Following the Supreme Court’s acquittal of Jamaat-e-Islami leader ATM Azharul Islam in a war crimes case, party activists gathered in front of the Supreme Court’s annex building to offer a special two-unit prayer of gratitude (Shukrana Namaz). Many supporters, including men and women, reportedly fasted as a form of devotion while awaiting the verdict, which they say confirms the innocence of their “wrongfully accused” leader.

To address ongoing protests by Secretariat employees, the Cabinet Division has formed an eight-member committee led by Senior Secretary A.S.M. Saleh Ahmed of the Land Ministry. Badiul Kabir, co-chair of the Secretariat Officers-Employees Unity Forum, stated the committee will soon begin talks with the protesting employees. Demonstrations entered their fourth day today, with government staff breaching security cordons to demand withdrawal of the 'Public Service (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025'.

Gaza’s Health Ministry reported 81 more Palestinians were killed in the past 24 hours due to ongoing Israeli airstrikes, with 53 of the victims from Gaza City alone. At least 169 were injured. Authorities believe the actual number of casualties is higher as many remain trapped under rubble. Since the war began over 18 months ago, a total of 53,977 people have been killed and 122,966 injured—56% of them women and children.

Political commentator and adviser Asif Mahmud remarked, “Moves by different wings of the Janatar Moncho (People's Platform) are becoming clearer. Long-standing beneficiaries of corruption are resisting any reform as it threatens their settlements.” Referring to a business leader’s comment that withholding gas to industries is like ‘killing entrepreneurs’, Asif countered, “Gas supply to industries has actually increased by 22% compared to last year.” He criticized efforts to portray the government as oppressive despite improvements in utility services.

In a courtroom confession, Ripon, a suspect in the murder of Shahriar Alam Samya, revealed that two separate drug trafficking groups were involved in the killing. He said after the murder, he transported the prime suspect by motorcycle to the Suhrawardy Udyan temple gate, from where another group helped him escape to safety. The perpetrators later fled to Cox’s Bazar. Ripon admitted that 5 to 7 people were directly involved, with two delivering fatal blows while others stood guard. All suspects are reportedly involved in narcotics trade. Five suspects were produced in court on Monday, where Ripon gave his statement.

The Local Government Division has confirmed it was preparing to administer the oath to BNP’s Ishraq Hossain as Mayor of Dhaka South after the High Court rejected a petition blocking his appointment. However, Ishraq filed a new petition on May 25, and a citizen filed a leave-to-appeal against the previous ruling on May 26. As the matter is now pending in the Appellate Division, the government has decided to wait for the court's final decision before proceeding with the swearing-in.

Security has been intensified at the Bangladesh Secretariat as government employees protest the 'Public Service (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025'. SWAT and BGB forces have been deployed at the main entrance. Entry is restricted to only government officials and staff. According to police, a decision on media access will be made by noon. The Home Ministry earlier announced that no visitors would be allowed into the Secretariat today.

Tensions escalated along the Roumari border in Kurigram early Tuesday following an alleged 'push-in' of 14 individuals by Indian Border Security Force (BSF). Locals reported hearing gunshots as Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) intervened. BGB has taken a strict stance with the help of local residents to block the push-in attempts. The BSF allegedly forced 14 people—men and women—across the Boraibari border illegally. Despite BGB’s call for a flag meeting, BSF has not responded. The pushed-in individuals are reportedly still stranded in no-man’s land.

A video from French President Emmanuel Macron’s Vietnam trip has gone viral, showing his wife Brigitte seemingly swatting his face as they disembark from a plane. Macron responded with humor, saying, “In the video, I was joking with my wife, and suddenly it’s being treated like a geopolitical catastrophe. People are interpreting it in bizarre ways.” He added, “Yes, the videos are real—but the way they’re being distorted and weaponized is even more alarming.”

The Appellate Division has overturned the death sentence handed to Jamaat-e-Islami leader ATM Azharul Islam in a war crimes case. The verdict was delivered on Tuesday by a seven-member bench led by Chief Justice Dr. Syed Refaat Ahmed. Defense counsel Shishir Monir stated, “First, we thank Allah. He has been completely acquitted of all charges. This was injustice in the name of justice.” Following the ruling, there are now no legal barriers to Azharul Islam's release.

Assam police have arrested at least 50 individuals suspected of being Bangladeshi infiltrators from districts including Guwahati, Golaghat, Dhubri, Barpeta, and Cachar. However, families of the detainees claim they are all Indian citizens. A police official reported that the suspects are currently being held at the Rupnagar Police Reserve. Their families have started submitting necessary documents to prove their Indian nationality, and verification is underway.

BNP Central Leader Aminul Haque has strongly condemned the daylight murder of Kamrul Ahsan Sadhan, Joint Convenor of Gulshan Thana BNP. “Such acts of violence are unacceptable in a Bangladesh striving to rid itself of authoritarianism post-August 5,” he said. Haque demanded that those responsible be brought to justice, stating that law enforcement has already been approached and is actively investigating the suspects and motives behind the killing.

Nine months after suffering severe eye injuries during the July uprising, many protestors still haven’t regained their vision. Despite being treated at major hospitals, including the National Institute of Ophthalmology, full recovery has remained elusive. In a desperate act of frustration and despair, four injured protesters—Ali Hamza Shimul (19), Md. Sagar (18), Akhtar Hossain aka Abu Taher (22), and Maruf Ahmed (21)—attempted suicide by drinking poison on Sunday while still undergoing treatment. It has also been revealed that three others had similar intentions but refrained after the incident came to light.

In a recent directive, the Finance Division of the Ministry of Finance has increased the festival allowance for MPO-listed teachers at non-government educational institutions. Teachers will now receive 50% of their basic salary as a festival bonus, up from the previous 25%. The circular also noted that any future irregularities in disbursement will be the responsibility of the respective bill-paying authorities. The allowance will take effect from the date of the administrative ministry’s order.

At a recent seminar, Adviser Farida Akhter stated that the local livestock industry has seen a strong resurgence. Women farmers and entrepreneurs are now raising cattle and goats at home, significantly reducing dependency on foreign imports during Eid-ul-Adha. She estimated that this year’s Qurbani-related economic activity will surpass Tk 1 trillion. To support the leather sector, the government has announced free salt distribution for rawhide preservation and fixed prices to prevent exploitation. If necessary, rawhides will be preserved for export.