Nurul Haque Nur-led faction of the Gono Odhikar Parishad has submitted 7 recommendations for constitutional reform to the head of the commission appointed for this purpose, Prof Ali Riaz. Faruk Hasan, member secretary of the party, handed over the recommendations on Monday, according to a press release. Gono Odhikar Parishad holds procession against bails of Saber Hossain, M.A. Mannan Gono Odhikar Parishad believed that the current Constitutional Reform Commission does not have the legal authority to rewrite or amend the constitution. However, the commission can make recommendations. On behalf of the Gono Odhikar Parishad, they urged the Constitutional Reform Commission to consider their 7-point recommendation. The recommendations include: 1. The same individual cannot hold both the position of party leader and head of government simultaneously. 2. To create a balance of power between the President and the Prime Minister, the powers of the Prime Minister should be curtailed while those of the President should be strengthened. The specific proposals include: a) Instituting direct elections for the office of the President. b) Holding presidential elections midway through the parliamentary term, specifically after two and a half years, to assess the ruling party's popularity. c) Granting the President authority over key ministries such as Defense and Law. d) Giving the President the power to appoint Supreme Court judges without requiring the Prime Minister's advice. e) Entrusting the President with the authority to appoint heads of all constitutional commissions, including the Election Commission, through a separate law. 3. The same person should not be allowed to serve as Prime Minister for more than two terms. 4. Similarly, no individual should be allowed to serve as President for more than two terms. 5. The caretaker government system should be reinstated. 6. The allocation of seats in Parliament should be based on a proportional representation system. a) To foster consensus among all political parties, a mixed system may be adopted for the next two terms. In this system, 300 seats would be elected directly, while 100 seats would be allocated proportionally. b) The system for reserving seats for women should be reformed. Political parties should be required to field at least 33 percent women candidates, ensuring more women have a chance to win seats. According to Gono Odhikar Parishad, if the Constitutional Reform Commission adopts these reforms, the interim government would engage in discussions with political parties to determine how these proposals could be implemented.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General, Professor Mia Golam Parwar, has said that his party is not in favor of banning any political organization, including its rivals. Speaking at a member (Rukon) conference at Dr. Shaheed Samnuzzhoha Park in Meherpur on Friday, he reiterated that Jamaat believes in the democratic process and dialogue with all political parties, including the BNP and Islamic parties. Commenting on the issue of banning political organizations, Parwar mentioned that Jamaat was banned four days before August 5. However, the Awami League and Chhatra League couldn’t survive even four days after that. Due to widespread public outrage, Sheikh Hasina and her family were forced to flee the country. He remarked, "The people will decide whether Awami League can contest the elections." He also said that Sheikh Hasina will be brought to justice through legal process and punishment will be implemented. Parwar said that elections should be held at a reasonable time after national reforms. He believes that elections can only be held once an environment for fair elections is created, following reforms of the Election Commission, police administration, and the executive department. Among others, Jamaat Central Council Member Mubarak Hossain, District Ameer Maulana Tajuddin Khan, several central and district-level leaders, were also present.  

The Amar Bangladesh Party (AB Party) emphasized on Monday that, due to the country’s geographical characteristics, renewable energy is the most viable option for Bangladesh, particularly for remote regions like char areas, islands, and hilly districts. At a press conference, Asaduzzaman Fuaad, the party’s joint member secretary, highlighted that renewable energy is essential to meet future energy demands, especially as global electric vehicle usage increases and environmental concerns grow. Fuaad also warned that blocking investments in the renewable energy sector, particularly following the July-August Monsoon uprising, could harm Bangladesh’s interests.  He stressed that the country has already attracted significant foreign investment in renewable energy, and halting this progress could undermine national development and energy security. Key Recommendations for Renewable Energy sectors are the following: 1.       Secure Ongoing Projects: Foreign investments in 34 projects (approximately 2,700 MW capacity) must be protected, avoiding unnecessary disputes and maintaining investor confidence. These projects could generate $5 billion in foreign investments, preventing reputational damage; 2.       Land Utilization: Utilize government-owned fallow and char lands (sand beds) for solar projects through open tenders, enabling cost-effective energy production; 3.       Complete Feasibility Studies: Expedite World Bank-funded solar energy feasibility tests in Islampur area of Jamalpur district char areas of 20 thousand acres of land, four barren sand beds, to develop up to 20,000 MW electricity over the years; 4.       Solar Irrigation: Replace diesel irrigation pumps with solar alternatives to reduce production costs and diesel imports; 5.       Rooftop Solar: Expand net metering systems for rooftop solar energy production, involving homeowners, energy companies, and investors; 6.       Electric Vehicles: Promote electric vehicle production through public-private investment, incentivizing adoption; 7.       Tax Reductions: Lower or remove tariffs on essential renewable energy components like solar panels and inverters; 8.       Regional Energy Policies: Implement regional Feed-in-Tariff (FiT) systems to boost renewable energy generation; 9.       Hydropower Imports: Explore cost-efficient imports of hydropower from Bhutan and Nepal, if at all necessary, via dedicated transmission lines; 10.   Battery Storage Systems: Establish low-cost battery storage systems for off-peak energy use, ensuring stable electricity transmission and service to remote areas.

