Images circulating on social media claiming to show Bangladeshis celebrating Pakistan’s victory over India are misleading. Fact-checking reveals that one image is from New Year’s celebrations in Dhaka, while another is from Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Neither image is connected to recent geopolitical events.

Shaykh Ahmadullah emphasized the power of Bangladesh’s extensive mosque network, consisting of nearly 400,000 mosques and over 800,000 imams and muezzins. He argued this infrastructure could greatly assist in disaster management, public services, and social welfare, urging the government to use this manpower for national development. “It is difficult for a country to progress while ignoring such vast potential,” he concluded.

Around 1:50 PM on Wednesday, the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) detained a Bangladeshi citizen who had crossed near the Dharmagarh BOP area of Thakurgaon’s Ranishankoil to cut grass. According to Lt. Col. Tanzir Ahmed, efforts are underway to secure his safe return. The BSF has reportedly assured through a flag meeting that the detainee will be released.

At least 70 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza within 24 hours, including 50 in northern Gaza’s Jabalia city and refugee camp. Among the victims were 22 children and 15 women, according to the Indonesian Hospital. Disturbing footage shows piles of bodies at the site. The Israeli military claims it is reviewing the strikes on civilian areas.

Islami Chhatra Shibir President Zahidul Islam condemned repeated harassment and violence against Jagannath University students during protests. He claimed even fascist regimes hadn’t dared to attack students so openly and warned that the movement would continue until demands were met. Drawing from personal experience, he highlighted the widespread landlord abuse faced by students in Old Dhaka.

Advocate Shishir Monir stated that Jamaat-e-Islami adopted the scales symbol in 1941, long before the Supreme Court of Bangladesh was established in 1972. He noted that Jamaat’s MPs were elected with public mandates and accused the judiciary of politicization for canceling the party’s registration and the caretaker government system.

Jagannath University students protesting at Kakrail have vowed not to vacate the road until they meet with the Chief Adviser. Around 10 PM, Adviser Mahfuz Alam arrived at the scene and spoke with the students, but was met with chants of “fraud” and had a water bottle thrown at him from the crowd.

BNP leader Abdul Moin Khan has criticized the dissolution of the National Board of Revenue (NBR), calling it a “cosmetic reform.” He argued that while IMF’s policy suggestions are theoretically sound, they often fail to address the root causes of Bangladesh’s economic problems. He emphasized that corruption, not branding, is the real issue, noting even finance advisors have assured NBR staff that their roles won’t change—rendering the reform meaningless.

Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Chairman Mohammad Moin said that Sheikh Hasina's return to the country is possible under a treaty signed with India during the Awami League's tenure. He also stated that the ACC is seeking Interpol’s assistance to bring back former UK MP Tulip Siddiq, Hasina’s niece, who is also implicated in corruption charges.

A writ has been filed in the High Court seeking a stay on the tribunal ruling that declared BNP leader Ishraque Hossain as the Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation. Lawyer Advocate Kazi Akbar Ali submitted the petition on behalf of one Md. Mamunur Rashid. Earlier, two Dhaka residents had issued a legal notice requesting that no gazette be issued under Ishraque’s name and that he not be administered the oath.

Police have forcefully removed diploma nursing students from Shahbagh intersection after a six-hour-long blockade that brought traffic to a halt. The demonstrators relocated to the Central Shaheed Minar following the eviction. Around 9 PM, when law enforcement attempted to disperse the crowd, students initially resisted. A baton charge by the police injured at least 10 students, three of whom required hospitalization.

Adviser Asif Nazrul held discussions with Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia who have been victims of forced labor. During the meeting, the workers shared their long-standing grievances, to which Nazrul assured he would work toward solutions. He is scheduled to meet Malaysia’s Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong tomorrow to discuss labor market issues. “This trip focuses on labor market concerns. Many of our migrant workers are undocumented or unemployed,” he said. “They are our remittance fighters and deserve support. We will protect national interest as much as possible.” Notably, Malaysia has imposed a ban on new worker entries since June 1 of last year.

During a meeting with RF Kennedy Human Rights President Kerry Kennedy, Prof. Ali Riaz stated that the National Consensus Commission — formed to reform the state — aims to unite all parties to draft a national charter for building a stronger democratic and accountable state. “This charter will provide a clear roadmap for Bangladesh’s future,” he said. After the meeting, a press release confirmed that Kerry Kennedy expressed satisfaction with the commission’s efforts and wished it success. Prof. Riaz noted that initial discussions with political parties will conclude soon, after which a second phase of dialogue will begin.

Despite heightened security along the border, the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) forcibly pushed 44 individuals into Bangladesh early Wednesday near the Barlekha border in Moulvibazar. The BGB, with help from local residents and a Union Parishad chairman, apprehended the individuals just before they reached Shahbazpur Bazaar. Previously, on May 6 and 7, the BSF had pushed in over 100 people, of whom 59 were detained by the BGB.

Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H. Mansur announced that the country is set to receive $3.5 billion in loans from the World Bank, IMF, and Asian Development Bank by June. Bangladesh has agreed to a more flexible exchange rate, prompting the IMF to release two pending tranches of a $4.7 billion loan simultaneously. “Remittances are strong, reserves are stable, and the balance of payments has improved. This is the ideal time to move toward a market-based exchange rate,” said Mansur.