A local Youth League leader, Sohanur Rahman Azom, has been sent to jail in connection with the murder of Jamaat-e-Islami member Shahabul Islam in Sundarganj, Gaibandha. Police arrested Azom from his in-laws' house on Saturday night. He was reportedly serving as the Joint Convener of the municipal Youth League.

Shahabul was killed on the day of the 2014 national elections.

The Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant's first unit is expected to go into operation by the end of 2025, according to Russian Ambassador Alexander V. Khokhin. Speaking at a Russia Day event in Dhaka, he highlighted the significance of the project during the 80th anniversary of WWII victory and Soviet nuclear industry. Built with Russian assistance via Rosatom, the 1,200 MW unit is in final preparations for trial operation, marking a milestone in Bangladesh’s energy and diplomatic ties with Russia.

In Sylhet's Gowainghat, activists from BNP-affiliated Jubo Dal and Chhatra Dal blocked the motorcade of two government advisers after a visit to Jaflong. The protest was reportedly linked to illegal stone extraction interests. One key leader, Zahid Khan, was expelled from Jubo Dal, while others are under investigation. A viral video helped identify multiple protest leaders. BNP and its wings have begun internal disciplinary actions, though police have yet to take legal steps. Authorities say further investigation is underway to identify all involved.

During the Eid-ul-Azha holidays from June 5 to 13, the national emergency helpline 999 received over 14,000 calls, with 13,831 seeking police assistance. Reports included extortion at cattle markets, roads, and rivers, as well as forced relocation of livestock. A total of 1,271 Eid-related complaints were addressed. Additionally, there were over 4,000 calls related to physical assaults, over 1,000 ambulance requests, and nearly 1,000 reports of criminal activities. Authorities responded and resolved many of the reported issues during the holiday period.

Advocate Farzana Sharmin Putul, BNP media cell member and joint convenor of Natore District BNP, emphasized the need for a new political direction under Tarique Rahman’s leadership. Speaking at an Eid reunion in Lalpur, she called for a country free from terrorism, corruption, and political oppression. She criticized the current government for human rights violations and promised justice and fair governance if BNP comes to power. She also pledged to fight for employment and education rights for deserving youth who are currently denied opportunities.

Bangladesh reported one new death from dengue in the past 24 hours, bringing the death toll this year to 30. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) also confirmed that 249 new dengue patients were admitted to hospitals during the same period, pushing the total number of infections this year to 5,988.

Barisal Division saw the highest number of new hospital admissions with 134 cases. In Dhaka, 43 patients were hospitalized within the two city corporations, followed by 9 in the rest of Dhaka Division, 39 in Chattogram, 7 in Mymensingh, 8 in Khulna, 5 in Rajshahi, 3 in Rangpur, and 1 in Sylhet.

Bangladesh’s defaulted loans have surged to Tk 4.20 trillion as of March 2025, up from Tk 3.45 trillion in December 2024 — a sharp rise of Tk 74,570 crore in just one quarter. The increase is largely tied to questionable loans disbursed under the previous government, with several banks now revealing the true extent of unpaid loans. Islami Bank, First Security Islami Bank, Global Islami Bank, Union Bank, and Social Islami Bank saw notable spikes. Currently, 24.13% of total bank loans are classified as defaulted.

The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has reported one new death and 26 fresh COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours. Additionally, four patients have recovered during this period. A total of 291 samples were tested, with a positivity rate of 14.29%. Since the pandemic began in March 2020, the cumulative test positivity rate stands at 13.05%.

Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, leader of Islami Andolan Bangladesh, expressed concerns over a private meeting held in London between key political figures. He stated that the confidential nature of the talks has raised questions in political circles and caused discomfort among political parties. To restore confidence and ensure transparency, he urged that the discussions and outcomes of the meeting be disclosed to the nation.

He further noted that despite a public announcement by the Chief Adviser regarding election dates, the subsequent joint declaration to reconsider the timeline after the private meeting has created unease. Karim called on the government and stakeholders to ensure that electoral reforms and justice are not overshadowed. He also urged the opposition BNP to actively participate in reforms to resist authoritarianism.

Two accused in a drug case escaped from the Shariatpur District and Sessions Judge Court premises on Sunday around 1 PM. The suspects, Suruj Madbor and Dulal Sheikh, were brought from Padma South Police Station for a hearing. They fled in handcuffs while being taken to the holding cell, evading police attention. Law enforcement later re-arrested Dulal Sheikh, while the search continues for Suruj Madbor. Shariatpur police confirmed the incident and assured that efforts are underway to apprehend the fugitive.

Teenage gangs are forming across Jhenaidah due to widespread drug abuse, sparking serious concern among local authorities. At a recent law and order committee meeting, officials criticized the Department of Narcotics Control for failing to act effectively. Specific hotspots of drug activity across the district were identified, with calls for stronger, more coordinated action. Community leaders, health officials, and law enforcement emphasized the urgent need for public cooperation and regular crackdowns to combat the growing crisis and save the youth from ruin.

Law enforcement agencies have identified 23 Bangladeshi nationals who were pushed back into the country through the Thakurgaon border by Indian Border Security Force (BSF). The group includes five men, twelve women, and six children.

The incident occurred at around 1:30 AM on Saturday night via the Chapsara border. Bangladesh Border Guard (BGB) patrol units responded promptly, detaining the individuals and transferring them to Haripur Police Station. The returnees were later handed over to their families on Sunday afternoon.

According to their statements, they were expelled without any of their belongings. "We weren’t even allowed to bring a single thread," said one of the returnees, adding, “The BSF warned us not to look back or we’d be shot.”

Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has called for increased use of bamboo in furniture production to ease pressure on wood resources. Speaking at a post-Eid meeting with Environment Ministry officials, she highlighted bamboo’s environmental benefits, rapid growth, and availability. She directed the Forest Industries Corporation to boost bamboo furniture production and urged technological innovation through the Bamboo Research Centre. She also emphasized export potential by producing modern, sustainable, and stylish bamboo furniture to meet both local and global demand.

In response to the emergence of a new COVID-19 variant and rising dengue cases, the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE) has issued six key health directives for all educational institutions across Bangladesh:

Frequent handwashing with soap for at least 20 seconds.

Avoiding large gatherings and wearing face masks in public.

Maintaining a minimum distance of 3 feet from infected individuals.

Refraining from touching the face with unclean hands.

Covering nose and mouth with a tissue, cloth, or elbow while coughing or sneezing.

Launching awareness campaigns involving teachers and students to prevent the spread of dengue nationwide.

The DSHE emphasized strict adherence to these measures to safeguard public health in schools and colleges.