Bangladesh Army

Army arrested 7,822 since deployment under interim govt

The Bangladesh Army has arrested 7,822 individuals across the country since its deployment under the interim government, as part of an ongoing effort to assist law enforcement agencies in maintaining law and order.

Yunus lauds Bangladesh Army’s role in protecting sovereignty

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, has commended the Bangladesh Army for its professionalism and dedication, expressing confidence that it will continue to safeguard national security and sovereignty

General Waker lauds army’s dedication, commitment

He expresses his appreciation for their relentless efforts in maintaining law and order and commended their continued commitment during the holy month of Ramadan

Unease at NCP over Hasnat, Sarjis’s posts

A sense of unease prevails within the National Citizen Party (NCP) over the differing statements coming from its leaders regarding a meeting with the army chief on March 11.

Hasnat’s claim ‘laughable’, says army: Netra News report

The army has dismissed Hasnat's explosive statement about its chief's suggestion of rehabilitating a refined Awami League

Hasnat posts on Facebook about ‘refined Awami League’ proposal

Meanwhile, protests take place at DU overnight to ban Awami League

Türk interview: Army says it wasn’t directly contacted by UN

The Bangladesh Army has responded to recent remarks made by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk, clarifying that it was not directly contacted regarding the concerns he raised in an interview with he BBC’s HARDtalk.

July uprising: Volker Turk told army that engaging would lead to ban from UN peacekeeping

The UN human rights chief made the revelation in a BBC HARDtalk interview on Wednesday

Joint forces to patrol the crime-prone city areas

The government yesterday decided to deploy a joint security patrol of police, army, navy, and BGB in areas of the capital where the law and order situation has deteriorated.

December 29, 2019
December 29, 2019

Govt works underway to build well-equipped army: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina says her government has been working to transform Bangladesh Army into a time-befitting, technologically well-equipped and modern force.

December 3, 2019
December 3, 2019

Prioritise public interest, their welfare: President to Army

President Abdul Hamid urges the members of Bangladesh Army to work for the welfare of common people apart from ensuring the country's security and sovereignty.

October 18, 2019
October 18, 2019

US wants 2 defence deals with Bangladesh

The US wants to sign two defence agreements with Bangladesh as the latter is seeking to buy advanced equipment from the US as part of its goal to modernise the military by 2030.

July 17, 2019
July 17, 2019

Armed forces ready to help if flood situation worsens: Army chief

Bangladesh Army Chief General Aziz Ahmed says the armed forces are ready to help if the flood situation worsens.

June 16, 2019
June 16, 2019

PM asks army to stand by people always

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has asked the army to stand always beside the people by bestowing its leadership upon the competent and patriotic officers.

March 4, 2019
March 4, 2019

Stay alert to any threats

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday asked the Bangladesh Army to remain always ready to unitedly face any internal and external threats for protecting the constitution and the sovereignty of the country.

March 3, 2019
March 3, 2019

Stay alert to face internal, external threats: PM to army

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina directs members of Bangladesh Army to keep a constant vigil to face any “internal and external threats” for safeguarding the country’s constitution and sovereignty.

December 30, 2018
December 30, 2018

Cast ballots without fear

Bangladesh Army Chief General Aziz Ahmed yesterday told voters to go to the polling centres and cast their votes without fear as the army would be around.

December 27, 2018
December 27, 2018

Army ready to extend overall assistance: ISPR

The members of Bangladesh Army are maintaining communication with law enforcement agencies and remain ready to extend overall assistance, if necessary, says a press release of Inter Services Public Relation (ISPR).

December 25, 2018
December 25, 2018

Army warns against fake web pages in its name

The Bangladesh Army yesterday issued a warning against some web pages using its name, and urged people to be cautious about any