Senior lawyer Mohammad Siddiq Ullah Mia has issued a legal notice demanding the immediate activation of a Tk 400 crore power distribution project in Bhola to alleviate severe electricity shortages affecting residents. The notice calls for uninterrupted power supply, particularly in remote areas such as Charfassion and Monpura upazilas, where outages have been most acute.

The notice names as respondents the secretary of the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, the chairman of the Rural Electrification Board, the general manager of Bhola Palli Bidyut Samiti, and the managing director of the West Zone Power Distribution Company. It states that despite Bhola being a major producer of natural gas and electricity, the district is suffering from extreme and unequal power disruptions, leaving much of the area without electricity for most of the day. This has severely affected public health, education, and local businesses.

If no satisfactory response or visible action is taken within seven days, the lawyer intends to file a public interest writ petition with the High Court under Article 102 of the Constitution to protect citizens’ fundamental rights.

A local BNP leader named Shafi Sikder was detained by residents in Mirzapur, Tangail, after being found in a compromising situation at the house of his lover, Sabina Akter, around midnight on Monday. Locals surrounded the house in Sonalia village and caught the pair, later subjecting Shafi to a public beating. Following the incident, the two agreed to marry, and the marriage was completed with a dowry of five lakh taka in the presence of local leaders and police.

The incident quickly spread on social media, prompting the Mirzapur upazila BNP to expel Shafi Sikder from the party the next day. The expulsion was confirmed through a letter signed by the upazila BNP office secretary, Harun-or-Rashid. Shafi, a joint general secretary of the Bashhtoil Union BNP, is a resident of Kotamara village.

Police and local political figures intervened to resolve the situation. Shafi’s previous wife and children later assaulted him at the scene, after which he was taken to a hospital for treatment.

The Bangladesh Student Rights Council has warned that it will organize a long march toward the border or surround the Indian High Commission in Dhaka if illegal push-ins from India into Bangladesh are not stopped. The warning came from the organization’s central president, Nazmul Hasan, during a press conference held on June 9 at Dhaka University’s Madhur Canteen. He also expressed concern over the deteriorating law and order situation and the activities of the banned Awami League and Chhatra League.

During the event, Hasan alleged that despite being banned, these groups continue to engage in rallies, attacks, and violence in various areas. He accused a vested group within the administration of supporting the Awami League’s agenda. The council also demanded justice for victims of past movements and criticized the lack of progress in related tribunal cases.

The organization presented four demands, including stricter law enforcement against banned political activities, increased budget allocations for education and health, removal of pro-Awami League officials from the administration, and diplomatic action to stop illegal push-ins from India.

A Krishak Dal leader in Faridpur’s Bhanga upazila has alleged that a police officer assaulted him inside the local police station on Monday night, rupturing his eardrum. The injured leader, Fardin Hasan Ujjal, is currently receiving treatment at Bhanga Upazila Health Complex. The incident reportedly occurred when Ujjal went to the station to deliver medicine and food to an acquaintance who had been detained earlier that evening.

According to Krishak Dal’s general secretary Kamrul Islam, Ujjal identified himself to Sub-Inspector Kabir Hossain but was nevertheless beaten and forced out of the station. The assault sparked anger among Krishak Dal members, who later held a protest meeting at Bhanga Eidgah Madrasa field on Tuesday, demanding an investigation and the withdrawal of the officer involved. Police personnel reportedly apologized to the victim in an attempt to defuse the situation.

Sub-Inspector Kabir Hossain described the incident as an unintended misunderstanding that was resolved immediately, though Krishak Dal leaders continued to call for accountability.

Two local leaders of the BNP’s student and youth wings were killed when a Narayanganj City Corporation waste truck ran over their motorcycle in Siddhirganj on Tuesday evening. The victims were identified as Abdul Kadir Jilani, 26, former general secretary of Fatullah Union Chhatra Dal, and Masum Billah, 27, publicity secretary of Ward 9, Kutubpur Union Jubo Dal. The accident occurred around 6 p.m. in the Jalkuri Jhudpotti area while they were on their way to a coil factory inauguration.

Eyewitnesses said the two men were attempting to overtake the truck when their motorcycle lost control and slipped, causing them to fall under the truck’s wheels. Both died on the spot. Masum Billah, originally from Dashmina in Patuakhali, lived in Fatullah’s Shibu Market area and was involved in local politics and business. Abdul Kadir, from Motlob Uttar in Chandpur, lived in Fatullah’s Delpara Bank Colony area.

