Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has pledged that if elected, his party will run the state with a sense of accountability and fear of God. “We will not bow to any global superpower,” he stated. Rahman emphasized Jamaat’s long struggle to establish a Quranic society in Bangladesh, saying they aim to build a system like that of Caliph Umar (RA). He called for unity beyond race, religion, or political affiliation and declared martyrdom as the highest honor in a believer’s life.

Akhtar Hossain, Member Secretary of the National Committee to Protect Oil-Gas and Mineral Resources, has received a chilling death threat by mail. The letter, signed under the alias “Bullet,” was delivered to his village home and warns of murder and violence against him and his family. “They’ll kill me wherever they find me,” Akhtar wrote on Facebook. “I’ve had several close brushes with death. Still, I never backed down from protesting, and never will, InshaAllah. My trust lies with Allah.”

BNP leader Abdul Moin Khan has said that the only way to restore democracy in Bangladesh is through a free and fair national election held without delay. “We fought against Pakistan for democracy,” he stated, adding that democracy was later derailed when a one-party BAKSAL system was imposed, ignoring the people's will. “That authoritarian regime ultimately collapsed in 2024 following mass student and public protests,” he noted. Emphasizing BNP’s commitment to inclusive politics, he said, “We do not believe in the politics of vengeance. BNP wants to build the country alongside all pro-democracy citizens. We support freedom of speech and a free media for everyone in Bangladesh.” He also recalled that former President Ziaur Rahman often took rural artists along during foreign trips, and that Zia aimed to rebuild Bangladesh based on nationalism.

BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed has criticized the government, questioning its authority to hand over control of ports and corridors to foreign entities. "What deals have you made abroad? What mandate do you have to transfer our sea ports, river ports, and corridors to foreign powers?" he asked. He stated that the government's sole mandate is to organize a general election in Bangladesh. Salahuddin urged the government to prioritize electoral reforms and hold national elections by December. He also condemned the appointment of a foreign national as the country’s National Security Adviser.

The Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR) has revealed that dismissed soldier Md. Naimul Islam had been planning acts of sabotage under the guise of organizing a protest rally. Since August 5, he had been collaborating with other discharged soldiers to spread provocative messages and incite unrest via media and social platforms. On May 18, he planned to stage a major disruptive rally at the entrance of Dhaka Cantonment. When army personnel attempted to contact him, he attacked them with local weapons. Naimul and two associates were subsequently arrested.

Ordinary officers of the income tax and customs cadres, currently observing a pen-down strike, have called for a resolution through dialogue over the dissolution of the National Board of Revenue (NBR). On Sunday, the strike entered its fourth day. In response, NBR Chairman Abdur Rahman Khan held a meeting and formed a four-member committee to liaise with protesters. However, officials supporting the government gazette claim that those opposing it are attempting to destabilize both the NBR and the administration.

Polytechnic students from institutes across the country have announced protests and human chains on Sunday, including a major rally in front of the High Court in Dhaka. They are demanding the cancellation of a recent court verdict related to craft instructors. Student leader Zubayer Patwari said the issue of craft instructors remains unresolved and must be fully addressed. Mashfiq Islam Dewan added that a draft outlining six key demands has been prepared, including changes to the designations of technical instructors. Students are hopeful these reforms will be implemented soon.

Information Secretary Mahbuba Farzana has announced that the Bangladesh Film Archive will collect and preserve audiovisual documentation of the July Uprising. She said the archive will be modernized with new equipment to ensure the preservation of accurate historical records for future generations. The initiative aims to prevent the distortion of history and will serve as a credible source of information and display.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) detained 17 individuals attempting to cross into Bangladesh through the Haripur border in Thakurgaon. Meanwhile, Indian Border Security Force (BSF) pushed in 11 women and children through two separate areas in Panchagarh. Amid rising tensions over border killings, drone flights, and push-ins, a flag meeting between BGB and BSF was held near Damurhuda in Chuadanga. Both sides agreed to reduce border fatalities to zero, curb illegal crossings and smuggling, enhance patrols, and maintain surveillance operations.

Teachers and staff of the mosque-based child and mass education project besieged the Planning Commission demanding unpaid salaries. The protest, involving 84,000 workers, was suspended after assurances from the Planning Secretary. Prior to this, protesters had submitted a memorandum to the Chief Adviser. Their grievance stems from a recommendation to exclude five months of unpaid salaries in a revised proposal for the now-concluded project. Protesters are demanding full payment before Eid-ul-Adha.

Tarique Rahman has stated that pro-democracy parties in Bangladesh, including the BNP, have consistently called for the government to present a clear roadmap for its action plan. However, the government has failed to respond adequately. Instead of announcing a specific date for the next general election, the administration has entangled the nation in a complex debate of “minor vs major reforms.” Rahman noted that signs of unrest are now visible both inside and outside the government, despite being in power for just 10 months. He reaffirmed that democratic parties remain committed to supporting an interim government to ensure elections that are transparent and accountable to the people. He emphasized that now is the time to institutionalize democracy by developing and implementing effective processes and frameworks.

A legal petition has been filed challenging the validity of the ordinance that dissolved the National Board of Revenue (NBR) and created two new entities: the Revenue Policy Division and the Revenue Administration Division. The petitioner, a lawyer, questioned the ordinance under Articles 26, 31, and 29(1) of the Constitution, arguing it is unconstitutional and beyond legal authority. The ordinance, issued on May 12, dissolved the NBR and the Internal Resources Division to form the two new departments tasked with revenue management and policy formulation.

BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi stated that reforms are not a one-time event but an ongoing process. “The nation has the right to know when these reforms will be completed and when the Election Commission will announce the schedule,” he said. Rizvi criticized the current economic situation, pointing to the fragile stock market and skyrocketing prices of essentials, including spices ahead of Eid-ul-Adha. “Only an elected government can ensure accountability,” he argued. “The people should be free to choose their representatives and decide who holds power. That right has been taken away—and there’s no clear answer as to why it hasn’t been restored.”

At a consultation meeting with tea workers' representatives, Adviser M Sakhawat Hossain assured that their legitimate demands would be implemented promptly. Workers called for wage hikes, permanent housing, nationalization of primary schools within tea gardens, improved sanitation and safe drinking water, trade union reform and election rights, as well as pension and gratuity after retirement. They also demanded measures to preserve the languages and cultures of indigenous communities. In response, Hossain said tea garden owners had raised concerns that auction prices for tea leaves barely cover production costs. The government is considering raising auction prices to proportionately increase wages.

Rashed Khan, a leader of the Gono Odhikar Parishad, stated that appointing Ishraq Hossain as mayor would bring Dhaka a competent and people-friendly leader. In a statement, he criticized the National Citizens’ Party (NCP) for appointing their own people as administrators in Dhaka North and attempting to do the same in the South. However, the court ruled in Ishraq’s favor following the mass uprising. Despite this, the Ministry of Local Government appears unwilling to let a BNP leader like Ishraq assume office, fearing a shift of power away from the NCP. “Ishraq Hossain is a humble, public-oriented figure,” Khan said. “It is his rightful place.”