Islami Chhatra Shibir's central president, Manjurul Islam, has called for a clear roadmap to expedite justice for the victims of the July massacre. He made this demand as the chief guest at an 'Anti-Fascist' rally organized by Islami Chhatra Shibir’s Dhaka Metropolitan unit in the capital’s Shahbagh on Sunday. Manjurul Islam stated, "Three months have passed since the uprising, yet the conspiracies of the Awami League and its allies continue. The brutal attacks by Awami League and its affiliates on the july-august movement claimed thousands of lives, marking an unprecedented chapter in history. Numerous activists, including martyr Abu Sayeed from Rangpur and Mugdha from Dhaka, lost their lives to this oppression against the students." JnU Shibir submits 12-point demand inc. elimination of fascism from campus He added, "The dreams and aspirations that students carried into the movement will only be fulfilled when the perpetrators of this massacre are brought to justice. We also demand accountability from those responsible for disrupting the legal system and creating disorder in the country." The rally was attended by former central president of Chhatra Shibir Delwar Hossain, central office secretary Nurul Islam, and leaders from various political and student organizations. After the rally, a protest march took place, starting from Shahbagh, moving through Zero Point in Gulistan, and concluding at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque.

A new political conspiracy is unfolding around the next election, Secretary General of Jamaat-e-Islami, Professor Mia Golam Parwar, said on Friday. The Jamaat leader alleged that various factions are plotting behind the scenes to destabilize the country. While addressing the District Rukon Conference at Darshana Auditorium in Chuadanga on Friday afternoon, Parwar criticized ongoing political maneuvers, particularly discussions about compromising with the fascist Awami League. He reminded all of the sacrifices made by the martyrs and their families, emphasizing that their pain had not been forgotten. Parwar claimed there is an increasing sense of betrayal in the political landscape, accusing certain individuals and groups of engaging in dangerous games. He called on patriotic citizens, the army, and students to remain vigilant against the conspiracy. “We should assist the interim government in building a new state,” Parwar said, adding that the current government faces numerous challenges. He accused the Awami League of attempting to stoke communal violence and disrupting the political process. Jamaat Ameer pledges to establish justice without discrimination The Jamaat leader also alleged that former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is engaging in anti-national activities from abroad. He referred to the spreading of misinformation through audio and video messages, claiming some of these communications falsely suggest that Hasina could return to the country at any time or that the situation must be settled by December. Criticizing Awami League leadership, Parwar said, “The people of Bangladesh will not allow a cruel and barbaric ruler who has carried out murders and violence to remain in power. They have no moral right to participate in the elections.” In his remarks, Parwar further labeled Sheikh Hasina not only as a fascist but a "sadist," accusing her of taking pleasure in the suffering, pain, and deaths of innocent people. He referred to her as "the master of all murders" and "the greatest sadist in history." Among others, Chuadanga district Jamaat Ameer Adv Ruhul Amin, Jashore-Kushtia regional director Mubarak Hossain, and Meherpur district Ameer Taj Uddin Khan were also present. District Jamaat Nayeb-e-Ameer Azizur Rahman delivered the opening remarks, while district Jamaat Secretary Adv Asaduzzaman moderated the programme.

Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Thursday urged the political parties to work together for the sake of the country burying all divisions. He was speaking at an event at Al Falah auditorium in Bara Moghbazar here. It was organised by the Dhaka Metropolitan Unit of Jamaat to mark the National Revolution and Solidarity Day. He called upon everyone to work together to build a non-discrimination society and a new Bangladesh. Tabligh Jamaat(Saad) demands safe arrival of Maulana Saad Kandhalvi in Bangladesh "If we still think of divisions among us, there will be conspiracy, and a bigger danger will come," he said. He told Jamaat activists that "There is no compromise on the question of independence and sovereignty of the country. You have to live like a tiger, not like a cat." The Ameer said that Jamaat has been hit again and again because of transparent politics. "We never engage in anti-social activities like corruption, rape and extortion.  But the Awami League always targeted us and banned the party twice. The only reason behind this is our transparency," he added. Jamaat calls for uninterrupted reforms dismissing constitutional constraints Referring to the army's patriotic role on August 5 when Hasina government fell, he said the cancer of corruption must be uprooted. That is why political parties and leaders have to fix their political character. "If the leaders are not corrupt, the country will be free from corruption," he asserted.

