The Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) has welcomed the inclusion of tax reforms and expanded solar power import facilities in the proposed 2026–27 national budget. In a statement issued on Friday, the association thanked the finance minister and the National Board of Revenue for increasing tax benefits in the solar energy sector and moving toward a medium-term policy framework.

BKMEA noted that the long-standing demand for an effective system to adjust or refund advance income tax (AIT) at source remains crucial, as delays in refunds restrict working capital and create liquidity challenges. The group also viewed the expansion of tax benefits for solar systems and related equipment as a positive step to address the energy crisis. It supported duty-free raw material imports for non-bonded export-oriented firms but urged reconsideration of the proposed 5% tax on polyester staple fiber imports, citing limited domestic production.

The association emphasized that gas and electricity shortages and high interest rates continue to challenge the industry. While it assessed the proposed budget positively, BKMEA said its success will depend on effective implementation by relevant institutions.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) has described the newly proposed 2026–27 national budget by the BNP government as positive for the country’s capital market. In a press release issued after Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury presented the budget in parliament, DSE Chairman Mominul Islam said the government’s active interest in developing, modernizing, and stabilizing the market is reflected in recent policy and institutional initiatives.

He noted that the appointment of a special assistant on capital market affairs and the finance minister’s emphasis on the sector have generated optimism among market participants. The proposed budget’s measures to strengthen coordination among regulatory bodies were termed timely and constructive, expected to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability in market operations. The DSE also welcomed the initiative to simplify NITA account management and highlighted its own move toward T+1 and eventually T+0 settlement systems.

According to the DSE, these steps will help attract domestic and foreign investment, deepen the market, and build a modern, transparent, and sustainable capital market for future generations.

Ad-Din Hospital will appeal to the government for reconsideration of a recent decision concerning the institution. Senior Supreme Court lawyer Advocate Shishir Monir announced that the appeal would be filed the following day, citing the urgent needs of ICU, NICU, and maternity patients. He stated in a Facebook post that the appeal would be submitted via email.

Earlier, the lawyer clarified in another Facebook post that it was not Ad-Din Hospital but its pathology center whose license had been canceled. He added that on June 4, the hospital received a show-cause notice under the Medical Practice and Private Clinics and Laboratories (Regulation) Ordinance, 1982. The notice referenced license number HSM 4310059 and required a response within 72 hours.

The hospital’s move to appeal indicates an effort to maintain continuity of critical medical services while seeking a review of the government’s regulatory decision.

Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar has alleged that both the ruling Awami League and the opposition BNP are attempting to control Islami Bank for their own interests. Speaking on Friday at a Jamaat education camp for members of the Chawkbazar-Bangshal zone, he said the bank’s destruction would severely harm Bangladesh’s economy. He urged the removal of associates of S Alam, whom he described as linked to the Awami League, and called for a corruption-free board composed of honest individuals, with a competent and ethical chairman.

Porwar also urged the government to revise the national budget to make it more welfare-oriented. He accused the government of betraying the nation by violating promises made before the election and criticized its handling of the referendum issue. He claimed the government’s reluctance to implement the July Charter was aimed at maintaining political control over state institutions. The event was presided over by Jamaat’s Dhaka South Assistant Secretary Delwar Hossain and attended by several senior party leaders.

Porwar warned that continued repression of Jamaat would not succeed and called on the government to focus on rebuilding a new Bangladesh instead of suppressing the party.

Jamiat Ulamaye Islam Bangladesh has expressed concern over the government's ability to achieve the Tk 6.95 trillion revenue target set in the proposed Tk 9.38 trillion national budget. The organization, in a meeting held at its central office in Purana Paltan, Dhaka, praised the government's initiatives to reduce taxes on essential goods to ease the cost of living but described the revenue goal as highly challenging.

Jamiat leaders noted that high inflation and rising living costs have already burdened ordinary citizens. They welcomed the plan to cut source taxes on around 60 essential food items, including rice, lentils, edible oil, fish, meat, potatoes, onions, and garlic, but warned that the budget’s heavy reliance on borrowing could increase future debt pressure. They emphasized the need for stronger market monitoring to ensure that tax reductions benefit consumers and called for balanced policies protecting farmers, producers, and consumers.

