Ali Riaz, Vice President of the National Consensus Commission, emphasized that the nation has entrusted them with the responsibility of shaping a new Bangladesh. “If we fail, the nation will not forgive us,” he warned. He acknowledged the sacrifices made in the struggle and highlighted six commission reports outlining the roadmap. Regular discussions are necessary to build consensus, and he remains confident that political parties will cooperate to reform governance and hold elections swiftly.

BJP Chairman Andalib Rahman Partha firmly stated that local elections should not be held before the national elections. Speaking after a National Consensus Commission meeting on Saturday afternoon, he added that the Chief Adviser confirmed international and UN support for the interim government. The UN’s report has debunked false narratives by fascists. Partha stressed that national elections must be prioritized to ensure stability and reforms.

AB Party Chairman Mujibur Rahman Manju stated that while the interim government is in power, its authority remains unclear. He warned that an election under such circumstances could be dangerous. He revealed that the Chief Adviser has assured financial support from multiple sources but emphasized that necessary reforms must be implemented. Manju urged the government to form a political unity team, as previously suggested, and called for the Chief Adviser to go undercover and assess the law and order situation himself.

On Friday night (February 14), Fuad Hossain, the uncle of martyr Hasibur Rahman, filed a murder case at Savar Police Station. The case names former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 1,506 others, including Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, Abdullah Al Mamun, Habibur Rahman, Harun-ar-Rashid, and Abdullahil Kafi. Hasibur was shot during a victory rally on August 5 following Sheikh Hasina’s downfall and died in hospital on August 7. Police have already arrested two accused, Abdullah Al Mamun and Abdullahil Kafi.

The body of martyr Hasan was finally brought home to Bhola Sadar Upazila on Saturday (February 15), leaving the entire area in mourning. His body had been lying in the morgue at Dhaka Medical College for six months before being identified through DNA testing. Hasan was killed on August 5 during protests in Jatrabari, but his family could not retrieve his body. His father, Monir Hossain, tearfully recounted how he identified his son by his clothing. Hasan worked at an electronics shop in Kaptan Bazar and was the family’s sole breadwinner. His father pleaded, “No parent should have to lose their child like this.”

At a discussion organized by Democratic Awake Bangladesh at the National Press Club on Saturday, BNP Vice Chairman Shamsuzzaman Dudu criticized the government, saying, “Dr. Yunus identified a mastermind behind a successful movement within a month! Then why haven’t commodity prices dropped in six months? Why hasn’t the law and order situation improved?” He urged pro-democracy forces to remain united and criticized those who prematurely believed that Sheikh Hasina had fled after a mass uprising.

On March 25, Bangladesh will face hosts India in the first match of the Asian Cup qualifiers. Bangladesh’s head coach has included English Premier League player Hamza Choudhury in the preliminary squad. Captain Jamal Bhuyan commented, “This is now our best squad with Hamza’s inclusion. We’re all eagerly waiting for him.” He added that Hamza will join the team a bit later and that Bangladesh has a 50-50 chance against India in what is expected to be a tough contest.

Following a strong protest from the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), India’s Border Security Force (BSF) has apologized for entering Bangladesh and assaulting six citizens near the Fulbari border in Kurigram. During a battalion commander-level flag meeting on Saturday afternoon, BSF assured that actions would be taken against those responsible. The incident occurred on Friday at Balarhat Krishnanandabokshi border, where victims Shamsul Alam, Javed Ali, Kashem Ali, Ripon Mia, and Limon Mia were injured. BSF has assured that such incidents will not recur inside Bangladesh’s territory.

On Saturday afternoon, Chhatra Dal leader Omar Faruq and activist Abu Sayeed began an indefinite hunger strike at the base of the Raju Sculpture at Dhaka University, demanding a ban on the “fallen fascist Awami League.” Leaders and activists of the Revolutionary Student Council expressed solidarity and, seeing a common cause, also announced their participation. Among them were council convenor Abdul Wahed, secretary Fazlur Rahman, and members Yamin Sarker, Ashraful Islam, and Ariful Islam.

A fire erupted in a building in Islambagh, Dhaka, on Saturday afternoon. The Fire Service responded promptly, deploying 8 units from multiple stations, including Lalbagh, Hazaribagh, Polashi, and Siddique Bazar, to control the fire. The blaze was reported at 3:17 PM, with the first unit reaching the site by 3:25 PM. The cause of the fire and the extent of the damage are still under investigation. No casualties have been reported so far.

After a surge in meat prices during Shab-e-Barat, the costs of beef, chicken, and mutton have returned to normal. Beef is now Tk 750 per kg, down from Tk 800, while mutton dropped by Tk 50 to Tk 1,100 per kg. Broiler chicken prices have also stabilized after a temporary hike. Fish prices, which had risen by Tk 20–30 per kg, are also adjusting. Meanwhile, vegetable prices remain unchanged, with tomatoes at Tk 20, potatoes at Tk 20, and green chilies at Tk 40–60 per kg.

The date of the next election will be determined by the July Charter, according to Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam. Speaking to journalists in Dhaka, he mentioned that the election could be held by December, with some reforms implemented before that. A six-month National Consensus Commission will discuss reforms with political parties, aiming for an agreement. The political dialogue, led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has begun, with major opposition leaders participating to shape Bangladesh’s democratic transition.

Political parties have begun discussions with the National Consensus Commission, led by Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus. The meeting started at 3:00 PM at the Foreign Service Academy, Dhaka. Leaders from BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, LDP, Islami Andolan Bangladesh, and other parties attended. The government recently formed the seven-member commission, appointing Dr. Ali Riaz as Vice Chairman. Delegations from various parties, including Jamaat and Islami Andolan, participated. Dr. Yunus is set to address the gathering on the commission’s role in shaping the transition.

The controversy surrounding unpaid wages in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) has now extended to the Dhaka Premier League (DPL). Cricketer Munim Shahriar has accused Partex Sporting Club of failing to pay his dues. Shahriar, who played for Partex during the 2023-24 season, revealed that a year has passed since the tournament ended, yet he has not received his full payment. Despite repeated assurances, the club has stopped responding. In a Facebook post, he mentioned that club representative Sajjad Saheb and his son Jarif had initially promised payment before the season ended, but they have failed to fulfill their commitment even after multiple follow-ups.

BNP's Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has declared that national elections must take precedence over local elections. He warned that delaying the elections would further discredit the government. Speaking at a roundtable discussion, he said, "For 17 years, we have witnessed the dire consequences of rigged elections. Nobody imagined that the momentum of the 1990 movement would be abruptly halted. Political science has had to incorporate a new chapter—where voters are instructed via loudspeakers not to go to polling stations, and elections are held overnight." He further stated that when state power is misused to conduct one-sided elections, it results in severe oppression of the opposition, which is beyond description.