Siddhirganj Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md. Emdadul Haque confirmed that the truck had been seized and the bodies sent for autopsy. An investigation is underway.

Police and Border Guard Bangladesh recovered the decomposed body of an unidentified Bengali trader from a forest near Jaitun Para in Ruma upazila of Bandarban on Tuesday morning. The body, which bore a gunshot wound to the head, was sent to Bandarban Sadar Hospital morgue for autopsy. Law enforcement officials detained twelve people for questioning in connection with the killing and filed a case at Ruma Police Station. Authorities said security operations have been intensified in the area to uncover the motive behind the murder.

Local organizations strongly condemned the killing, blaming armed miscreants for the attack. In response, several groups including the Parbatya Chattogram Nagorik Parishad, Chhatra Parishad, Jubo Parishad, and Mohila Parishad held a protest rally at the Muktamancha grounds in Bandarban town. Speakers at the rally demanded a fair investigation, enhanced security for Bengali residents in the hill region, and the reestablishment of withdrawn army camps and new Border Guard posts to curb armed activities.

Police confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and that maintaining law and order in the area remains a top priority.

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury told the National Parliament that initiatives are underway to strengthen Bangladesh’s capital market through institutional and regulatory reforms. Responding to a supplementary question from a lawmaker during Tuesday’s question-and-answer session, he said the reforms aim to boost domestic capital mobilization and stimulate overall economic activity.

The minister acknowledged that the current state of the capital market remains weak and that several financial products essential for its growth are yet to be fully developed. He said the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has been restructured to enhance market oversight and efficiency, with experienced professionals added to strengthen the regulator’s capacity.

He expressed optimism that a stronger regulatory framework and ongoing reforms will revitalize the capital market, enabling it to play a more effective role in channeling public savings into productive investments and supporting sustainable economic growth.

Bangladesh Bank has decided to appoint administrators to five non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs) as part of a closure or liquidation process. The decision was made at a board meeting held on Tuesday at the central bank’s headquarters, chaired by Governor Mostakur Rahman. The institutions affected are FAS Finance, Fareast Finance, Aviva Finance, Peoples Leasing and Financial Services, and International Leasing and Financial Services. Four other NBFIs—BIFC, Premier Leasing, GSP Finance, and Prime Finance—have been given three months to recover.

According to the central bank, the five institutions facing closure hold deposits of about Tk 2,700 crore from 27,000 individual depositors. Each depositor will be eligible to receive up to Tk 10 lakh after administrators are appointed. The decision follows years of financial distress, high default rates, and failure to return deposits. Bangladesh Bank had earlier issued notices to 20 NBFIs over poor performance, later narrowing the list to nine, and now five are set for closure.

The financial sector has been struggling with liquidity shortages, high non-performing loans, and weak governance. The central bank’s resolution framework aims to restore stability and protect depositors’ interests.

The Water Development Board (WDB) in Comilla’s Titas upazila has reportedly suspended an eviction drive at Asmania Bazar, where land acquired for a flood protection embankment in 1996 was later occupied by shops and houses. The operation, scheduled for June 9, 2026, aimed to remove about 122 illegal structures but was halted without prior notice, sparking local anger and speculation.

Local residents alleged that around 3 million taka was collected to stop the eviction, with claims of 25,000 taka taken per shop, though no credible evidence was found. Narandia Union Parishad chairman and local Awami League president Arifuzzaman Khoka denied any financial dealings, saying the delay was for humanitarian reasons following requests from traders and representatives. WDB executive engineer Md. Rashed Shahriar stated the suspension was temporary and made at the request of local representatives and the UNO, while the UNO denied involvement.

The WDB had earlier issued notices in January 2025 for voluntary removal of illegal structures and marked the sites on June 7. Locals are now demanding a transparent investigation and resumption of the eviction drive.

Bangladesh achieved a historic milestone by defeating Australia for the first time in a One Day International on home soil. The match, held at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, saw Bangladesh secure an 86-run victory under the DLS method in the first game of a three-match series. Batting first after losing the toss, Bangladesh posted 284 for 8 in 50 overs, led by Mosaddek Hossain’s unbeaten 86, Najmul Hossain Shanto’s 67, and Tanzid Hasan Tamim’s 54.

In reply, Australia reached 191 for 9 in 42.2 overs before rain ended play. Young pacer Nahid Rana took four wickets, while Mustafizur Rahman and Mosaddek each claimed two. For Australia, Alex Carey scored 47, Cameron Green remained unbeaten on 52, and Cooper Connolly added 35. Nathan Ellis was the most effective Australian bowler with three wickets for 38 runs.

