Media
REFLECTIONS / Byting wisely: The varying narratives of nationalism and independence
So in the spirit of Independence, I urge my reader to exercise independence of consumption—to question what you are buying, what you are reading, what you are watching, and which of these you are really given the freedom to choose.
How media lies to you about what love is
Setting a flimsy standard of what an ideal relationship should look like.
Opinion / Let’s not interpret old media through a modern lens
Historical backdrop and our understanding of the relevant historical backdrop are important when we try to study a material or even enjoy it.
Bangladeshi TV shows fail to cater to ageing audiences
Older audiences have always relied on TV for clean and engaging content reflective of our local lifestyle.
FEATURE / Can we justify censorship in culture?
The panel spoke broadly about censorship, #MeToo movement, mob mentality, cancel culture, JK Rowling, and social media echo chambers.
Are today’s youths turning away from traditional news outlets?
The way we consume news has changed a lot since the olden times.
NEWS / A new book revisits guitar legend Niloy Das
Talking about the artist, co-author Milu Aman said, "Although he was admired in the world of music, many generations did not know him. This is our initiative to spread the word about the 'unsung hero' of our music, Niloy Da, and to get to know him a little more.’’
World Cup revealed our media's vulnerability to fake news
Fact-checkers in Bangladesh debunked at least 10 different fake or misleading news stories, eight of which are related to the football tournament, in top newspapers and TV channels.
The reason we consume mindless media
We, as a society, give far too much importance to intelligent content.
A woman is dead. Why are we gossiping about her personal life?
Media has a responsibility to stop sensationalising stories about women and focus on the wider inequalities that affect them.
Tk 10 lakh fine for journalists' ‘illegal activity’?
There are already laws in place for newspapers and journalists. Why did the Press Council, then, take the initiative to amend the Press Council Act 1974, keeping provision to impose a fine of up to Tk 10 lakh? Is it not their obligation to protect the interests of journalists?
JS committee gets 60 days more to review Mass Media Employees Bill
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting today got another 60 days to examine the much-debated Mass Media Employees (Services Conditions) Bill 2022.
Journalism under siege on digital front
Journalism in Bangladesh is under siege on the digital front, beginning from surveillance to draconian laws.
Digital Security Act threatens press freedom, needs reformation: Editors’ Council
The Editors’ Council today called upon the authorities concerned to reform the Digital Security Act in order to ensure press freedom in the country.
How many streaming services are too many?
These services are trying hard to distinguish themselves.
Is traditional media catering to the youth?
Today's youth have come to rely less on traditional media.
The Evolution of Female Friendships in Media
Why does media pigeonhole female friendships as catty relationships?
Govt asks media to publish objective news on ‘sensitive issues’
The government has asked the media to publish objective news on “sensitive issues” involving important personalities, politicians, businessmen, government officials and various institutions.
Protect identity of children involved in criminal cases
The High Court yesterday observed that the media cannot publish names, addresses and photos of children involved in criminal cases.
