freedom of expression
To protect free speech, get rid of oppressive laws like the CSA
Bangladesh must repeal the CSA to safeguard the rights of its citizens.
CSA clauses that threaten freedom of expression to be reconsidered: Nahid
The Cyber Security Act came into effect last year, replacing the controversial Digital Security Act
How to make dissenters out of citizens
Awami League has always found justification in the Nietzschean theory of cultivating or “inventing” enemies
International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists / Why must journalists put their lives on the line?
Crimes against journalists do not happen in a vacuum.
Assange may be in the dock, but it is journalism that’s on trial
The case against him and WikiLeaks is much more important for what it might entail for press freedom itself.
Column by Mahfuz Anam: 'Secret deal has been struck, nothing to worry about'
Is that how democracy works for us?
Lifespan of the Leviathan
Who would want to move for democracy and risk losing it all?
Freedom of Expression in Bangladesh / Navigating biases, power dynamics and media integrity
A closer examination reveals the existence of substantial limitations to freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
CSA v cybersecurity laws of other countries
Comparing this law with those in other countries can help us determine how well the proposed CSA aligns with international standards.
People fear to talk: Sultana Kamal
Human rights activist Sultana Kamal today observed that people are afraid to talk.
Who says we're not free?
Last week, Freedom House, an independent watchdog organisation that conducts research and advocacy on democracy, political freedom...
Danger comes with restriction
Freedom of expression and a vibrant strong democracy go hand in hand. A free press contributes to a stronger society and
RSF expresses serious concern over freedom of expression in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has moved two notches up to 144th position among 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index-2016 prepared by Reporters Sans Frontières. But the Paris-based advocacy group voices serious concern over the state of freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh failed at times to control security forces: US
The United States has said the government of Bangladesh took 'limited measures' to investigate and prosecute cases of abuse and killing by security forces. The US, in its 2015 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, claimed authorities failed at times to maintain effective control over security forces.
HC stays proceedings of 72 cases against Star editor
High Court stays for three months the proceedings of 72 cases against The Daily Star Editor and Publisher Mahfuz Anam. The court also issues a rule upon the authorities concerned to explain as to why the initiation and continuation of the cases should not be declared illegal. The rule is returnable in three weeks, the court says.
Star editor gets bail in Faridpur
The Daily Star Editor and Publisher Mahfuz Anam has secured bail in a Tk 50-crore defamation case in Faridpur.
Star editor gets bail in Gazipur
The Daily Star Editor and Publisher Mahfuz Anam has secured bail in a Tk 5 crore defamation case in Gazipur.
Freedom of expression now treated as ‘treason’: BNP
BNP joint secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi alleges that freedom of expression is now treated as ‘illegal and treason’ in Bangladesh.
Star editor gets bail in Rangpur
Rangpur court grants bail to Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam in a defamation case filed by ruling Awami League’s Rangpur district organising secretary. The court sets May 26 for next hearing.