The Advisory Council has approved amendments to the law governing the redrawing of parliamentary constituencies. Legal adviser Asif Nazrul said the previous fascist regime arbitrarily set boundaries for political gain. The new amendments, proposed by the Election Commission, allow boundary redistricting to begin within days of the ordinance's gazette notification. Nazrul also noted sweeping reforms in civil case proceedings—such as banning indefinite postponements and mandating that written statements submitted in court be final and binding.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, during a meeting with young political leaders from Norway, emphasized the importance of youth participation in politics for enacting real change. He criticized Bangladesh’s past electoral system, calling it fraudulent over the last 15 years, and urged youth to help build a new, reformed structure. Norwegian delegates said many Bangladeshi youths they met had never voted in their lives. Yunus stressed that institutional reform is a top priority for the new government.

Jatiya Party Chairman GM Quader, an ally of the ruling Awami League, expressed joy over Khaleda Zia’s return to Bangladesh after years of medical treatment abroad. He expressed hope that she would foster unity and help resolve the nation’s crises. Quader cited economic downturn, social unrest, deteriorating law and order, and political instability as key issues threatening Bangladesh’s future.

National Security Adviser Khondaker Khalilur Rahman declared that Bangladesh, as a sovereign state, reserves the right to meet with any party in its national interest. Commenting on the government's contact with the Arakan Army, he said the group now controls areas along the border and is open to ceasefire talks. “Regardless of who controls the other side, we must maintain peaceful communications to manage our borders,” he added. Myanmar’s military, upset over these contacts, lodged a formal protest in April.

Three NCP women leaders and three female cultural figures welcomed Hefazat-e-Islam’s apology after its leaders allegedly called members of the Women Reform Commission "prostitutes." In a legal notice issued Monday, NCP leaders Syeda Nilima Dola, Dyuti Aranya Chowdhury, and Neela Afroze, along with authors Umme Raihana, Umme Farhana, and Camellia Sharmin Chura, demanded accountability. However, they expressed concern that Hefazat's press release still criticized feminism and warned against “Western agendas” and “religious excess.” They urged the group to abandon divisive politics and respect differing views.

NCP leader Sarwar Tushar stated that the party supports allowing MPs to vote independently on any issue other than the budget or no-confidence motions. The party also proposed reforms including: appointing the most senior judge as Chief Justice, expanding the Supreme Judicial Council’s scope, and using a two-thirds majority in both parliamentary chambers followed by a public referendum for constitutional amendments. They also suggested the council, not parliamentary committees, handle investigations into post-tenure corruption or misconduct by constitutional officeholders.

After 17 years, Dr. Zubaida Rahman visited her ailing mother, Syeda Iqbal Mand Banu, at Panthapath Square Hospital in Dhaka on Tuesday at 6:48 PM. The emotional reunion was marked by Zubaida presenting flowers to her mother. She returned to Bangladesh recently alongside BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Foreign Secretary Md. Jashim Uddin met with Canada’s Indo-Pacific Trade Representative Paul Thoppil to discuss the possibility of initiating talks on a free trade agreement. The Secretary highlighted Bangladesh's multi-dimensional economic reforms and invited Canadian investment in sectors such as ICT, infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, engineering, and renewable energy. Both countries expressed satisfaction over bilateral trade exceeding $3 billion. Bangladesh also emphasized the need to simplify the Canadian education visa process.

Legal adviser Asif Nazrul announced that nine controversial sections from the previous Cyber Security Act have been repealed in the newly amended ordinance, which will result in the automatic dismissal of related cases—constituting 95% of all cases under the previous law. The revised ordinance, expected to be gazetted this week, for the first time recognizes internet access as a fundamental right. It also criminalizes online gambling, and classifies digital abuse and sexual harassment of women and children as punishable offenses. Only two offenses related to freedom of expression remain: dissemination of sexually exploitative content targeting women and children, and inciting religious hatred that provokes violence. Magistrates will have the authority to dismiss baseless cases within 24 hours.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has launched a raid at the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) following allegations of irregularities in the sale of government-supplied LPG cylinders. The operation was triggered by reports of embezzlement and manipulation of prices—where government-subsidized gas cylinders priced at Tk 690 are either vanishing from the market or being sold at inflated rates.

Advisor Asif Nazrul revealed that during his previous visit to Saudi Arabia, he requested officials to regularize undocumented Bangladeshi workers. On his latest visit, he was informed that Saudi Arabia has begun the legalization process for undocumented female workers. He also held meetings with Jordanian officials, who indicated that they too are willing to regularize Bangladeshi workers if they express interest.

Rafe Salman Rifat, a leader of ‘Up Bangladesh,’ announced the launch of a political platform named ‘July Unity’ to demand the banning of the Awami League. The coalition will be formally introduced at 5 PM Tuesday in front of Madhu’s Canteen. The platform seeks justice for the July massacre, a complete list of the dead and injured, compensation, and rehabilitation. Several social and political groups including Inquilab Manch, July Revolutionary Alliance, and Private University Student Alliance of Bangladesh have endorsed the initiative via social media.

BNP leader and Khaleda Zia's physician Dr. Zahid stated that the former Prime Minister is in relatively stable health, both physically and mentally. He expressed gratitude toward law enforcement and thanked Qatar for providing a free air ambulance. “Zubaida Rahman has returned, and Tarique Rahman will follow. That day is not far,” he said. Zubaida is expected to return to London shortly and reunite with Tarique before returning to Bangladesh together.

The Chamber Court has suspended the High Court’s bail granted to Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari in a sedition case. Earlier, the Chamber Court had temporarily stayed the bail. The matter is now set for a full hearing on a later date. State lawyers argued that the Chamber Judge intends to hear the defense before making a final decision.

The scheduled hearing on Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami's appeal against a High Court verdict declaring its registration illegal did not take place. The case was on Tuesday’s cause list in the Appellate Division, led by Chief Justice Dr. Syed Refaat Ahmed. However, due to the prolonged hearing of another appeal involving ATM Azhar, the Jamaat case was postponed. Lawyers say the hearing will be rescheduled once the case is back on the docket.