The Bengali Times is a Bangla-language online news portal for the Bangladeshi community living in Canada. The portal was started in 2008 by journalist Shahidul Islam Mintu, one of Canada’s earliest Bangladeshi digital news ventures. The portal aimed to serve Bangladeshi and other Bangla-speaking south asian communities. The portal’s content is in Bangla and is updated every week.
The Bengali Times, a prominent news source, primarily focuses on news related to the Bangladeshi community in Canada. It covers a wide range of current affairs that are pertinent to the Bangladeshi community, including local, national, and international politics, sports, recreation, technology, health, and other relevant topics. To provide Canadian Bangladeshis and non-resident Bangladeshis (NRBs) with comprehensive and well-rounded information, The Bengali Times diligently collects news from various reputable sources. Notably, over 90% of its editorial content originates from Canada, ensuring a deep understanding of the Bangladeshi community within a broader context.
The Bengali Times has been honored with prestigious awards, including the National Ethnic Press and Media Council Award and the Heritage Beyond Borders Award. The portal boasts a talented team of dedicated journalists committed to producing high-quality content.
Team:
Chief Editor : Abdul Halim Miah
Executive Editor: Nirjala Priodorshini
Publisher: Shahidul Islam Mintu