Mohammad Mojibur Rahman Mintoo Mia (63), a local leader of the ruling Awami League’s labor wing, was detained by residents in Demra and handed over to police on Monday.
Eyewitnesses said a group of 15–20 people arrived in the Staff Quarter area during an AL protest march, prompting locals to chase them. While most fled, Mintoo Mia was caught and turned over to authorities.
Police confirmed that he is a suspect in a murder case related to the 2009 mass uprising and was arrested accordingly.

The army has detained Hanif Mia, secretary of the Uttara West Thana unit of BNP’s volunteer wing, on charges of inciting a mob during the arrest of former Chief Election Commissioner Nurul Huda. Uttara West Police Station OC Md Hafizur Rahman confirmed the arrest on Monday night, adding that a police team had been dispatched to bring him to the station. Operations to detain others involved in the incident are ongoing.

Following a liaison committee meeting with Gono Forum, BNP leader Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury reiterated that BNP will form a national government to implement its 31-point reform proposal if it comes to power. "We have fought against fascism together, and that will continue up to the election," he said. He stressed that post-election, they would institutionalize democracy with the combined effort of all allied forces. Khasru noted that the election schedule has not yet been declared and that they will wait for an announcement closer to the polling date. Gono Forum leader Mizanur Rahman mentioned that uncertainties over the election were resolved during the London meetings and suggested that the agreed reforms be tabled in parliament without delay.

Adviser Farooq-e-Azam announced that those injured during the July 2024 mass uprising will begin receiving monthly allowances starting next month. Additionally, they will be entitled to free lifetime treatment at government medical hospitals. He emphasized that while it took 54 years to finalize the official list of freedom fighters, the list of martyrs and injured from the July uprising has been completed in just 7-8 months. The government is also introducing programs to help rehabilitate these fighters through employment or entrepreneurship based on their individual qualifications. A separate department has already been established for their rehabilitation. Farooq-e-Azam further added that if there are demands to trace the whereabouts of those missing since the uprising, applications will be considered—even using DNA from mass graves if necessary.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has praised China's leadership role in regional politics, calling it a "positive initiative." During a bilateral meeting with the CPC delegation at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Fakhrul expressed hope that China’s constructive engagement would expand from bilateral to multilateral platforms. BNP’s media cell member Shayrul Kabir said the meeting was led by Li Hongzhong, Politburo member of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress. The Chinese side welcomed the BNP delegation at the start of the meeting. During the talks, Li Hongzhong extended an invitation to BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman to visit China.

Teachers from non-MPO educational institutions have staged protests wearing symbolic burial shrouds, demanding inclusion in the Monthly Payment Order (MPO) scheme. On Monday, they marched from the National Press Club to Topkhana Road, vowing to continue their protest until their demands are met. The teachers claim that at least 3,000 institutions were unfairly excluded from the MPO list due to political biases during the previous administration, despite the teachers having no political affiliations. They urged the government to rectify this injustice and ensure fair treatment for all educators.

Rashed Pradhan has described June 23, known as Palashi Day, as a symbol of betrayal in Bengal’s history. “It’s ironic that the Awami League was founded on this day of treachery,” he said, likening Sheikh Hasina’s alleged manipulation of elections to Mir Jafar’s betrayal at the Battle of Plassey. He urged the public to resist anyone attempting to ‘sell out’ Bangladesh to foreign powers, drawing parallels between the historical and contemporary betrayal of national interests. He also questioned those who remain silent on India’s influence over Bangladesh, asking how they differ from historical traitors.

Bangladesh’s Islamic Movement party has called the current stalemate in government offices “unprecedented” and demanded urgent steps to restore normalcy. While acknowledging the contributions of public servants to national progress, the party criticized widespread corruption and inefficiency. They stated that while reforms in revenue and employment regulations have caused unrest, disrupting public services or holding the public hostage is unacceptable. The party condemned recent protests in Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) and urged all disputes to be resolved logically through dialogue.

BNP leader Aminul Haque condemned attempts at mob justice following the controversy involving former Chief Election Commissioner KM Nurul Huda. "Some individuals tried to enforce mob justice, but BNP firmly opposes such culture," he said. He asserted that BNP believes in the rule of law and will continue its struggle accordingly. Aminul criticized advisors showing sympathy to two former CECs who allegedly facilitated rigged elections to keep authoritarian forces in power. He emphasized BNP’s commitment to establishing a government of the people through the upcoming general elections in February and urged the nationwide distribution of BNP’s 31-point reform plan.

A crude bomb (cocktail) was thrown at NCP’s Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain on Monday around 10:30 PM, leaving three people injured, the party confirmed. The attack occurred in front of Rupayan Trade Center in Banglamotor. The injured were identified as NCP leader Asif Uddin Samrat, youth organizer Abdur Rob, and labor wing leader Shafiqul Islam, who suffered injuries to their lips, ears, and eyes. Police official SI Mizanur Rahman stated that the bomb exploded in the middle of the road while several vehicles were passing. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to identify which vehicle launched the attack.

NCP leader Hasnat Abdullah has announced that their party has completed all necessary registration procedures with the Election Commission. "Shapla (Water Lily) is a symbol deeply connected to the common people, and that is why we have requested it," he said. He further mentioned that NCP’s organizational activities are expanding across the country and will continue. “Our goal is to give our utmost efforts to achieve our targets,” he added. Hasnat also noted that public expectations of the NCP are rising, and the party has submitted all required documents for registration. The government has provided a 30 working-day window for the process, and they hope the official certificate will be issued by July.

Sarjis Alam, chief coordinator of the NCP's northern region, has declared that there will be no compromise on core political reforms ahead of the national election. He also reiterated the party’s firm stance on ensuring justice for political killings and issuing the long-awaited July Declaration within the promised timeframe.

“We do not want to see the interim government as weak,” said Alam. “If they portray themselves as powerless, it would be a betrayal of those who gave their lives during the uprising.” He warned that if six out of seven major political parties agree on a single reform issue and one party refuses, the government risks losing its legitimacy. “We expect the government not to forget its responsibilities,” he added.

On Monday, Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, met West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at Nabanna. This meeting marks the first interaction between a Bangladeshi High Commissioner and the CM in nine years. Mamata Banerjee conveyed her greetings to Professor Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh’s main advisor, and the people of Bangladesh. She expressed strong optimism about strengthening the historic ties between the people of West Bengal and Bangladesh, emphasizing that the relationship transcends economic and trade connections. She reaffirmed her commitment to continuing future cooperation with Bangladesh.

An official order from the Ministry of Finance’s Economic Division, issued Monday, states that teachers and staff in MPO-listed private educational institutions, madrasas, and technical institutes, who fall under grade 9 and above equivalent to the national pay scale, will receive a special allowance at a rate of 10% of their basic salary annually starting July 1. Those in grade 10 and below will receive 15% of their basic salary or a minimum of 1,500 BDT annually. This special allowance aims to support educators and staff financially.

After a prolonged 40-day stalemate, supporters of BNP leader Engineer Ishraq Hossain have finally reopened the main gate of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC). This move has restored services for citizens at all service departments. However, while the main gate and several offices have reopened, the chambers of DSCC administrator Shahjahan Mia and several engineers remain locked. Meanwhile, on Sunday, protest coordinator and former secretary Moshiur Rahman urged DSCC staff to resume work, leading to the recommencement of operations on Monday morning.