Prominent economist Dr. Abul Barakat has been rearrested by a Dhaka court in connection with a 2013 murder case stemming from protests in the Nilkhet area of the capital. The case relates to the death of businessman Abdul Wadud during July 2013 demonstrations. Despite recently being granted bail in a separate matter, Barakat’s release has been temporarily halted following an application by the Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Police (DB). Magistrate Monirul Islam issued the arrest order on Sunday, June 14th. Details surrounding the rearrest and further proceedings have not yet been fully disclosed. This development effectively suspends Barakat’s freedom, pending further legal action in the ongoing murder investigation. The arrest raises questions about the timing and renewed focus on the 2013 case.