BNP lawmaker Rafiqul Islam Jamal, representing Jhalakathi-1, called in parliament for banning the political activities of Jamaat-e-Islami without directly naming the party. Speaking during the general discussion on the 2026–27 national budget on Monday, he argued that the group had opposed Bangladesh’s independence in 1971 and therefore should not be allowed to participate in national politics. He compared the proposed ban to restrictions placed on fascist organizations. Jamal criticized those who use religion for political purposes, referencing controversial campaign remarks made by a Jamaat candidate in his constituency during the last election. He cited the home minister’s earlier statement that having “Islam” in a party’s name does not make it Islamic. According to Jamal, such parties mislead people by exploiting religious sentiments and should be barred from political engagement. The remarks came amid ongoing parliamentary discussions on the national budget, where members from various parties are presenting their positions on political and social issues.

Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad Bir Bikram told Nusrat Tabassum, joint convener of the National Citizens Party (NCP) and a Jamaat alliance candidate, that many have said speaking too much can become a bad habit. He made this remark on Monday during the 13th National Parliament session. Earlier in the same session, Reza Ahmed, a BNP Member of Parliament from Kushtia-1, demanded the passage of a law to ban all political activities and meetings in mosques and madrasas across the country. He stated that mosques are places of worship where people should pray and read the Quran, not engage in political activities. Ahmed urged the Home Minister to take steps to prohibit such gatherings through legislation. The discussion reflected ongoing parliamentary debates over the intersection of religion and politics, with members expressing differing views on the appropriate boundaries for political engagement in religious spaces.

Education Minister A N M Ehsanul Haque Milon has blamed the previous fascist government for the ongoing salary crisis faced by madrasa teachers. He made the remarks on Monday afternoon while addressing the 20th University Day celebration and the Deans and Vice-Chancellor Awards ceremony at Noakhali Science and Technology University (NSTU). Milon said madrasa teachers have not received their salaries for May and June, and an electronic fund transfer project initiated in 2017 has failed to complete despite escalating costs. The minister explained that the interim government had recruited 17,000 madrasa teachers without ensuring their inclusion in the automatic fund transfer program, leading to confusion over salary allocations. He noted that more than Tk 500 crore is required monthly for madrasa teachers’ pay. Milon praised Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for prioritizing education in the national budget and emphasized the government’s focus on technical education and modernization of madrasa education. The event, chaired by NSTU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Golam Rabbani, also honored 49 teachers and students with Deans Awards and three with Vice-Chancellor Awards.

Three previously sealed cauldrons at the shrine of Hazrat Shahjalal (R.) in Sylhet were reopened, and the administration began counting donations collected over the past five days. The activities took place on Monday under the supervision of outgoing Deputy Commissioner Sarwar Alam, who visited the shrine after performing prayers. Earlier, the administration had sealed the cauldrons and installed new donation boxes as part of a transparency initiative in managing shrine funds. The Ministry of Public Administration recently issued an order withdrawing Sarwar Alam from his post as Sylhet Deputy Commissioner and reassigning him as a Deputy Secretary. The decision followed public debate over his efforts to reform donation management at the shrines of Hazrat Shahjalal (R.) and Hazrat Shahporan (R.). Following his removal, protests erupted in Sylhet demanding the withdrawal of the order. Demonstrators blocked roads, held rallies, and staged sit-ins at the DC office, warning of tougher actions if their demands were not met.

A businessman named Russel Mia, aged 30, was allegedly beaten to death in Ramnagar village of Joyka Union under Karimganj upazila, Kishoreganj, on Monday morning following a dispute over a five-thousand-taka debt. Police and local sources said Russel had borrowed the amount from a villager named Saidur Rahman, and a quarrel had occurred days earlier over delayed repayment. On the day of the incident, Russel was reportedly called out of his home, taken to a secluded spot, and assaulted. Police recovered Russel in injured condition and took him into custody, noting that he had an existing arrest warrant in a family case. He was first taken to Karimganj Upazila Health Complex and later referred to Shaheed Syed Nazrul Islam Medical College Hospital, where he died on the way. Medical officials confirmed multiple injury marks on his body. Police said legal procedures are underway, and the body has been sent for autopsy. Russel’s family alleged that he was deliberately lured and attacked, demanding immediate arrests and exemplary punishment for those involved.

