Malaysia’s Immigration Department has intensified actions against illegal immigrants and passport forgery. In recent operations, 770 foreigners were arrested in Bukit Bintang, including Bangladeshis, Myanmar, Nepalese, Indians, and Indonesians. Separately, a Bangladeshi-run fake passport syndicate was dismantled, seizing passports, forgery tools, and cash. The syndicate supplied fake passports to foreign workers for medical exams. Authorities warned employers harboring illegal immigrants of strict penalties. Immigration efforts to control illegal migration and combat document fraud will continue nationwide.

The Dhaka University administration announced that all campus entrances will be closed to the public from 8 PM on September 8 until 6 AM on September 10 for the DUCSU elections. Students, faculty, and staff with valid DU ID cards can access the campus. Family members may enter with a copy of their relative’s ID. Only university-stickered and emergency service vehicles will be allowed; others require a security pass from the Proctor’s Office.

Jamaat leader Mia Golam Porwar said BNP resists proportional representation because it considers itself the dominant party. He emphasized that the upcoming election cannot be fair without the legal basis of the July charter. About 70% of Bangladeshis support proportional representation, he noted.

Porwar added, “We will respect whatever verdict the public gives in the referendum. If the people oppose, Jamaat will withdraw its PR demand.” He also highlighted structural reforms to curb corruption, pointing out that political pressure often weakens the Election Commission.

RAB-7 has arrested Hannan, one of the accused in the clash between Chittagong University students and local residents. Authorities said Hannan, listed as the 56th accused in the university administration’s case, is a former member of Fatepur Union Parishad and an associate of local Jubo League leader Hanif and the banned organization’s Hatkhazari Upazila vice president, Iqbal.

Following their directives, Hannan allegedly led an attack on university students. He was apprehended on Thursday evening in Hatkhazari through a technology-assisted operation.

The Democratic Rights Committee has accused the interim government of either indifference or outright support in allowing mobocracy to dominate the country. In a statement marking one year since the July uprising, the platform alleged that the interim administration has effectively reinstated Sheikh Hasina’s government.

The statement declared: “Fascism fell at the cost of workers’ blood. Yet, following the uprising, the first extra-judicial killing was that of a worker. On September 2, joint forces killed worker Md. Habib Islam. We, on behalf of the Democratic Rights Committee, strongly condemn this brutal act.”

The committee also cited other incidents of mob violence and state complicity:

In Rangpur’s Taraganj, two van drivers, Ruplal Das and Pradip Das, were beaten to death.

In Gangachara, false allegations of blasphemy were used to justify violent attacks, looting, and arson against religious minority homes. While attackers roamed free, police arrested a man for nothing more than a Facebook post, effectively endorsing mob aggression.

In Dhaka, a discussion meeting on the Liberation War came under mob attack. Instead of detaining the perpetrators, police arrested 16 participants — including freedom fighters, university professors, and journalists — and later charged them under anti-terrorism laws.

The statement highlighted several similar cases, underscoring a growing trend of mob-driven justice and political repression.

The Democratic Rights Committee is comprised of noted intellectuals and activists, including Sirajul Islam, Anu Muhammad, and Salimullah Khan.

Rashed Khan refuted reports claiming that Nurul Haq Nur, president of the Ganadhikar Parishad, has recovered from injuries sustained in a recent attack. “Attempts are being made to show him as healthy,” Rashed said at Dhaka Medical College Hospital. He added that Nur’s nose is still bleeding, and he has sustained a head injury. Once his condition stabilizes, he could be sent abroad for treatment next week. On September 2, the Chief Advisor ordered Nur’s transfer abroad for advanced medical care. Additionally, a one-member judicial investigation committee, led by Justice Md. Ali Reza, has been formed to investigate the attack.

