A Barisal court has directed police to file a case under the Speedy Trial Act against Nurul Haque Nur, President of the Gono Adhikar Parishad, General Secretary Rashed Khan, and over 100 party activists in connection with an attack on the Jatiya Party office in Barisal. Nur has been named as the prime accused, with 25 individuals specifically mentioned and 70–80 others listed as unidentified. The Kotwali Police Station Officer-in-Charge has been ordered to register the case accordingly. Gono Adhikar leaders in Barisal claim they were unaware of the incident but promised to respond through legal channels if necessary.

City Bank PLC is hiring multiple candidates for the position of Temporary/Assistant Officer in its Liability Sales – Retail and Small Business department. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent and the ability to collect and fill out client forms accurately. No prior experience is required. The job is full-time and office-based, open to both men and women. Positions are available nationwide. Applications are open online until July 9, 2025. Salary and benefits will follow the bank’s policies.

NCP Convenor Nahid Islam declared that the party is fighting for the July Declaration, fundamental reforms, and a new constitution. Speaking at the July March event in Thakurgaon, he called for the declaration to be unveiled within July–August, envisioning it as the foundation of a new Bangladesh. He warned of decisive action to stop border killings by Indian forces and condemned Dhaka-centric development, demanding attention to rural areas. Nahid said the people’s uprising began with farmers, whose rights NCP vows to defend. Central leaders and regional organizers were present at the event.

The Anti-Corruption Commission has filed a case against four BMET officials and five manpower agency representatives for trafficking women abroad using fake passports. The accused allegedly submitted applications using mismatched passport numbers and secured clearance without proper verification. Evidence shows that four underage women were illegally sent to the Middle East as domestic workers, violating government policy. Financial gain was also cited as a motive. The irregularities were uncovered during a raid at BMET's Dhaka office on May 29.

Dr. Reza Kibria has sharply criticized the ruling Awami League, claiming that it has “crippled Bangladesh’s democracy, economy, and social fabric” over the past 16 years. He accused Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of becoming completely disconnected from the people, suggesting that the dissolution of her party is now only a matter of time.

Speaking to reporters, Kibria said the Hasina government has been characterized by impunity, forced disappearances, intimidation, and exploitation. He argued that some expatriates still support the ruling party due to a lack of awareness about the ground reality. “Like her father, Sheikh Hasina has failed the people. But the citizens who remained silent also share responsibility for this failure,” he added.

Japan faces a severe labor shortage due to its aging population and declining birthrate, increasing demand for skilled foreign workers proficient in Japanese. While Nepal sends around 50,000 workers annually, Bangladesh has only managed 3,500 due to inadequate language skills, training, and bureaucratic challenges. Experts urge Bangladesh to improve Japanese language education and streamline visa processes to boost manpower exports. Effective government and private sector cooperation is vital to tap into Japan’s vast labor market and reduce unemployment at home.

The Advisory Council, chaired by Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has approved a key amendment to the Government Service Ordinance, making it mandatory to conduct investigations before taking disciplinary action against public servants. A three-member inquiry committee must now be formed prior to any punishment. The move follows employee protests against a previous ordinance that allowed penalties without investigation. The amendment also includes provisions to involve a female officer in inquiries against women. A nuclear waste safety agreement was also approved.

In talks with the National Consensus Commission, 30 political parties agreed on amending the Constitution to limit the President's power of general amnesty and to decentralize the judiciary by establishing permanent High Court benches in all divisional cities. These measures aim to prevent abuse of presidential pardons and ensure greater access to justice. The proposed reforms will require amendments to Articles 49 and 100 of the Constitution and are part of a broader political initiative known as the upcoming “July Declaration.”

Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H. Mansur said the recent spike in rice prices remains a mystery. Speaking at a stakeholder meeting in Rajshahi, he noted that although rice prices are unusually high, there’s no clear explanation. He suspects most paddy is still held by farmers and has launched a rural-level survey to investigate. The Governor also warned businesses not to manipulate the market and emphasized the need to understand where the rice is being stockpiled to manage pricing more effectively.

Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has arrested Shah Poran, the alleged mastermind behind the brutal public assault of a woman in Muradnagar, Comilla. The incident, which was recorded and circulated on social media, was reportedly orchestrated by Poran as an act of revenge against his brother Fazor Ali over a personal dispute.

According to RAB, Poran used messaging app IMO to gather a group and execute the planned assault, which was filmed as part of the intimidation. He was arrested in Burichang, and law enforcement recovered video evidence and other materials from him. A manhunt is ongoing to capture others involved in the incident.

Unauthorized parking on busy roads and footpaths in Dhaka, especially in areas like Karwan Bazar and New Eskaton Road, is causing severe traffic jams and public inconvenience. Despite policies by the Dhaka Transport Coordination Authority, enforcement remains weak. Vehicles, including government ones, are often parked illegally, blocking traffic and pedestrian movement. Experts blame poor governance and lack of strict law enforcement. City corporations conduct eviction drives, but encroachments frequently return, making sustainable solutions urgently needed to ease the city’s traffic woes.

Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami, has stated that the current wave of violence and instability in Bangladesh makes it impossible to hold a credible and neutral election without first implementing fundamental political reforms.

Speaking in Saidpur, he underscored the importance of ensuring inclusive participation through prior reforms. He also denied any involvement of Jamaat activists in recent violence, asserting that the party strongly opposes mob culture. Dr. Rahman called on other political leaders to rein in their supporters and allow state institutions to operate independently.

NCC Bank will halt all transactions from July 8 at 8 PM to July 13 at 8 AM to upgrade its Core Banking System. During this period, services including debit cards, ATMs, internet banking, and fund transfers will be unavailable. The suspension is authorized by Bangladesh Bank under the Bank Companies Act, 1991, to ensure a smooth upgrade. All branches and sub-branches will be closed. The directive has been sent to all scheduled banks’ CEOs by Bangladesh Bank’s Offsite Supervision Department.

Workers at Madhyapara Hard Rock Quarry in Dinajpur have launched an indefinite strike demanding timely payment of wages, profit bonuses, and reinstatement of four dismissed leaders. The quarry, operated by a German consortium and a Belarusian company, produces around 5,500 tons of stone daily, worth approximately 17.6 million taka. The strike has halted extraction since Wednesday, causing significant revenue losses to the government. Disputes over wage payments and worker dismissals remain unresolved, escalating tensions on-site.

Nahid Islam, Convener of the Nationalist Change Party (NCP), has alleged that a small group of authoritarian elites has taken control of the country's resources, effectively reviving a form of feudalism. Speaking at the inauguration of the NCP’s new office in Atwari, he emphasized the need for a mass uprising to dismantle these power structures and prevent the emergence of new authoritarian regimes or extortionist systems.

He further claimed that former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country amid public dissent, abandoning her party members in crisis. “Those who plundered the nation have now escaped, leaving their own activists behind—this is not the mark of a true leader,” Nahid said.