Followed by major public universities including Dhaka, Chittagong and Rajshahi, Jamaat e-Islami’s student wing Chhatra Shibir made public its Jahangirnagar University (JU) committee through issuing a joint statement on Tuesday night. The statement came roughly 35 years after the university authority had banned the Shibir at the 124th syndicate meeting on August 15 in 1989. The statement, signed by its publicity secretary Abduallah Al Mamun Saki, introduced Harunur Rashid (Rafi) and Mohibur Rahman (Muhib) as president and general secretary respectively of the university unit. Of them, Harunur is the 46th batch student of Archaeology department while Mohibur Rahman holds next batch in Bengla department. Both are the resident students of Shaheed Salam-Barkat Hall. In the statement, they emphasised the need for a healthy political atmosphere on campus, ensuring co-existence of political parties. The Shibir leaders expressed their commitment to fostering a democratic culture of healthy politics on campus, inspired by the spirit of the August 5 student uprising. They pledged to prevent any form of occupation, extortion or drug proliferation in the residential halls. Moreover, the Shibir pledged to create an educational-friendly environment, research-oriented educational systems, healthy cultural atmosphere and safe environment for women. They called for a return to a healthy political atmosphere centered around student councils.

The Rangpur unit of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has formed a Hindu committee in its Pirgachha Sadar union of the district. Pirgachha Sadar union Jamaat leader Abdur Jabbar announced the committee's name at the Upazila Jamaat office on Saturday afternoon. Bhavesh Chandra Barman, an assistant professor of Mirzapur Degree College, has been made president of the committee, while Bijon Chandra Das, a medicine trader, as its general secretary. Jamaat calls for uninterrupted reforms dismissing constitutional constraints The other members of the committee are: vice president Tapas Chandra Roy, a demonstrator at Devi Chowdhurani Degree College; assistant secretary Sudharanjan Barman, president of Kisamat Jhinia Sanatan Sangha; and treasurer Provash Chandra Barman, an assistant teacher at Deuti School and College. Earlier, a discussion meeting with around 200 people from the Hindu community was held.

Jamaat Secretary General Prof Mia Golam Parwar has urged the interim government to pursue continuous reforms leaving behind any constitutional constraints. "No revolution in history has adhered to constitutional frameworks. Similarly, the revolution sparked by the student and public movement in Bangladesh during July-August period did not follow constitutional guidelines," he said while addressing the member (Rukon) conference at Shariatpur Municipal Auditorium on Saturday. Golam Parwar said Sheikh Hasina has fled the country, but she did not stop conspiring. Syndicates must be broken to ease people's suffering: Jamaat Ameer He went on to say, “She’s now conspiring against the nation from abroad. Citizens must remain vigilant against these threats. For the past 15-16 years, we have been struggling. Many have lost their lives, faced assaults, or been wrongfully sued during our protests.” "Those responsible for these crimes have yet to be held accountable. The blood is still fresh, and the trial process has not begun,” he added. The Jamaat leader demanded immediate prosecution of the murderers as both society and the country will suffer if they remain unpunished. "The era of oppression is over. It is now time to move the country forward." The Awami League government embezzled crores of taka during its tenure and is now using that wealth to conspire against the country and its people, he said, describing Sheikh Hasina's government as fascist. Golam Parwar said that the foundation of national unity will stem from the mass revolution of 2024, urging all political parties to unite in the spirit of this movement to build a better Bangladesh.

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Thursday said the interim government does not see the demand for President Mohammed Shahabuddin Chuppu’s resignation as a "legal or constitutional" issue, but rather a political one, and a decision in this regard will be taken on the basis of a political consensus. “It's a political issue. Since it is a political issue, we are not seeing it as a legal or constitutional issue. Discussions are underway with the political parties," Rizwana said. Briefing the media at the Foreign Service Academy on Thursday’s meeting of the Council of Advisers, she said there is a demand for the resignation of the president and it is getting stronger. The adviser said the political parties need to make their position clear on the demand for the president’s resignation. She said the political parties have not clearly conveyed their position or decision to the government. Asked about how much time it might take to reach a consensus, Rizwana said it depends on the political parties. "It cannot be said that we are in a hurry, but at the same time, there is no scope to delay it." Noting that the current government is the result of a mass uprising, Rizwana said they are not in a “normal situation”, and are compelled to think whether everything can be maintained in line with the constitution. “The key thing is that we are seeing this (demand for president’s resignation) as a political issue,” she said. The Adviser said issues related to the President were discussed in the meeting of the Council of Advisers with Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus in the chair. She said what the President said has been brought to their attention in the meeting and some political parties are also talking about a constitutional crisis. Some leaders of a party have said that if the president resigns, there will be a constitutional vacuum, Rizwana said. “Again, some of the political parties have said that there will be no political crisis. This has been discussed among us. The demand is that the President must resign,” she said. Regarding the decision of age limit for the government jobs, she said it might take three-four working days to issue a gazette following relevant process. Rizwana also said no one will be able to take the BCS exam more than three times. The adviser said Chhatra League, student wing of Bangladesh Awami League, has been banned as a terrorist organization. However, they have not decided to ban Awami League or any other organization, she said. There is also no initiative to confiscate the assets of the banned organization for now, she mentioned. Rizwana also said that this time no one will be able to go to perform Hajj at government expenses. She, however, said the cost of performing Hajj will be reduced this time and the Hajj package will be announced by this month. Chief Adviser's Special Assistant Mahfuj Alam and Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam were also present.