Leaders of Khelafat Majlis expressed deep concern at their central executive meeting in Dhaka, alleging that the BNP government is leading the country toward fascist rule by repealing several major ordinances. These include the Referendum Ordinance 2025, the Enforced Disappearance Prevention and Remedy Ordinance, the Anti-Corruption Commission Ordinance, the Human Rights Commission Ordinance, and the Judicial Reform Ordinance. The party also labeled the July National Charter (Constitution Reform) Implementation Order 2025 as a document of deception, accusing the BNP of betraying the spirit of the July uprising despite being a signatory to the charter.

The leaders demanded that the elected parliament review the 48 proposals approved through the referendum and take effective steps to reform the constitution accordingly. They criticized the government for severe disorder in the health sector, shortages of medicines and equipment in public hospitals, and rising measles deaths among children. They also opposed the decision to hold online classes three days a week, calling it harmful to students, and urged the government to withdraw it.

The meeting further raised concerns about alleged irregularities in the Bogura-6 and Sherpur-3 by-elections and called for accountability from the Election Commission.

During a parliamentary session on Friday, April 10, 2026, Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed addressed Hasnat Abdullah, urging him to remain patient and composed during discussions. The Speaker remarked, “This is not Shahbagh Square, this is the Parliament,” emphasizing that members must wait their turn and listen carefully during proceedings.

He further noted that the scope for oral exchanges in Parliament is limited and advised members to submit notices for adjudication. Referring to a statement by the law minister, the Speaker suggested that if necessary, members could discuss among themselves and bring a revised bill in the next session, which the ruling party would consider.

Hafiz Uddin also called for maintaining a positive parliamentary environment, highlighting that the current Parliament was formed after a major July uprising and a fair election that brought a large opposition presence. He expressed hope that all parties would move forward in a spirit of cooperation.

The opposition party has accused the ruling party of violating a prior parliamentary agreement during the passage of the July Memorial Museum Bill. Opposition Chief Whip Nahid Islam raised the allegation after the bill was passed under the chairmanship of Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed. He claimed that the ruling party introduced an amendment only thirty minutes before the bill’s passage, breaking the consensus reached in a special committee.

According to Nahid Islam, both government and opposition members had earlier agreed that 98 ordinances from the interim government would be passed unchanged. The July Memorial Museum Bill was one of those ordinances. He argued that the last-minute amendment undermined the spirit of cooperation and rendered the special committee unnecessary. The opposition protested what they described as deceitful tactics used to pass the bill.

Nahid Islam further criticized the inclusion of a minister as head of the museum, calling it part of a broader trend of politicizing national institutions. He cited examples of similar politicization in the central bank, local government, and sports boards, warning that such actions erode institutional neutrality.

Pakistan has implemented extensive security measures in its capital, Islamabad, ahead of a possible meeting between the United States and Iran. According to Al Jazeera, nearly 10,000 security personnel, including police, army, and special forces commandos, have been deployed across the city. Schools and offices have been closed for a day to ensure the event proceeds smoothly, and all roads leading to the government’s ‘Red Zone’ have been sealed off. The meeting, initially scheduled for today, has been postponed to tomorrow due to logistical issues.

Local sources describe the situation as a highly sensitive diplomatic moment that took weeks of preparation and faced last-minute complications. Delegates from various countries have already begun arriving in Islamabad, though Pakistani officials have not disclosed who is attending or what will be discussed.

Officials expressed optimism that the talks could yield positive outcomes contributing to regional peace, though key details about Iran’s conditions and the meeting’s agenda remain undisclosed.

Pakistan’s potential role as mediator in upcoming discussions between the United States and Iran is both crucial and risky, according to Maria Sultan, chairperson of the South Asian Strategic Stability Institute University. Speaking to Al Jazeera from Islamabad, she noted that Pakistan maintains close ties with Saudi Arabia and Gulf states while sharing a border with Iran, where prolonged instability would be undesirable for Islamabad.

Sultan explained that Pakistan initiated the mediation effort amid the inaction of major global powers, as NATO and the European Union did not step forward and the United States felt isolated. She argued that Pakistan’s ability to maintain relationships across diverse cultures and power blocs positioned it uniquely for this role. Cooperation from Saudi Arabia and China, along with interest from the involved parties, has also supported the process.

