Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has called upon the police to take a fresh oath, pledging to serve the people without obstruction. “We must not hinder the public; we must ease their path and stand by them. If we do this, there will be no problems in this country,” he stated. He emphasized the need for the police to be seen as protectors rather than enforcers, adding, “Law is our common refuge, and the police should be its guardians. If we can establish this image, people will forget the past grievances. The stains of the last 16 years cannot be erased overnight, but we can start fresh and build a new reputation.”

The Election Commission (EC) has sent a letter expressing disagreement with certain recommendations made by the Reform Commission. The EC’s letter highlights concerns over specific proposals that it believes could impact the integrity of the electoral process. The details of the objections have not been disclosed, but sources suggest that they relate to structural changes in election oversight and procedural transparency.

BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has questioned the attempts to create a division between the 15-year-long movement for democracy and the July uprising. He argued that the recent uprising was the culmination of the prolonged struggle led by BNP. “In these 15 years, Elias Ali, Chowdhury Alam, and Sumon have disappeared. Why? Because they were vocal about free elections and liberating Bangladesh from fascism,” he said. Rizvi claimed that the ultimate manifestation of this struggle came when young protesters sacrificed their lives in July-August to remove Sheikh Hasina. Addressing Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, who now serves as Chief Adviser, Rizvi urged, “People trust you. We hope you will ensure a free and fair election.”

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has expressed gratitude to the BNP and its acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, for standing by the family of a child rape victim whose father was murdered. He revealed that the BNP had reached out to the victim’s family and taken full responsibility for the legal proceedings. “Jamaat will work alongside BNP to ensure exemplary punishment for the perpetrators,” he added. Earlier, on Monday morning, Dr. Rahman visited the victim’s family in Barguna and announced that Jamaat would cover the children’s education and medical expenses, along with the family’s other financial needs.

Dr. Kamal Hossain has stated that Sheikh Hasina is solely responsible for the fate of the Awami League. He accused her of sidelining dedicated and tested party leaders, humiliating them, and establishing a system of nepotism within the party. “In the Awami League, her word was the law. She considered herself a queen and the people as her subjects. She could not tolerate dissent,” Dr. Kamal said. According to him, this intolerance led to her fleeing “like a thief.” Notably, Kamal Hossain and Latif Siddiqui had previously faced Hasina’s wrath.

Shariful Islam Shamim, a local BNP youth leader, has been arrested in Manikganj for allegedly threatening and attempting to assault an on-duty traffic officer. According to police reports, Constable Shaheen was managing traffic in the city when Shamim, identifying himself as the district’s BNP Youth Wing Joint Convener, tried to bypass one-way traffic regulations using a rickshaw. When confronted, he became enraged and threatened to have the officer fired. Constable Shaheen has since filed a legal complaint against Shamim.

A court has imposed a travel ban on four individuals, including National Parliament Secretariat Deputy Secretary Md. Didarul Alam Chowdhury and former Member of Parliament Md. Abdul Wahed. The other two are Jahid Malek’s son, Rahat Malek (38), and a certain Md. Motahar Hossain. The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) sought the ban due to ongoing investigations into allegations of illegally amassed wealth. The court has approved the request, preventing the accused from leaving the country.

Just a day after its formation, the newly announced Anti-Discrimination Student Movement Committee in Itna Upazila has been suspended amid public backlash. The Kishoreganj district branch issued a statement saying that due to strong negative reactions from students and the public, the committee’s activities have been halted. A four-member investigation committee has been formed to review the situation. Notably, the committee’s convener, Tanvir Ahmed Heri, was previously affiliated with the Bangladesh Chhatra League, sparking controversy over the legitimacy of the organization.

Foreign Affairs Adviser Tawhid Hossain has accused Indian media of disseminating misinformation about Bangladesh globally. “The people of our country must stay vigilant against false narratives spread by Indian media,” he warned. Addressing Bangladesh’s transition out of the Least Developed Country (LDC) category, he clarified, “We are not seeking to delay our LDC graduation. This has been known for a long time, yet businesses have taken little action to prepare. By 2026, we will complete our graduation process—there’s no turning back.” He also acknowledged ongoing passport issues faced by Bangladeshi expatriates in Oman and assured them that the government is actively working on a solution. Additionally, he mentioned that within two months, the government would introduce significant reforms in the textile sector.

Dhaka University has temporarily expelled 128 students for their involvement in attacks on protesters during the July Movement from July 15 to August 5. The decision was made in a syndicate meeting on March 17. An investigation committee, led by Professor Dr. Tajmeri S Islam, has been formed to determine further actions. The inquiry report also implicated several former students, recommending the cancellation of their academic certificates due to the severity of their offenses. The final decision will be based on the investigation’s findings.

Police have arrested five individuals in Laksam for allegedly gang-raping a 19-year-old woman inside an abandoned house belonging to an Awami League leader. The suspects include Mohammad Ali (25), Masud (23), Monir Hossain Hridoy (23), Al Amin (23), and Bilkis Akter Kalpana (40). Four of them directly took part in the assault, while Bilkis allegedly facilitated the crime by providing her residence for the act.

A tragic accident occurred in Ullapara, Sirajganj, on Monday when schoolgirl Ritu Khatun was struck by a train. Locals reported that Ritu, who had been living with her aunt after losing both parents, was a student of Ullapara Merchants Pilot High School. It is suspected that she deliberately lay on the railway tracks before a freight train from Rajshahi to Dhaka ran over her at Charghatina rail crossing, severing her head from her body.

At least 15 activists of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement were injured in a violent attack in Kushtia on Sunday night. The injured are currently receiving treatment at Kushtia General Hospital. Upon hearing the news, fellow activists rushed to the hospital. Dr. Hafizur Rahman stated, “The injured are under medical care.” Meanwhile, SP Mizanur Rahman confirmed that the incident is under serious investigation and assured that legal action would be taken against those responsible. Multiple police teams are working on the case.

In a dramatic political move, over 100 leaders and activists of the Jatiya Party in Matlab, Chandpur, have announced their resignation, citing their party’s support for the “fascist government.” The Upazila General Secretary, D.M. Alauddin, stated, “Our only reason for resigning is that the Jatiya Party has backed an authoritarian regime. We feel complicit in this crime, and that is why we are seeking the people’s forgiveness.” He added that 90% of the party’s 151-member committee in the region had resigned. They now support the ongoing student-led protests and dissociate themselves from any acts of enforced disappearances or killings.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md. Sajjat Ali has issued an apology after facing widespread criticism for suggesting that the word “rape” be replaced with terms like “violence against women” or “harassment.” His remarks drew condemnation from various quarters, including the Chief Adviser’s Office and Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB). In his statement, the commissioner clarified, “During discussions on violence against women and children, I referred to rape as a broader form of violence. If my remarks offended anyone, I sincerely apologize.”