BNP leader Ishraq Hossain has filed a writ petition in the High Court seeking to be sworn in as Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC). This follows the court's earlier dismissal of a petition that sought to block his swearing-in, stating the petition was filed in the wrong forum and lacked jurisdiction.

Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam alleges that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina personally ordered an operation to capture BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed, which resulted in his abduction and enforced disappearance across the border. Salahuddin had recently taken on the role of BNP spokesperson and was issuing powerful daily statements from a secret location during a period of intense government crackdown. Shafiqul praised Salahuddin’s writing and his wife Hasina Ahmed’s persistent campaign for justice.

Two Bangladeshi men, Robiul (28) and Azad Hossain (26), were shot and injured by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) near the Kasba border in Brahmanbaria. According to Lt. Col. Ziaur Rahman, they were part of a group that allegedly entered 150-200 yards into Indian territory when BSF opened fire. Both victims are currently receiving treatment, and further investigations are ongoing.

A Dhaka court has issued arrest warrants against two individuals—former journalist union leader Khairul Alam and alleged Awami League donor Asaduzzaman Asad—in a defamation case filed by Jugantor Editor Abdul Hai Shikder. Another accused, Mahbub Morshed of BSS, remains out on bail, with his bail extended until the next hearing.

Formal charges have been submitted to the International Crimes Tribunal against eight individuals, including former Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Habibur Rahman Habib, for the killing of six people during the August 5 student-led uprising in Chankharpul. This marks the first official legal move related to the July protests. Four of the accused are in custody; the others remain at large.

Ali Riaz, Chair of the National Consensus Commission, stressed that meaningful reform is not possible without civil society engagement. He noted that while the commission has held discussions with 33 political parties over six months, full consensus has not been reached on all issues. He underscored the importance of creating a national charter and treating this opportunity with the seriousness it deserves, promising transparency on unresolved issues.

Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam clarified that while Bangladesh welcomes investments from global corporations in Chattogram Port's terminals, the port itself is not being handed over to any entity. He confirmed foreign investors have already pledged $3 billion. On national elections, he stated that the polls will be held by June 30 next year, emphasizing the current interim government's mandate includes reform, justice, and elections—unlike previous ones limited to electoral duties.

At least 79 Palestinians were killed and over 200 injured in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza in a single day. The total death toll has now surpassed 53,900, with over 122,059 people reported injured. Rescue workers are unable to reach many of the dead bodies still trapped under rubble or lying in the streets due to ongoing security threats. Including those presumed dead but unrecovered, the estimated death toll has reached 61,700.

The African Union has called for a permanent ceasefire in Libya following deadly clashes in Tripoli and protests demanding Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh’s resignation. At least eight people were killed in recent fighting between government forces and a rival militia group. The Libyan defense ministry stated it is working toward a peace agreement. Tensions escalated after the Prime Minister ordered the disbandment of several armed groups but excluded the powerful 444 Brigade, sparking unrest and violence.

Russia launched a large-scale overnight air assault on Ukraine, firing 14 ballistic missiles and 250 drones, according to Ukraine’s Air Force. Although most of the threats were intercepted—6 missiles and 245 drones—several large explosions still occurred. CNN reports that 13 people were killed: 4 in Donetsk, 5 in Kherson and Odesa, and 4 in Kharkiv. Meanwhile, Russia claimed to have downed 94 Ukrainian drones. Notably, both countries also completed the largest prisoner exchange of the war, swapping over 1,400 detainees in two phases.

Mehedi Hasan, General Secretary of the JnU Debating Society and a student representative to the Public Administration Reform Commission, was reportedly attacked by members of the pro-Awami League volunteer wing, Swechchhasebak League. The incident occurred near Mehedi’s neighborhood, where he confronted individuals allegedly involved in drug activities. According to Mehedi, the group surrounded him and launched a sudden attack using sharp weapons. Police have since detained a local president of the Swechchhasebak League in connection with the assault.

On the 126th birth anniversary of Bangladesh's national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman paid tribute to the revolutionary bard. In his message, Rahman described Nazrul as “a fearless fighter for justice, equality, and humanity” and “an uncompromising opponent of imperialism and oppression.” He noted that Nazrul’s poetry and songs inspired Bangladesh’s liberation struggle and continue to fuel patriotism. “Even under royal persecution, he never wavered from his commitment to truth and beauty,” Rahman said.

BNP leader Aminul Haque has accused certain advisers in the current government of illegally amassing wealth through corruption and using it to benefit their families. “These corrupt advisers must resign; the public no longer wants to see them in power,” he said. While acknowledging the chief adviser’s reputation, he emphasized that only the people of Bangladesh have the right to decide who governs next. He reiterated BNP’s call for a free, fair, and impartial election to restore a people’s government.

Hasnat Abdullah stated, “After reclaiming power from fascist forces at the cost of so much blood and sacrifice, our foremost duty was to ensure justice for the fallen. Yet, mysteriously, that process has stalled.” In a strongly-worded message, he accused the interim government of delaying justice and said, “The regime cannot move forward without prosecuting Hasina, and even Asif Nazrul must answer for his complicity.” Remembering fallen comrade Shahid Hasan, he added, “Each funeral is a new oath. We will neither forget nor stop.”

In Kamalnagar, Lakshmipur, local supporters of the ruling Awami League forcibly snatched party leader Ashraf Uddin Rajon Raju from police custody while he was still handcuffed. ASI Pradip Chandra Das had arrested Raju on Saturday when a large crowd of men and women gathered and started protesting. Amid the chaos, the demonstrators freed Raju, who then fled the scene. Kamalnagar’s OC Mohammad Touhidul Islam later arrived and helped safely escort the besieged officers from the area.