Candidates from the BNP’s student wing-supported Abid-Hamim-Mayed panel have taken their oath for the upcoming Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) and hall elections.
The oath ceremony began with the national anthem on Sunday afternoon.
The panel pledged to uphold the country’s independence and sovereignty, promising to build Dhaka University into a safe, modern, democratic, and student-friendly institution.
They vowed to eliminate abusive practices such as “guestroom” and “mass room” culture, ensure women’s safety and empowerment, strengthen cyber security, improve educational standards, and guarantee affordable quality services.

Local BNP activists and residents of Bera upazila staged a blockade on the Dhaka-Pabna highway demanding the reinstatement of the Pabna-1 constituency.
They condemned the redistricting decision, which split Bera upazila and merged it into Pabna-2 with Sujanagar, despite longstanding socio-economic ties with Sathia.
The blockade ended around 1 pm after discussions with law enforcement. Police said they remain prepared to handle any situation.
The EC recently revised Pabna-1 to cover only Sathia upazila, fully merging Bera into Pabna-2.

Krishak Sramik Janata League chief Kader Siddique has clarified that he has no political affiliation with Sheikh Hasina or the Awami League, emphasizing that he left the party 26 years ago to form his own.
“I do not work to rehabilitate the Awami League. Politically, I have no ties with Sheikh Hasina. But I love and respect Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the people of Bangladesh,” he stated.
Following an attack on his residence early Sunday by unidentified assailants, Siddique remarked, “If demolishing my home—like Dhanmondi 32—brings peace to the country, I support it.” He said no party leaders or activists were to blame, but confirmed that a legal case will be filed.
Meanwhile, authorities have imposed Section 144 in Basail, Tangail, to prevent clashes over separate rallies organized under the banners of Kaderia Bahini and a student forum.

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman and Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir have expressed deep sorrow at the death of renowned intellectual, sociologist, and writer Badruddin Umar.
In a condolence message, the BNP leaders recalled Umar as the son of distinguished politician Allama Abul Hashim, an Oxford scholar, and a former Rajshahi University professor who left academia for politics.
They described him as a “living legend of political history” who shaped narratives of the Language Movement, the 1990 mass uprising, and the anti-autocracy movement of July.
“Badruddin Umar was a thoughtful political guardian. His death leaves a void in national politics that cannot be filled,” the statement read.

Election Commissioner Anwarul Islam has asserted that the Election Commission (EC) carried out the redistricting process with the utmost caution and impartiality, leaving no grounds for legal or institutional challenge.
He said the electoral atmosphere remains “100 percent favorable,” with no reports of uncertainty or adverse conditions.
On political party registration, he noted that most reports have been submitted to the EC and a final decision could come within a week. Parties will still have the opportunity to raise objections regarding names before the process is finalized later this month.
Regarding the proposed amendment to the Representation of the People Order (RPO), Anwarul confirmed it was finalized after vetting by the law ministry, adding that any legal conflicts will be adjusted accordingly.

The Nationalist Citizens’ Party (NCP) has launched a new Farmers’ Wing aimed at ensuring farmers’ rights, land reforms, and fair prices for agricultural produce.
The preparatory committee, approved by NCP’s Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patowary, named Azad Khan Bhasani as chief coordinator, with Saeed Ujjal and Hafsa Jahan as joint coordinators.
Other members include agricultural expert Golam Mortuza Selim, Nazmul Hasan Sohag, Nofiul Islam, Fihadur Rahman Dibash, Masud Rana, Masumul Hasan Sojib, and Mahidul Islam.
The wing will operate under the party’s constitution and coordinate with grassroots farmers and organizations to strengthen agricultural activities nationwide.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has expressed profound grief over the death of eminent writer, researcher, and leftist intellectual Badruddin Umar.
In a condolence message, Yunus hailed Umar as a “beacon of progressive thought and free spirit.”
He highlighted Umar’s role in the Language Movement, his scholarship, opposition to colonial mindsets, and dedication to socialist ideals.
Yunus recalled that Umar consistently called for uprisings against fascist and authoritarian regimes and described the July uprising as an unprecedented people’s movement in the subcontinent.
“His writings and philosophy will remain a guiding light for future generations,” Yunus said, calling his passing “an irreparable loss to the nation.”

