More than 200 patients have been admitted to the Lalpur Upazila Health Complex in the last three days with diarrhea. Most are workers from the Ishwardi Export Processing Zone (EPZ). Patients expressed frustration as the hospital lacked sufficient government-supplied medicine, forcing them to buy drugs from outside. The outbreak reportedly began after workers consumed food and water at the EPZ last Thursday.

Following a meeting with the Consensus Commission, Jamaat-e-Islami leader Dr. Syed Abdullah Taher stated that all political parties reiterated their trust in Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus. “We expect a credible election under his leadership,” he said. Taher urged that election dates be set between December and April, excluding the weather-challenged months of May and June. He emphasized the importance of allowing expatriates to vote and called for immediate electoral reforms, aiming for a unified “July Charter” to be signed by all parties by July.

At least 50 people, including police officers, were injured in violent clashes between law enforcement and workers of Bashundhara Garments Ltd. in Savar on Monday. The workers had blocked the Dhaka-Aricha highway and the Hemayetpur-Singair regional road starting at 9 a.m., demanding three months of unpaid wages. Police dispersed the protesters around 3 p.m. using tear gas and water cannons, sparking multiple rounds of clashes. Although the highway was cleared, workers continued to block the regional road. Police confirmed that wage payments had been repeatedly delayed by the management.

As part of preparations for trade dialogue with the United States, the 2025-26 budget proposes full import duty waivers on 110 items and reduced tariffs on many more. Economic Advisor Salehuddin Ahmed stated that the proposal includes withdrawing supplementary duties on 9 items and reducing them on 442 others. Exempted goods include various yarns, nuclear reactor parts, boilers, hydraulic turbines, gas turbines, milking machines, and other dairy farm equipment. The move aims to address the nearly $6 billion trade deficit with the US.

The Ministry of Law has announced the transfer of 30 district and sessions judges as per recommendations from the Supreme Court. In a separate directive, 38 additional district judges and 162 assistant and senior assistant judges were also transferred, while 12 officials received promotions. The ministry stated that these changes are in the public interest and will take immediate effect.

BNP leader Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury criticized the proposed budget for FY 2025-26, calling it a continuation of the previous government's approach. He argued that the budget should have been aligned with actual revenue income, which it fails to do. “The budget size should have been more conservative,” he said, adding that its implementation will be difficult for the current government. BNP will officially respond to the budget on June 4. Khasru emphasized that budgets based on real revenue allow for more liquidity in the private sector, boost investment, reduce interest rates, and lower dependency on foreign loans.

Local leaders of the BNP and Anti-Discrimination Student Movement have expressed regret over the recent attack, vandalism, and arson at the residence of Jatiya Party leader GM Quader. Earlier, they were summoned to a military camp at Rangpur Stadium by Brigadier General Humayun Kaiyum of the 72nd Infantry Brigade. Four accused individuals from both groups appeared at the camp and pledged not to engage in further acts that could disrupt law and order. Authorities warned of strict action to maintain peace in Rangpur.

At the launch of the Law Reporters Forum’s annual publication Projonmo 24, Chief Justice Dr. Syed Refaat Ahmed affirmed that judicial reforms are actively underway. He acknowledged the media's role in supporting these reforms and expressed hope that this cooperation would continue. The event was attended by Supreme Court officials, including Appellate Division Registrar Md. Hasanuzzaman and Special Officer Moazzem Hossain.

The ‘July Unity’ platform has announced a “March to the Secretariat” on Tuesday, protesting the interim government’s failure to remove 44 bureaucrats allegedly loyal to Sheikh Hasina. They accused these officials of opposing legislative reforms and inciting unrest within government institutions. The group claims these actions conflict with the spirit of the July movement and accused external forces, including India, of backing a “civilian coup” strategy.

During the second round of talks between political parties and the National Consensus Commission, Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus said the goal is to reduce divisions and add new elements to the July Charter. Calling the meeting one of his most fulfilling experiences, he said, “Together, we are shaping the true future of Bangladesh.” He praised the political parties for their unexpected and deep engagement in the dialogue process and stressed the importance of capitalizing on this unique opportunity.

The High Court has dropped from its docket a petition filed by former cricketer Farroque challenging the legality of appointing ex-captain Aminul Islam Bulbul as a director of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). The National Sports Council had annulled Farroque’s nomination on May 29 and appointed Aminul the following day. Farroque challenged both decisions, but the court removed the case from its active list today.

BNP leader Zainul Abdin Farroque questioned the interim government's delay in holding national elections, arguing that Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus could conduct elections within three months. “Why is it taking more than nine?” he asked. He warned against any attempt to sideline the BNP and claimed that such moves would be resisted by the party's grassroots supporters. Farroque also accused the interim government of obsessing over BNP criticism instead of focusing on electoral reform.

Supporters of BNP leader Ishraque Hossain continued their sit-in protest at Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) headquarters on Monday, demanding that he be sworn in as mayor. Protesters blocked the main gate and padlocked office entrances across all departments, halting DSCC services. Organized under the “Dhakabashi” banner, the protest began around 11:30 AM and drew increasing numbers throughout the day.

Following a Supreme Court verdict, Jamaat-e-Islami's Assistant Secretary General Dr. Hamidur Rahman Azad met with Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin to discuss the party’s re-registration and retrieval of its traditional scales (দাঁড়িপাল্লা) symbol. Dr. Azad expressed optimism, stating that the CEC gave a “positive response.” He emphasized that the court ruling mandates reinstating prior statuses, which includes returning the election symbol Jamaat historically used.

Chief Economic Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, in his budget speech, criticized the ruling Awami League for leading the financial sector to near ruin through systemic misgovernance. He revealed that the non-performing loan (NPL) ratio surged from 10.11% in June 2023 to 20.20% by December 2024—nearly doubling in just 18 months. To restore public trust and address structural challenges, the interim government has initiated key reforms, including the drafting of the Bank Resolution Ordinance 2025 and the formation of three task forces aimed at stabilizing the sector.