Press Freedom Violations Continue in Bangladesh Despite Creation of Monitoring Panel

Just days after the government formed a special panel to review complaints of harassment against journalists, Bangladesh’s Information and Broadcasting Ministry revoked the press accreditation of 59 journalists believed to support the ousted administration. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) urged the interim government not to use press accreditation as a tool of punishment, to stop politically motivated actions against journalists, and to focus on genuine reforms that promote press freedom.

Extremists Threaten Bangladesh Journalist Over Anti-Hindu Reports

In a disturbing escalation of threats against press freedom, Bangladeshi journalist Trina Roy Choudhury has reportedly faced public death and gang-rape threats from Islamist extremists following her investigative reports exposing violence against the Hindu minority community.

13 Nations Urge Bangladesh to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists

The diplomatic network of the Media Freedom Coalition in Bangladesh issued a joint statement on the occasion of the 11th International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists.

Ending Impunity for Crimes against Journalists Press freedom cannot survive when power goes unchecked.

Each year on November 2, the global community observes the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists — a reminder of the dangers faced by those who risk their lives to tell the truth. Yet, despite growing awareness, journalists around the world continue to be harassed, attacked, and killed simply for doing their jobs.

Bangladesh Drops Proposal for Independent Media Commission in New Draft Ordinance

A draft ordinance prepared by the Information Ministry has excluded all references to an independent media commission, despite earlier recommendations from the Media Reform Commission that proposed its creation to ensure greater press freedom and accountability.

Journalist Safety Takes Center Stage at 10th CJEN Annual Conference in Dhaka

The two-day 10th Annual Conference of the Communication and Journalism Educators’ Network (CJEN), Bangladesh, concluded in Dhaka on Saturday, emphasizing the urgent need to ensure journalists’ safety and security as the foundation for promoting ethical journalism in the country.

BNP Activists Assault Journalist Inside Khaleda Zia’s Gulshan Office in Dhaka

In a troubling incident highlighting ongoing attacks on journalists in Bangladesh, a reporter was physically assaulted by activists of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) inside the party chairperson Khaleda Zia’s Gulshan office in Dhaka, local media sources reported.

Journalist Brutally Attacked During Puja in Sitakunda Over Alleged Awami League Ties

In Sitakunda, a mob allegedly linked to local BNP and Jamaat-Shibir activists attacked a journalist while he was offering prayers at a Hindu festival, labeling him an “Awami League associate.”

Press Freedom Under Threat: BJIM Decries Violence Against Journalists

Bangladeshi Journalists in International Media (BJIM) has expressed serious concern over a series of violent assaults and threats targeting journalists across various districts in Bangladesh. According to a statement issued yesterday, the attacks allegedly involve local miscreants, charity owners, and even members of law enforcement agencies.

Media Reform: Govt Must Explain Delay, Says Commission Chief

Kamal Ahmed, head of the Media Reform Commission, on Sunday urged the government to clarify why it has not yet implemented the commission’s recommendations, even five months after submission.