— Senior journalist Matiullah Jan criticizes journalist union leadership at an Islamabad conference, calling for reform, youth inclusion, and a stronger collective response to Pakistan’s media crisis.
— Information Minister Attaullah Tarar says the government allocated 86 crore in ads to Dawn Media Group, stressing transparency and that media groups manage employee payments.
— A reflective analysis on how journalists moving from the newsroom to the boardroom face cultural, emotional, and ethical shifts while balancing management duties and journalistic values.
— Thailand hosts a global initiative in Bangkok to combat online scams, bringing together governments and tech platforms, including Meta and TikTok, to enhance cross-border cooperation and public protection efforts.
— UK editors warn that plans to reduce daily Downing Street briefings could weaken press scrutiny and democratic accountability, raising concerns over access and transparency.
— Bangladesh protests continued Friday after attacks on major Dhaka newsrooms, forcing media shutdowns and evacuations, raising press freedom concerns ahead of the 2026 elections.
— Islamabad court approves post-arrest bail for journalist Sohrab Barkat in a case linked to controversial videos and tweets filed by the National Cyber Crime Agency.
— Israeli journalists convene in Tel Aviv to oppose proposed government measures they warn could undermine press freedom, media independence, and the operating environment for newsrooms.
— The UAE issued a federal decree law establishing the National Media Authority, merging existing media bodies to unify policy, oversee content standards, and regulate media under Cabinet authority.
— JournalismPakistan cofounder Stephen Webb releases Dusk, a poetic memoir blending memory and myth, reflecting on Punjab villages, faith, and belonging shaped by decades in journalism.
— Protests in Dhaka saw mobs storm and torch Prothom Alo and The Daily Star offices, trapping journalists inside and raising fresh concerns over press safety ahead of elections.
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— Senior journalist Matiullah Jan criticizes journalist union leadership at an Islamabad conference, calling for reform, youth inclusion, and a stronger collective response to Pakistan’s media crisis.
— Information Minister Attaullah Tarar says the government allocated 86 crore in ads to Dawn Media Group, stressing transparency and that media groups manage employee payments.
— Islamabad court approves post-arrest bail for journalist Sohrab Barkat in a case linked to controversial videos and tweets filed by the National Cyber Crime Agency.
— JournalismPakistan cofounder Stephen Webb releases Dusk, a poetic memoir blending memory and myth, reflecting on Punjab villages, faith, and belonging shaped by decades in journalism.
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— Thailand hosts a global initiative in Bangkok to combat online scams, bringing together governments and tech platforms, including Meta and TikTok, to enhance cross-border cooperation and public protection efforts.
— Bangladesh protests continued Friday after attacks on major Dhaka newsrooms, forcing media shutdowns and evacuations, raising press freedom concerns ahead of the 2026 elections.
— Protests in Dhaka saw mobs storm and torch Prothom Alo and The Daily Star offices, trapping journalists inside and raising fresh concerns over press safety ahead of elections.
— Myanmar freelance reporter Sut Ring Pan sentenced to 13 years for reporting on the military ahead of elections, highlighting press freedom challenges and journalist detentions
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— Israeli journalists convene in Tel Aviv to oppose proposed government measures they warn could undermine press freedom, media independence, and the operating environment for newsrooms.
— The UAE issued a federal decree law establishing the National Media Authority, merging existing media bodies to unify policy, oversee content standards, and regulate media under Cabinet authority.
— Iranian editor Majid Beiranvand has been sentenced to prison and internal exile, highlighting growing pressure on regional journalists and the use of criminal penalties to curb provincial reporting.
— Human Rights Watch updates warn that attacks on civilian infrastructure in Lebanon and frontline areas are increasing risks for journalists, complicating access, verification, and newsroom safety planning.
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— UK editors warn that plans to reduce daily Downing Street briefings could weaken press scrutiny and democratic accountability, raising concerns over access and transparency.
— Reporting examines how confrontational freelance videographers covering asylum hotel protests are reshaping local news sourcing, safety, and editorial practices in the United Kingdom.
— The global media spotlight growing political pressure on the BBC, highlighting risks to editorial independence, funding debates, and wider implications for public service journalism worldwide.
— RSF and partners say they uncovered a previously undocumented Android spyware, ResidentBat, on a seized phone of a Belarusian journalist, highlighting digital surveillance risks to media.
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— Brighton’s ban on Guardian journalists after critical reporting raises press freedom concerns and highlights growing tensions between sports institutions and independent news outlets in the UK.
