Nasiruddin Patwari, chief coordinator of the NCP, alleged that the BNP is deceiving the people of Bangladesh by running the government under Delhi’s prescription. He made the remarks on Saturday, June 13, at a grand rally organized by the 11-party alliance at the historic Laldighi Maidan in Chattogram. Patwari claimed that the national election, which was supposed to be fair, had been engineered through external influence.

He stated that Bangladesh’s relationship with India would only become truly normal when border killings stop, emphasizing that no Bangladeshi citizen should be unlawfully killed at the border. Patwari also criticized the government’s recently announced budget, calling it a “gazette” designed to enrich BNP leaders and lacking measures for employment generation. He accused officials across institutions of corruption and irregularities.

Patwari further said that his party does not engage in extortion or corruption and is maintaining patience democratically. He warned that if limits are crossed, a new revolt could be declared from Chattogram.

A rare species of turtle weighing about 10 kilograms was caught in a fishing net in the Kholpetua River at Gabura Union of Shyamnagar upazila in Satkhira. The incident occurred on Friday when a local fisherman found the turtle trapped in his net and later kept it at his home. Following reports of the catch, local youths rescued the turtle on Saturday afternoon and handed it over to the Forest Department through members of the Community Patrolling Group.

The turtle was delivered to the Kolagachia Forest Station under the Satkhira Range of the West Sundarbans. Forest officer Saiful Islam confirmed that the turtle is now in the department’s custody and further action will be taken according to higher authorities’ instructions. He described the turtle as a rare species but said its exact classification could not be immediately confirmed.

Experts will determine the species after further examination, according to the Forest Department.

The family of Sohel, a resident of Mehendiganj upazila who died in a launch accident at Dhaka’s Sadarghat while returning home for Eid-ul-Fitr, has received financial assistance. On Saturday morning in Mehendiganj, State Minister for Shipping Rajib Ahsan handed over a cheque of five lakh taka on behalf of the BIWTA Trustee Board to Sohel’s mother and mother-in-law.

During the cheque distribution event, it was stated that the financial support was provided under the initiative of the BIWTA Trustee Board to express sympathy and ease the financial hardship of the bereaved family. The minister noted that while the grief of losing a loved one can never be fully healed, the assistance aims to offer some relief to the affected family.

The initiative reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to support victims’ families following transport-related accidents, particularly during major travel periods such as Eid.

Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman visited the grave of Md. Wasim, recognized as the first martyr of the July 2024 uprising in Chattogram. The visit took place in Chattogram, and Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed was also present during the occasion.

The July 2024 uprising is noted in the report as a significant event in Chattogram’s recent political history, with Md. Wasim identified as its first martyr. The visit by the Prime Minister marks a symbolic gesture of remembrance and respect toward those who lost their lives during that movement.

The report did not provide further details about the ceremony, its duration, or any statements made during the visit.

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) of Bangladesh has announced that donations to BRAC and ten other welfare institutions will qualify for tax exemption starting from July 1, 2026. The decision, published on the NBR website on Saturday, designates these organizations as public welfare institutions under the authority of the Income Tax Act, 2023. The exemption will remain valid until June 30, 2030.

The institutions eligible for this benefit include BRAC, Bangladesh Cancer Aid Trust, ASHIC Foundation for Children Cancer, Al-Markazul Islami, Disabled Child Foundation, Sherpur Diabetic Association, Maona Diabetic Association, Bangladesh Thalassemia Association, Autism Welfare Foundation, Ramakrishna Math and Mission Dhaka, and Chattogram Maa-O-Shishu Hospital. A similar tax exemption was granted last year to nine other organizations, also valid until June 30, 2030.

According to the NBR, taxpayers must collect official receipts from the recipient institutions and submit them with their annual tax returns to claim the deduction. The exemption applies by reducing the taxable income by the donated amount rather than deducting it directly from the payable tax.

NCP chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari has alleged that corruption and irregularities have spread across Bangladesh’s parliament and secretariat. Speaking at a grand rally organized by the 11-party alliance at Laldighi Maidan in Chattogram on June 13, 2026, he said the government’s announced budget was not a true budget but a gazette designed to enrich BNP leaders and activists. He criticized the budget for lacking any measures to create employment for the country’s unemployed population.

