A technical malfunction has been affecting the online archive of Samakal, one of Bangladesh's most widely circulated newspapers, since Saturday morning. Readers attempting to access the archive section of the newspaper's website are unable to view old news reports, features, and special editions, leading to widespread confusion.
Timeline and Nature of the Glitch
The issue reportedly began around 8:26 AM on Saturday, according to initial observations. The problem persisted even at 10:45 AM. When users attempt to enter the archive section, the screen displays only the heading "Samakal - Archive" (সমকাল - আর্কাইভ), but no content loads.
Reader Experiences
Several readers have taken to social media to highlight the issue. Many have noted that they regularly use the Samakal archive for research and data collection purposes, and this disruption has hampered their work. One reader commented, "I needed to review old economic reports for my research, but I am facing trouble accessing the archive."
Response from Authorities
As of the time of this report, no official statement or explanation has been issued by Samakal authorities. Technology experts suggest that such an issue could arise from server-related problems or a database update. They have commented that if the problem is not resolved quickly, reader frustration is likely to increase.
Next Steps
Regular readers of Samakal's online edition are hopeful that the authorities will resolve this technical issue promptly. Experts are also emphasizing the need for a more secure and accessible system for preserving historically significant news content in the archive for the future.