— Dr. Nauman Niaz owns the world's largest private sports memorabilia collection. From Bradman's bats to Ali's gloves, explore rare cricket and sports treasures.
— Retired banker Afzal Ahmad chronicles 77 years of Pakistan cricket through rare memorabilia in a new book that preserves the nation's sporting heritage from 1948 to 2025.
— PSL franchise fees lag far behind IPL's USD 18.5B valuation as Pakistan Cricket Board's bureaucratic grip stifles growth. Hard numbers expose a stark reality.
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— Thailand hosts a global initiative in Bangkok to combat online scams, bringing together governments and tech platforms, including Meta and TikTok, to enhance cross-border cooperation and public protection efforts.
— Pakistan’s information minister warns AI is disrupting advertising jobs and invites proposals to protect creative professionals, signaling an early policy debate on AI and employment.
— Pakistan plans to launch the BEEP secure messaging app for government officials by June 2026, modeled on WeChat, with end-to-end encryption and oversight by NITB.
— Washington Post launches an AI-personalized podcast that permits user customization but faces staff and industry criticism over accuracy mistakes and journalistic integrity in early rollout.
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— Myanmar freelance reporter Sut Ring Pan sentenced to 13 years for reporting on the military ahead of elections, highlighting press freedom challenges and journalist detentions
— Journalist Yalda Hakim says a second AI deepfake video falsely portraying her reporting has circulated online, highlighting growing risks of misinformation targeting journalists in Pakistan.
— GTV News announces the ceremonial appointment of senior anchor Gharidah Farooqi as Vice President, citing her professionalism, credibility, and contributions to Pakistani television journalism.
— Widow of slain journalist Arshad Sharif says harassment is escalating in Islamabad as she seeks justice, citing slow investigations and renewed safety concerns after court findings.
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— The Rainforest Reporting Grant offers rolling, project-based funding for journalists covering tropical forests, biodiversity, Indigenous rights, and environmental issues across three global regions.
— The Fund for Investigative Journalism has opened its 2026 grant cycle, offering support for investigative reporters through regular, seed, follow-up, and diversity-focused grant programs.
— GIJN has opened submissions for the 2026 Sigma Awards, inviting journalists worldwide to submit their best data journalism projects published in 2025.
— WAN-IFRA’s 2026 Digital Media Awards introduce a unified global process, streamlining entries and timelines to honor outstanding digital journalism across all regions fairly.
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— A glimpse into the indispensable role of office tea boys in South Asian and Gulf newsrooms, as experienced by a veteran journalist. From their multi-faceted duties to personal anecdotes, this piece highlights their remarkable contributions and memorable stories.
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— Discover what it takes to become an anchor or reporter in the media industry. Understand the essential skills, education requirements, and the reality of journalism careers, separating myths from facts.
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— Media outlets run investigative journalist Asad Kharal's images while reporting on the arrest of a namesake in Sindh. Channel 5 Television and Dunya newspaper link Kharal to a different individual arrested by paramilitary Rangers in Hyderabad. The news organizations apologize and Kharal cautions against solely relying on sources like Google for reporting.
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— Politicians and journalist unions condemn an attack on Dunya News reporter Munawwar Allam in Karachi. PFUJ calls for countrywide protests, urging government action to ensure journalist safety and press freedom.
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— Electronic media watchdog PEMRA has served notice on Jaag TV for allegedly forcing senior journalist Muhammad Naeem Khan to resign following the channel's takeover. Khan claims the new management is firing staff without legal formalities and seeks reinstatement.
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The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) country report on Pakistan, reveals that over 300 media personnel faced state repression aimed at quelling dissent in the past year with at least eight charged for alleged sedition, terrorism, and incitement to violence. The report was published on World Press Freedom Day, May 3.
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— The body of Baloch journalist Abdul Razzak Baloch, missing since March 24, 2013, is identified by his family. Found mutilated in Karachi's Mangopir area on August 23, 2013, a slip in his pocket aided identification. Razzak, a copy editor for the pro-Baloch nationalist newspaper Daily Tawar, was last seen in Lyari. His family previously accused intelligence agencies of his abduction.
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Janu Journalism’s latest toon skewers Dawn’s ad ban, power, and money with sharp satire. See the caged bird and flour bag politics.
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<p>ISLAMABAD, October 2, 2025: Islamabad Police stormed the National Press Club, attacking journalists and damaging their cameras and equipment while dispersing a protest staged nearby. The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) and other media bodies condemned the attack and termed it an act of terrorism. </p>
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