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board has announced plans for a nationwide protest in India following concerns over the demolition of mosques and madrasas. The decision was made during the board’s executive meeting on June 22, 2026, which discussed the protection of Muslim rights, religious freedom, and recent policy actions in several states. The board alleged that incidents of mob violence, demolition drives, and restrictions on religious practices have increased in some BJP-ruled states, threatening social harmony and democratic values. The board also expressed dissatisfaction with a recent High Court ruling in the Kamal Maula Mosque–Bhojshala case in Madhya Pradesh, claiming it contradicts historical and official records. It pledged legal support to the mosque committee in the ongoing Supreme Court case. The board criticized moves to make singing “Vande Mataram” mandatory in schools and madrasas, arguing that it violates constitutional religious freedom, while welcoming the Calcutta High Court’s interim stay on the directive. Reaffirming its opposition to the Uniform Civil Code, the board said such measures undermine India’s pluralistic structure. It decided to form a special committee to coordinate the nationwide movement for protecting Muslim rights and religious institutions.

State-run broadcaster Bangladesh Television (BTV) has reported expenses 32 times higher than its income, according to Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan. Responding to a parliamentary question from MP Fazle Huda, the minister said BTV earned Tk 8.05 crore including taxes in the first 11 months of the current fiscal year, while spending Tk 254.18 crore. The statement was presented during a session chaired by Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed. The minister also detailed BTV’s income and expenditure from fiscal years 2020–21 to 2024–25, showing consistent deficits each year. He further informed parliament about ongoing initiatives to counter misinformation through the ‘BanglaFact’ program, which has identified over 300 Facebook accounts and 199 X accounts spreading false or misleading content. Additionally, the ministry is working to amend the Press Council Act 1974 to set educational qualifications and registration requirements for journalists. Swapan added that Bangladesh currently has 55 private television channels, of which 39 are broadcasting, and 1,436 daily newspapers nationwide. There are also 474 registered online news portals across various categories.

Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milan announced that the government aims to gradually allocate more than 4 percent of Bangladesh’s GDP to the education sector. He made the statement on Monday while addressing the 20th founding anniversary and Dean’s and Vice-Chancellor’s Award ceremony at Noakhali Science and Technology University. The minister said the government is working to improve the education system and develop a skilled workforce. He added that in the future, general and madrasa education will share common examination papers for subjects such as Bangla, English, mathematics, physics, chemistry, accounting, economics, and social science. He also mentioned that technical education is being integrated into madrasa education to modernize it and reduce inequality. Dr. Milan further noted that the Bogura University Bill has recently been passed, introducing modern academic programs modeled after European and American institutions. He highlighted that Noakhali also has the potential to establish a similar modern university. Addressing administrative issues, he said promotion for about 32,000 of the country’s 65,000 head teachers remains pending but is expected to be resolved by July 2.

A rare white buffalo known as 'Donald Trump' has been transferred from Bangladesh’s National Zoo to the Bangladesh Livestock Research Institute (BLRI) in Savar. The zoo’s director, Dr. Mohammad Rafiqul Islam Talukder, confirmed on Monday that the relocation followed an administrative decision. The move aims to enhance the animal’s conservation, research, and breeding programs, and the entire process was carried out under official supervision. The white buffalo gained public attention for its unusual name and distinctive appearance, which made it a major attraction at the National Zoo. Previously, the animal had been kept at a farm in Narayanganj and became widely discussed on social media after being named 'Donald Trump' due to its hair resembling that of the U.S. president. The government later decided to preserve the animal instead of using it for sacrifice and moved it to the National Zoo on May 27. Following the latest administrative order, it has now been relocated to BLRI for further care and research.

Ruling party lawmaker Reza Ahmed from Kushtia-1 constituency has called for legislation to prohibit political activities in mosques and madrasas. He made the demand on Monday while participating in the general discussion on the proposed national budget for the 2026–27 fiscal year. During his speech, Ahmed stated that mosques are places of worship and should not be used for political purposes. He urged the Home Minister to pass a law ensuring that no political meetings are held in mosques or madrasas. He emphasized that political parties, including the opposition, should hold their meetings in open fields, schools, or halls instead of religious institutions. Ahmed also noted that while ruling and opposition parties conduct political gatherings in public venues, similar activities should not be allowed in mosques. His remarks reflected a call for maintaining the sanctity of religious spaces and separating them from partisan politics.

State Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Sheikh Faridul Islam said that environmental pollution is mainly caused by human self-interest. He made the remarks on Monday while attending the 2026 Environment Debate Competition organized by the Narayanganj Sadar Upazila administration at the Narayanganj District Shilpakala Academy. The minister urged students to make their parents aware of pollution and emphasized that everyone must work to protect life and nature. He praised the organizers for arranging the event and said that children are the future leaders of the country, stressing that becoming good human beings is more important than any profession. Referring to his experience abroad, he noted that awareness and discipline are key to environmental protection, citing examples from Japan and Singapore. He also mentioned ongoing efforts to keep schools clean and encouraged children to avoid mobile and drug addiction while engaging more in debates, cultural activities, and sports. The minister reiterated that building the nation is a collective responsibility and that citizens must fulfill their duties responsibly.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, stating that a new prime minister will take office after the summer recess. He has instructed the ruling Labour Party to begin the process of selecting his successor. According to a BBC report, several senior Labour figures are being discussed as potential candidates, with Andy Burnham emerging as the strongest contender. Burnham, currently serving as Mayor of Greater Manchester for nearly a decade, is widely regarded as a popular leader within the party and among voters. He recently won a parliamentary seat, strengthening his national political standing. Other names in discussion include former Health Minister Wes Streeting, former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, former Energy Minister Ed Miliband, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, and Defence Minister Al Carns. The leadership race is expected to determine the future direction of the Labour Party, with attention now focused on which candidate secures the most support once the selection process begins.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s student wing, Chhatra Dal, organized a protest rally at Shahbagh in Dhaka on Monday, June 22, 2026, opposing what it described as anarchic activities by the banned organization Chhatra League. The demonstration, led by Chhatra Dal central vice president Kazi Zia Uddin Basit, began in front of the National Museum and circled the TSC area before returning to the starting point. During the rally, participants chanted slogans calling for the dismantling of Awami League strongholds. After the march, Basit stated that in Bangladesh’s history, no precedent exists where a fallen regime’s associates fled the country, adding that the people would not accept Sheikh Hasina’s return to politics. He reaffirmed that Chhatra Dal would continue its struggle for citizens’ rights. Leaders and activists from various universities and colleges affiliated with the nationalist student organization joined the protest, according to the report.

A mild earthquake was felt in Dhaka and several parts of Bangladesh on Monday night at 9:28:54 pm. The Earthquake Observation and Research Center reported a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter scale, with the epicenter located in Rupganj, Narayanganj, about 16 kilometers east of Agargaon in Dhaka. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) measured the quake at magnitude 4.4, with a depth of 10 kilometers. No immediate reports of damage were received, though residents in many areas rushed outdoors after feeling the tremor. Rubaiyat Kabir, director of the Earthquake Observation and Research Center, said the quake felt stronger because its epicenter was close to Dhaka but emphasized that such mild tremors occur frequently worldwide and are not cause for alarm. BUET civil engineering professor Dr. Mehedi Ahmed Ansari noted that similar minor quakes occurred several times last year and warned that Bangladesh remains at risk of a major earthquake due to lack of preparedness. He urged the government to take proactive measures to mitigate potential large-scale damage. Experts reiterated that while small tremors are common, the absence of major quakes in the region for over a century could signal accumulating seismic pressure, underscoring the need for readiness.

Police in Tahirpur upazila of Sunamganj district have arrested former Jubo Dal leader Roti Mia on charges of assaulting a teacher. The arrest took place early Monday morning in Dakshinkul village, where Roti Mia, son of the late Abdul Gani, resides. The case stems from an incident in which the accused allegedly demanded 200,000 taka in extortion money and later attacked the teacher on his way to school. According to the complaint filed at Tahirpur Police Station, the victim, teacher Moktar Hossain, lodged a written allegation against Roti Mia following the assault. Police subsequently detained the accused and presented him before the court. Officer-in-Charge Aminur Islam confirmed that the suspect has been handed over to judicial authorities. The report did not include further details about the teacher’s condition or any court proceedings following the arrest.