Weekly Bangladesh, a freely distributed Bangla newspaper published in New York City by News Bangladesh Inc., serves as a primary news source for the Bangladeshi community living in the five boroughs of New York City. The newspaper is published every Thursday. It is available for 50 cents outside New York City and primarily focuses on local community events, culture, and updates from Bangladesh. Launched on March 26, 1998, on Bangladesh’s Independence Day, Weekly Bangladesh gained popularity among Bangladeshi immigrants in the United States, particularly first-generation expatriates who prefer news in Bangla. Initially published from New York City, the newspaper’s distribution expanded to major U.S. and Canadian cities with significant Bangladeshi populations.
Weekly Bangladesh aims to evolve into a trusted weekly publication. The newspaper fosters unity and preserves cultural values among Bangladeshi immigrants by focusing on positive news, avoiding sensationalism, and promoting community engagement.
Weekly Bangladesh delivers comprehensive coverage of U.S. and Bangladeshi affairs, spanning politics, economics, arts, health, and sports. The publication specializes in translating pivotal U.S. policy developments into Bangla, ensuring accessibility for Bangla-speaking audiences locally and globally. Combining a robust digital platform with journalistic integrity fosters meaningful connections between diaspora communities and Bangladeshi cultural heritage. Rooted in truth and social equity principles, the newspaper amplifies Bangladesh’s international standing while nurturing transnational bonds through rigorously researched, culturally resonant reporting.
Sections covered:
America, Bangladesh, International, Sports, Entertainment, Religion, Literature, Travel, Education, Women, Interview, Lifestyle, Technology, Editorial, Sub-editorial, Opinion, Editor’s column, Advisor Editor’s column, Weekly column.
The newspaper also offers a PDF version online as an e-paper, which can be read online or downloaded.
Offices
Florida Office:
1610 NW 3rd St, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
New York Office:
37-55, 72 Street, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Tel: 718-255-1158, 646-645-6904
Team:
President & Editor: Dr. Mohammed Wazed A Khan
Advisor, Editorial Board: Anwar Hossain Manju
Vice President: Mohammed Dinaj Khan
Note: Don’t confuse this newspaper with Weekly Bangladesh – NY, which may represent a different venture.