The history of newspapers or magazines in Bangladesh is very old. Newspapers have been playing a very important role in the social and political life of our country. Through newspapers we get very quick updates of various events in the country and abroad. Newspapers act as a bridge between the government and the common people. In today's era, the use of internet and social media has increased at a much higher rate, but the influence and importance of newspapers has not decreased. Rather, newspapers have maintained their position equally on online platforms.

History of newspapers

The journey of newspapers in Bangladesh began during the British rule. The first Bengali newspaper was called 'Samachar Darpan', it was published in 1818. Which is known as the first Bengali newspaper in India. After that, the promotion and spread of Bengali newspapers gradually increased. After the independence of Bangladesh the number of newspapers increased tremendously and various types of magazines started to be published after the independence.

Main newspaper of Bangladesh

Bangladesh currently has many national and local newspapers. Some of the notable magazines are:

Prothom-alo

It was established in 1998. Prothom Alo is currently one of the most popular and widely circulated daily newspapers in Bangladesh. Prothom Alo has earned the reputation as the most widely read Bengali newspaper in Bangladesh. Prothom Alo's news is presented quickly, reliably and relevantly, which has made this daily newspaper very popular. Its online version is equally widely popular.

Daily Ittefaq

Dainik Ittefaq was founded in 1953. Dainik Ittefaq is a traditional newspaper in Bangladesh. It is one of the oldest and most popular newspapers in Bangladesh. Ittefaq played an important role during the freedom struggle and various national movements. This magazine still provides in-depth analysis and accurate information on the country's political and social affairs.

Daily Jankantha

This magazine was established in 1993. Daily Janakantha is another important newspaper of the country. It is mainly known for political and social news analysis.

Bangladesh Protidin

Currently, Bangladesh Pratidin is one of the most popular newspapers in Bangladesh. It was published in 2010.

Dainik Kaler Kantha

Dainik Kale Kantha Bangladesh is known as a modern newspaper just like daily. It was first published in 2010. Kal Kantha quickly found a response among the readers and took its place in Bangladesh.

Samakal

Dainik Samakal established in 2005 is one of the most reliable newspapers in the country. It presents in-depth information on national and international news, entertainment, sports and more. Samakal is famous for their unbiased news and analysis.

Local newspaper

Apart from national newspapers, various local newspapers are also published in Bangladesh. These newspapers mainly focus on local events and people's daily life. For example: Dainik Azadi and Dainik Purvakon published from Chittagong are the popular newspapers of the region. Their role is very important in the lives of the people of Chittagong and as the media of the region. The daily flow published from Khulna is one of the local news delivery mediums of Khulna region.

Online newspaper

The popularity of online newspapers has grown rapidly in the current digital era. Now many people prefer to read online version of newspapers. Along with the main newspapers of Bangladesh, new online portals have also been developed. For example:

BD News 24

It is the first full-fledged online news portal of Bangladesh, established in 2005. BD News 24 quickly became the most popular online news portal in the country.

JagoNews24

Launched in 2014, Jago News quickly became popular. It is a very fast release of various news of the country

Bangla Tribune

Bangla Tribune is a different kind of online newspaper, which publishes political, social and economic news as well as feature articles. It is especially popular among the young generation of Bangladesh.