Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan visited the grave of Shaheed Sheikh Md. Sakib Raihan, who was killed during the July uprising. On July 19, Sakib was shot in the chest during a student protest near Popular Diagnostic Center in Mirpur-6. Awami League-affiliated activists reportedly opened fire and detonated crude bombs indiscriminately during the crackdown. Sakib was rushed to Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead upon arrival.

The Ministry of Finance has issued a circular announcing an increase in the daily wage for temporary laborers working in government offices. Effective July 1, the maximum daily wage will rise to Tk 800, up from the previous range of Tk 575–600. In Dhaka and Chattogram City Corporation areas, workers will now earn Tk 800 daily—an increase from the earlier Tk 600 for skilled workers and Tk 575 for unskilled labor. In divisional capitals and other city corporations, the new wage has been set at Tk 750, up from Tk 550–600. For district and sub-district levels, the wage for unskilled laborers will now be Tk 700, compared to the earlier rates of Tk 500–550.

BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed addressed the rumors surrounding the resignation of Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, stating, “If he chooses to resign instead of announcing the electoral roadmap, that would be his personal decision. We have not demanded his resignation. If, for personal reasons, he is unable to carry out his duties, the state cannot remain idle. It will find an alternative.” Emphasizing that no one is indispensable, Salahuddin added, “We still hope that as a globally respected figure, he will act responsibly and announce a roadmap to hold elections by December, in line with the nation’s expectations.”

BNP senior leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has raised questions about those claiming exclusive credit for the July uprising. “Martyr Bir Arman Molla was a key contributor to the freedoms we enjoy today,” Rizvi said, expressing sorrow that Arman’s children are living in an orphanage despite his sacrifice. He criticized those who have gained positions of power or formed political parties post-uprising for not acknowledging the martyrs. “Why don’t they have a list of those who died?” he asked. Rizvi also stated that BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman had sent aid for Arman’s family, and promised the party’s ongoing support for the education and welfare of his children.

Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, Economic Adviser to the government, has expressed concern over increasing public criticism. "Many call us incompetent—that’s fine. Criticism is a part of democracy. But such statements damage our image internationally and create negative impressions," he said. He added, "There’s been talk of various tax exemptions. Once the budget is released, we’ll face tough questions. It’s not easy to determine what’s socially or publicly acceptable. Still, the IMF couldn’t impose everything they wanted—we’ve reached a workable solution." Banking expert Masrur Arefin noted, "While there haven’t been major breakthroughs in the past nine months, we’ve succeeded in stopping widespread irregularities and money laundering in the banking sector. That itself is a significant achievement. However, political uncertainty is again on the rise."

Hefazat-e-Islam leader Mamunul Haque has called upon the Chief Adviser and the Chief of Army Staff to set aside personal grievances and responsibly carry out their roles. Speaking at a public event, he said, "The blood of our martyrs has not yet dried. The fascists are still conspiring in various ways. We must unite, sharpening our resolve in the spirit of July." He emphasized the need for constitutional and political reforms, demanding a clear roadmap for timely elections, and called for visible justice against those responsible for past violence. Highlighting women's rights in Islam, he urged the government to ensure dignity and rights for women, warning that Hefazat activists would mobilize across homes if the government failed. He also demanded the exclusion of pluralistic ideologies from the Women's Reform Commission.

According to Indian media, the Government of Bangladesh has cancelled a ₹180 crore contract with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE), a defense ministry-owned enterprise based in Kolkata. The cancellation reportedly follows India’s recent restriction on transporting Bangladeshi goods, including garments, through its land ports. In response, Bangladesh has decided to revoke the order for tugboats that were intended for its Navy.

Israfill Farazi, a key organizer of the July Alliance, has issued a stern ultimatum demanding that the Secretariat be purged of partisan appointees by May 31. "Every morning begins with new rumors—claims that the Chief Adviser is stepping down. But our July warriors remain on the streets; none have returned home," said Farazi. He emphasized, "Until the safety of our July warriors is ensured, they will not back down. Those flexing their power, talking about elections, should remember—power is not permanent. Look at Sheikh Hasina's 15-year reign—ultimately, she couldn't hold on. Do you really think you can last nine months that easily?" Farazi reminded the media of the ultimatum issued on May 20 and reiterated, "If the Secretariat isn't freed from cronies by May 31, we will launch a full-scale movement across the Secretariat under the banner of the July Alliance. We demand a formal declaration of July immediately."

Rural Electrification Board (REB) employees continued their sit-in protest at Dhaka’s Central Shaheed Minar for the third consecutive day, pressing for seven key demands. These include: removal of the REB chairman, unification or restructuring of REB and PBS under a single employment policy, regularization of contractual workers, withdrawal of false and harassing cases, cancellation of punitive transfers, resolution of staffing shortages in emergency services, and formation of an interim board to oversee PBS operations until full reforms are implemented.

GOP leader Rashed Khan revealed that the core conflicts in the current administration stem from disputes over a proposed humanitarian corridor and the Chittagong Port. “Advisers beholden to foreign interests are pushing for resignation to fulfill promises made to their backers,” he said. Khan accused them of emotional blackmail and prioritizing NGO profits over national security. He criticized Dr. Yunus for surrounding himself with inexperienced and controversial advisers instead of competent individuals, resulting in a lack of progress on institutional reform and genocide trials even after 10 months.

Joe Lopez, a firmware engineer at Microsoft, was fired after interrupting CEO Satya Nadella’s speech at the company’s annual developer conference. Lopez shouted, “Satya, show us how Microsoft is helping kill Palestinians. Show us Azure’s role in Israel’s war crimes.” Security promptly escorted him out of the event, and Microsoft later terminated his employment.

Malaysian immigration authorities have detained 597 undocumented migrants—including Bangladeshis—in Selangor. The large-scale operation involved 390 officers and checked documents of 1,597 individuals. Those detained include 472 men and 125 women from countries including Indonesia, Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, and Thailand.

Adviser Asif Mahmud issued a stark warning on Thursday: “The crocodile you’re summoning through the BAL-North-Delhi alliance will eventually turn on you. You’re not one of them—just temporarily co-opted.” He added, “We fear neither death nor loss. The only sorrow is that neither democratic reform nor public welfare will see a positive path. The pain of shattered dreams may be our nation’s fate.”

BNP leader Zainul Abedin Farooq addressed Dr. Yunus directly: “You are not just a Nobel laureate; you are the pride of Bangladesh’s 180 million citizens.” Farooq expressed dismay over media reports suggesting Yunus intended to resign. “Why were you appointed? To conduct elections. Nine months have passed, and there's still no roadmap,” he said. Farooq criticized the lack of progress, claiming that political manipulation has delayed the election schedule. As a result, he said, BNP has called for the resignation of three advisers.

In a pointed critique, Farhad Mazhar argued that Dr. Yunus made a mistake by expressing his willingness to resign. “Resignation would signify failure—a self-inflicted wound. He must respect the will of the people, not succumb to pressure from any party or group,” Mazhar wrote. He urged Yunus to ensure justice for past killings, draft a new constitution, and resist global corporate dominance by introducing people-friendly investment policies. He emphasized the need to build a strong army capable of defending against adversaries like India and Myanmar and facilitating the Rohingya repatriation. “The people want an end to misunderstandings between the Chief Adviser and the military,” he added, warning that undue military pressure is part of a greater conspiracy.