While describing the situation as cautiously optimistic, Sultan warned that a full-scale regional war could have devastating consequences, including civilian casualties, damage to energy infrastructure, and potential nuclear risks. She emphasized that the talks, though difficult, could lead to a positive outcome if all sides recognize the realities of war and the value of peace.

The opposition walked out of Bangladesh’s parliament on Friday evening, accusing the ruling party of breaching trust. The walkout, led by Opposition Leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman at around 7:35 p.m., followed his allegation that the government had violated an earlier understanding. Before leaving, he also accused Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed of losing neutrality.

The dispute arose after the July Memorial Museum Bill was passed in an amended form, allegedly breaking a prior agreement reached in a special committee meeting. The disagreement led to prolonged debate between the two sides before the opposition left the chamber. This marks the fourth walkout by the opposition during the current parliamentary session.

The repeated walkouts highlight deepening tensions between the ruling and opposition parties over legislative procedures and perceived breaches of parliamentary consensus.

Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman has arrived in Port Louis to attend the Ninth Indian Ocean Conference. The event began on Friday in the Mauritian capital, bringing together leaders, policymakers, and experts from across the Indian Ocean region to discuss regional cooperation, shared responsibilities, and future governance frameworks. During the visit, Dr. Rahman is expected to hold bilateral meetings and seek support for Bangladesh’s candidacy for the presidency of the 81st United Nations General Assembly (2026–27).

A senior official from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the minister will meet with counterparts from participating countries on the sidelines of the conference. The delegation includes the Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir. The conference is jointly organized by the India Foundation, the Government of Mauritius, and India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Before arriving in Mauritius, Dr. Rahman held several meetings in New Delhi with top Indian leaders. India’s Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal are also scheduled to address the conference.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami central executive council member Md. Mobarak Hossain announced that a mass movement will be organized to secure the legal foundation of the July Charter. He made the statement on Friday at the Jamaat-e-Islami Jessore district ward presidents’ conference 2026, where he attended as the chief guest. Hossain said more than 1,400 people were martyred in the July revolution, but no proper list or visible initiatives have yet been taken.

He claimed that Jamaat Ameer and opposition leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has been assisting the families of martyrs and the injured, while the interim government has failed to take significant steps for them. Hossain also said a commemorative book has been published to honor the martyrs’ sacrifices. He accused political groups of betraying the public by abandoning their positions despite a “yes” victory in the referendum and criticized the BNP for rejecting 70 percent of the referendum result.

He warned that if the July Charter is not legally recognized, Jamaat will take to the streets with public support. The conference concluded with leaflet distribution and public outreach programs demanding implementation of the referendum verdict and the July Charter.

An eleven-party alliance distributed leaflets in Setabganj Bazar of Bochaganj upazila, Dinajpur, on Friday afternoon demanding the implementation of the referendum verdict. The campaign took place around 4 p.m. at various shops and among pedestrians, urging the government to act on the public decision made earlier this year.

According to the leaflets, citizens voted in the February 12, 2026 election to form a 'Constitution Reform Council' alongside the National Parliament, but the government has not implemented the decision, thereby disregarding the people's mandate. The alliance leaders stated that structural reforms of the constitution are essential to meet public expectations and announced their intention to continue peaceful movements until the referendum verdict is implemented.

The leaflets also alleged that the government is obstructing various constitutional and administrative reforms. Local leaders of the alliance, including Maulana Aminul Haque, Mahabub Alam, and Masum Billah, were present during the distribution.

Iran has reaffirmed its firm stance on the ceasefire issue ahead of upcoming discussions with the United States. Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht Ravanchi stated that Iran does not support any ceasefire that would allow opponents to regroup and launch new attacks. Speaking in Tehran to foreign ambassadors and representatives of international organizations, he said that consensus had been reached on Iran’s proposed ten-point plan as the basis for dialogue.

Ravanchi emphasized that Iran welcomes diplomacy and dialogue but not those based on misinformation or aimed at deception and future military aggression. He added that Iran has clearly informed its allies that it will not accept any situation lacking proper guarantees against renewed hostilities.

