Bangladesh has a vibrant, reader friendly and diverse newspaper industry, with a wide range of publications catering to different audiences and interests. From daily newspapers, online newspapers, local newspapers, share bazar newspapers, tv channels, fm radio and weekly magazines with there is no shortage of reading material in the country.
Bangladesh [BD] is home to several esteemed newspaper publishers, boasting a rich array of authoritative and credible sources. With such a vast selection, it can be challenging to identify the finest newspapers that provide the most comprehensive coverage. That is why we have curated an exclusive list of the top 10 best newspapers in Bangladesh, presenting you with an invaluable resource to navigate through the sea of options.
Bengali language people can gain a lot of knowledge and stay updated with the worlds latest update and status by Bangla newspaper. Reading newspaper is a good habit that can provide a great sense of educational value. It carries information about – home and abroad, politics, economy, entertainment, lifestyle, special reports, culture, education, information technology, health, sports, crime, business, industry, trade, and commerce.
List of Top 10 Newspaper In Bangladesh 2023
1. Prothom Alo
Prothom Alo is a Bengali-language daily newspaper that is considered one of the most influential media outlets in Bangladesh. It has a large readership, especially among the youth. Prthom Alo Launched in 1998.
Prothom Alo also offers an e-paper subscription service through its website, https://epaper.prothomalo.com. The newspaper editor name Matiur Rahman.
2. Daily Star
The Daily Star is the most popular English newspaper in Bangladesh and was founded on January 14, 1991. It is owned by Transcom Group and its founder is Mr. Syed Mohammad Ali. The editor and publisher for The Daily Star is Mr. Mahfuz Anam who is one of the finest journalists in the country.
There are a variety of different sections in the newspaper which include the likes of Arts and Entertainment, Lifestyle, Star Business, Star Sports, Law & Our Rights, and Star Literature just to name a few. Besides, the newspaper also publishes additional supplements and magazines such as Star Showbiz and Shout. The head office for The Daily Star is situated at 64-65, Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Dhaka-1215.
3. Bangladesh Pratidin
Bangladesh Pratidin, literally meaning Bangladesh Everyday, is a daily, Bengali-language independent newspaper in Bangladesh. It was founded on 15 March 2010. East West Media Group is also the owner of Bangladesh Pratidin. Naem Nizam is the editor of Bangladesh Pratidin.
What makes Bangladesh Pratidin so popular is that it is comparatively more affordable than its competitors.
4. Jugantor
Established in 1999, Jugantor is a Bengali-language daily newspaper that is widely read and respected for its comprehensive coverage of national and international news.
The newspaper is printed and published by Jamuna Printing and Publishing Ltd. Administrative operations are overseen by Jamuna Media Ltd. The editor of this newspaper is Saiful Alam and publisher Salma Islam.
5. Ittefaq
Ittefaq It was established before the independence of Bangladesh. This is one of the oldest and most respected newspapers in Bangladesh, Founded in 1953. known for its comprehensive coverage of news and current events.
This newspaper format is broadsheet and is printed by Ittefaq Group of Publications Limited. Ittefaq editor Tasmima Hossain, She is a Jatiya Party politician and a former Jatiya Sangsad member representing the Pirojpur-2 constituency.
6. Kaler Kantho
This Bengali-language daily newspaper is one of the most widely-read publications in Bangladesh. It is an enterprise of East-West Media Group, a sister concern of Bangladesh’s leading business conglomerate Bashundhara Group. The same group owns Bangladesh Pratidin, Daily Sun, News24, Radio Capital and Banglanews24.
Known for its in-depth coverage of politics and current events. Kaler Kantho Editor-In-Chief is Imdadul Haque Milan.
7. Naya Diganta
The Daily Naya Diganta is one of the most prominent dailies, and it has been operating since 2004. It is owned by Diganta Media Corporation, which was under the leadership of Mir Quasem Ali. The entertainment magazine named ‘Therapy’ and the social magazine ‘Abokash’ are two popular weeklies by this newspaper. Plus, it also publishes a monthly magazine which is known as ‘Onno Ek Diganta’. The printed version of Naya Diganta is published only in Bangla.
However, their e-paper is found both in Bangla and English versions on their website. The headquarter of this daily is located at 1 RK Mission Road, Manik Mia Foundation, Motijheel Dhaka-1203, Bangladesh.
8. Samakal
Founded in 2005, Samakal is a Bengali-language daily newspaper that is known for its investigative journalism and critical coverage of politics and society in Bangladesh.
The paper is owned by Ha-Meem Group. Samakal editor Name Muzzammil Husain, Publisher Name Abul Kalam Azad.
