The government has appointed an administrator to the Barishal Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which had been under the control of BNP leader Ebaidul Haque Chan. The Additional Deputy Commissioner of Barishal has been given charge, with instructions to organize elections within four months as per the Chamber’s constitution. Several members had complained to the Commerce Ministry, alleging that a ‘pocket committee’ was formed through a sham election, allowing Chan to seize control.

Police have filed two separate cases under the Special Powers Act against protesters demanding justice for the murder of Imam Rais Uddin in Chattogram. Twenty-two activists were sent to jail on Tuesday following court proceedings. Meanwhile, Islami Chhatra Sena held a black flag procession condemning the brutal attacks on protesters and demanding the arrest of the killers. The group alleged that helmeted assailants armed with local weapons attacked demonstrators in front of the police, and some of them were linked to Jamaat-Shibir—but no arrests have been made.

The National Citizen’s Party (NCP) proposed lowering the voting age to 16 and the minimum age to run for parliament to 23. Leader Akhtar Hossain said many countries already treat 16-year-olds as adults and that today’s youth have access to enough information to make informed decisions. Sarjis Alam added that the NCC (proposed new constitutional body) would oversee executive accountability and constitutional appointments. The party also proposed proportional representation in the upper house of parliament.

Jatiya Party Chairman GM Quader, an ally of the ruling Awami League, expressed joy over Khaleda Zia’s return to Bangladesh after years of medical treatment abroad. He expressed hope that she would foster unity and help resolve the nation’s crises. Quader cited economic downturn, social unrest, deteriorating law and order, and political instability as key issues threatening Bangladesh’s future.

Three NCP women leaders and three female cultural figures welcomed Hefazat-e-Islam’s apology after its leaders allegedly called members of the Women Reform Commission "prostitutes." In a legal notice issued Monday, NCP leaders Syeda Nilima Dola, Dyuti Aranya Chowdhury, and Neela Afroze, along with authors Umme Raihana, Umme Farhana, and Camellia Sharmin Chura, demanded accountability. However, they expressed concern that Hefazat's press release still criticized feminism and warned against “Western agendas” and “religious excess.” They urged the group to abandon divisive politics and respect differing views.

NCP leader Sarwar Tushar stated that the party supports allowing MPs to vote independently on any issue other than the budget or no-confidence motions. The party also proposed reforms including: appointing the most senior judge as Chief Justice, expanding the Supreme Judicial Council’s scope, and using a two-thirds majority in both parliamentary chambers followed by a public referendum for constitutional amendments. They also suggested the council, not parliamentary committees, handle investigations into post-tenure corruption or misconduct by constitutional officeholders.

After 17 years, Dr. Zubaida Rahman visited her ailing mother, Syeda Iqbal Mand Banu, at Panthapath Square Hospital in Dhaka on Tuesday at 6:48 PM. The emotional reunion was marked by Zubaida presenting flowers to her mother. She returned to Bangladesh recently alongside BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.

Rafe Salman Rifat, a leader of ‘Up Bangladesh,’ announced the launch of a political platform named ‘July Unity’ to demand the banning of the Awami League. The coalition will be formally introduced at 5 PM Tuesday in front of Madhu’s Canteen. The platform seeks justice for the July massacre, a complete list of the dead and injured, compensation, and rehabilitation. Several social and political groups including Inquilab Manch, July Revolutionary Alliance, and Private University Student Alliance of Bangladesh have endorsed the initiative via social media.

BNP leader and Khaleda Zia's physician Dr. Zahid stated that the former Prime Minister is in relatively stable health, both physically and mentally. He expressed gratitude toward law enforcement and thanked Qatar for providing a free air ambulance. “Zubaida Rahman has returned, and Tarique Rahman will follow. That day is not far,” he said. Zubaida is expected to return to London shortly and reunite with Tarique before returning to Bangladesh together.

The scheduled hearing on Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami's appeal against a High Court verdict declaring its registration illegal did not take place. The case was on Tuesday’s cause list in the Appellate Division, led by Chief Justice Dr. Syed Refaat Ahmed. However, due to the prolonged hearing of another appeal involving ATM Azhar, the Jamaat case was postponed. Lawyers say the hearing will be rescheduled once the case is back on the docket.

Controversial Awami League youth leader M Shahadat Hossain Taslim, accused of profiteering during his tenure as the former president of the Hajj Agencies Association of Bangladesh (HAAB), is reportedly still controlling this year’s Hajj flight operations. Under his influence, Taslim allegedly embezzled hundreds of crores over six years, operating through his own travel agency, “Dynasty Travels.” He allegedly secured the General Sales Agent (GSA) position for Saudi Arabia’s private airline Flynas and overcharged pilgrims while offering substandard services. Reports claim he bypassed Flynas’s official account, handling transactions through his own. Each pilgrim was reportedly charged over BDT 50,000 in commission. Taslim is currently in hiding amid allegations that he has once again secured the Flynas GSA by colluding with corrupt officials in the Ministry of Religious Affairs and through secret deals with Saudi counterparts.

Supporters welcoming BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia chanted slogans not only for her and Tarique Rahman but also for Tarique’s wife, Dr. Zubaida Rahman. Her images were prominently displayed on banners and placards along the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway and outside the airport. Activists celebrated her return after 17 years in exile. Zubaida left Bangladesh for London with her husband on September 11, 2008, and had remained abroad since then, living with Tarique Rahman and their daughter, Zaima.

During a dialogue session with the National Consensus Commission, Akhtar Hossain, Member Secretary of the National Consensus Party (NCP), presented a proposal outlining what the party considers “fundamental reforms.” He clarified that the term does not refer to changes in the electoral system or constitutional amendments based on a two-thirds majority. Instead, the focus is on establishing a balance of power, ensuring accountability, and decentralizing governance. Hossain emphasized the need to rid the state structure of authoritarian and fascist elements, depoliticize appointments to constitutional positions, and ensure an independent judiciary. He stated that the proposal submitted to the commission includes specific areas that require reform to realize these foundational changes.

Lawyer Shishir Monir informed the Appellate Division that Jamaat-e-Islami leader Kader Molla was executed based on a summary judgment in his review petition. Monir argued that the verdict was rushed due to the impending January 5 general election in 2014. He said the ruling did not detail the reasons for dismissing the review, which is a deviation from legal standards. The statement was made during the hearing of another war crimes case involving ATM Azhar before a seven-member bench led by the Chief Justice.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul and senior party leaders welcomed Khaleda Zia at Dhaka Airport upon her return from London. She was accompanied in her vehicle by her daughters-in-law Dr. Zubaida Rahman and Syeda Sharmila Rahman. Supporters lined the airport road, cheering and expressing hope that Zia would once again lead the party and contribute to the restoration of democracy in Bangladesh.