Dhaka, Jan. 17 -- Prof Salimullah Khan has warned that "fascism" exists in various forms and ways even after the fall of the Awami League government.

"Fascism is being reproduced daily. Fascism is all around us, but we must remain vigilant," he said, speaking at a session titled "Predatory Journalism in the Age of Fascism" at the RC Majumdar Auditorium of Dhaka University on Friday.

"Those targeted by predatory journalism are direct victims. However, everyone is an indirect prey. Essentially, by victimising these individuals, others are taught not to step out of line."

Referring to the late national professor Anisuzzaman, thinker and researcher Prof Khan said: "Fascism was not only created by two daily newspapers. The editors of these ...