Local Awami League (AL) leaders, accompanied by several associates, allegedly took over and locked the under-construction Shantiganj Press Club building on Tuesday afternoon, sparking widespread outrage among local journalists.

In a move that has sparked widespread condemnation, authorities at Faridpur Medical College (FMEC) Hospital blocked two journalists from performing their duties on Sunday, coincidentally falling on World Press Freedom

Today (May 3), World Press Freedom Day is being observed across Bangladesh and worldwide through various programs. This year’s theme is “Shaping a Peaceful Future.”

The new government led by Tarique Rahman is determined to ensure a fear-free and independent working environment for the media in Bangladesh, newly appointed Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin

No journalist had to go to jail for expressing his opinion during the interim government, Information and Broadcasting Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan said.

The Election Commission (EC) has agreed to exempt journalists from a controversial ban on mobile phones at polling stations following a meeting with media leaders on Monday.

Journalists, editors, and media owners in Bangladesh called on the interim government Saturday to ensure their safety following a series of mob attacks on leading national dailies.

Journalist organizations and various voluntary groups in Lakshmipur staged a major protest and human chain program on Wednesday (November 12) morning, demanding the immediate arrest of the individual who issued