BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman faces no barriers to returning to Bangladesh and may come back whenever he wishes, according to Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, Home Affairs Adviser of the interim government. He made the remarks after visiting a police station in Gazipur. The adviser also addressed concerns about alleged inhumane pushbacks of Bangladeshis from India. Meanwhile, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir confirmed Tarique’s imminent return. A meeting between Tarique and Dr. Muhammad Yunus in London is scheduled for Friday.

Former press secretary to Khaleda Zia, Maruf Kamal Khan, commented on recent developments in a social media post:
“Following the asset seizure of Salman F Rahman’s son and nephew, the UK has now seized assets belonging to Hasina’s minister Saifuzzaman. This marks an unprecedented moment in Bangladesh’s history—foreign governments seizing wealth of corrupt and fallen rulers.”
He added, “Congratulations to Dr. Muhammad Yunus for this success. Yet the shamelessly corrupt officials of the fascist Awami League still speak, show their faces, and try to remain in politics. Shame on them.”

The caretaker government of Bangladesh is intensifying its efforts to recover funds smuggled abroad during the past 16 years of Sheikh Hasina’s administration. Several assets have already been seized in different countries. Joint collaboration with the UK’s National Crime Agency is underway to trace, identify, and seize illicit funds. Key officials, including the Anti-Corruption Commission chairman and Bangladesh Bank governor, are actively engaging in international discussions. The government is also learning from other countries’ experiences to speed up the recovery process.

Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, will receive the prestigious King Charles Harmony Award today at a ceremony in St. James's Palace, London. King Charles III will personally hand over the award. During his four-day official visit to the UK, Dr. Yunus will also meet King Charles III at Buckingham Palace and hold a meeting with the Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, at Westminster. The Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary confirmed the engagements to BSS.

Two patients undergoing treatment for dengue fever in Barguna have died within a single day, raising the district's death toll to 12. The deceased have been identified as Chan Mia (75) and Gosai Das (70). According to official sources, a total of 1,565 people have been infected with dengue in Barguna over the past six months. Currently, 172 patients are being treated at the Barguna District Hospital. The recent spike in deaths—two within five days—has sparked growing concern among local residents.

British Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has reaffirmed the UK’s support for Bangladesh’s initiatives to recover illicit funds siphoned abroad. During his meeting with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, Reynolds expressed backing for the interim government’s ongoing economic reforms, particularly efforts to stabilize foreign reserves and restore the banking sector. Special envoy Lutfey Siddiqi also proposed launching bilateral free trade agreement talks between Bangladesh and the UK.

Once again, syndicates have deliberately engineered a collapse in Bangladesh’s leather market during Eid-ul-Adha, depriving sacrificial animal donors, seasonal traders, and orphans of their rightful earnings. Despite government efforts to stabilize prices—including free salt distribution, temporary export permissions, and fixed minimum pricing—the syndicate sabotaged the market, causing prices to plummet. In some areas, leather was discarded on the streets. The Commerce Ministry has dismissed reports of 100,000 discarded hides in Chattogram, stating the actual number is likely below 10,000.

The United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has frozen all assets belonging to Saifuzzaman Chowdhury, former Land Minister of Bangladesh. As a result, Chowdhury is no longer permitted to sell or transfer these assets. The action follows a formal request from Bangladeshi authorities, submitted after the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government. UK authorities acted upon the request, marking a significant step in international cooperation on corruption-related matters.

Legal expert Asif Nazrul has expressed frustration over facing criticism regardless of whether he’s responsible for government decisions. Referring to recent backlash regarding a report on the definition of freedom fighters, Nazrul clarified that his ministry’s name appearing on such laws doesn’t necessarily mean they draft or endorse them. “If I must be blamed for any criticism, why don’t I ever receive praise for positive developments?” he questioned, adding that his family has been unfairly dragged into controversies over issues beyond his responsibility.

Residents of Uttarkhan and Dakshinkhan in northern Dhaka have been suffering from severe waterlogging for over two decades, particularly during the monsoon. Knee-deep water frequently submerges local roads, forcing residents to carry extra clothes just to commute. Experts and locals blame unplanned urbanization and inadequate drainage systems for the persistent crisis. Although some government efforts to resolve the issue are underway, residents demand a complete overhaul of the drainage infrastructure.

The Bangladesh Army has apologized for an unfortunate incident where a soldier mistakenly beat a flag vendor, Hannan, outside the National Stadium during the Bangladesh vs. Singapore football match. As a gesture of sympathy, the Army has provided Hannan with Tk 100,000 in compensation. Lt. Col. Afzalur Rahman Chowdhury of the Gulistan Army Camp stated that crowd control measures were necessary as ticketless fans tried to storm the venue, and Hannan was accidentally caught in the commotion. The army traced him immediately after the incident to offer apologies and support.

Jamaat-e-Islami leader Delawar Hossain has said that alongside students and the public, workers played a critical role in the July Uprising. He described the movement as a fight for equality and human dignity, highlighting the sacrifices made by workers, many of whom were killed or disabled. Hossain emphasized that workers are the driving force behind national development, yet their rights remain neglected. He added that true justice for workers will not be achieved until society is governed by Quranic principles and the teachings of Sunnah.

Over the past four days of Eid holidays, Lawachara National Park welcomed 3,946 visitors, generating Tk 450,570 in revenue from entry fees. However, environmental activists have expressed concern about the adverse impact of large crowds on the park’s wildlife. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors, members of the tourist police have been deployed throughout the park.

An expatriate from Katiadi upazila has been unable to build his home for 15 years due to threats and interference by local Awami League-affiliated figures, Golap Mia and Dhalai Mia. Despite attempts to resolve the issue, their relatives, including former police DIG Abdul Kahar Akand and local chairman Abul Kashem Akand, continue to exert influence. After a violent incident in May, the expatriate filed a complaint with police, who are now investigating the matter.

A 19-year-old youth named Jihan Mia has been arrested for attempting to rape a five-year-old girl visiting her grandparents in Bhairab, Kishoreganj. The child’s father filed a case under the Women and Children Repression Prevention Act. According to Bhairab Police Station OC Khondoker Fuad Ruhani, Jihan was arrested the same night following the incident. The child has been sent to the hospital for medical examination.