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Bangladesh signs deal to buy 25 aircraft from Boeing, a key move to counter U.S. tariffs, says Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman.

Why do we need an intelligence agency whose main task is chasing meme page admins and playing political chess?

July 26, 2024, The student movement against the quota system had transformed into a mass movement already. Alongside the students, ordinary citizens took to the streets to protest Hasina's autocratic rule. As part of this movement, Dhaka's rickshaw pullers showed solidarity…

#BreakingNews 🚨 Heavy gunfire is occurring in the old Maizzartek area of Myanmar, near the Chakdhala border adjacent to Naikhongchhari Sadar in Bandarban. Bullets fired from across the border are landing in Bangladeshi localities. As per primary intelligence report, two rebel…

Bangladesh Navy's Type 053H3 guided missile frigate stands guard near Saint Martin's Island, ensuring security along the Myanmar border

Bangladesh Navy chief Signs Arms Purchase Agreement with Turkey During a visit to Turkey. Bangladesh navy finalized an agreement to purchase two types of weapons:- CANiK M2 QCB 12.7x99mm heavy machine gun, an upgraded M2 with CANiK optical sight for precise day/night targeting.…

With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Jony, a brave commando soldier of Bangladesh Army’s 1 Engineer, 57 Bengal, who passed away today due to heat stroke during his routine activities. Despite being rushed to the ICU, he could not be saved. May his soul rest in peace.

Exercise Tiger Lightning (TL)-2025 kicks off in Sylhet! The Bangladesh Army & USARPAC join forces for a 6-day joint military exercise at Jalalabad Cantonment. Led by Maj Gen Ascot A. Winter. The event boosts cooperation in security, counter-terrorism & disaster management.…

In the video, we can see the gun firing of the Bangladesh Air Force's MiG-29 alongside the American F-14 and F-15. The MiG-29's prominent muzzle flash is primarily due to its larger 30 mm GSh-30-1 cannon. This aircraft carries 100–150 rounds, the larger ammunition size, limiting…

Singapore sends 2nd medical team to Bangladesh to aid plane crash victims at Milestone School & College, Dhaka. Arrived 10:40 PM, July 24. Team: Chow Wing Kit Chester, Wei Guiru, Tan Kwee Yuen, Wong Jolin, Irene Wong Mei Jin. They’ll support treatment at National Burn & Plastic…

Thailand has reported recovering a Myanmar military kamikaze drone within its borders. In response, Thailand lodged a diplomatic protest through a formal letter. The drone, retrieved from a forest, resembles a smaller version of the Iranian Shahed-136. Recent media reports…

In memory of fallen pilot Missing man formation.

Just when the world was catching its breath, these two said — ‘Hold my F-16.’ Bro wth happened to this 2025!

Admiral M Nazmul Hassan, Bangladesh Navy Chief, explored Pakistan’s GIDS exhibit at IDEF 2025. CEO Asad Kamal showcased the SHAHPAR-III MALE UCAV’s advanced capabilities, highlighting Pakistan’s defense innovation. A step forward in 🇧🇩🇵🇰 bilateral defense collaboration!

The Missing Man Formation by fellow pilots in memory of a pilot killed in a fighter jet crash.

China & Japan pledge emergency medical support for over 170 injured in the devastating Air Force training plane crash at Milestone School & College, Uttara, Dhaka. They have requested Bangladesh to urgently specify the type of assistance needed for the treatment of the injured.

Anti-Junta Fighters in Mandalay, Myanmar strike hard, destroying several military junta supply ships and gun boats ! Rebels used 84mm Carl Gustaf M2, 106mm M40A1, and 82mm PW-78 recoilless guns among other weapons

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi met with Bangladesh's Home Adviser in Dhaka today. Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in combating drugs & terrorism, police training, addressing the Rohingya issue, tackling cybercrime, and boosting trade. 🇧🇩🇵🇰

New CCTV footage of the Bangladesh Air Force’s FT-7BGI fighter jet crash has been released, revealing two external fuel tanks attached to the aircraft’s hardpoints. The crash occurred 7–10 minutes after takeoff, confirming that approximately 95% of the aircraft’s fuel remained.…