At a protest on Friday, the Taqi Mancha movement expressed frustration that justice for teenager Tanvir Muhammad Taqi’s murder had not been served even 12 years after the incident. Speakers accused Sheikh Hasina of blocking investigations for personal gain and criticized the interim government for failing to deliver justice despite being in power for seven months. Activist Anu Muhammad remarked that the government’s inaction is deepening public disappointment.

During an event in Ashuganj, Rumin Farhana stressed that a properly elected government is essential for law and order. She cited a deteriorating security situation, including rising theft, muggings, and robberies in broad daylight. She argued that when an elected government is in place, law enforcement agencies function more efficiently, but an unelected government weakens the system.

At a gathering in Shahid Mir Mughdha Square, Bogura, on Friday, Citizen Unity President Mahmudur Rahman Manna accused Sheikh Hasina of killing 1,500 people in a 20-day movement before fleeing the country. He stated that people laid down their lives for a better future and urged politicians to learn from history. Manna also criticized the police for corruption, claiming they refuse to register cases without bribes.

BNP Vice Chairman, former minister, and freedom fighter Abdullah Al Noman bid farewell after a 68-year-long political career. His final rites were held at a school ground in Raozan, Chattogram, on Friday after Asr prayers, and he was laid to rest in the family graveyard. BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury described him as a true people's leader who had served as a student and farmers’ leader, renowned for his humility and eloquence.

The decomposed, sack-wrapped body of madrasa student Dolamoni was recovered from a septic tank at Afzal Hossain’s house in Kursha Union on Thursday night. She had been missing for 41 days. The 4-year-old went missing on January 17 while playing outside. Investigations revealed an ongoing dispute over tailoring fees between her father’s wife and the suspect’s wife. It is believed that the suspects abducted and murdered Dolamoni in retaliation.

A factional clash disrupted the BNP’s Charpakerdah Union conference in Madarganj, Jamalpur, leaving at least seven people injured. Four of them were hospitalized at Madarganj Health Complex. During the confrontation, the conference tent was set on fire, destroying several chairs, and at least six motorcycles were vandalized. The clash occurred on Thursday night between supporters of incumbent committee convener Shah Md. Majnu Fakir and Youth BNP Senior Vice President Biplob Tarafdar.

During the inauguration of the National Citizens Party, Naosher Ali, father of July martyr Jaber Ibrahim, expressed his hopes that the new party would prevent further bloodshed. Recalling past tragedies, he said, "We don’t want a repeat of the bloodshed in 1971, 1990, or 2024." He extended full support to the new party on behalf of martyr families and labeled Sheikh Hasina as a "serial killer."

At a consensus dialogue held at Barendra College, Rajshahi, on Friday morning, speakers emphasized that fascist tendencies still exist within many political parties and that reforms are necessary. They noted that even after the downfall of the fascist government on August 5, absolute fascism has not been eradicated from Bangladesh. The discussion highlighted rising commodity prices, increasing crime rates like theft and extortion, and the urgent need for political, economic, and educational reforms.

A controversy has erupted in Bogura’s Shajahanpur Upazila over allegations that drug users affiliated with the Volunteer League have been included in the new Volunteer Party committee. Amid growing criticism, Bogura Volunteer Party General Secretary Rakibul Islam Shubho made a shocking claim that “99% of Bangladeshis use drugs.” He defended the inclusion of activists in the committee, saying those who are active in the field were chosen. Allegations also surfaced against newly appointed General Secretary Ayub Ali for past affiliations with the Volunteer League and posting misleading content about Ziaur Rahman on Facebook. Another member, Kamrul Hasan Momin, was rumored to be a former cadre of the Volunteer League.

Dhaka University professor Adib Shahriar Zaman was assaulted on Friday afternoon after protesting against a bus that was unnecessarily stopped for an extended period to pick up passengers. The incident occurred on a road opposite Bangla School in Mirpur 11. According to the professor, the driver and conductor of Mirpur Super Link (Bus No. 36) attacked him in public. In response, university students took at least five buses of the same company to the campus, vowing not to release them until the accused driver and conductor were identified.

A case has been filed in Sunamganj District and Sessions Judge Court against 16 individuals, including a former Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) and a Water Development Board official, for corruption in the construction of an embankment meant to protect crops in Haor. The plaintiff, Pataki Ranjan Das, alleged that irregularities in the project led to the submersion of farmers' only boro rice crop. Expressing concern for his own farmland, he stated that he filed the case in the interest of Haor’s farmers.

Speaking virtually at the biennial conference of the Sri Sri Janmashtami Celebration Council Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman emphasized that without the rule of law, neither the majority nor the minority is safe. He stated that only a system based on justice can ensure security for all. He urged vigilance against the political exploitation of religious communities, asserting that most attacks on minorities in Bangladesh were not driven by religion but by political motives, greed, and personal gains.

Renowned theatre personality Syed Jamil Ahmed has announced his resignation as Director General of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. He made this announcement during an event at the academy on Friday evening. Jamil Ahmed cited various obstructions from the ministry and the academy as reasons for his decision, stating that he was unable to work under such circumstances. He had assumed the role on September 10 last year.

Kabaddi is not just Bangladesh's national sport for no reason. Nepal had no chance against the home team in the five-match series, which Bangladesh won 4-1. In the final match, Nepal was defeated by a margin of 45-27 points. Bangladesh had already secured the series in the fourth match at Paltan Maidan with a 3-1 lead. The players celebrated their victory by crushing Nepal by 18 points. Captain Mizanur Rahman was named both the match and series MVP, while Nepal’s captain Roka Magar was the best raider. Bangladesh’s Roman and Nasir were jointly awarded Best Catcher.

Protestors at Rajju Bhaskar have accused the Awami League of conspiring to destabilize the nation’s democratic transition by spreading propaganda against the Bangladesh Army. They warned that before the aspirations of the July Revolution are fulfilled, the Awami League might attempt to rehabilitate itself by creating a rift between the military and the public, leading to possible fascist actions and Indian aggression. Citing the army’s role, they claimed that the fascist government had attempted to suppress students and the public through indiscriminate killings. When the army refused to follow orders to kill students and civilians, a revolution led by the army and the public emerged after 49 years. The protestors have called for the army’s participation in the new political arrangement, demanding recognition for their contributions.