Independent Television controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Attack and vandalism of headquarters
After Sheikh Hasina resigned on 5 August 2024, mobs attacked and vandalized Independent Television's headquarters. The channel reportedly continued broadcasting despite the incident.
2024
Travel restriction involving chief executive and editor-in-chief
A Dhaka court reportedly barred M Shamsur Rahman from leaving Bangladesh on 13 August 2024 during investigations into alleged money laundering and alleged embezzlement linked to BEXIMCO-related business affairs. The available reference does not establish a final judgment.
2024
Defamation case brought by Orion Group
Orion Group filed a defamation case against Independent Television on 19 September 2024, alleging repeated misleading reporting about alleged embezzlement of government funds and money laundering. The final outcome is not established in the available reference material.