The prosecution of Tribunal-1 announced Sunday that the investigation into the killing of Golam Nafiz, who was shot dead during the July uprising at Farmgate, is nearing completion.
The tribunal ordered the probe to be finalized by September 28.
Nafiz, a student of Navy College, died after being shot while wearing a Bangladeshi flag tied around his head. He collapsed on a rickshaw while being rushed to the hospital.
Separately, the tribunal directed investigators to complete the probe by October 12 in the Chattogram Wasim murder case, where 15 people, including Fazle Karim Chowdhury, stand accused.

Ahead of the DUCSU elections on September 9, NCP Convener Nahid Islam voiced strong support for Abdul Kader’s candidacy for the Vice President (VP) post.
Nahid wrote that Kader had never been in the spotlight but had consistently worked for movements before and after July’s student uprising. Describing him as a grassroots leader and a “symbol of courage and patriotism,” Nahid expressed hope that Kader would emerge as the true representative of students by overturning existing political equations.

Angry protesters blocked the Dhaka-Sylhet Highway on Sunday, opposing the inclusion of two unions from Brahmanbaria-3 into Brahmanbaria-2 following constituency boundary changes.
The blockade, organized under the banner of the All-Party Struggle Council, began around 11 am at Chandura bus stand, causing a massive traffic jam stretching nearly 10 kilometers.
Leaders alleged that Chandura and Budhanti unions were unfairly shifted as part of a conspiracy, which would bring economic and administrative disadvantages to the area. Protesters demanded that both unions be reinstated in their original constituency.

Renowned writer, researcher, and intellectual Badruddin Umar passed away on Sunday morning. He was declared dead at 10:05 am after being taken to a private hospital in Dhaka in critical condition. Umar had long been suffering from age-related complications.

NCP leader Sarjis Alam has alleged that the concept of a “refined Awami League” is an Indian idea, which will not materialize in post-coup Bangladesh.

He said those responsible for the BDR massacre, the Shapla Square killings of Islamic scholars, and the 2024 student uprising massacre “can never be allowed to participate in Bangladeshi politics.”

Sarjis compared the Awami League and Jatiya Party to “partners in crime,” insisting that just as Awami League’s activities have been banned, Jatiya Party’s should be too. He also warned against student politics being used to exploit schools, alleging it would lead to drug trade and extortion.

The Basail upazila administration has enforced Section 144 after two groups called rallies at the same venue under different banners.

Freedom fighters, under the banner of “Kaderia Bahini,” announced a gathering at Shaheed Minar premises with Kader Siddiqui as chief guest, while a student body applied to hold a separate rally at the same spot under the banner of “Student Society.”

Tensions escalated as both groups claimed priority. The UNO confirmed that Section 144 will remain effective from 6 AM to 6:30 PM to prevent clashes.

BNP leader Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has said that political parties seeking proportional representation (PR) can include it in their election manifesto and implement it in parliament with people’s mandate. “But calling for PR ballots during elections is unrealistic — only politically isolated parties can make such demands,” he remarked.

Khasru stressed that while reforms are necessary, the extent of feasible reforms must be debated, and unresolved issues should go before the public in the next election. He added, “Dissent is part of politics, but respecting others’ opinions and practicing tolerance are vital.”

Citing global examples, he said countries that quickly returned to democracy after revolutions thrived, while those that failed suffered crises and even civil wars. He further claimed, “Had elections been held within three months, the country would have been performing well on every indicator.”

Iran’s Judiciary Chief Hojjatoleslam Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei stated that Iran will never submit to global hegemonic powers. Speaking during a meeting with Iraq’s National Wisdom Movement leader Sayyed Ammar al-Hakim, Ejei emphasized that Iran has never initiated war and will not do so, while remaining vigilant against enemy conspiracies. He stressed rejecting both imposed wars and forced peace, citing the principles of Iran’s revolutionary leaders. Al-Hakim highlighted that Iran-Iraq ties are deep and extend beyond mere neighborly relations.