He cites the 1975 shutdown of newspapers, saying today’s media environment marks a sharp departure from that period
June 16, 2026
Staff Correspondent
bdnews24.com
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said media suppression no longer exists in the country and urged a shift away from a “revenge mindset”.
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He also encourages children to continue participating in sports and other creative activities
