A protest march led by Tongi East Thana Jubo Dal convenor Akbar Hossain Faruk demanded the arrest and trial of deposed fascist Sheikh Hasina and her associates. The march, which traversed key points along the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway, concluded at Station Road, where a brief rally was held. Speakers at the event reiterated their demand for her immediate arrest.

At an event at Dhaka University, Advisor Asif Mahmud announced that recommendations from reform commissions will be implemented after discussions with stakeholders to rebuild state institutions weakened under the former authoritarian regime. He expressed optimism that young people, inspired by the July uprising, will play a crucial role in shaping a new Bangladesh and proving their capabilities on a global stage.

Legal advisor Asif Nazrul has urged that case details be meticulously documented, warning against the hasty granting of bail. Speaking at a legal conference, he highlighted that for 15 years, instability, enforced disappearances, and extrajudicial killings have plagued the country. He stressed the need for accountability, emphasizing that every murder must be investigated. The Home Affairs Advisor, at the same event, stated that legal actions are being taken against those inciting anarchy.

Workers of Crown Exclusive Wear Limited in Sripur, Gazipur, staged a protest against unpaid wages, layoffs, and alleged abuse by the management. Protesters blocked roads and set fire to trees in defiance. The factory employs about 3,000 workers, and sources claim that arbitrary dismissals and mistreatment are rampant. Industrial Officer-in-Charge Abdul Latif stated that 14 of the workers’ demands have been met, but issues regarding mobile phone use and the dismissal of a supervisor remain unresolved. Police later confirmed that normal traffic flow has resumed.

In Chapainawabganj's Bholahat Upazila, a football tournament witnessed an unusual sight: a police officer, an Awami League leader, and BNP leaders sharing the same stage. The presence of former Upazila Chairman and Awami League Organizing Secretary Rabbul Hossain, along with BNP district committee members Mozammel Haque and Abu Hanif, alongside the Officer-in-Charge (OC), sparked widespread discussion. Organizers clarified that there is no party-based government at the moment and sought cooperation from all political groups to make the competition a success.

Mojibur Rahman Manju, chairman of the Amar Bangladesh (AB) Party, stated that students and the public demand systemic political reforms, not just a change in leadership. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, he said that before public frustration reaches its peak, the interim government must prove its competence and responsibility. He acknowledged that the administration had faced over 150 protests, floods allegedly caused by an Indian conspiracy, sectarian violence, and widespread corruption in the past six months. While commending the government for handling these crises, he also stressed that proactive measures like ‘Operation Devil Hunt’ and a political coordination team should have been implemented sooner.

A massive fire broke out in the Brahmottor village of Syedpur, Nilphamari, on Monday night, destroying 30 houses belonging to eight families. The fire, reportedly caused by an electrical short circuit, led to losses estimated in the millions. Two cows, three goats, furniture, electronics, crops, and cash were also lost in the blaze. Affected families are now homeless, seeking aid. The local Jamaat leader has promised assistance, urging the administration and affluent individuals to help the victims.

Bangladesh ranks 14th among the world’s most corrupt countries, according to Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB). The organization’s Executive Director, Iftekharuzzaman, revealed the findings at a press conference on Tuesday, noting that Bangladesh’s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) score dropped to 23—its lowest in 13 years. Among South Asian countries, only Afghanistan ranks lower. He criticized the previous government for fostering corruption while publicly claiming to combat it. Bangladesh now stands at 151st out of 180 countries, a two-step decline from last year.

A young man named Raju (18) was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Daulatpur, Kushtia, on Monday at midnight. The murder took place near the Bairagichar Mondolpara Ghat. Raju, son of Ibrahim Pramanik, was found critically injured and later declared dead at the Daulatpur Upazila Health Complex. According to Officer-in-Charge Nazmul Huda, authorities are investigating whether the killing was linked to drug-related disputes.

Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, Home Affairs Adviser, has alleged that pro-fascist elements are conspiring against the government both domestically and internationally. Speaking at an event at the police auditorium, he emphasized that the interim government’s priority is restoring law and order and ensuring public safety. He stated that those engaged in anarchy and crime would face legal consequences. He also accused the previous government of plundering national wealth and suppressing dissent under the guise of patriotism.

In a continued crackdown under ‘Operation Devil Hunt,’ Gazipur police arrested 81 individuals—69 from the metropolitan area and 12 in the district. Police Commissioner Dr. Nazmul Karim Khan stated that these arrests followed the attack on students at AKM Mozammel Haque’s residence. Over the past four days, authorities have detained a total of 335 individuals: 16 on Saturday, 65 on Sunday, 100 on Monday night, 73 on Monday daytime, and 81 on Tuesday. Police claim that those arrested are affiliates of the ruling party, involved in suppressing dissent.

Bangladesh has resumed full electricity imports from India’s Adani Power after previously reducing supply due to disputes over the 1,600 MW power plant agreement. According to a Reuters report on Tuesday, the contract, signed in 2017 under the then Sheikh Hasina-led government, was a 25-year deal with Adani Power. Since then, Bangladesh has been importing electricity from Adani’s $2 billion power plant in Jharkhand. The plant, consisting of two 800 MW units, enjoys an exclusive supply deal with Bangladesh.

Former members of the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR), who were dismissed after the 2009 Pilkhana mutiny, staged a protest at Shaheed Minar demanding reinstatement, compensation, and state benefits. The “Justice for BDR” movement, organized by the BDR Welfare Council, called for the release of those they claim were wrongfully imprisoned in the mutiny trials. Protesters also rejected what they termed as a “conspiratorial investigation and fabricated verdicts.” Among their demands are the reinstatement of the BDR name, an independent investigation to identify the true masterminds, and the declaration of a national day in remembrance of the fallen soldiers of the Pilkhana massacre.

Just before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s U.S. visit on February 12, President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on aluminum and steel products, effective this week. This move could severely impact India’s $3 billion steel exports to the U.S. and is seen as a diplomatic challenge for Modi. Previously, Trump imposed a 10% tariff on Chinese imports and announced similar tariffs on Canada and Mexico, though the latter was temporarily postponed. Experts view this as a significant shift in U.S. trade policy.

Thirteen years have passed since the brutal murder of journalist couple Sagar Sarowar and Meherun Runi, yet justice remains elusive. The investigation report has been postponed 115 times, and four different agencies have taken over the case. A high-powered task force, led by the PBI chief, has been formed to expedite the probe. Allegations suggest that for six years, no investigation was conducted before the case was handed over to the PBI. The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), which previously handled the case, only sought extensions without making progress. Meanwhile, Sagar and Runi’s family continues to wait in exhaustion. The couple was murdered on February 11, 2012. However, the interim government has now pledged to accelerate the judicial process.