A press release was issued in this regard by the anti-graft organization on Tuesday. TIB Executive Director Dr Iftekharuzzaman, said: “It has been reported in the media that even the newspapers and TV channels that have been in operation for many years have been asked to seek re-registration of their online portals. “The imposition of the decision, without setting up the Broadcast Commission and finalizing the online media regulations, is bound to be a big threat to free media. Referring to the importance of free and uncontrolled prevalence of online news media for meeting the government’s high-profile electoral commitment of Digital Bangladesh, Dr Zaman added: “Control if you can, the promotion of personal interests by vested quarters, but do ensure free online media at the same time. “Please don’t further undermine the freedom of media pledged as part of national independence.

Source: Dhaka Tribune September 01, 2020 15:56 UTC