In Barguna’s Amtali Sadar Union, Firoz Khan, the convener of the Union Youth League and a UP member, reportedly coerced the chairman into signing a duty letter by threatening him, saying, “Either sign it or come to the police station.” The incident took place at a local tea stall, where Firoz Khan compelled Chairman Zahidul Islam Mithu Mridha to sign a document assigning Firoz responsibility. Prior to this, there were allegations against Firoz for preventing the chairman from attending council meetings. According to the forced letter, due to the chairman’s illness, Firoz Khan (also known as Taposh), the UP member of Ward No. 2, has been assigned chairman duties from June 19 to July 10.

A February survey by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) reveals that just 27.24% of citizens feel they can openly express their opinions about government activities. The survey shows 27.87% of urban residents and 26.94% of rural residents believe they have this freedom regarding political issues. Gender-wise, 31.86% of men feel they have the liberty to voice opinions on government actions, compared to only 23.02% of women. Additionally, only 21.19% of citizens believe they have influence over political processes, with 26.55% of men and 17.81% of women sharing this view.

Professor Mia Golam Porwar, a leader of Jamaat-e-Islami, emphasized the importance of remembering death, stating, “Our time of death is fixed; we must pass away at that appointed time.” Speaking at the funeral of Sirajul Islam Motlib, former Amir of Moulvibazar district Jamaat, Porwar reflected on the late leader’s life as a true embodiment of the Islamic movement’s teachings. He praised Motlib’s character, mentioning that the book A Little Sweet Smile and the Islamic Movement mirrors the life of Dewan Sirajul Islam, who was known for his warmth and closeness with people.

In a statement marking World Refugee Day, BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman declared the party’s full solidarity with forcibly displaced people worldwide and pledged ongoing support for international repatriation initiatives. Highlighting the Rohingya crisis, Rahman noted that Bangladesh hosts over 1.4 million Rohingya in the world’s largest refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar. “This issue is a severe burden for Bangladesh,” he said, urging the global community to hold Myanmar accountable and push for a sustainable resolution.

BNP leader Syed Emran Saleh Prince emphasized that while party members should earn legally and ethically, wealth accumulation should not be their sole focus. “Patriotism and public service must be the guiding principles for political activists,” he said. Prince also warned against complacency ahead of the next general election, urging party members to engage with communities at the grassroots level. He stated that disciplinary breaches and actions harming the party's image would no longer be tolerated, and reiterated the party’s demand for free and fair elections before the upcoming Ramadan.

Professor Ali Riaz, Vice-Chair of the National Consensus Commission, stated that nearly all political parties support reforming Bangladesh’s presidential election system, currently outlined in Article 48(1) of the Constitution. The second round of discussions also addressed the idea of a bicameral legislature, with broad agreement on a 100-seat upper house. There was further debate on limiting prime ministerial terms. The talks, held in a cordial atmosphere, involved 30 political parties. The next session will be held on Sunday, aiming for consensus on key national issues.

The Nationalist Citizen Party (NCP) is preparing to apply for registration as a political party with the Election Commission by Sunday. Senior Joint Convener of the NCP, Ariful Islam Adib, confirmed that the party’s draft constitution has already been finalized.

According to the rules of the Election Commission (EC), a party seeking registration must have a central committee, established offices in at least one-third of the country’s districts (with a central office), and presence in at least 100 upazilas or metropolitan police station areas. Additionally, specific clauses must be included in the party’s constitution.

Sources within the NCP said that they have already formed coordination committees in 33 districts and 127 upazilas across the country. Regarding the progress, Ariful Islam Adib said, “We will submit our registration application by Sunday. The draft constitution is finalized and will be presented at the general meeting scheduled for Friday for final approval.”

RAB-13 has seized 397 bottles of Phensedyl and 25.5 kilograms of cannabis in two separate anti-drug raids in Rangpur and Lalmonirhat, with an estimated value of Tk 25 million. Four individuals were arrested, and a microbus was also confiscated. The drugs were recovered from a deep tube well house in Dinajpur and a microbus in Kaliganj. All suspects have been handed over to the police for further legal action. RAB confirmed the news in an official press release on Thursday.

Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, declared during a visit to an IRGC Aerospace Force base that Iranian forces are fully prepared and highly motivated to strike Israeli targets. “With Allah’s help, we will carry out unceasing attacks on the occupying Zionist forces. There are no limits in front of us,” he said, praising recent IRGC strikes as precise and devastating.

Rice and vegetable prices have spiked across Dhaka within a week, with rice rising by up to Tk 5 per kg and vegetables by Tk 40 per kg. Traders and consumers suspect syndicate manipulation, while millers cite increased paddy prices. Heavy rains have disrupted vegetable supply, causing further inflation. While chicken prices remain stable, eggs have become cheaper. Fish prices rose, but beef and mutton became slightly cheaper. Market volatility continues, sparking concerns among daily shoppers and prompting calls for government intervention.

Rumor Scanner has uncovered an attempt to influence political opinion using a fake Facebook profile that misused photos of a UAE minister to falsely portray international support for Bangladesh’s ruling party, the Awami League.

The investigation, launched in September last year, focused on a profile named "Tamanna Akter Yasmin." It was found that the account used photos and videos of Reem Al Hashimy, UAE’s Minister of State for International Cooperation, presenting them as if the profile owner were an influential figure lobbying for the Awami League on the global stage.

In reality, the images—often showing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and other political figures—were outdated and misleading. After the exposure, the individual behind the profile allegedly created a new account to resume spreading misinformation.

The Sylhet Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court has issued arrest warrants against Bosundhara Group chairman Ahmed Akbar Sobhan, his son Syed Sobhan Anvir, and four others over dishonored cheques totaling over 600,000 taka. The case was filed by former Kaler Kantho Sylhet bureau chief Ahmed Noor, who worked for 12.5 years without receiving full service benefits. Despite legal notices and court summons, the accused failed to appear, prompting the court’s action on June 19.

A high-level BNP delegation, led by Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, will visit China on June 22 at the invitation of the Communist Party of China. The visit was confirmed after the delegation met with Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen at the Chinese Embassy in Dhaka’s Baridhara on Thursday. The trip is part of ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two parties. BNP’s media cell confirmed the visit as a response to a formal invitation from China’s ruling party.

Sheikh Bashiruddin, Trade Advisor to the Caretaker Government, revealed that during the previous fascist regime, syndicates destroyed businesses and markets across the country, severely harming consumer rights. Speaking at a discussion on “Strengthening Consumer Rights” at the TCB auditorium in Dhaka, he emphasized the urgent need to form a consumer syndicate to counteract these market syndicates. The event was organized by the Consumer Association of Bangladesh with support from the National Consumer Rights Protection Department.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is investigating allegations involving Tulip Rizwana Siddiq, daughter of Sheikh Rehana, over the illegal acquisition of two Gulshan apartments. The flats were reportedly obtained without payment through misuse of power and in collusion with officials from Eastern Housing and RAJUK. In connection with the probe, the ACC has summoned nine former RAJUK officials, including a former chairman, to appear on June 22 and 23 for questioning regarding their roles in facilitating the fraudulent registration and ownership transfer.