Kader Gani Chowdhury, Secretary-General of the Federal Journalists' Union, has warned that the adverse impact of the Farakka Barrage is devastating the environment and livelihoods of millions in southwestern Bangladesh. He claimed at least 60 million people are suffering due to irrigation shortages, with 2,000 km of river routes rendered unusable and declining rice production in the Khulna region due to salinity. Biodiversity in the Sundarbans is also at risk. He accused India of failing to act as a responsible upper-riparian state and criticized successive governments for supporting the construction of the Tipaimukh Dam. He called for national unity against India’s ongoing “water aggression.”

The United Nations has reported that the Indian Navy allegedly abandoned at least 40 Rohingya refugees—including women and children—in the Andaman Sea with only life jackets for survival. Lawyers representing the affected families have filed a petition with India’s Supreme Court demanding the return of their relatives to New Delhi. Additionally, India has reportedly started pushing Rohingya refugees into Bangladesh.

In a public statement, Khelafat Majlish expressed grave concern over the government's positive stance towards establishing a so-called humanitarian corridor in Myanmar’s Rakhine State under foreign sponsorship. They warned against ongoing discussions—both public and secret—regarding leasing the Chattogram Port to foreign powers or multinational corporations. The group described such moves as severe threats to Bangladesh’s national security, sovereignty, and geopolitical interests. Khelafat Majlish demanded an immediate halt to all negotiations and preparations related to the Rakhine corridor and Chattogram Port.

At least 10 people have died in separate lightning strike incidents across the country. The fatalities include three individuals in Madaripur’s Sadar and Rajoir upazilas, two housewives in Chilmarhi and Ulipur of Kurigram, a farmer in Kishoreganj’s Itna, a school student in Bhanga of Faridpur, a child in Kalihati of Tangail, a worker in Sherpur’s Sreebardi, and another farmer in Gomastapur, Chapainawabganj. Most of the victims were either working outdoors during the storm or had ventured out to help others return home safely.

BNP leader Zainul Abedin Farroque has stated that probing former President Abdul Hamid’s departure and the murder of Samya will serve no purpose, as “no one can be brought back.” Instead, he emphasized the urgent need for a free and fair election to restore peace and order in the country. On the corridor issue, he remarked that only an elected government can decide on such matters. “If fair elections are ensured, the souls of those martyred in the July movement will find peace,” he said.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Mohammad Ejaz announced that 220 kilometers of canals across the capital will be excavated and cleared within this year to mitigate waterlogging.

According to CS records, the total length of canals in Dhaka once stood at approximately 340 kilometers, but 120 kilometers have since been buried under roads and other infrastructure. "In the past three months alone, we have managed to restore flow in 108 kilometers of canals," said Ejaz. "We are optimistic that the remaining 112 kilometers can be recovered and excavated by year’s end."

He added that the primary objective is to increase water flow to reduce urban flooding, especially during the monsoon. Environmental lawyer Syeda Rizwana Hasan is leading the initiative. Despite limited funding, Ejaz claimed the DNCC has been able to carry out the work effectively and economically.

A new youth organization, Jatiya Juboshokti, has been officially launched as the youth wing of the National Citizens' Party (NCP). Advocate Md. Tariqul Islam has been appointed as the convenor, while Dr. Zahidul Islam will serve as the member secretary. During the launch event, Engineer Farhad Sohel was introduced as the chief organizer of the new committee. The program began in the afternoon with the national anthem and a recitation from the Quran. Documentaries related to the July uprising were screened on stage, alongside musical performances and slogans from that historic period.

The Judicial Employees Association has announced a two-day, half-day work stoppage on June 22 and 23 across all subordinate courts and tribunals in the country. The move comes in protest of the government's inaction on their key demands.

Spokesperson Rezwan Khondokar stated that auxiliary court staff observed a symbolic two-hour strike on May 5 as part of an ongoing series of demonstrations. However, the government has yet to take any visible steps toward meeting their demands.

