Economic Advisor Salehuddin Ahmed has confirmed that the government will purchase 300 vehicles for on-ground election operations. However, a previously proposed plan to buy vehicles for ministers has been rejected by the Finance Ministry. Salehuddin also highlighted ongoing banking reforms, stating, “When banks merge, customers will face no inconvenience, and no funds will be lost.” The government formed an eight-member working committee on Monday to oversee the integration of five Shariah-compliant banks, potentially named “United Islami Bank,” following a policy decision by Bangladesh Bank. On international labor and education initiatives, he added that 100,000 workers are set to be sent to Japan, emphasizing the need for language skills, technical proficiency, and opportunities for PhD graduates to secure employment there.

Nepal is witnessing widespread unrest as Gen-Z-led anti-government protests escalate. The demonstrations turned deadly, claiming 19 lives and prompting the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) announced that the national team was scheduled to depart for Tribhuvan International Airport from their hotel at 3 PM today for the second Nepal-Bangladesh friendly match. However, with protests intensifying, airport authorities canceled all flights, leaving the return of Jamal Bhuiyan’s squad uncertain.

The Bangladesh Embassy in Kathmandu has advised all Bangladeshi citizens in Nepal to remain indoors, either at home or in hotels, following Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli’s resignation amid ongoing “Janjati” protests. The embassy also urged Bangladeshi travelers to postpone trips to Nepal for now due to security concerns. For emergencies, citizens have been asked to contact the embassy at +977 9803872759 or +977 9851128381.

Vice President candidate Abidul Islam Khan has raised serious concerns over alleged irregularities in the ongoing student elections. Abid, who initially intended to celebrate the election peacefully, revealed that a complaint had reached him regarding Rokeya Hall. “I entered the hall with the returning officer’s permission and confirmed the incident,” Abid said. “A student reported that the ballot they received already had crosses marked beside the names of candidates Sadik and Farhad. In the context of the new Bangladesh, this is a clear ominous sign.” Abid called for a swift investigation and urged authorities to ensure that non-resident students can exercise their right to vote freely, emphasizing the importance of protecting democratic expression within the campus.

Adviser Sheikh Bashiruddin has urged entrepreneurs to focus on functionality and aesthetics to expand jute products in both domestic and global markets. “You cannot go far by only producing flowers and fruits out of jute—functional items must be developed,” he said. The government has already initiated the distribution of 30 million jute bags, with plans to scale up to 100 million, offering 30–40% subsidies to support marketing. He stressed that entrepreneurs must consider three factors when developing products: utility, design, and market access potential.

The DUCSU elections concluded without major disruptions, with more than 80% of eligible students casting their votes, according to returning officers. The Election Commission expects results to be announced by midnight. Authorities said any allegations will be verified through CCTV footage, warning against false claims. Vice-Chancellor Niaz Ahmed expressed satisfaction with the transparency of the process, noting that isolated irregularities, such as an extra ballot being issued to a voter, had been swiftly addressed.

The High Court has directed authorities to reinstate Amartya Roy’s candidacy in the Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU) elections, scheduled for September 11. Roy, contesting for the VP post from the “Unity for Harmony” panel, had his candidacy canceled on September 6 via a university election commission notice. Following his writ petition, the High Court ordered that its decision be communicated to the university by today.

Islamic scholar Mamunul Haque has described the 2013 Shapla Chattar crackdown as a “turning point” in the resistance against fascism. Rejecting claims that protesters had fled, he argued that state forces attacked peaceful demonstrators with live fire and tear gas, making it impossible to stay in the square. He added that the massacre left a permanent stain on the ruling Awami League and likened it to sacrifices that fueled earlier anti-colonial struggles. Mamunul clarified that the recently published list of “martyrs” was not an official Hefazat document but a personal draft wrongly attributed to the group. He admitted a final, definitive list may never be possible since many bodies were “disappeared.”

Voting in the DUCSU and hall union elections concluded peacefully on Tuesday after eight hours of balloting across all eight centers. The polls, which ran from 8 AM to 4 PM, saw a festive atmosphere with no major clashes or untoward incidents reported. Vice-Chancellor Niaz Ahmed announced that over 70% voter turnout was recorded in some centers by 3 PM, though the final tally has yet to be confirmed.

In a tragic turn of events, Shankar Saha (40), from Hatiya upazila in Noakhali, allegedly consumed poison after being denied a new loan despite assurances from HEED Bangladesh, a local NGO. According to his wife, Rinku Saha, “This was not just poisoning—it was murder. He was humiliated and denied the promised loan after repaying installments. Later, we were informed over the phone that he had been hospitalized after drinking poison.” However, HEED Bangladesh’s area manager, Alok Kumar, dismissed the allegation, stating that Shankar had taken poison before arriving at their office and was rushed to hospital when he began vomiting.

Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal Secretary Nasir Uddin has said that the JCD-backed panel is receiving strong student support in the DUCSU elections. “Students are expressing their views through votes, and the response in our favor has been very encouraging. That’s why we are confident of victory,” he stated. Nasir highlighted that the panel’s VP and AGS candidates have a long record of activism against authoritarian rule and have consistently stood up for students’ rights. While alleging that some candidates were prevented from entering certain polling centers, he said the overall atmosphere remained festive and peaceful.

The Dhaka University administration has urged candidates and voters not to pay heed to rumors regarding suspension of voting at TSC. Earlier in the day, tensions flared in the area, sparking confusion among students and giving rise to speculation that polling had been halted. Authorities later issued a statement dismissing such claims and confirmed that voting was proceeding normally.

BNP leader Gayeshwar Chandra Roy has expressed optimism about the victory of the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD)-backed panel in the ongoing Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) elections. After paying tribute at the grave of Ziaur Rahman, he said, “We have no concerns about these elections—the student community is alert and conscious.” He added that if BNP wins the next national election, the party will build a self-reliant Bangladesh. Voting for DUCSU and hall unions began at 8 AM Tuesday and will continue until 4 PM.

Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam assured that Bangladesh’s current law-and-order situation poses no obstacle to holding a national election. Speaking after a high-level meeting, Alam said the DUCSU polls should not be directly compared with national elections, though they serve as a useful model. He noted that despite higher inflows of narcotics, law enforcement has also increased seizures significantly. On the DUCSU vote, he said polling was proceeding peacefully without major complaints.

Nepal’s Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli has resigned following violent anti-corruption protests that rocked Kathmandu. According to Reuters, his resignation came just hours after demonstrators set fire to the parliament building. At least 19 people have been killed over two days of unrest, with protesters attacking the residences of top leaders, including Oli and former PM Sher Bahadur Deuba. Tuesday’s clashes claimed two more lives and left nearly 90 others injured. Prior to stepping down, Oli had called for an all-party meeting to address the crisis.