The organization also urged greater investment in education and health sectors, citing long-standing shortages, and welcomed the proposed allowances for mosque imams, muezzins, and caretakers, stressing fair distribution to eligible recipients nationwide.

Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir has expressed deep concern over the disappearance of its central assistant international secretary and former Comilla West district president, Jisan Ahmed Pradhan, who has been missing for more than 20 hours. In a joint statement released to the media on Friday, the organization’s central president Nurul Islam and secretary general Sibgatullah demanded his immediate and safe recovery. According to the statement, Jisan went missing after leaving the Daudkandi Model Mosque in Comilla following the Isha prayer on Thursday night.

Shibir leaders said Jisan’s family informed the police immediately after his disappearance, but no progress was made. They alleged that despite providing the authorities with the phone number from which ransom was demanded, no effective action has been taken. The organization also claimed to have contacted the police headquarters, the inspector general of police, and the Rapid Action Battalion, but visible progress remains absent.

The statement further criticized the law enforcement agencies’ mysterious behavior, saying such incidents raise serious questions about the country’s law and order situation. Shibir urged the authorities to rescue Jisan unharmed and return him to his family without delay.

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticized Iran for allegedly leaking details of a peace agreement. The criticism followed Iranian media reports that broadcast information about the deal. Trump reacted strongly on social media, claiming that the information released by Iran had no connection to the finalized written terms of the agreement. He described Iran’s statements as weak and unrealistic, calling the actions unethical and warning that no agreement could be made with such behavior.

Trump further urged Iran to correct its conduct immediately. His remarks have intensified tensions surrounding the much-discussed peace deal between the United States and Iran. The alleged leak of agreement details has raised concerns about its potential impact on the ongoing diplomatic discussions between the two nations.

According to the report, the controversy may influence the negotiation environment, with both sides facing renewed scrutiny over the handling of sensitive information.

A protest rally and demonstration were held in Birampur, Dinajpur, demanding an end to border killings and the alleged push-in policy by the Indian government. The event took place on Friday afternoon, organized by the Dinajpur district branch of the Eleven-Party Alliance. Participants chanted slogans calling for immediate action to stop the incidents and ensure justice for victims.

The rally was presided over by Anisur Rahman, central Majlis-e-Shura member and Dinajpur district Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami. Central Majlis-e-Shura member and Rangpur-Dinajpur regional team member Md. Anwarul Islam attended as the chief guest. Leaders from Bangladesh Khilafat Majlis, JAGPA, NCP, and other allied organizations also addressed the gathering, emphasizing the need to protect Bangladeshi citizens along the border and to hold those responsible for border killings accountable.

Following the speeches, a peaceful protest march was carried out through key streets of Birampur town before concluding without incident.

An eleven-party alliance organized a protest march and rally in Ranishankoil, Thakurgaon, on Friday, June 12, 2026, condemning the killing of Bangladeshi citizens along the border and the continued push-in from India. The demonstration began at the local office of Jamaat-e-Islami and ended at Shibdighi July Square after parading through the town’s main streets.

At the rally, Abdul Hakim, a team member of Jamaat-e-Islami’s Rangpur region, said that the killing of unarmed Bangladeshis and the illegal push-in of people violate international law and human rights. He urged the government to take effective diplomatic measures to stop the border killings and protect national sovereignty. Golam Murtaza Selim, central chief coordinator of the National Citizens Party, emphasized ensuring the safety of Bangladeshis at the border and called for strong international protest against those responsible for the push-in incidents.

Other speakers included district Jamaat secretary Alomgir Hossain, upazila Jamaat amir Rafiqul Islam, former nayeb-e-amir Mizanur Rahman, district National Citizens Party secretary Khalilur Rahman, and district Chhatra Shibir president Sadekul Islam Munna.

In Palashbari of Gaibandha, the Imam-Ulama Council, along with local citizens and civic groups, organized a peaceful human chain on Friday after Juma prayers demanding the removal of an under-construction Ram statue. The hour-long demonstration took place at the Palashbari Chaumatha intersection and saw participation from Islamic leaders, activists, and residents. The event was presided over by Maulana Sadekul Islam, with several local religious and political figures addressing the gathering.

Speakers at the event stated that communal harmony in Palashbari had remained intact since independence and called for an investigation into who was constructing the large statue and for what purpose. They demanded the statue’s removal within 72 hours and warned of tougher programs if their demands were not met.

