Education Adviser Professor Dr. Chowdhury Rafiqul Abrar announced that under the new national curriculum, Class 6 students will receive new textbooks starting in 2027. A phased development of the curriculum for Classes 6 through 11 is underway. He noted that while many university vice-chancellor positions had been vacant after July–August, progress has been made, and a high-level panel has been formed for upcoming appointments. The adviser also stated that no question paper leaks occurred during this year’s SSC exams. Additionally, 62 educational development projects worth Tk 1,957 crore are being implemented nationwide, and 1,519 madrasas are currently undergoing the MPO enlistment process.

Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki strongly refuted the viral claim that Liberation War leaders including Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Tajuddin Ahmad had their Freedom Fighter certificates revoked. "Dear brothers and sisters, this is fake news," he said, adding that the new ordinance clearly affirms the recognition of all members of the Mujibnagar Government as Freedom Fighters. To prove his point, Farooki shared a photo of the ordinance, where it explicitly states that the Mujibnagar Government falls under the definition of Freedom Fighters.

The Press Wing FACTS of the Chief Adviser’s Office has firmly rejected the reports circulating in some national media with headlines such as "Recognition of Over 100 Leaders as Freedom Fighters Revoked," labeling them as completely baseless, false, and misleading. Citing Chief Adviser Faruk-e-Azam, the statement clarified, “Members of the Mujibnagar Government are recognized as Freedom Fighters. Those who fought and led the Liberation War are Freedom Fighters, while the officials and staff of that government are considered 'Associate Freedom Fighters'.” According to Faruk-e-Azam, under the Jatiya Muktijoddha Council Ordinance, associates such as diplomats and members of Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra fall under this category, which in no way undermines their honor. The definition set in 1972 has been reinstated, after revisions in 2018 and 2022. Both Freedom Fighters and their associates will continue to enjoy equal respect, recognition, and benefits.

Election Commissioner Brig. Gen. (Retd.) Abul Fazl Md. Sanaullah confirmed after the commission’s sixth meeting that Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami will be granted registration along with its electoral symbol. He explained that according to the Representation of the People Order (RPO), a symbol granted to a party remains reserved for that party.

He also referred to a 2008 gazette that originally registered Jamaat with a symbol. The Supreme Court had earlier instructed the Election Commission to resolve Jamaat’s pending registration and any other related issues according to constitutional mandates.

JAGPA President Rashed Pradhan strongly rejected the budget’s provision to legalize black money, stating, “Who else holds black money besides the Awami League, who has plundered this nation?”

He lamented the lack of measures for 2.7 million unemployed, educated youth. While acknowledging some positive aspects—like a Tk 100 crore fund for new entrepreneurs and reduced prices on essential goods—he said the budget fails to meet public expectations in reducing poverty and unemployment. He welcomed the allocation for victims of the July uprising.

BNP leader Shamsuzzaman Dudu said that nearly 10 months after the fall of the autocratic regime, democratic governance has yet to be restored. He criticized the current administration for preaching “development lessons” similar to those of Sheikh Hasina, under the guise of reform.

He asserted that democracy is essential to defeat fascism, adding that India is spreading propaganda against Bangladesh, and only elections can counter this. He echoed Khaleda Zia and Tarique Rahman’s views that the path to democracy must be protected and elections are the only solution.

Around 3 a.m. Tuesday, India’s Border Security Force (BSF) pushed back 32 Bangladeshi nationals—including women and children—across the Bijoypur border in Durgapur, Netrokona. The group was later detained by Bangladesh’s Border Guard (BGB), which confirmed that the individuals included 22 women, 9 men, and 1 child. All are Bangladeshi citizens. They have been handed over to Durgapur police.

A second person has died following internal clashes between BNP factions in Kaliganj, Jhenaidah. The victim, 62-year-old Yunus Ali, succumbed to his injuries after his brother, Mohabbat Ali, was previously killed in the same incident.