Communist Party of Bangladesh (CPB) General Secretary Ruhin Hossain Prince criticized the Election Commission’s backward steps, comparing them to “a ghost stepping backward.” He claimed that increasing deposit and election expenses is an attempt to turn the electoral process into a playground for the wealthy. “This is not why we staged a mass uprising,” he said, referring to the 54 years of mismanagement by past governments. Prince lamented that the wealth generated by Bangladesh’s working people has been looted by corrupt political elites, preventing the establishment of lasting democracy. He described the ruling elite as authoritarian, family-centric, and despotic. “Time and again, we have fought for victory with our own blood. This uprising aimed at democracy and equality. Today, democracy is under threat, and mob violence is making life unbearable,” he said. Prince called on citizens to unite under the Communist Party’s red flag to build a democratic, secular, and egalitarian Bangladesh.

Revolutionary Workers Party leader Saiful Haque warned that if elections become uncertain, the gains of past mass uprisings could be overshadowed by despair. “Those who manipulate elections to create instability must be resisted collectively,” he said. Saiful urged that no agendas should be introduced to stir political hostility among parties before elections. He added that using political competition as a pretext to cultivate authoritarianism would increase suspicion, conflict, and division, which opportunistic forces could exploit. Highlighting concerns over certain proposed amendments to the RPO, he called on the government to engage in meaningful dialogue with political parties and follow a straightforward path.

BNP leader Amir Khasru Mahmud has criticized certain individuals for exhibiting authoritarian behavior reminiscent of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. “Those calling for election boycotts are echoing Hasina’s tone,” Khasru said. He emphasized that refusing to participate in elections unless specific demands are met is undemocratic. Khasru added that holding referendums for each party’s demands would make elections impossible in the country. “There is no division among true believers in democracy. Reforms that enjoy consensus should be implemented based on the public mandate,” he stated.

Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam announced that individuals accused in war crimes cases will be barred from participating in elections under the amended ICT Act.

The amendment, approved in a meeting chaired by the Chief Advisor, adds Section 20(C) to the International Crimes (Tribunal) Act 1973. Anyone formally charged under Section 9(1) of the law will be ineligible to hold positions in parliament, local government, public office, or civil service.

BNP leader Zainul Abedin Faruk claimed that the Jamaat-e-Islami’s alleged electoral conspiracy is not isolated and involves Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

He stated that the plot would not benefit Jamaat but would advantage the Awami League. Faruk also welcomed the High Court’s decision to uphold the acquittal of Tarique Rahman and others in the August 21 grenade attack case.

BNP leader Shamsuzzaman Dudu has accused the Awami League of conspiring to derail the upcoming elections to prevent a free and fair vote.
“Awami League does not want a good election,” Dudu said, warning that plots are underway to block BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman from playing a role in the country’s leadership.
He expressed confidence that an interim government would ensure a free, fair, and acceptable election, which he said was essential for safeguarding the nation’s independence and sovereignty.
“The sooner the election is held, the sooner democracy will be restored,” he added, urging the government to set a specific election date without delay.

NCP leader Sarjis Alam has called for banning political office holders from managing school committees to protect educational institutions from corruption and politicization.
Writing on social media, Sarjis noted that a new regulation requires candidates for school managing committee president to hold at least an Honors degree. He praised the interim government for this initiative, saying it would shield schools from “unqualified, opportunistic businessmen-politicians.”

The court has imposed a travel ban on National Party Chairman GM Quader and his wife, Sherifa Quader, following allegations of extortion, nomination trading, misappropriation of party funds, and accumulation of illegal assets.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) informed the court that investigations are ongoing into the illegal acquisition of wealth by GM Quader and others through corruption and abuse of power. The allegations extend to various immovable and movable assets held by the Quaders and their family, both domestically and abroad. Authorities fear that if the couple flees overseas, it could hinder the ongoing investigation.

Outgoing French Ambassador Marie Masdupuy met BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia at her residence in Gulshan, Dhaka, on Wednesday night.
The courtesy meeting was attended by BNP Standing Committee member Dr. Abdul Moyeen Khan and Khaleda Zia’s personal physician Prof. Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain, according to BNP media wing official Shamsuddin Didar.