With the next general election approaching, Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish is finalizing its list of candidates for all 300 parliamentary seats. The party aims to complete the process by June 21. According to a recent organizational meeting, nominations will be given to candidates with strong grassroots popularity, organizational credibility, and active political presence. The party also reviewed preparations of potential candidates, many of whom plan to contest using the rickshaw symbol. Khelafat Majlish emphasized that unlike the last three “mock elections,” this one must be held under the current interim government after necessary reforms.

According to an official announcement on the Health and Family Welfare Ministry’s website, the Directorate General of Health Services has launched an emergency program to distribute health cards to those injured in the July mass uprising.
Health cards prepared for various districts have already been sent to the respective Civil Surgeons. Each Civil Surgeon is instructed to appoint a designated representative to ensure prompt delivery of the cards to injured individuals.
The initiative is currently underway in 36 districts, covering 4,551 injured persons. The health cards will allow recipients to receive essential medical services either free of charge or at discounted rates.

Continuous heavy rainfall and upstream mountain streams from India’s Tripura state have caused severe flooding in low-lying border areas of Akhaura upazila in Brahmanbaria. The floodwaters have submerged parts of Mogra, Moniond, and Dakshin unions.
Local authorities have initiated emergency response measures. Waterlogging has also affected key installations such as the Akhaura International Immigration Checkpost and the Customs House.

Chowdhury Ashiq Mahmood, Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), has expressed optimism over investment prospects as a large delegation of Chinese business leaders is currently visiting Bangladesh. This initiative coincides with the government’s ongoing work to establish a dedicated Chinese Economic Zone in the country.
The Chinese delegation, led by Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, arrived in Dhaka on Saturday for a three-day visit, comprising nearly 250 investors and entrepreneurs from 143 companies. Mahmood noted that the recent Investment and Trade Conference saw robust participation from both Chinese and Bangladeshi investors.
He also confirmed that BEZA has signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding with China for cooperation in the power sector, and another MoU has been signed for an agriculture-based project in Chandpur.

Zonayed Saki, leader of Ganosamhati Andolon, stated that it is perfectly normal for political parties to demand elections. He warned that portraying such demands as part of an “Indian agenda” is a dangerous narrative. “There’s nothing criminal about demanding elections,” Saki said. “If elections are not held by December, the government must clearly explain why to the public. Without a specific date, many necessary reforms cannot proceed. While there is consensus on several reform issues, others can be resolved through discussion.”
In the same event, AB Party President Mojibur Rahman Monju added, “The government failed to unite us or present a clear political roadmap. We must not squander this historic opportunity.”

Following a Supreme Court directive reinstating the registration of Jamaat-e-Islami, party leaders and activists from Atghoria Upazila in Pabna held a celebratory procession. District Nayeb-e-Ameer and former Upazila Chairman Maulana Zohurul Islam Khan addressed the gathering. In Tangail, a prayer event was also held where District Ameer Ahsan Habib Masud was the chief guest. Participants expressed overwhelming joy and excitement during the celebrations.

Police have arrested Akash Chowdhury, a suspended member of Jamaat-e-Islami, for kicking a woman during a rally organized by the Democratic Student Alliance in Chattogram. Akash became notorious on social media following a series of violent acts after the recent mass uprising—including assaults on dissenters, abducting a youth from the streets, and the public harassment of a woman. Officer-in-Charge Abdul Karim confirmed that Akash has been presented before the court under the Speedy Trial Act.

Three separate cases have been filed at Nagarkanda Police Station in connection with the recent attack on 18-year-old Baishakhi Islam Barsha, a prominent anti-discrimination activist in Faridpur. Barsha herself filed two of the cases, while police lodged the third over obstruction of law enforcement duties during the incident. Authorities have arrested six individuals so far. Following the incident, the officer-in-charge (OC) of the local police station was withdrawn by the district police administration.

Jamaat-e-Islami has dismissed widespread social media rumors that party Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman recently made a secret trip to Doha, Qatar. In a statement, the party’s Acting Secretary General Maulana ATM Masum clarified that the claims are entirely false and politically motivated. He asserted that Dr. Rahman remained in the country and provided a detailed list of events and programs the party chief attended from May 8 to May 31. Masum alleged the rumors were part of a malicious campaign to tarnish the image of Jamaat’s leadership in the public eye.

BNP leader Major (Retd.) Hafizuddin Ahmed has claimed that a few members of the government's advisory council are facing corruption allegations. He stated that after assuming their roles, some advisers allegedly began securing licenses for their relatives in relevant ministries, causing harm to both the nation and themselves. Criticizing the inclusion of student leaders in advisory roles, Hafiz remarked, “Students should be studying at universities at this age. They can enter politics after earning their degrees.” He accused the current advisers of misguiding a once-promising generation of student activists, saying their involvement in lobbying and disruptive demonstrations has diverted them from constructive political engagement. Hafiz warned that what could have been the future leadership of Bangladesh was squandered by prematurely involving them in the cabinet.

A total of 105 foreign nationals, including several Bangladeshis, were deported from Kuala Lumpur International Airport by Malaysia’s Aviation Security (AVSEC) for failing to meet essential entry conditions. In an official statement, authorities said they identified deceptive tactics used by these individuals during an operation. The passengers were found to be using Malaysia as a transit point en route to third countries. Authorities have ordered their return to their home countries.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) seized Indian contraband items worth Tk 20.3 crore during an anti-smuggling operation at Haluarghat along the Surma River in Sunamganj early Sunday. Lt. Col. AKM Zakaria Kadir stated that the seized goods included 1,700 Indian sarees, 7,200 cosmetic creams, and 180 kg of cumin seeds.

Press Secretary Shafiqur Alam revealed that Japan is planning significant investment in the Matarbari project. Discussions also included sending 100,000 Bangladeshi workers to Japan each year. Japan’s main investment agency, JETRO, responded positively, and progress was made toward resolving visa-related complications. A substantial portion of the $29 million master plan will be funded by Japan.

The National Consensus Commission is set to begin its second round of dialogue with political parties on Monday at 4:30 PM. The discussion will be inaugurated by Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus at the Foreign Service Academy. Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam Azad Mazumdar said that all parties involved in the reform process have been invited and expressed hope that this dialogue would help finalize the July Charter.

A rice mill owned by a BNP leader in Sathia, Pabna was allegedly attacked, looted, and vandalized by activists of Jubo League and Chhatra League after he refused to pay extortion money. Businessman Rafiqul Islam filed a case naming 17 individuals and another 15–20 unknown attackers. During the attack, motorcycles were damaged, four workers assaulted, and four sacks of mustard along with cash were looted. Estimated loss: Tk 7 lakh. Named accused include Ismail Pramanik (40), president of Ward-1 Jubo League, and banned Chhatra League leader Mithu (35).