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No BTS, reels, or shorts on set: Niloy
Actor Niloy Alamgir has voiced concerns over the unauthorised release of behind-the-scenes footage from shooting units, which often goes viral without the knowledge of artistes and crew members. Such leaks, sometimes even revealing crucial scenes, have caused embarrassment for those involved in the productions.
31 January 2025, 04:43 AM
‘Sisimpur’ encourages creativity with new Bangla rhymes
The popular children’s show “Sisimpur” has launched an exciting new initiative for young learners. This time, the programme has introduced a special series featuring 40 of the most well-known and cherished Bangla nursery rhymes. The rhymes are performed by the show’s adored characters—Halum, Tuktuki, Ikri, and Shiku—making the experience both fun and engaging for kids.
4 December 2024, 05:46 AM
Ignoring govt instructions: Facebook, YouTube may be blocked briefly
The government may temporarily block social media platforms, including Facebook and YouTube in Bangladesh if the companies fail to cooperate in efforts to fight cybercrime and the spread of false information.
31 March 2024, 18:00 PM
Non-compliance: Govt may temporarily block Facebook, YouTube
The government may temporarily suspend services of social media giants including Facebook and YouTube if they don’t comply with government instructions to prevent the spread of “disinformation
31 March 2024, 13:23 PM
Social media is no saviour of journalism
Public engagement does not necessarily equal public interest, and certainly not public benefit.
8 February 2023, 17:50 PM
BTRC draft rules on OTT: Govt given indemnity for its actions
The final draft of BTRC’s regulations for digital, social media, and OTT platforms allows the government to order individuals to take down content, empowers it to order social media companies to block content, and grants it indemnity for its actions under the law.
20 October 2022, 02:30 AM
5 tips for starting a YouTube channel
Anyone can start their own YouTube channel these days. In this digital age, video content is ubiquitous. Here are five tips for starting a YouTube channel.
30 May 2022, 18:00 PM
1 held for 'social media propaganda'
Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) claims to have detained a person for allegedly spreading propaganda against the state and the law enforcers on social media platforms.
16 February 2019, 14:23 PM
Facebook to verify identities, require labels for political ads
Facebook announced Friday it will require political ads on its platform to state who is paying for the message and would verify the
7 April 2018, 18:00 PM