The association is calling for two primary changes: the implementation of a separate judicial service pay scale for court employees, and the abolition of the "block post" system to establish a distinct recruitment policy. With no resolution in sight, the union is pressing forward with broader, more disruptive action.

Security concerns are escalating along the Sylhet border region as the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) continues its alleged push-in operations. In the latest incident, 14 men, women, and children were forcibly sent into Bangladesh through the Muraichhara border in Kulaura. Just a day earlier, 44 individuals were pushed in through the Barlekha border.

Lieutenant Colonel ASM Zakaria of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) stated that during initial interrogation, the detainees revealed they were originally residents of Kurigram and Jashore districts. Although they had been living in India for years, recent crackdowns by Indian police and border guards led to their handover to BSF, who then used the opportunity to force them into Bangladesh.

In response, the BGB has ramped up patrols and surveillance across the border. Additionally, a Section 144 (prohibitory order) has been enforced across the international border in East Jaintia Hills of India’s Meghalaya state, further highlighting the growing tensions in the area.

Livestock Adviser Farida Akhtar announced that mobile veterinary clinics will be established in all cattle markets ahead of Eid-ul-Adha. These clinics will have qualified veterinary surgeons to ensure animal health and offer basic services for humans working in the markets. She emphasized the importance of safety and hygiene for both animals and traders. The Home Ministry has instructed BGB and River Police to closely monitor illegal goods transportation during Eid. Farida also highlighted the financial burden on small farmers, noting the disparity in electricity tariffs between agriculture and the fisheries/livestock sectors.

At a public rally protesting India’s transboundary water policies, BNP leader Abdul Moyeen Khan stated that India has violated international agreements by building 54 illegal dams on 36 rivers shared with Bangladesh, causing severe water shortages. Azad Khan Bhasani, grandson of Maulana Bhasani, declared, “We broke the chains of West Pakistan; we will not bow to Delhi. If needed, we will fight to claim our rightful share of water.” The speakers demanded the cancellation of all unequal treaties with India and called for nationwide resistance against water aggression.

Jagannath University (JnU) Vice-Chancellor Dr. Rezaul Karim confirmed that the administration has agreed to meet all student demands, including increasing the university's operating budget and constructing temporary dormitories to address housing shortages. Work on a second campus will also begin soon. UGC Chairman Prof. S M A Fayez personally ended the hunger strike by offering water to protesting students and affirmed the government's commitment to fulfilling all demands. Dr. Rois Uddin added that police have apologized for the recent attacks on students and pledged action within seven days against those responsible.

BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed described the party's 31-point charter as a political epic encompassing education, health, employment, and basic rights. He accused the Awami League of having a legacy of undermining democracy and pushing for a one-party system. “Since the 2014 fraudulent election, the ruling party has institutionalized corruption,” he claimed. He added that had even half of the looted tax breaks been recovered, the national education and healthcare budgets could have been tripled. He also called for national reconciliation to restore political stability and reduce the backlog of politically motivated legal cases.

Chief Adviser Prof. Dr. Muhammad Yunus announced that the government is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for men and women in all aspects of the nation’s digital transformation, inspired by the spirit of the July uprising. He highlighted initiatives such as "Citizen Service" digital centers to reduce bureaucracy and ensure easier access to government services. He also outlined new training programs for women entrepreneurs and STEM education for female students. Bangladesh is set to join a satellite-based high-speed internet network to ensure uninterrupted connectivity nationwide, including in remote areas.

The 'March of Solidarity with Women' concluded at Manik Mia Avenue with a declaration that rejected using national unity as a pretext to deny women or marginalized communities their rightful place in society. The statement emphasized that issues such as land rights and environmental justice are inherently linked to women’s rights. It called on society to ensure justice for the most vulnerable, condemned derogatory remarks against the Women’s Commission, and criticized the government’s silence on the matter. The declaration demanded the establishment of women’s rights at all levels of society.