Former Chief Election Commissioner K.M. Nurul Huda has been granted a four-day remand by the Dhaka court in a case accusing him of orchestrating a fraudulent election. He was arrested on June 22 in Uttara and later produced before the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate. The case, filed by the BNP, names 24 accused including three former election commissioners. Investigators requested a 10-day remand for thorough investigation, but the court approved four days. Social media showed scenes of his arrest by local residents.

The ruling Communist Party of China (CPC) has officially invited Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of Bangladesh’s BNP, to visit China. A nine-member BNP delegation recently traveled to Beijing, where they met with CPC Politburo member and National People’s Congress Deputy Chairman Li Hongzhong at the People’s Great Hall. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral relations, deepen political understanding, and enhance regional cooperation. Both parties expressed optimism about opening a new chapter in their political relationship and expanding collaboration in regional geopolitics.

Police have applied for a 10-day remand of former CEC KM Nurul Huda, citing 11 grounds related to allegations of election manipulation. Among the accusations: failure to ensure a free and inclusive 2018 general election, misuse of constitutional power through partisan administration, manipulating election results, issuing false statements and gazettes to favor a particular party, and acting as the central figure in a fascist system. Authorities claim further investigation is needed to uncover the extent of the alleged rigging and financial transactions.

Professor Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor, inaugurated the nationwide Cub Carnival organized by Bangladesh Scouts on Monday at Shapla Hall, located in his Tejgaon office in Dhaka. He also presented the Shapla Cub Award to the winners. According to a press statement, the carnival is being held simultaneously at 527 locations across the country.

At a Dhaka event, Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus praised the bravery of Bangladeshi Scouts who died during the July Revolution, calling their sacrifice unprecedented in global Scouting history. Speaking at the Bangladesh Scouts Cub Carnival, he recalled his own Scouting journey and emphasized the value of global exposure for youth. He encouraged Scouts to help others as they move forward in life. Gallantry Awards were given to families of eight martyred Scouts, and Shapla Cub Awards were presented to competition winners.

Dismissed and imprisoned BDR members and their families began a march from National Shaheed Minar toward the Chief Adviser’s residence near Jamuna on June 23, demanding justice. Police stopped the march near Shahbagh police station using barricades. Their demands include re-investigation of the Pilkhana massacre trial, release of innocent detainees, and compensation with reinstatement of dismissed members. They accuse past and current governments of inaction and restrictions on the investigation commission. Police say the situation remains under control.

Bangladesh’s banking sector is grappling with a growing crisis due to a sharp increase in non-performing loans (NPLs). As bad loans surge, banks are failing to maintain required provisions, creating a record shortfall of Tk 170,655 crore as of March 2025. Capital reserves have plunged to historic lows, limiting investment capacity. Corruption during the previous government’s tenure worsened the issue. Although reforms are underway, unrecovered and laundered funds have weakened financial foundations, reducing profits and increasing loan interest rates across the economy.

Following a visit to the Horticulture Center in Mouchak, Kaliakair, Gazipur, Home Minister’s Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury clarified on Sunday that reports claiming the arrest of former Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Habibul Awal are inaccurate. “He has not been arrested,” he stated. However, he confirmed that another former CEC, KM Nurul Huda, was detained in Uttara, adding, “The manner in which he was apprehended resembles mob justice, which is unacceptable.”

Four police officers, including the officer-in-charge of Dhamoirhat Police Station in Naogaon, have been withdrawn after HSC exam question paper boxes were found open inside the station. Two officers had already been removed earlier in connection to the incident. Reports indicate that a drug suspect held in the lock-up accessed the boxes, tearing and scattering the papers. The matter came to light the following morning, prompting administrative action over negligence.

Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has condemned the mob attack on former Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Nurul Huda. “Mob justice is never acceptable. What happened to the former CEC—humiliation by placing items around his neck—is completely unacceptable,” he said. He urged the public to report such incidents to law enforcement rather than taking matters into their own hands. “A probe committee will be formed, and legal action will be taken against anyone involved,” he added. He also mentioned plans for legislation to protect agricultural land from illegal occupation.

A gunfight between armed assailants and the military in Jagannathpur, Sunamganj, resulted in the death of a man named Abu Sayeed (32). Authorities recovered three firearms and several homemade weapons from the scene. The clash reportedly stems from a turf war between Kulanji Union Chairman and Jubo League leader Ekram Hossain and local BNP president Atikur Rahman. The military intervened after both sides brandished weapons on Friday. Shots were fired at the military, prompting retaliation.

The government is set to launch a school feeding program in 150 upazilas across 62 districts, aiming to provide meals to primary school students. The Directorate of Primary Education has requested updated data on students and officials for the 2025 academic year by June 30 to implement the project. The directive excludes Cox's Bazar and Bandarban districts.

A BNP leader from Narayanganj's Sonargaon has been accused of threatening to shoot a Saudi Arabia-based expatriate for not paying an alleged extortion demand.

On Sunday, the victim, Sohrab Hossain, filed a complaint at Sonargaon Police Station, alleging that Shahjahan Bhuiyan, president of the local BNP unit (Ward 4, Sadipur Union), demanded Tk 500,000. The complaint states that Bhuiyan pointed a gun at Hossain, threatened to kill him, and physically assaulted Hossain’s wife.

Despite successfully passing the 18th Teacher Registration Exam, candidates over the age of 35 staged a protest in front of the NTRCA (Non-Government Teachers' Registration and Certification Authority) building on Saturday, demanding the right to apply for government teaching positions.

They claimed that based on the age calculation criteria mentioned in the notice published on November 2, 2023, they should be eligible to apply for positions under the 6th mass recruitment circular. However, due to exceeding the age limit, many qualified individuals are being unfairly excluded. Protesters warned that if their demands are not met, they will initiate indefinite street demonstrations.

Detectives have arrested former Islami Bank Managing Director Muhammad Monirul Moula early Monday in connection with a large-scale loan fraud case. He was taken to the Detective Branch headquarters on Mintoo Road. In December, Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) filed a case alleging that over BDT 1,092 crore (approximately $100 million) was embezzled through a fake company named “Murad Enterprise.” A total of 58 individuals, including former chairman and top executives of the bank, were named in the case.