A significant technical malfunction has affected the online archive of Daily Samakal, one of Bangladesh's leading national newspapers, since Saturday morning. Multiple news items published on the newspaper's website are showing only "Samakal - Archive" and "SAMAKAL" in place of headlines and full reports, creating widespread confusion among readers.
Nature of the Glitch
The issue was observed in at least three reports published between 6:26 AM and 7:35 AM on Saturday (November 14). The archived reports appear to lack both headlines and detailed content, displaying only the newspaper's name and the word "SAMAKAL" repeatedly, resembling static placeholders.
Readers have taken to social media to raise questions about the problem. Many have reported being unable to locate news items published during that specific timeframe, causing particular difficulties for researchers and regular readers who rely on the archive.
Response from Authorities
No official statement has been issued by Samakal authorities regarding the matter so far. However, technology experts suggest that such glitches commonly occur during server maintenance or database updates. They also noted that temporary connectivity issues between the archived data system and the main website could be responsible.
Advice for Readers
Experts have advised readers to refrain from collecting information from the archive during this period and instead view recent news items on the main website. They have also recommended contacting the authorities to request a prompt resolution of the issue.
No specific timeline has been announced regarding when the glitch will be resolved. Further updates will be provided to readers once an official announcement is made by the newspaper's management.