With this victory, Bangladesh took a 1–0 lead in the series, marking their first ODI win over Australia at home and their second overall after the 2005 Cardiff triumph.

A high-level delegation from the European Union met with Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizens Party (NCP) and opposition chief whip, to discuss the implementation of key reforms approved in the recent referendum. The meeting took place on Tuesday afternoon at the NCP central office in Banglamotor, with EU Ambassador Michael Miller leading the delegation and Nahid Islam heading the NCP team.

According to the NCP, the discussion reviewed the EU Election Observation Team’s guidance to ensure transparent and credible elections. Both sides also exchanged views on institutional frameworks ahead of the upcoming local government elections. At the conclusion of the meeting, the two parties reaffirmed their commitment to continuing dialogue and strengthening constructive international cooperation.

Following the meeting, NCP leaders guided the EU delegation to view graffiti commemorating the historic July Revolution, reflecting the hopes and spirit of youth during that period.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed told Parliament on Tuesday that Islami Bank, Mirza Fakhrul Islam, and Jamaat-e-Islami should not be equated with Islam, warning against using religion to justify all actions. He made the remarks while addressing issues surrounding Islami Bank and its recent controversies.

Ahmed demanded investigations into the dismissal of employees from Islami Bank, urging reinstatement of those unfairly terminated and review of politically motivated appointments. He stated that under the Bank Company Act, Bangladesh Bank has the authority to remove the bank’s chairman and board of directors, and any objections should be addressed through legal amendments.

The minister alleged that a group was secretly instigating unrest in the bank by posing as customers. He assured Parliament that legitimate shareholders’ shares would be properly transferred and that borrowers, including Nabil Group, who failed to repay loans, would face investigation. He also confirmed that the dismissal of around 9,000 employees in violation of regulations would be examined.

The Department of Narcotics Control (DNC) arrested alleged drug trafficker Babul Hossain, also known as Babu, during a special operation in Dhaka’s Jatrabari area on Tuesday afternoon. Acting on intelligence, DNC officers intercepted a bus of Liton Travels and detained Babu, who was posing as a regular passenger. A search of his shopping bag revealed 16,000 yaba pills wrapped in tape and tissue. Authorities also seized a mobile phone used in drug transactions.

According to DNC officials, Babu, a resident of Keraniganj, had long controlled a major yaba distribution network supplying southern and northern regions of Bangladesh. He reportedly sourced drugs from dealers in Dhaka, Chattogram, and Teknaf, storing them in Keraniganj before transporting them by bus to districts such as Jashore, Khulna, Rajshahi, and Rangpur. A case has been filed under the Narcotics Control Act 2018 at Jatrabari Police Station.

Officials said investigations are ongoing to identify other members of the syndicate. The DNC has intensified surveillance and pledged continued nationwide operations to dismantle drug trafficking routes and protect youth from narcotics abuse.

Tea vendor Salauddin Liton testified as the 22nd witness in the murder case of Imam Hasan Tayim, son of a police officer, during the July Revolution in Dhaka’s Jatrabari area. On Tuesday, he gave his statement before International Crimes Tribunal-2 against former DMP Commissioner Habibur Rahman and 10 other accused. Liton described that on July 20, 2024, police entered his tea shop near Kajla footbridge, forced him to close and reopen the shutter, assaulted him and others, and dragged Tayim and two companions outside before gunfire was heard.

According to his testimony, police looted goods and cash worth about 25,000 taka from his shop and beat him with rifle butts. Later, he saw Tayim lying on the ground with gunshot wounds while police prevented them from taking him to the hospital. Two days later, Liton learned from a friend that Tayim had died at Dhaka Medical College Hospital.

The testimony was part of ongoing proceedings against 11 accused in the case, shedding new light on alleged police involvement in the 2024 Jatrabari incident.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has called for an investigation into the dismissal of employees from Islami Bank, demanding that all those who were wrongfully terminated be reinstated. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, he also urged a review of politically motivated appointments to assess their legitimacy under existing regulations.

Salahuddin stated that Islami Bank should not be equated with Islam or any political entity, emphasizing that religious sentiment should not be misused in institutional matters. He noted that under the Bank Companies Act, Bangladesh Bank has the authority to remove the chairman and board of directors if necessary. He further alleged that a group was instigating unrest within the bank by posing as customers to create disorder.

The minister assured Parliament that legitimate shareholders’ interests would be protected and that proper investigations would be conducted into loan defaulters, including Nabil Group. He added that the previous termination of around 9,000 employees without due process would also be brought under investigation.