Bangladesh Army to Undertake Mid‑Life Upgrade on Mi‑171Sh Fleet
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh Army has initiated plans to carry out a comprehensive mid‑life upgrade (MLU) of elements of its Mil Mi‑171Sh medium‑lift helicopter fleet, marking a significant step in modernising the service’s rotary‑wing capability and sustaining operational readiness well into the coming decade. Official procurement notices published by the Directorate General Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army to Extend Service Life of Metis-M1 Anti-Tank Guided Missiles
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh Army has begun a programme to extend the operational life of its Metis-M1 anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) inventory, aiming to maintain the effectiveness of a key infantry anti-armour capability while ensuring the continued safety and reliability of existing munitions stocks. The Metis-M1, officially designated as the 9K115-2 Metis-M1, Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army Reorients Strategic Partnerships, Scales Back Engagement with India and Russia
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Army has initiated a comprehensive realignment of its external military partnerships and force modernisation strategy, moving to downgrade long-standing training and cooperation arrangements with India and Russia while steadily reducing reliance on Russian-origin military hardware. The shift was deliberated during a two-day conference of general and formation commanders Continue Reading
Russian Navy Warship Arrives in Bangladesh on Courtesy Visit
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Russian Navy warship Gremyashchy arrived at Chattogram Port today, Monday, 17 November 2025, for a five-day courtesy visit to Bangladesh. The ship was warmly received by the Commander of the Chattogram Naval Area, represented by the Chief Staff Officer, who welcomed the officers and sailors aboard. In keeping with Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force Inducts Kh-31 Anti-Ship Missiles, Transforming MiG-29BM Fleet into Maritime Strike Role
Reading Time: 4 minutesKey Points A New Maritime Strike Era In a landmark development for Bangladesh’s aerial warfare capability, the Bangladesh Air Force has inducted the Russian-designed Kh-31 supersonic anti-ship missile into service. This induction marks the Air Force’s first operational deployment of a stand-off maritime strike weapon, representing a significant leap in Continue Reading