Jagannath University has formed a probe committee to investigate irregularities in recruitment spanning the past 15 years. The committee is chaired by Professor Dr. Md. Rois Uddin, General Secretary of the Teachers’ Association. Members of the public and university community have welcomed the move as a step toward greater transparency and accountability. The committee has been asked to submit findings by June 30.

A group of SSC result-awaiting students have called for protests on Sunday in front of the Education Building, demanding two reforms: combined pass marks for written and MCQ sections, and the introduction of supplementary exams. Spokesperson Shahnewaz Parvez highlighted the unfairness of failing students based solely on MCQ performance despite passing the written part, a practice not followed before 2018.

BNP Joint Secretary General Syed Emran Saleh Prince has warned that failure to hold elections by December would lead to a national catastrophe. He stressed that timely elections are not just a BNP demand but a public one. Prince urged Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus to maintain his Nobel laureate neutrality, warning that mass protests under Tarique Rahman’s leadership could erupt in Dhaka if demands are unmet.

Just 48 hours after filing a lawsuit accusing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of vote rigging in a dummy election, Kamrul Hasan, President of the Aloa Union BNP, has withdrawn the case. His lawyer, Abu Raihan Khan, cited personal and family pressures and concerns for Hasan’s safety. The case initially named 193 individuals, including Hasina as the prime accused.

Jamaat leader Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher has stated that the Awami League has no future in Bangladesh, emphasizing that the country is going through a critical phase. He called for patience and constructive engagement from all stakeholders, warning against provocative actions or remarks. Taher expressed Jamaat’s willingness to accept elections in December or later, provided a clear roadmap is presented by the government.

Seven people were shot and one remains missing following a gunfight over control of a sand lease area in the Padma River near Ishwardi. The clash involved rival leaseholders Kakon Ali from the Bheramara side and Sultan Ali Biswas Tony from the Ishwardi side, both reportedly affiliated with the BNP. The confrontation occurred suddenly on Thursday, prompting intervention by river police to restore order.

Following a petition by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), a court has issued a travel ban on retired Lieutenant General Sheikh Mamun Khaled, former DG of DGFI, his wife Nigar Sultana Khaled, Tax Commissioner Abu Sayeed Md. Mustaq, and Khandaker Abul Kaiyum, the brother-in-law of former NSI DG Major General TM Jobayer. The ACC is investigating allegations of illegal share trading, abuse of power, financial irregularities, and the accumulation of unexplained wealth against them.

An emergency meeting of the Jamaat-e-Islami Central Executive Committee was held on Thursday afternoon at the party’s central office, presided over by Jamaat Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman. During the meeting, Dr. Rahman called on Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus to convene an all-party meeting to address and overcome the current national crisis.

Following the national uprising, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) released a list of 626 individuals, including political figures, who sought shelter in various cantonments due to threats to their lives. According to a previous ISPR statement on August 18, the security situation had severely deteriorated on August 5, prompting many to request protection. Of those sheltered, 615 voluntarily left after conditions improved, and four were handed over to law enforcement based on legal procedures. Seven individuals remain under military protection.

BNP leader Shamsuzzaman Dudu warned against using the concept of a humanitarian corridor as a pretext to involve Bangladesh in regional conflict. “Ensure the country’s peace and arrange an acceptable, war-free election instead,” he urged. He criticized the government for denying people their voting rights, especially the younger generation aged 25-30, who have never been able to vote. Referring to controversial remarks by a national security adviser about port negotiations, he said, “This arrogance is unacceptable. I strongly condemn it.” Dudu reiterated that the patriotic army, political parties, and the working people must unite to safeguard the country.

BNP leader Dr. Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain asserted that the interim government’s sole mandate is to conduct a free, fair, and impartial general election. “We called for the removal of controversial advisers whose actions tarnish the government’s image,” he said. Criticizing the press secretary’s claim that the government has a full mandate to act, he said, “Fascist Awami rule has collapsed, and the student-public uprising has triumphed. However, how much public expectation has actually been fulfilled over the past nine months remains a serious question.” He emphasized that preserving this unity is essential to building a strong democratic future for Bangladesh.

As rumors swirled on social media about Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus considering resignation, NCP Convener Nahid Islam met with him for a private discussion at Jamuna around 7 PM. Reports indicate the talks focused on Yunus’s role as Chief Adviser. Later that evening, advisers Mahfuz Alam and Asif Mahmud also met with Yunus, further intensifying speculation.

Deputy Press Secretary Azad Majumder clarified that the government has not made any decision regarding opening a humanitarian corridor with Myanmar. “There’s no cause for alarm among border residents,” he assured. He also praised local journalists for reporting responsibly despite challenges, especially when covering sensitive issues such as the Rohingya crisis, drug trafficking, and smuggling along the Myanmar and India borders.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has found evidence that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina concealed asset information in her affidavit for the 2008 national election. The ACC has formally written to the Election Commission, stating that this false disclosure violated electoral laws and should have disqualified her candidacy. According to the affidavit, Hasina declared immovable assets worth BDT 175,000 and movable assets worth BDT 34.7 million. However, ACC’s investigation revealed her immovable assets were worth BDT 3.36 million at the time. Legal proceedings are expected to follow.

The Advisory Council has approved five significant measures, including both policy-level and final approval of the Fisheries Protection and Conservation (Amendment) Ordinance 2025. Also approved was a draft MoU between Bangladesh and the Netherlands on naval defense cooperation. The council also passed the draft of the Welfare and Rehabilitation Ordinance 2025 for families of those killed or injured in the July uprising. Additionally, the Public Service (Amendment) Ordinance 2025 received preliminary approval, and guidance was given for the immediate implementation of feasible recommendations from the Reform Commission.