— A Turkish court has acquitted four journalists arrested during Istanbul’s 2025 protests, a rare legal win for press freedom but a warning about chronic risks for reporters covering demonstrations.
— Journalist Sohrab Barkatt was detained at Islamabad Airport despite a court order removing his name from the PNIL, raising concerns about rule-of-law gaps and media freedoms.
— AI-generated videos are rapidly transforming political communication, raising concerns over misinformation, verification challenges, and evolving regulatory responses across major digital platforms.
— GIJN has opened submissions for the 2026 Sigma Awards, inviting journalists worldwide to submit their best data journalism projects published in 2025.
— Najam Sethi will host a new prime-time show on Dunya News following his departure from Samaa TV, signaling a key move in Pakistan’s competitive media landscape.
— Former Global Times editor urges restraint in China’s state media coverage of Japan, highlighting censorship, social media deletions, and challenges for independent journalism.
— UN experts raise alarm over Kashmir crackdown, citing mass arrests, media restrictions, and social media blocks that threaten journalists and freedom of expression.
— Two Australian 15-year-olds have filed a High Court challenge to block the upcoming under-16 social media ban, arguing it violates constitutional protections for political communication and digital participation.
— Shalimar Recording and Broadcasting Company (SRBC) will cease operations and terminate all personnel by Nov 30, 2025, as ordered under court-supervised liquidation, affecting hundreds of employees.
— Investigative journalism is evolving with AI, data visualization, and open-source intelligence, giving reporters advanced tools to uncover complex stories and improve reporting accuracy.
— IFJ warns that global extremism and far-right movements increasingly threaten women journalists, with online harassment, violence, and discrimination rising worldwide.
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— Journalist Sohrab Barkatt was detained at Islamabad Airport despite a court order removing his name from the PNIL, raising concerns about rule-of-law gaps and media freedoms.
— Najam Sethi will host a new prime-time show on Dunya News following his departure from Samaa TV, signaling a key move in Pakistan’s competitive media landscape.
— Shalimar Recording and Broadcasting Company (SRBC) will cease operations and terminate all personnel by Nov 30, 2025, as ordered under court-supervised liquidation, affecting hundreds of employees.
— Two Lahore-based digital journalists went missing after covering the alleged by-election irregularities, with colleagues alleging police involvement and no court appearance reported.
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— Former Global Times editor urges restraint in China’s state media coverage of Japan, highlighting censorship, social media deletions, and challenges for independent journalism.
— UN experts raise alarm over Kashmir crackdown, citing mass arrests, media restrictions, and social media blocks that threaten journalists and freedom of expression.
— A Tamil Nadu politician is booked for allegedly threatening a journalist at a public event, raising concerns over press safety and the growing intimidation of reporters in India.
— Malaysia plans to bar under-16s from social media in 2026, introducing mandatory eKYC age checks for platforms amid debate over privacy, enforcement, and child online safety.
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— A Turkish court has acquitted four journalists arrested during Istanbul’s 2025 protests, a rare legal win for press freedom but a warning about chronic risks for reporters covering demonstrations.
— Gaza journalist Motasem Dalloul faced false accusations after X location tags circulated online, highlighting verification challenges and digital risks for reporters in conflict zones.
— New account location labels on X are changing how Middle East reporting is verified, prompting newsrooms to refine workflows and manage rising audience expectations.
— A Houthi-controlled court in Sanaa has sentenced 17 people to death for allegedly spying for foreign states, raising urgent media safety concerns in Yemen.
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— Two Australian 15-year-olds have filed a High Court challenge to block the upcoming under-16 social media ban, arguing it violates constitutional protections for political communication and digital participation.
— A new BIRN report finds 1,440 digital‑rights violations across Southeast Europe, highlighting growing AI‑driven abuse, surveillance, and threats to press freedom.
— The Associated Press returns to court challenging White House limits on press access, raising national questions about First Amendment protections and how governments regulate journalists' entry.
— U.S.-funded broadcaster RFE/RL is ending operations in Hungary after funding cuts, raising concerns over press freedom and independent media in the country.
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— 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.
— Babar Azam's form slump reveals a psychological battle between classical artistry and modern cricket demands. Inside the mind of Pakistan's maestro, struggling to rediscover flow.
— PSL faces a crisis as the Multan Sultans dispute escalates while the RCB sale rumors swirl. Inside cricket's biggest franchise controversies and valuation battles.
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— AI-generated videos are rapidly transforming political communication, raising concerns over misinformation, verification challenges, and evolving regulatory responses across major digital platforms.
— Investigative journalism is evolving with AI, data visualization, and open-source intelligence, giving reporters advanced tools to uncover complex stories and improve reporting accuracy.
— Newsrooms are testing human-in-the-loop AI editing to boost speed while preserving accuracy, oversight, and trust. Here is how editorial workflows and responsibilities are being redefined in 2025.
— Journalists should brace for both safety risks and new verification tools after X’s 'About This Account' feature begins to disclose the location of user accounts.
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— IFJ warns that global extremism and far-right movements increasingly threaten women journalists, with online harassment, violence, and discrimination rising worldwide.
— Fiona O’Brien named CPJ Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia, strengthening press freedom advocacy amid rising global threats to journalists.
— CDEPS and CPJ condemn the arrest of 7TV’s Maimouna Ndour Faye and other journalists in a late October crackdown on Senegalese media over interviews with a wanted politician.
— CNN’s Christiane Amanpour reveals her ovarian cancer has returned but says it’s being well-managed, urging greater awareness and early diagnosis.
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— 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.
— The Poynter Institute announces its 2026 Leadership Academy for Women in Media, empowering 40 participants to lead and innovate in global journalism.
— Apply now for the Al Jazeera Media Institute’s 2025 Fellowship, fully funded for journalists and researchers to advance global media innovation in Doha.
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— Sahib Khan, a senior reporter at the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) in Karachi, accuses his bureau chief of pressuring him to retract allegations of discrimination based on religion. Khan claims he was barred from using the same utensils and drinking water as Muslim colleagues after they discovered his Hindu faith.
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— Daily Jang reported an attempted break-in at the home of Saleem Safi, host of Geo News' program Jirga. The incident occurred on Nazimuddin Road, Islamabad, and involved the injury of the security guard. The attackers fled, taking the magazine of a 7mm gun.
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— The Pakistan Today management asks three reporters and two sub-editors at its Karachi center to resign, citing ongoing financial challenges. This follows earlier layoffs and resignations within the organization, reflecting instability in the media industry.
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Pakistan Television, which started broadcasting in 1964, transitioned from black-and-white to color in 1976. By the late 1980s, PTV launched its morning transmission, which quickly expanded to a 24-hour schedule. Known for its excellence in programming, PTV has been a pioneer in the country's media landscape.
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— Taimoor Abbas, a 22-year-old assistant cameraman with Samaa TV, was fatally shot on February 12, 2017, when unidentified gunmen attacked the channel's news-gathering van in Karachi. The assailants, opened fire on the vehicle, critically injuring Abbas with wounds to his head and chest. Despite being rushed to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, he succumbed to his injuries.
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Janu Journalism highlights Nukta layoffs. See our mascot question Nuqtachini and discover the humor behind the headlines. A witty take on Pakistan’s digital media scene. Laugh, think, and share the satire.
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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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