Wednesday, 04 February 2026

About Businesstimes-bd

Businesstimes-bd is an online and daily newspaper committed to delivering accurate, objective, and responsible journalism to audiences across Bangladesh and beyond. With a strong focus on credibility and public interest, Businesstimes-bd strives to present news and views that inform, educate, and empower citizens. Businesstimes-bd operates under HRC Media Ltd, the media division of HRC Group, and follows professional journalistic standards in news gathering, reporting, and publishing. The platform covers news from national to grassroots levels, ensuring balanced representation of voices from across the country. Businesstimes-bd publishes a wide range of content including national and local news, politics, economy, international affairs, sports, entertainment, education, information and technology, features, lifestyle, opinion, and columns. As a modern digital news platform alongside a daily print edition, Businesstimes-bd practices multimedia journalism, combining text-based reporting with audio, video, infographics, and digital storytelling to enhance reader understanding and engagement. Driven by a team of experienced editors, reporters, and young journalists, Businesstimes-bd prioritizes clarity, depth, and storytelling to explain complex issues in an accessible manner.

Objective

Businesstimes-bd aims to deliver the latest news to its readers within the shortest possible time while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, objectivity, and impartiality. Guided by the fundamental principles of the Constitution of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, Businesstimes-bd seeks to strengthen public awareness, democratic values, and informed public discourse. Businesstimes-bd is committed to upholding national sovereignty, democracy, secularism, freedom of expression, and the protection of human and civil rights.

Ethics Policy

Businesstimes-bd adheres to the highest ethical standards of journalism. Accuracy, fairness, independence, and accountability are the core principles guiding our newsroom operations. Businesstimes-bd maintains a non-partisan editorial stance. No political party, individual, or organization is allowed to influence its editorial decisions. We remain neutral while firmly standing for truth, justice, and the public interest. Businesstimes-bd does not compromise on issues related to national interest, human rights, rule of law, gender equality, and press freedom under any circumstances.

Fact-Checking Policy

Fact-checking is a fundamental pillar of Businesstimes-bd’s journalism. All information is verified through multiple credible sources before publication. Businesstimes-bd maintains a nationwide network of correspondents and contributors, enabling the newsroom to verify facts directly from the field. Statements from relevant stakeholders, eyewitnesses, and authorities are cross-checked to ensure accuracy, balance, and reliability.

Corrections Policy

Businesstimes-bd is committed to transparency and accuracy. Despite strict editorial processes, errors may occasionally occur. When mistakes are identified, Businesstimes-bd promptly acknowledges and corrects them. Corrections are made clearly and responsibly, explaining what was incorrect and providing the corrected information. In cases of significant errors, Businesstimes-bd publishes a clear correction note or rejoinder to maintain public trust.

Organogram

The Editor heads the overall editorial operations of Businesstimes-bd, including news, reporting, and editorial departments. The Editor is supported by senior editorial leadership such as the Acting Editor, News Editor, and Chief Reporter. Each department operates under designated In-Charges responsible for managing workflow and editorial quality. Departments include national news, country news, digital and web, technology, sports, entertainment, international, features, and opinion. Senior sub-editors assist departmental heads in maintaining editorial standards. The Research and Development unit prepares editorials, opinion pieces, and columns in line with editorial guidelines and also coordinates contributions from guest writers. The Administration and Human Resources department oversees overall management, including accounts, production, logistics, and establishment. The Accounts unit manages financial operations of Businesstimes-bd.

Ownership & Funding Info

Businesstimes-bd is owned and operated by HRC Media Ltd, the media division of HRC Group. HRC Media Ltd funds and manages Businesstimes-bd with the objective of promoting ethical journalism, freedom of expression, and responsible media practices. The organization operates through lawful revenue sources including advertisements, subscriptions, and partnerships.

Know More About HRC Media Ltd

HRC Media Ltd is a professional media organization under HRC Group, engaged in print, digital, and multimedia journalism. The company is committed to integrity, transparency, and social responsibility, with a vision to contribute positively to society through credible and ethical media practices.