A lawyer named Md. Jasim Uddin has filed a contempt of court complaint against NCP leader Sarjis Alam for a Facebook post criticizing the High Court. The post followed the dismissal of a writ petition that sought to block Ishraq Hossain from taking his mayoral oath. Alam wrote, “If mob pressure can influence High Court verdicts, what’s the point of having a High Court?” The lawyer claims this constitutes contempt of court, especially after receiving no reply to a prior legal notice.

The High Court on Wednesday acquitted BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman and his wife Dr. Zubaida Rahman in a long-standing corruption case. Justice Md. Khasruzzaman delivered the verdict. Defense lawyer S. M. Shahjahan stated that none of the properties attributed to Tarique were beyond known sources of income, and none were located outside Bangladesh.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) detained a Bangladeshi national named Ripon Das while attempting to enter India’s Meghalaya state. He was later handed over to Sunamganj Sadar Model Police Station. During preliminary questioning, Ripon confessed he was trying to visit relatives in Shillong and admitted involvement in smuggling Indian cosmetics.

Sick defendants will now have access to wheelchairs at Dhaka’s Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court. On Wednesday at 9:30 AM, Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Md. Mostafizur Rahman handed over three wheelchairs to the court’s holding cell. He noted that the initiative aims to uphold international human rights and fundamental rights by facilitating easier court appearances for ailing detainees.

Government officials and employees have announced a new protest strategy demanding the repeal of the "Government Jobs (Amendment) Ordinance 2025". At a press conference at 2 PM, they declared they would observe one-hour work abstentions each day until Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus returns from Japan. Additionally, they plan to submit memorandums to three advisers and a secretary of the government.

The Appellate Division will hear a leave-to-appeal petition on Thursday challenging the dismissal of a writ that sought to stop BNP leader Ishraq Hossain from taking oath as the Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC). During the hearing, the Election Commission’s stance will also be considered. The petitioner’s lawyer pointed out inconsistencies in the Election Tribunal's verdict. In response, Ishraq's counsel argued that the EC issued the gazette based on the court’s ruling and decided not to appeal the verdict.

Leaders of the Shahbagh Opposition Alliance claimed that leftist activists provoked the clash at Rajshahi University (RU) by initiating physical altercations and throwing flaming torches at opposition demonstrators. In a press conference following the incident involving the Democratic Student Alliance and the Shahbagh Opposition group, G. A. Sabbir read a written statement saying the protest was organized to oppose the 2013 Shahbagh Gonojagoron Mancha, which he labeled as a mob that interfered with the country's judicial process. Sabbir added that despite their efforts, they failed to prevent the violence due to the other side’s aggressiveness. He also criticized the Chhatra Dal's stance during the incident.

The Ministry of Law revealed that the inter-ministerial committee on politically motivated cases has recommended the withdrawal of 11,448 cases so far. BNP submitted a list of nearly 16,000 cases between January 10–14, 2025, while Jamaat-e-Islami submitted a list of 1,200 cases on April 27. Around half of the cases have already been recommended for withdrawal. Hefazat-e-Islam also submitted a list of 44 cases on May 20.

In a rare speech from the throne, Britain’s King Charles III emphasized that the relationship between the United States and Canada is founded on mutual respect and shared interests. Speaking at the Canadian Parliament for the first time in nearly five decades, King Charles said both nations are committed to achieving transformative benefits for their people. He praised Canada’s efforts to strengthen ties with global trade partners, aligning with the values and needs of the modern world.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman emphasized the need for national unity to confront future conspiracies and push the country forward. Welcoming the release of ATM Azharul Islam at 9:30 AM, he referred to him as a "persecuted leader" and called for prayers for his continued leadership. He added that the fall of autocracy was achieved through the collective effort of 180 million Bangladeshis.

India has continued the practice of ‘push-in’—forcibly sending people into Bangladesh—despite repeated objections from the Bangladeshi government. Among those being pushed are Indian oppressed citizens, undocumented Bangladeshis, and Rohingya refugees. Recently, 160 individuals were flown from Ghaziabad to Agartala and are expected to be sent to Bangladesh. On May 8, Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent a letter expressing concern and urging respect for the formal repatriation process.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) clarified that the Army will not be deployed for waste management during Eid-ul-Azha or for controlling dengue mosquitoes. Instead, support will be sought from the Army's auxiliary body, Bangladesh Machine Tools Factory (BMTF). Earlier, DNCC officials had been misquoted in the media regarding army deployment, which they have now corrected.

Senior Secretary of the Land Ministry, Saleh Ahmed, said civil servants protesting the ‘Government Service (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025’ have presented their concerns to the Cabinet Secretary. He assured that the Chief Adviser, upon his return from Japan on May 31, will be informed of their demands. The protesters had paused their demonstration on Tuesday after meeting with designated secretaries.

Although BNP's divisional youth rally in front of its central office in Naya Paltan was scheduled to start at 2 PM, thousands of leaders and activists had already gathered much earlier. Participants from Dhaka, Sylhet, Mymensingh, and Faridpur arrived in processions. Chhatra Dal Senior Vice President Abu Afsan Mohammad Yahia said, “Youth are being deprived of political rights. They can’t vote or express opinions. Today’s rally is a reflection of our pain and protest.”

The Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources expressed concern over attempts by certain employees of Palli Bidyut Samity to destabilize the country under the guise of reform. In a press release, the ministry mentioned that a press statement from an unregistered group, “Bangladesh Palli Bidyut Association,” has come to their attention. The ministry clarified that this group does not represent any official entity and that the movement has no connection with dedicated Palli Bidyut officers and staff.