Thikana News is ,a popular Bengali-language newspaper and digital platform published in New York City, which serves the Bangladeshi-American community and the broader Bangladeshi diaspora.
Key facts about Thikana News:
Establishment: It was find on February 21, 1990.
Headquarters: ,The corporate headquarters is located in Jackson Heights, New York. It also has a bureau in Bangladesh.
Mission: It was find to connect Bangladeshi expatriates with their homeland, uphold their cultural heritage, and assist in their integration into American society.
Founders and leadership: The publication find to former Member of Parliament M.M. Shaheen. Its leadership includes Sayeed-Ur-Rabb, who helped expand its reach globally.
Circulation and reach: For many years, it has been one of the most widely circulated Bengali-language newspapers published outside of Bangladesh. Its digital presence extends to a YouTube channel and an active Facebook page.
Digital expansion: Thikana has also expanded into digital media, with apps and online platforms to provide news to a wider audience. In August 2024, it was announcing that Thikana Digital, a part of the newspaper, would expand its digital and telecommunications offerings.