To prevent any untoward incidents, the administration deployed extensive security measures, including police, RAB, BGB, and executive magistrates across key locations. Authorities confirmed that the law and order situation remained normal and that necessary precautions were in place.

Meta-owned social media platform Facebook faced a widespread outage starting Friday evening, leaving users unable to access their accounts or load content properly. Many users reported login failures, slow app and website performance, and news feeds not updating. The issue was reflected on monitoring platforms such as Down Detector, which recorded numerous reports of disruptions.

As of the latest update, Meta had not issued any official statement explaining the cause of the outage. The exact reason behind the disruption remains unclear. The temporary service failure has caused confusion and frustration among users worldwide.

The situation highlights the global reliance on Facebook for communication and information sharing, with users awaiting clarification and restoration of normal service.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam announced that the government is considering increasing the education sector allocation to 5% of the country’s GDP within the next five years. She stated that the current budget already includes the highest allocation for education so far. The announcement was made on Friday afternoon at a startup, science project, and innovation idea exhibition in Nagarkanda, Faridpur.

The minister said the current government is working hard to repair the damage done to the education sector during the previous fascist regime. She also mentioned plans to establish a playground in every union across the country and emphasized the need to build a corruption-free and drug-free nation.

The remarks highlight the government’s focus on education reform and youth development through innovation and infrastructure expansion, as part of its broader national development agenda.

Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis Amir Maulana Mamunul Haque stated that the BNP is a failed version of the Awami League, while the Awami League is a successful BNP. In a Facebook post on Friday, he criticized the current government for mishandling several issues, including the Islamic Bank crisis, inflation, and the appointment of music teachers in primary schools. He expressed concern that the BNP government is repeating the authoritarian tendencies of the Awami League at the beginning of its tenure.

Haque alleged that the government’s actions toward Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC could destabilize the economy and weaken Islamic banking. He warned that the involvement of groups like S. Alam Group in the banking sector might lead to economic chaos and a decline in remittance inflows from expatriates. He also criticized the government’s decisions regarding Ad-Din Hospital and the installation of a large statue in Gaibandha, saying these moves have caused public anxiety.

He further argued that both major political parties exploit Islamic groups for political gain, urging for a balanced and respectful relationship between Islamic scholars and political forces.

Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union General Secretary Salahuddin Ammar has alleged that successive governments, including the current one, are using the murder of Sharif Osman Bin Hadi as a political tool. Speaking after Friday prayers on June 12 at a protest organized by Inquilab Mancha at Dhaka University, Ammar claimed that the government highlights the Hadi murder trial whenever national crises arise, such as fuel price hikes or accidents.

The protest march, organized by Inquilab Mancha, demanded a full investigation into Hadi’s killing, the repatriation of accused individuals, and swift justice. Member G A Sabbir said the group had given the government a one-week deadline to present a clear plan for the trial but received no response. He warned that if the government fails to clarify its stance soon, the organization will seek accountability from relevant ministries and may stage sit-ins at Shahbagh.

Speakers reiterated that identifying local perpetrators, bringing fugitives back, and ensuring a speedy trial are state responsibilities. They vowed to continue their movement until justice is served.

Bangladesh’s Minister of Commerce, Industry, Textiles and Jute, Khandaker Abdul Muktadir, announced that the country’s new democratic government is committed to strengthening Bangladesh–China relations based on mutual respect, sovereignty, equality, and shared prosperity. He made the remarks on Friday during the inauguration of ‘Bangladesh Day’ on the second day of the China–South Asia Expo in Kunming, Yunnan Province. The minister highlighted that the government is working sincerely to build sustainable relations that bring tangible benefits to both nations, reflected in the record participation of Bangladeshi companies at the fair.

Muktadir described the celebration of ‘Bangladesh Day’ in Kunming as a symbol of the deep friendship and mutual trust between the two countries. He invited Yunnan’s business community to invest in Bangladesh and increase imports from the country. The event also featured a seminar titled ‘Bangladesh–Sourcing with Quality and Competitiveness,’ attended by officials and business representatives from both nations.

The 10th China–South Asia Expo and 30th China Kunming Import and Export Fair 2026 began on June 11 and will continue until June 16, with 2,300 exhibitors from 68 countries participating.