Home Affairs Advisor Jahangir Alam has announced that, in order to prevent robberies and untoward incidents during the upcoming Eid travel, photographs of every passenger boarding at each bus stop must be taken. Jahangir emphasized that the government, along with the Bus Owners Association, is committed to ensuring a smooth travel experience. Last year, the journey was largely hassle-free, and similar expectations have been set for this year. Both the onward and return trips will follow government-regulated fares, with no deviation allowed.

BNP leader Ishraq Hossain's followers are still protesting outside the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) building, demanding his appointment as mayor. Protesters have not only blocked the main gate but also locked all departmental office gates, halting all services. Ishraq Hossain is expected to visit the site around 3 PM to meet with the protesters and assess the situation.

Jamaat-e-Islami Amir, Dr. Shafiqul Rahman, stated that those who fought for change risked their lives to remove fascism. While the fascists themselves may have gone, fascism remains. He emphasized that its shadow still looms over the nation. Rahman also stated that to completely eliminate fascism, a free, fair, and acceptable election is essential, which will result in the formation of a just government. He further noted that the Jamaat-e-Islami expects the current Election Commission to maintain its dignity and avoid any form of partisanship. If the Election Commission upholds its honor, the party will offer full cooperation.

In the early hours of Monday, the Border Security Force (BSF) of India pushed back 12 individuals through the border in the Dhobaura region of Mymensingh. They were later apprehended by the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) in the Munshipara area. Among the 12 detained, three were women, eight were men, and one was a child. All of them were residents of the Narsingdi and Khulna districts in Bangladesh, but after crossing into India, they had gained Indian citizenship.

On Tuesday morning, BNP National Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed filed a complaint regarding enforced disappearances at the office of the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Tribunal. He presented his complaint to Chief Prosecutor Advocate Mohammad Tajul Islam, asserting that cases of enforced disappearances and murders will be filed in the Tribunal. However, Salahuddin expressed frustration over the lack of visible action in this regard. He called for the trial of all individuals involved in such incidents, including Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Economic Advisor Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed has confirmed that electricity produced by the Ruppur Nuclear Power Plant will be supplied to the national grid by December this year. The construction of the 2400 MW nuclear power plant in Ruppur is progressing rapidly. He also mentioned that an agreement was signed with Nepal on October 3, 2024, under which 40 MW of hydropower will be imported at an affordable rate to meet the summer electricity demand. Furthermore, to ensure transparency and accountability in the power sector, the “Electricity and Energy Rapid Supply Enhancement Act, 2010” has been repealed. A national committee has been formed to review the agreements made under this law and to recommend changes.

Advisor Asif Mahmood stated that, every year, a week or two before Eid-ul-Adha, unscrupulous traders would manipulate the market, causing the prices of almost all types of spices to increase significantly. However, this year, the situation is different. Compared to last year's Eid, most spice prices have decreased. For example, the price of onions per kilogram, which was around 70-80 BDT last year, is now between 45-50 BDT. Similarly, domestic garlic, which was priced at 190-200 BDT per kilogram last year, is now 110-120 BDT. The price of ginger, which was 220-260 BDT per kilogram, has now dropped to 110-120 BDT. Most spices have seen a decrease in price compared to last year.

Maulana ATM Masum, a leader of Jamaat-e-Islami, criticized the 2025–26 budget of Tk 7.9 trillion presented by the Finance Adviser, stating it does not reflect the aspirations of rebuilding a new Bangladesh after the July mass uprising. He noted that while expenditures were not increased, neither were they significantly reduced, and the budget lacks innovation. Masum warned that achieving the revenue collection target would be a major challenge. He pointed out that the budget deficit has increased to Tk 2.66 trillion, a large portion of which is expected to come from foreign sources, showing no sign of reduced foreign dependence. Although some education-related items saw price reductions, the overall education budget was cut. He appreciated the reductions in health supplies, daily essentials, and agricultural inputs like fertilizers and pesticides.

Gono Odhikar Parishad (GOP) President Nurul Haque Nur revealed that during a recent meeting with the Chief Adviser, all political parties except three demanded an immediate roadmap for elections to be held within December. He noted that there is already consensus on the need for reforms, and that the Chief Adviser expressed willingness to proceed on the basis of national consensus. Nur added that several actions and political statements from current advisers have created distance between the government and the political parties. His party has called for the restructuring of the advisory council by removing controversial advisers.

BNP leader Aminul Haque alleged that personal secretaries (PSs) in the interim government could not have engaged in corruption without directives from their advisers. "PSs are appointed as loyalists to the advisers, and they act accordingly," he said. Haque accused former authoritarian regimes and their associates of escaping after looting public wealth. He called for justice against those in the interim government and their affiliates who, driven by greed for power, have misappropriated public funds. He urged the announcement of a roadmap for a free and fair election by December, in line with the people's expectations.

BNP senior joint secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi lamented the plight of party activists over the past 15 years under what he termed a "fascist regime." He said, "Many of our activists have disappeared, families have been torn apart, and we’ve endured imprisonment and torture." Referring to the July uprising, he noted that while BNP members sacrificed their lives and faced arrests, others in suits and ties went on to assume power. Rizvi also expressed concern over Dr. Muhammad Yunus being misled by a few advisors.

BNP leader Dr. Abdul Moin Khan criticized the proposed 2025–26 national budget, calling it "meaningless" in the absence of political stability. He argued that the budget’s implementation remains highly uncertain due to the interim government's lack of public mandate and moral authority. He pointed out that although the nominal size of the budget has been reduced, revenue targets have increased, exposing flaws in the government’s financial management. Dr. Khan also noted that the budget fails to provide any meaningful direction for low-income and impoverished segments of the population.

BNP leader Ishraque Hossain alleged that certain foreign agents have been identified who had initiated a conspiracy to let foreign troops use Bangladeshi territory under the guise of creating "humanitarian corridors." He said, "Just as Hasina was known as an agent of India, another group is widely viewed as aligned with Pakistan." Referring to Tarique Rahman’s declaration, he added, "Not Delhi, not Rawalpindi, our priority is Bangladesh." Ishraque also warned against narratives suggesting that the country cannot function without a particular leader, calling such notions dangerous. He criticized the idea of delaying elections in the name of reforms and justice.

BNP leader Barkatullah Bulu stated that when Dr. Muhammad Yunus won the Nobel Peace Prize, it was not Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina who congratulated him, but then Mayor of undivided Dhaka, Sadeque Hossain Khoka, who organized a civic reception at the South Plaza of the National Parliament. He added that while Dr. Yunus received state honors under a BNP-led government by then-President Iajuddin Ahmed at Bangabhaban, today his son, Ishraque Hossain, despite winning a court order and having his election gazetted, is still being denied the chance to take oath.

Police in Chattogram have seized a covered van loaded with fabric rolls allegedly intended for making uniforms for the Kuki-Chin National Front (KNF), a hill-based armed separatist group. The shipment was traced back to a garment factory owned by Awami League leader and former MP Abduch Salam. Four individuals have been detained for questioning. This follows earlier operations in which police confiscated over 47,000 KNF uniforms from several local factories.