A court has declared BNP candidate Ishraq Hossain as the winner of the 2020 Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) election, nullifying the government’s gazette that recognized Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh as mayor. The court cited electoral irregularities and corruption as reasons for annulling the previous results. Ishraq Hossain had filed a case challenging the election outcome on March 3, 2020.

A football tournament in Panskura, East Medinipur, organized by the club Kalimata Sangha, has barred Muslim players from participating, sparking widespread controversy. Many blame the ruling BJP for fostering religious division. However, BJP leaders have denied involvement, suggesting it was a result of local communal tensions. The organizers have since apologized and withdrawn the controversial restriction.

A Dhaka court has issued an arrest warrant against Md. Ashrafuzzaman, accused of fraudulently using BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman’s name. The case was filed by Advocate Iltutmish Saudagar Annie, who alleged that the suspect has been deceiving people since the 1/11 political crisis, even defrauding an Awami League minister. After the mass uprising, Ashrafuzzaman allegedly continued financial scams by falsely claiming to be Tarique Rahman’s adviser and a coordinator of BNP’s standing committee. BNP took internal action upon discovering his activities.

The prosecution has received a draft investigation report on the August 5 Chankharpul shooting incident, where five individuals were killed. Chief Prosecutor Tazul Islam stated that the final report will be submitted to the tribunal after Eid. Among the victims was tenth-grade student Anas, who left a letter to his parents before secretly joining the protest. In his note, he wrote, "If I don’t return alive, be proud. I apologize for every mistake I have made." His father, Palash, has filed charges against 25 individuals, including the Prime Minister. A police constable, Sujon, has already been arrested in connection with the case.

Gautam Adani’s Adani Power has resumed full-scale electricity supply to Bangladesh. Previously, partial disruptions occurred due to outstanding payments. BPDB Chairman Rezaul Karim stated, "We are making regular payments to Adani and receiving power as needed." The outstanding debt, initially at $850 million, has been reduced to $800 million, with full repayment expected within the next six months.

Businessman Golam Kibria Shamim, also known as GK Shamim, has been sentenced to five years and six months in prison for amassing wealth beyond known sources of income. His mother, Ayesha Akter, was acquitted in the same case. Additionally, the court ordered the confiscation of his illegally acquired assets worth BDT 2.97 billion. Earlier, on February 17, the case was scheduled for a verdict. His mother, who was initially on the run, later surrendered and secured bail.

Police have arrested six members of a notorious gang who posed as RAB officers to carry out a daring robbery in Dhanmondi. The suspects are: Farhad Bin Mosharraf (33), Yasin Hasan (22), Mobashwer Ahmed (23), Wakil Mahmud (26), Abdullah (32), and Suman (29). On March 26, a group of 20-25 individuals, some dressed as RAB officers, magistrates, and students, entered a residence claiming to be on official duty. The gang then looted valuables. However, the homeowners quickly called emergency services (999), prompting law enforcement to respond immediately.

In Baufal, Patuakhali, two local leaders of the Volunteer League—UP President Rimon Sikder (31) and General Secretary Liton Khandakar (40)—have been accused of robbing a businessman of BDT 8.65 lakh. On Wednesday night, the victim, Sourav Bashar, filed a complaint with the Baufal police station. According to the complaint, Bashar arrived in Siddique Bazar with his petrol truck when Liton Khandakar demanded petrol on credit. Upon refusal, a group of five to six individuals reportedly told Bashar that he must pay BDT 10 lakh in extortion fees to operate in the area. The dispute escalated, and the group allegedly snatched a black bag containing BDT 8.65 lakh from Bashar. The accused have denied the allegations.

Army Chief General Waqar-Uz-Zaman led the Maghrib prayer during a presidential reception at Bangabhaban, sparking widespread discussion. Responding to the controversy, his former army colleague and retired officer, Abu Rushd Md. Shahidul Islam, defended him, stating: "Even in his youth, Waqar used to lead prayers. We were coursemates and roommates, spending two years training together in the same platoon in 1984-85. Our rigorous training left us exhausted, but Waqar would still perform ablution and offer prayers diligently, even completing missed prayers before sleeping."

BNP’s Acting Chairman, Tarique Rahman, has sent an Eid-ul-Fitr greeting card to the interim government’s Chief Adviser, Dr. Muhammad Yunus. On Thursday morning, BNP Joint Secretary General Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie delivered the card to the Chief Adviser’s office, where it was received by his secretary, Saifullah Panna.

To enhance the joy of Eid, Advisor Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan announced various government initiatives, including a grand Eid procession reminiscent of the Sultanate era. He recently shared an update, stating: "Preparations for the Eid procession are in full swing. Despite time constraints, the Local Government Division, the Ministry of Culture, and Dhaka North City Corporation are working tirelessly day and night." He added, "The procession will feature an elephant—will you be joining?"

Despite a continuous nine-day Eid holiday, Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed assured that the country’s economy would not face any stagnation. Speaking at the Secretariat after a government procurement advisory meeting, he stated that most advisory council members would remain in Dhaka. While some secretaries are traveling abroad, he emphasized that decision-making would not be disrupted, as digital systems allow for remote governance. His remarks aim to dispel concerns about potential economic slowdowns during the extended holiday period.

The Ministry of Liberation War Affairs is facing difficulties in identifying fake freedom fighters. Over the past three months, more than 20,000 complaints have been filed against individuals holding fraudulent certificates. Allegations have also surfaced against those who secured jobs using fake documents. Additionally, even some genuine freedom fighters have been subjected to scrutiny. To address this issue, the interim government has restructured the 10-member National Freedom Fighters Council (JAMUKA), as well as the 10-member Bangladesh Freedom Fighters Welfare Trust and its executive committee. Sources claim that former Minister for Liberation War Affairs, AKM Mozammel Haque, himself is a fake freedom fighter. According to JAMUKA, the number of fake freedom fighters exceeds 100,000. JAMUKA Director General Shahina Khatun stated that preliminary on-site hearings will be conducted to verify claims. Meanwhile, the government is also searching for families of martyrs who have yet to receive their entitled allowances.

Sudanese Army Chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan announced on Wednesday that the military has regained control of Khartoum International Airport and declared the capital “liberated.” For the past two years, the airport had been under the control of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), but it has now been reclaimed by Sudanese armed forces. Last Friday, the Sudanese army also took full control of the presidential palace in Khartoum, which had similarly been under RSF occupation for the past two years.

Speaking at the BFA International Convention Center, Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus stated that the world is witnessing Bangladesh’s united stand against corruption. While building a new Bangladesh comes with challenges, efforts are being made to regain public trust through necessary reforms. He also warned that civilization is at risk, urging greater emphasis on grant-based financing to combat the impact of climate change.