The upcoming U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad have drawn both curiosity and concern from the international community, reflecting heightened regional tensions surrounding the ceasefire issue.

India has appointed Pranay Verma, currently serving as the country's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, as its next ambassador to Belgium and the European Union. The appointment was announced by the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday, April 10, 2026. According to the official statement, Verma, an Indian Foreign Service officer from the 1994 batch, will assume his new responsibilities in Brussels soon.

Verma has been leading India’s mission in Bangladesh since September 2022. His new posting comes at a time when India’s engagement with the European Union has gained strategic importance following the signing of a bilateral trade agreement on January 27. The agreement aims to expand trade in goods, services, and investments between India and the EU and is expected to take effect in early 2027.

India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry stated that the free trade agreement will create a future-ready trade framework to support emerging economic sectors, particularly targeting a $300 billion export goal in engineering and manufacturing.

The Bangladesh National Parliament passed a total of 41 bills over two days, marking a new record in the country’s legislative history. On Thursday, April 9, during the 11th working day of the 13th Parliament’s first session, 31 bills were passed by voice vote, including 28 ordinances from the interim government without changes and three additional bills replacing ordinances. The session was chaired by Deputy Speaker Barrister Kaiser Kamal. Opposition parties objected to the Local Government (Municipality) (Amendment) Bill 2026, but it was passed despite their protest.

Opposition leader Dr. Shafiqul Rahman announced a walkout, calling the bills anti-people. Jamaat-e-Islami MP Najibur Rahman argued that the amendments undermined elected local representatives, while State Minister for Local Government Mir Shahe Alam defended the changes as necessary to prevent authoritarian resurgence and to end party-symbol elections. Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed thanked opposition MPs for participating in the legislative process before walking out.

On Friday, April 10, ten more bills were unanimously passed without debate. A special committee reported that out of 133 ordinances from the interim government, 98 were approved unchanged, 15 with amendments, and 20 were either repealed or strengthened as new bills.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition Dr. Shafiqur Rahman expressed frustration in the National Parliament on Friday, April 10, after the unanimous passage of the Finance Bill for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. He said that opposition members were not provided with necessary documents before the session began, despite prior requests made during the second meeting of the Business Advisory Committee.

Dr. Rahman explained that the opposition had asked for all 133 ordinances and related documents to be delivered at least three days in advance, or at minimum one day before the session. However, he received the documents only when they were placed on the table during the session. He remarked that without time to review the materials, he could not responsibly vote for or against the bill.

He added that government party members might have understood the documents quickly due to their expertise, but opposition members could not. He sought guidance on how to proceed under such circumstances.

The Bangladesh National Parliament has passed the July Fighters Welfare and Rehabilitation Ordinance 2026, aimed at supporting families of martyrs and participants of the July uprising. The proposal was introduced on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. by Liberation War Affairs Minister Ahmed Azam Khan. The bill seeks to ensure welfare, rehabilitation, and recognition of those who contributed to the uprising.

According to the source, the minister emphasized that the legislation also intends to preserve the history and ideals of the July uprising within the national and state framework. Following the presentation, Deputy Speaker Barrister Kaiser Kamal put the bill to a vote, and members of parliament approved it by saying “yes.”

The passage of this bill marks a formal step toward institutionalizing the memory and welfare of those associated with the July uprising, reflecting the government’s commitment to honoring their legacy.

Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis organized a protest rally and procession in Dhaka on Friday as part of its nationwide program demanding full implementation of the recent referendum verdict. The demonstration took place after Friday prayers at the north gate of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque.

During the pre-procession rally, party Secretary General Maulana Jalaluddin Ahmad stated that around 70 percent of voters supported the 'yes' option in the February 12 referendum held alongside the national election. He accused the government of delaying the implementation of the people's decision and urged the BNP-led government to act immediately in line with public expectations.

Ahmad warned that if the demand is ignored, the party, along with an eleven-party alliance, would intensify its movement. Leaders from the party’s central and Dhaka metropolitan units also addressed the gathering. Similar protests were held across the country on the same day.