Mohabbat’s son, Enamul, filed a case naming 58 individuals and accusing 30-40 unidentified persons. The conflict stemmed from a long-standing power struggle between Nazrul Islam and Arif Hossain in Jamal Union. Although Nazrul was previously affiliated with the Awami League, he joined BNP after the recent political shift.

The body of four-year-old Lamia Khatun was recovered from the septic tank of an abandoned house belonging to Awami League leader Rupa Rahman in Shahjadpur, Sirajganj. Police found the child with her hands tied, a towel around her neck, and tape over her mouth and nose.

Lamia had been staying at her grandparents’ home while her parents worked in Dhaka. She went missing Tuesday afternoon. Locals noted that Rupa Rahman has been in hiding since the recent mass uprising. Police suspect the child was tortured before being murdered.

BNP leader Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury criticized the government for announcing the budget without consulting political parties. Speaking at a press conference, he denounced the imposition of taxes on education, calling it unjustified. He pledged that a future BNP government would eliminate education-related taxes.

He added, “With inflation soaring and incomes declining, raising taxes will only burden the public. The budget should prioritize improving people's living standards, not widening inequality.”

GOP leader Rashed Khan criticized the interim government's proposed budget, stating that it mirrors the practices of previous regimes, including a deficit of Tk 2.26 trillion. He said, “Once again, the budget leans heavily on foreign dependency.”

He condemned the provision allowing black money to be legalized through real estate purchases and construction, calling it unconstitutional and unjust. However, he welcomed the allocation of Tk 405 crore for victims and martyrs of the July uprising. Khan expressed doubts about whether this fund will be used appropriately and warned that new currency printing could worsen inflation.

The Commission on Enforced Disappearances has submitted its second interim report to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus. Following the submission, Yunus emphasized the need to publish the report both online and in book form. He remarked, “What you’ve uncovered warrants the creation of a horror museum. People must understand the brutality of being confined for months in a three-by-three-foot cell. This cruelty must be exposed.”

The commission reported that it has received 1,850 complaints to date, of which 1,350 have been verified. The total number could exceed 3,500. Over 300 victims remain missing.

UN Resident Coordinator Gwyn Lewis emphasized that inclusive elections should focus on citizens’ participation rather than just the involvement of political parties. Speaking at a DCAB Talk in Dhaka, she voiced strong support for the current government's reform initiatives aimed at ensuring fair elections. She also stressed the importance of accountability for the July massacre. On the issue of aid to Myanmar’s Rakhine State, she clarified that the UN is not part of any discussions regarding the creation of a humanitarian corridor.

The AB Party has called for urgent improvements in the services, labor rights, legal aid, and overall welfare provided by Bangladeshi embassies worldwide to ensure a stable flow of remittance income.

Following a meeting with legal advisor Dr. Asif Nazrul, AB Party leader Asaduzzaman Fuad stated that the party is pressing the interim government to take swift and concrete actions based on recommendations received from migrant communities across over 100 countries, including Malaysia.

Fuad emphasized that “a political party’s fundamental duty is to identify public issues and resolve them. AB Party is advocating for actionable steps to address the most pressing concerns of overseas Bangladeshis.”

Despite difficulties in finding new banknotes at commercial banks, they are being freely sold in open markets such as under the Gulistan Complex, near the Bangladesh Bank headquarters, and beneath the Sadarghat branch.

Although many bank branches are running out of new currency notes, the open market remains flooded with them. From Monday, ten additional banks have started distributing new notes on behalf of Bangladesh Bank. These banks include:

Sonali Bank

Janata Bank

Agrani Bank

Rupali Bank

Pubali Bank

Uttara Bank

Dutch-Bangla Bank

Islami Bank

Al-Arafah Islami Bank

BRAC Bank

Bangladesh Bank spokesperson Arif Hossain stated that local branches of these banks have been supplied with new notes. However, the specific branches distributing them will be determined by the banks themselves.