Patwari further claimed that the recent national election in Bangladesh had been engineered through an agreement with Delhi, accusing the government of deceiving the public under foreign influence. He stated that genuine Bangladesh-India relations would only be possible when border killings stop and justice-based friendship is established. He emphasized that his party does not engage in extortion or corruption and warned that if limits are crossed, a new revolt could be declared from Chattogram.

He reiterated that the budget legitimizes extortion and fails to reflect the sacrifices of martyrs, expressing strong condemnation of it.

Islami Andolan Bangladesh has expressed strong concern and anger over remarks made by newly appointed Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi. The party’s Assistant Secretary General and Dhaka South President, Maulana Ahmad Abdul Kaiyum, said Trivedi’s comments about India and Bangladesh becoming one nation and forming a global power together indicate a deep conspiracy against Bangladesh’s independence and sovereignty. He made the remarks on Saturday afternoon while addressing a meeting of the Jatrabari Thana branch of Islami Andolan Bangladesh.

Kaiyum stated that the envoy’s comments, made on Friday, have raised serious doubts about Bangladesh’s sovereignty. He urged the government to seek clarification from Trivedi and to take a firm stance on the issue. He further alleged that the statement was part of a broader conspiracy and called for the Indian envoy’s expulsion from Bangladesh.

The meeting was presided over by Jatrabari Thana Vice President Harunur Rashid and conducted by Secretary Dr. Nur Mohammad Munna, with several Dhaka South leaders attending as special guests.

Rashed Pradhan, vice-president and spokesperson of the National Democratic Party (JAGPA), criticized the current government during an 11-party alliance rally held in Chattogram on Saturday. He said the Awami League once had Bangabandhu, but the present government has 'card friends'. Pradhan also remarked that the home minister sounds more like the chief minister of Delhi than Bangladesh’s interior minister.

At the same event, Jamaat-e-Islami Member of Parliament Shahjahan Chowdhury stated that martyr Osman Hadi spoke for justice and fairness, and that the BNP must ensure justice if it returns to power. Earlier, Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and opposition leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman arrived in Chattogram to attend the rally at Laldighi Maidan.

The 11-party alliance organized the gathering to demand implementation of public mandates, control of commodity prices, improvement of law and order, and establishment of citizens’ rightful entitlements.

Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir has expelled its central leader Md. Zisan Ahmed Pradhan after his arrest in a rape case filed at Daudkandi Police Station in Cumilla. The organization announced the decision on Saturday, June 13, 2026, citing preliminary evidence of a romantic relationship between Zisan and the complainant. The expulsion was confirmed in a Facebook statement by the group’s central publicity secretary, S M Forhad, who added that the organization would provide legal support to the victim if the allegations are proven.

The statement also raised concerns about the handling of the case, claiming that police did not allow Shibir representatives or Zisan’s family to meet him after his recovery and that the complainant and her father were being held separately under police custody. The organization said it could not verify the full circumstances due to limited access to the involved parties. Police officials confirmed Zisan’s arrest under a specific rape case and said legal proceedings are ongoing.

The case was filed by a widow who accused Zisan of rape and forced abortion under the pretext of marriage. Zisan previously served as assistant secretary for international affairs in Shibir’s central committee and as president of its Cumilla West unit.

Jamaat-e-Islami Member of Parliament Shahjahan Chowdhury stated that Shaheed Osman Hadi spoke for justice and fairness, and warned that it would be unacceptable if the BNP failed to ensure justice for him after coming to power. He made the remarks on Saturday during a divisional rally of the 11-party alliance held in Chattogram.

Earlier, Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition Dr. Shafiqur Rahman arrived in Chattogram to attend the rally at Laldighi Maidan. The 11-party alliance organized the gathering to press for several demands, including implementation of the people's mandate, control of commodity prices, improvement of law and order, and establishment of citizens’ rightful entitlements.

The event reflected the alliance’s ongoing campaign to highlight governance and justice issues while uniting opposition forces around shared socio-political objectives.

Member of Parliament Kamruzzaman Kamrul from Sunamganj-1 emphasized the importance of truthful reporting during the inauguration of the multimedia section of the newspaper Daily Sunamganjer Somoy and its representative conference held on Saturday afternoon. He said Sunamganj is a haor-surrounded and underdeveloped district compared to others and urged journalists to present the region’s neglected issues through multimedia platforms. Kamrul mentioned that he has raised these concerns in parliament and discussed them with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.

