terrorism

Al Qaeda urges Muslims to shun World Cup

Al Qaeda's regional branch urged Muslims around the world to shun the soccer World Cup in Qatar, though it stopped short of threatening attacks or promoting violence in connection with the event, according to a statement reported by a monitoring group.

Bangladesh biggest development, trade partner of India: Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said Bangladesh is the biggest development and trade partner of India.

Fighting Terror: Precautions in place: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday said the intelligence and law enforcement agencies were on alert as attempts were underway to carry out terror attacks in Bangladesh.

Christchurch: Why this is not an isolated terrorist attack

In the aftermath of the deadly attacks in New Zealand that caused global shock, it is important to explore the broader questions about the ideology behind these acts of terrorism.

Fight Against Terror: Hasina, Trudeau for joint action

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau have underscored the need for initiating a global movement to stamp out terrorism.

Trudeau calls Hasina; both urge int’l community to act against terrorism

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau have called upon the global community to act together to stamp out terrorism as they talked over phone this morning.

Putin calls Modi expressing solidarity in fight against terror

Russian President Vladimir Putin has called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and conveyed solidarity of his country with India in the latter’s fight against terrorism.

Saudi backs India's anti-terror fight

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Indian leader Narendra Modi yesterday vowed to increase pressure on countries that fuel terrorism.

Hard power and the war on terror in South Asia

Hard power or the coercive use of force has emerged as the most preferred tool in combatting terrorism in the post-9/11 era.

July 21, 2016
July 21, 2016

Get the bearing right

I believe that the police had taken measures that they deemed necessary after getting the wind of something impending, but the point illustrated by the course of events of July 1 is that no contingency plan is ever adequate enough or completely foolproof unless put to test.

July 20, 2016
July 20, 2016

Verdict on Gazipur bomb attack appeal on July 28

The High Court fixes July 28 for delivering verdict on the death reference and appeals in a case filed over a suicide bomb attack inside the Gazipur Bar Association office in 2005 that killed nine people and injured scores of others.

July 19, 2016
July 19, 2016

Santoso: Indonesia police 'kill most wanted militant'

Indonesian police say they believe they have killed Santoso, the country's most wanted militant, in a jungle gun battle in Central Sulawesi.

July 19, 2016
July 19, 2016

IS group claims first Germany attack with train axe assault

The Islamic State group claims responsibility for its first attack in Germany, an axe and knife assault on a train carried out by a 17-year-old Afghan refugee.

July 19, 2016
July 19, 2016

Gain skills in using modern technology to combat terrorism: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina directs all the security forces to earn expertise in using modern technology alongside receiving training to fight terrorism and militancy.

July 16, 2016
July 16, 2016

Govt fails to provide security to people: Ershad

Jatiya Party Chairman HM Ershad alleges that the government has completely failed to provide security of the country’s people and stop terrorist attacks.

July 15, 2016
July 15, 2016

World leaders condemn Nice attack

World leaders express dismay, sadness and solidarity with France over Nice attack that killed at least 80 people.

July 15, 2016
July 15, 2016

Nice attack: Witnesses describe Bastille Day terror

A lorry racing into a crowd after Bastille Day celebrations in the French city of Nice kills at least 84 people, injuring at least 18 more.

July 15, 2016
July 15, 2016

Focus on the supply side of terrorism

It is true that many a terrorist attack may have been prevented due to good police and Rab work. What is equally true is an ample room for improvement

July 15, 2016
July 15, 2016

Terrorism is a suicide note written in blood

On the first day of this month, which also coincided with the first day of the Eid holidays for many, this nation was punched in the stomach while it was breaking out in laughter.

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