On Sunday, February 2, at 11 PM, protesting students held a press conference in front of the main gate, announcing their continuation of hunger strikes and the Barasat Barricade to North City movement to demand university status for Titumir College. They have also declared an indefinite college shutdown starting Monday, February 3. Earlier, after a two-hour blockade, students returned to campus at 8 PM. While classes, exams, and administrative activities will remain suspended, Saraswati Puja celebrations on Monday will continue as planned. Their demands include: • University recognition for Titumir College, • The withdrawal of the education advisor’s statement, and • A public apology from the legal advisor for obstructing the formation of the Titumir Commission.

Japan’s Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ikouina Akiko, has expressed interest in advancing and strengthening bilateral relations with Bangladesh during a meeting with the Chief Adviser. During the discussion, she reaffirmed Japan’s support for the interim government and emphasized enhancing bilateral relations to boost trade and development cooperation. The trade volume between the two countries stands at approximately four billion US dollars, with Japan being one of Bangladesh’s top five export destinations. She also invited the Chief Adviser to attend the Future of Asia conference in Tokyo in May and the Osaka Expo 2025.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has sent a letter to Khaleda Zia, extending greetings and wishing her good health. In the letter, the Pakistani Prime Minister praises Khaleda Zia as a towering figure in Bangladesh’s political landscape, highlighting her political and illustrious life. He reassures that Pakistan, the BNP chairperson, her family, party, and supporters stand with her. The letter was sent from the Pakistan Embassy to the BNP chairperson’s office on the afternoon of February 2.

In Tungipara, Gopalganj, during a month-long program of the Awami League, a worker named Safayet was arrested while distributing leaflets. Following his arrest, Awami League leaders and activists clashed with the police to free him. As a result, 8 people, including a police officer, were injured. During the incident, the enraged activists threw bricks and stones, vandalizing a police vehicle. They also detained a police officer. Upon receiving the news, the Upazila Executive Officer, Md. Moinul Haque, rescued the police officer and handed him over to the Officer-in-Charge (OC).

The government is considering providing lifelong medical care and allowances to those injured in the July people’s uprising, announced Faruk-i-Azam, Advisor to the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs. A department is being set up to implement this, with a budget of 232 crore Taka for this fiscal year. Martyrs’ families will receive savings bonds worth 10 lakh Taka each, and the injured will receive allowances ranging from 50,000 to 3 lakh Taka. The government aims to ensure comprehensive support and honor their sacrifices.

The injured from the July uprising in Feni have protested on the Dhaka-Chittagong highway, demanding rehabilitation, the cancellation of the category system, and improved medical treatment in a timely manner. Nahid, who was injured in the uprising, stated, “Our fighters are martyred due to the lack of advanced treatment, and we seek recognition from the government.” After the administration promised discussions, the injured students moved from the road after about an hour of blockage. They threatened to block the railway as well if their demands are not met. The injured Azim described it as frustrating, saying, “We do not want to cause public suffering, but we have to take to the streets for our treatment.”

After a two-hour blockade on the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway in Mohakhali, Titumir College students lifted their protest around 8 p.m. on February 2, allowing traffic to resume. The students had blocked the road earlier, causing major disruptions to commuters. The student organization, Titumir Oikkyo, announced a press conference at 11 p.m. to disclose their future plans. Police were deployed, and water cannons were kept on standby in response to the protests triggered by comments from the education advisor.

Abdul Wahab, the President of Suzanganj Upazila Awami League and former chairman, was snatched away from police custody by his supporters in Mathurapur village on February 2. The police had gone to arrest Wahab due to allegations against him, but his supporters blocked their efforts and freed him. The local police, unable to proceed with the arrest, returned to their station. The police confirmed that the operation to arrest Wahab will continue.

Tariq Rahman, the acting chairman of BNP, expressed concerns during a virtual participation in a rally held in South Dhaka, stating that the longer the talks on reform proposals drag on, the deeper the country will fall into crisis. He said that prolonged discussions on reforms would give room for fallen autocrats to gain power and oppress the people. He emphasized the importance of elections for the implementation of reform proposals, stating that accountability can be ensured through elections, and when an elected government has the opportunity to govern, the issues will gradually be resolved. He pledged to make the utmost effort to implement the promised reforms with the party’s leaders and workers.

At around 9:30 AM on February 2nd, a clash between two factions of the BNP occurred in the Gharua Union of Bhanga Upazila, Faridpur, over dominance, leaving 20 people injured. After a meeting at 9:00 AM, on their way back home, Anwar Munshi’s supporters attacked Karim Mollah’s supporters. Subsequently, both sides exchanged blows using local weapons. As a result, 20 people were injured. Karim Mollah accused BNP leader Anwar and Awami League leaders of torturing them. Anwar stated that people loyal to Nixon Chowdhury’s top supporter, Niru Khalifa, led by Karim Mollah, attacked them.

Under Donald Trump’s orders, the U.S. Air Force has conducted an airstrike on an ISIS secret base in Somalia. The regional authorities of Puntland, a semi-autonomous region in Somalia, confirmed that several key leaders, including a senior member of the militant group, were killed or injured in the attack. This action is part of the United States’ efforts to counter the group’s activities in the war-torn country. Donald Trump confirmed this on his Truth Social platform, and U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth also made a statement. No fatalities have been reported from the attack, but it is believed to have reduced the group’s capabilities. Following the strike, Somalia’s president thanked Trump.

At the inauguration of canal excavation in Mirpur-13’s Baunia Canal, three interim government advisors walked on a red carpet to board a floating excavator, sparking criticism. DNCC clarified that the carpet was a safety measure, not an official ceremony. The temporary platform was muddy and steep, and the excavator’s floor was slippery, necessitating the use of a red mat for safe movement. DNCC emphasized that there was no extravagance or misuse of funds and reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and public safety.

The court has issued a travel ban against four individuals, including former Awami League Minister for Liberation War Affairs, A.K.M. Mozammel Haque, following a petition by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The former minister is under investigation for allegations of receiving contractor commissions, irregularities, laundering illicit wealth abroad, and accumulating assets beyond known sources of income under his and his family’s names. The other three individuals facing travel bans are Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, Farid Aziz, former Commissioner Mohammad Belal Hossain Chowdhury, and his wife, Hosna Ferdous Sumi. The ACC has also formed an investigation committee against them on charges of embezzlement, corruption, and money laundering.

Information and Broadcasting Advisor Nahid Islam has stated that BNP’s allegations regarding the government’s impartiality are unjustified. He remarked that the government has prioritized the advice of political parties, making BNP’s claims of bias unreasonable. He also noted that despite the interest of many in getting involved, young people have not formed political parties to maintain trust among existing parties. He cautioned against any speculation regarding the removal of Dr. Yunus or other matters, emphasizing that national unity remains intact. He further asserted that the government could not have functioned without the cooperation of political parties and hopes that this collaboration will continue in the future.

Education Advisor Professor Dr. Wahiduddin Mahmud has stated that there is no scope for granting special privileges to Titumir College. He believes that Rajshahi College should be upgraded to a university at this moment, as it is one of the oldest colleges in Bangladesh. He also urged students of Titumir College to return to classes and avoid causing public inconvenience. Addressing the issue of Dhaka University and the seven affiliated colleges, he noted that since neither side prefers the current arrangement, steps are being taken to establish a separate university for the seven colleges. He further added that setting a strict deadline for fulfilling students’ demands is not desirable.