Addressing media professionals, Kamrul criticized some outlets for spreading rumors and publishing news for money, which he said erodes public trust in the media. He called on journalists to maintain objectivity and focus on truth, noting that the media plays a vital role in advancing society. Kamrul also stated that journalists should not engage in political praise but rather offer constructive criticism and guidance.

The event was presided over by Sunamganj Press Club President Shergul Ahmed and attended by local officials, lawyers, and journalists from various media organizations.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan stated that those who distort history cannot survive when historical truths become clear. He made the remarks on Saturday at a discussion titled “Implementation of the Signed July Charter in National Reconstruction,” organized by Amra Bangladeshi at the Diploma Engineers Institute in Dhaka. The minister said fascist forces in the past had tried to divide and polarize Bangladesh’s politics for their own interests, but the people’s power and democratic movements rejected such artificial narratives.

Swapan emphasized that Bangladesh’s people have built a distinct national identity rooted in their own history, language, culture, and values. He said the country’s political and philosophical foundation lies in Bangladeshi nationalism, shaped by the experiences and aspirations of its citizens. He also highlighted that national interest must remain central to all policymaking and called for strengthening SAARC and the United Nations frameworks to enhance Bangladesh’s global standing.

The discussion, chaired by BNP leader Syed Ehsanul Huda, featured economist Professor Mahbubullah as the main discussant and several political leaders as special guests, who stressed collective efforts to uphold democratic values and national interests.

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Administrator Bir Muktijoddha Md. Abdus Salam inaugurated the National Tree Plantation Program 2026 at Shaheed Matiur Rahman Park in Gulistan. The initiative, launched simultaneously in ten DSCC regions, aims to plant 300,000 trees between 2026 and 2030. On the opening day, 500 trees were planted as part of the program.

During his address, Abdus Salam emphasized that the fight against climate change is now a national priority, urging citizens to plant more trees and ensure their proper care. He expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for announcing a nationwide plan to plant 250 million trees and highlighted the importance of greenery in combating rising temperatures and declining groundwater levels in Dhaka. He also encouraged residents to leave open spaces for grass when constructing new buildings.

The administrator announced annual awards for rooftop farmers and mentioned plans to discuss tax rebates for them. Under DSCC’s zero-waste initiative, 18,000 trees have already been planted on road medians and traffic islands, and a central nursery is being developed at Osmani Udyan to distribute free saplings to citizens.

Professor Aslam Chowdhury MP has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Maulana Md. Mizanur Rahman, the Jamaat-e-Islami leader of Sitakunda, Chattogram. The veteran religious scholar passed away at 3 a.m. on Friday at Ibn Sina Hospital in Dhaka. In a condolence message issued on Saturday, Aslam Chowdhury described Maulana Rahman as a virtuous, principled, and socially committed individual whose contributions to education, social service, and religious values would be long remembered.

He prayed for the forgiveness of the departed soul and for strength and patience for the bereaved family. Several local leaders and organizations also expressed their condolences, including Anwar Siddiq Chowdhury, organizational secretary of Chattogram North District Jamaat; Dr. Kamal Kader, convener of Sitakunda Upazila BNP; Md. Morsalin, member secretary; and representatives of the Sitakunda Press Club.

The death of Maulana Mizanur Rahman has been described as an irreparable loss for the Sitakunda community, reflecting his long-standing influence in local education and religious affairs.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Professor Mia Golam Porwar has described the newly announced national budget as one designed for the looting of party activists rather than for the welfare of citizens. Speaking on Saturday at a conference of upazila working committee members organized by the Bhola district branch of Jamaat-e-Islami, he said the budget is ambitious, debt-dependent, and harmful to the people. He added that Jamaat has rejected the government’s budget and presented its own people-friendly shadow budget, urging the government to revise and present a corrected version to the nation.

Porwar also warned that failure to implement the “July Charter” would amount to deceiving the nation and could lead to severe consequences. He emphasized that the people of Bangladesh would not tolerate such betrayal. Addressing local issues, he praised the Speaker’s role in Bhola but criticized the local MP for neglecting development needs such as industrialization, a medical college, a Bhola-Barishal bridge, and river erosion prevention.

He further clarified that Islami Bank is not Jamaat’s bank but belongs to the people of Bangladesh.