BNP Joint Secretary General Syed Emran Saleh Prince has accused the ruling Awami League of neglecting and marginalizing local government leaders. He claimed Awami League activists had monopolized local institutions, turning them into hubs of corruption and looting, while the administration remained complicit. Prince pledged that the BNP would work to strengthen local governance and ensure it is free from partisan influence, enabling elected representatives to serve the people effectively. He urged union council members to focus on their responsibilities and prepare for the BNP's future public welfare initiatives.

Bangladeshi political party JAGPA has announced a mass campaign and protest program demanding justice against Indian aggression and the return of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whom they call a “killer.” The party plans to besiege the Indian Embassy in Dhaka on August 6. JAGPA spokesperson Rashed Prodhan accused India of turning Bangladesh into a vassal state by denying fair water sharing from 54 common rivers and by engaging in cross-border killings, land encroachment, and cultural intervention. He called on the interim government to take India to the International Court of Justice and warned against future leaders being “authoritarian Indian puppets.”

In a bold political move, Elon Musk has announced the formation of a new political party called the “America Party,” amid growing tensions with Donald Trump. In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, Musk said the new party aims to "restore the people's freedom." He criticized Trump’s budget bill as “disgraceful” and vowed to spend against Trump-backed members of Congress. The announcement has stirred intense debate across the U.S. political landscape, though analysts remain skeptical about the party’s chances of disrupting the entrenched two-party system.

BNP central leader M. Ruhul Quddus Talukder Dulu expressed deep gratitude toward journalists, stating, “Even if I gave my own blood, I couldn’t repay the debt I owe to journalists. It was through their writings that I rose from a district-level student leader to become an MP, a minister, and a national-level BNP leader.” Speaking as the chief guest at the 40th anniversary celebration of the Natore Press Club on Saturday, Dulu promised lifelong support for journalists and media freedom. He added that if the BNP comes to power, no party member will obstruct the press, and journalists will be free to do their work without interference.

BNP leader Major (Retd.) Hafiz Uddin Ahmed has alleged that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has tarnished even the country’s sports sector with corruption and partisanship. He asserted that if the BNP is entrusted with power, it will transform the sporting arena to genuinely reflect the aspirations of the people.
At the same event, Ruhul Kabir Rizvi stated that those who became martyrs during the July–August mass uprising are among the nation’s finest sons. He described Sheikh Hasina’s rule as marked by chaos and brutality, accusing the government of abducting many political figures including Chowdhury Alam and Ilias Ali, who remain missing to this day. Rizvi referred to chilling revelations documented in the Disappearance Commission’s report. He also warned of ongoing conspiracies to manipulate the upcoming election, emphasizing the need to ensure that elections are held on time.

During the tenure of the Awami League government, significant irregularities marred the 30th and 31st BCS recruitments. Forty-one individuals were unlawfully appointed to cadre positions without any recommendation from the Public Service Commission (PSC). Previously, 21 candidates were similarly appointed in the 29th BCS, a matter now under Anti-Corruption Commission investigation. Despite being on non-cadre lists, the appointees were assigned through special gazettes issued by the Ministry of Public Administration and placed in key positions as loyalists of the ruling party. PSC officials reiterated that there is no provision for transferring non-cadres to cadre posts without proper procedure.

BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has inquired about the medical treatment of Zisan, the younger brother of slain protester Abdullah Bin Zahid, who is battling cancer. Joining virtually from the BNP office in Gulshan, he spoke to the bereaved mother and promised continued support. Tarique sent gifts for Zisan and expressed hope for his recovery. Overcome with emotion, the mother thanked Tarique and recounted her family’s tragedies: losing a son to political violence, her younger son’s cancer diagnosis, and the death of her husband.

Rifat Rashid, president of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, has denounced the government’s failure to provide proper medical care to those injured in the July uprising. “Healthcare is a constitutional right,” he said, criticizing the Advisory Council’s indifference. “If any advisor lacks sincerity, they should vacate their chair. If they have no empathy for the wounded and martyred, they have no right to lead.” He accused a doctors’ syndicate aligned with a ruling party of obstructing care and delaying treatment under false assurances. Central leaders met victims’ families in NITOR and Mirpur and pledged to fight the syndicate’s hold over healthcare.

Awami League leader Kamrul Haque was arrested at Sylhet’s MAG Osmani International Airport upon returning from the holy Hajj pilgrimage. Kamrul Haque is an executive member of the Awami League’s Bianibazar Upazila unit. He was detained during immigration questioning and subsequently arrested based on a case filed at Bianibazar police station. Kamrul is a resident of Ghungadia village in Muria Union and a businessman in the travel sector.

Hasan Uddin Government, a senior BNP leader, criticized the Awami League for allegedly corrupting educational institutions with the intent to weaken the nation’s backbone. He claimed that the ruling party aimed to keep the nation ignorant and leaderless to maintain power indefinitely. “Earlier, it was unthinkable that teachers would engage in corruption, but now educational institutions have become centers of corrupt competition,” he stated. Hasan made these remarks during the inauguration of a free medical and dental camp in Tongi, Gazipur.

National Citizens Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam emphasized the urgent need for justice, political reform, and drafting a new constitution to replace the current system. Speaking at a rally in Joypurhat, he stressed that merely ousting Sheikh Hasina is insufficient; systemic change is essential to eliminate corruption, mafia networks, and terrorism. Other leaders urged unity against conspiracies and communal violence, advocating for a constitution based on the July movement ideals and an end to family-based political dominance, enabling ordinary citizens to lead Bangladesh’s future.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has advocated for the adoption of a proportional representation (PR) system to halt the rise of fascism and ensure a fair electoral process in Bangladesh.

“We do not seek power for ourselves but want to establish a just and equitable Bangladesh,” he said at a party conference in Feni.

Calling on the police to work for the people, he warned during a roadside rally in Cumilla that this time, the party would not accept any manipulated election. “If necessary, we are prepared to bring change — even at the cost of blood,” he declared.

Bangladesh Bank is working to rehabilitate troubled banks, with the government committed to returning depositors’ money, assures Economic Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed. The Bank Resolution Act ensures no depositor will lose funds, though some time is needed. Past incidents of fund misappropriation are unprecedented globally. Discussions continue to resolve National Board of Revenue issues, with a five-member committee formed for recommendations. Import duties have been reduced to boost foreign investment, streamlining business approvals to attract investors from Europe and America.

Mohammad Anisur Rahman, an administrative officer in the Law and Justice Division of the Ministry of Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs, has been temporarily suspended. The suspension follows a departmental case filed against him under the Government Employees (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 2018, for alleged misconduct and absconding. The authorities consider the allegations serious and have ordered the suspension to ensure a thorough investigation. This action is taken under Rule 12 of the relevant government service regulations.

Bangladesh has urged the international community to collectively ensure the rights and dignity of Rohingya Muslims in Rakhine and to swiftly create a conducive environment for their safe and voluntary repatriation. Speaking at the UN Human Rights Council, Bangladesh highlighted ongoing conflicts in Rakhine that hinder humanitarian aid and worsen Rohingya suffering. The country pledged to work with all parties for a sustainable solution. The UN resolution called for increased humanitarian support and accountability to end impunity in Rakhine.