An investigation into features of news web-sites in Bangladesh

Md. Mashihur Rahman, Rajshahi University, Md. Aminul Islam, Varendra University
2018 World of Media Journal of Russian Media and Journalism Studies  
News industry in the world, as well as in Bangladesh, is experiencing massive transformation due to innovation and availability of different information and communication technologies. The production, consumption and revenue sources are being dramatically changed. News outlets are struggling to keep pace with the constant changes and adaptations as it demands multiple investments in technologies and skills. Online sources are developing multiple features in presenting content utilizing various
more » ... ptions and opportunities brought about by technology. This article investigates the web-sites of 35 news outlets, both online only and online platforms of traditional newspapers and TV in Bangladesh. It explores the features that empower both news producers and consumers in terms of designing platforms, delivering content, and freedom in consumption. The features include scope for customization, interactivity, embedding of multimedia, availability of user-friendly services and additional delivery channels both on homepage and story pages. It employs content analysis method. Analysis of the data shows that limited number of web features are available on the selected news sites with major weakness in presenting multimedia content, scope for customization and greater interactivity.
doi:10.30547/worldofmedia.2.2018.3 fatcat:ynwzwyr3hbdh5hpsise5jhurrm