructure, warning of actions that could amount to war crimes. Trump also said that if he had the opportunity, he would seize Iran’s vast oil reserves to generate significant revenue.

Trump criticized Americans who oppose war, calling them “fools,” while asserting that his “Make America Great Again” supporters remain firmly behind him. He further claimed that his administration had sent guns to anti-government protesters in Iran, though he did not specify which group received them.

The president declared that his ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz was final, describing Tehran’s response to U.S. proposals as “important” but “not good enough.” The remarks, reported by Al Jazeera, underscore escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.

The Bangladesh Parliament will begin holding two sessions daily starting Tuesday, according to Chief Whip Nurul Islam. The first session will start at 10:30 a.m. and adjourn at noon, while the second will begin at 3:30 p.m. and continue into the night. The decision was made at an emergency meeting of the parliamentary business advisory committee. The move aims to expedite legislative work before the April 9 deadline.

Chief Whip Nurul Islam explained that 133 ordinances must be passed by April 9, prompting the decision for extended sittings. He also noted that due to time constraints, copies of all bills could not be distributed in advance and expressed regret for the inconvenience. The Chief Whip added that bills already agreed upon in special committees would be passed first, while those with dissent notes or amendments would be presented separately by the following day.

If necessary, parliamentary sessions may also be held on Friday to ensure completion of the legislative agenda within the limited timeframe.

The Bangladesh Parliament has decided to conduct its sittings in two daily sessions starting Tuesday to meet the constitutional requirement of converting 133 ordinances issued by the interim government into laws. The announcement was made during the 13th National Parliament session on Monday, with Chief Whip Nurul Islam outlining the schedule and purpose of the extended sittings.

According to the Chief Whip, the first session will begin at 10:30 a.m. and the second at 3:30 p.m. To expedite the legislative process, Thursday’s Private Members’ Day has been canceled to prioritize government bills. He also noted that the Parliament is prepared to continue its sessions on Friday if necessary to complete the legislative workload.

The decision reflects the urgency to fulfill constitutional obligations within a limited timeframe, ensuring that all 133 ordinances are formally enacted into law without delay.