BBC faces leadership crisis and Trump’s $1 billion lawsuit over edited speech JournalismPakistan launches ‘Once Upon a Newsroom’ to preserve the legacy of The Muslim newspaper 44 Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza tents, report says UK journalist Sami Hamdi released from US immigration detention after visa revocation Serbian Journalists’ Association condemns attacks and threats against reporters Journalist murders in Europe: 32 unsolved cases undermine media freedom Press freedom and AI: Indian media at a crossroads ahead of National Press Day Pakistani media in turmoil as job cuts, censorship, and silence from unions deepen crisis Libya’s culture of impunity for crimes against journalists deepens as watchdogs demand justice Philippines court clears journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio in civil forfeiture case
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JournalismPakistan launches ‘Once Upon a Newsroom’ to preserve the legacy of The Muslim newspaper

JournalismPakistan launches ‘Once Upon a Newsroom’ to preserve the legacy of The Muslim newspaper

 Published 8 hours ago:  JournalismPakistan announces 'Once Upon a Newsroom', a storytelling series celebrating Pakistan’s newsroom heritage, beginning with The Muslim, the now-defunct independent daily from Islamabad.

Pakistani media in turmoil as job cuts, censorship, and silence from unions deepen crisis

Pakistani media in turmoil as job cuts, censorship, and silence from unions deepen crisis

 Published 2 days ago:  Pakistan’s media reels under layoffs, censorship, and union silence as journalists face attacks, fake news, and closures, deepening a nationwide media crisis.

JournalismPakistan unveils new tagline marking global expansion

JournalismPakistan unveils new tagline marking global expansion

 Published 3 days ago:  JournalismPakistan.com launches its new tagline, Linking Journalism Worldwide, reflecting global expansion beyond Pakistan with Asia, World, and Middle East coverage.

Veteran journalist Javed Iqbal Jaidi bids farewell after long health battle

Veteran journalist Javed Iqbal Jaidi bids farewell after long health battle

 Published 3 days ago:  Veteran journalist Javed Iqbal Jaidi passes away in Shorkot after a long illness. Friends remember his humor, humility, and lifelong dedication to journalism.

JournalismPakistan.com launches dedicated Middle East section to deepen regional media coverage

JournalismPakistan.com launches dedicated Middle East section to deepen regional media coverage

 Published 4 days ago:  JournalismPakistan.com launches a Middle East section to expand regional reporting. New coverage will follow JP’s editorial SOPs—verification, balanced sourcing, and two-stage review.

Russia slams Pakistan’s Frontier Post for ‘Western bias’; newspaper hits back

Russia slams Pakistan’s Frontier Post for ‘Western bias’; newspaper hits back

 Published 4 days ago:  Russia accuses Pakistan’s Frontier Post of anti-Russia bias; the paper defends press freedom and independence. A diplomatic clash over media narratives.

Javed Chaudhry signs off from Express News after 18 years on ‘Kal Tak’

Javed Chaudhry signs off from Express News after 18 years on ‘Kal Tak’

 Published 4 days ago:  Veteran journalist Javed Chaudhry bids farewell to Express News after 18 years on Kal Tak, marking the end of an era in Pakistani television journalism.

Why only Nukta, Mr. Minister? Media workers question government's selective support

Why only Nukta, Mr. Minister? Media workers question government's selective support

 Published 5 days ago:  Information Minister Attaullah Tarar’s job offer to Nukta staff draws criticism as hundreds of journalists across Pakistan face layoffs, salary delays, and job insecurity.

Information Minister Tarar announces jobs for all 37 laid-off Nukta employees

Information Minister Tarar announces jobs for all 37 laid-off Nukta employees

 Published 5 days ago:  Information Minister Attaullah Tarar announces jobs for 37 laid-off Nukta employees, saying they will be placed at digital platforms within 48 hours amid growing media uncertainty.

Faisal Chaudhry’s viral one-liner on G for Gharidah steals the show

Faisal Chaudhry’s viral one-liner on G for Gharidah steals the show

 Published 6 days ago:  PTI’s Faisal Chaudhry’s witty reply to Gharidah Farooqi on GTV’s “G for Gharidah” goes viral as a clip from their debate over the 27th Amendment sparks reactions online.

A digital dream falters: Nukta cuts 37 jobs in Pakistan after only one year

A digital dream falters: Nukta cuts 37 jobs in Pakistan after only one year

 Published 6 days ago:  Digital platform Nukta lays off 37 employees in Pakistan, including journalists and producers, highlighting the financial struggles facing new media ventures in a shrinking job market.

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Press freedom and AI: Indian media at a crossroads ahead of National Press Day

Press freedom and AI: Indian media at a crossroads ahead of National Press Day

 November 09, 2025:  Ahead of India’s National Press Day, experts urge the media to strengthen its role as democracy’s fourth pillar amid AI, social media, and freedom-of-expression challenges.

Philippines court clears journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio in civil forfeiture case

Philippines court clears journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio in civil forfeiture case

 November 08, 2025:  The Court of Appeals in the Philippines voided the civil forfeiture case against journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio and layworker Marielle Domequil, ruling that no proof linked them to the CPP-NPA.

Myanmar’s media crackdown deepens as UN, rights groups sound alarm

Myanmar’s media crackdown deepens as UN, rights groups sound alarm

 November 07, 2025:  UN and rights groups warn of escalating media repression in Myanmar, citing arrests, censorship, and digital surveillance that threaten to erase independent journalism.

CPJ urges probe after journalist Rana Ayyub receives death threats in India

CPJ urges probe after journalist Rana Ayyub receives death threats in India

 November 04, 2025:  Journalist Rana Ayyub receives death threats over calls demanding a column on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots as CPJ urges swift action to protect journalists in India.

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Middle East Journalism & Media
44 Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza tents, report says

44 Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza tents, report says

 November 11, 2025:  Report finds 44 Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza displacement tents, highlighting threats to media freedom and independent reporting since October 2023.

UK journalist Sami Hamdi released from US immigration detention after visa revocation

UK journalist Sami Hamdi released from US immigration detention after visa revocation

 November 11, 2025:  British journalist Sami Hamdi was released from US ICE detention after visa revocation, highlighting risks to cross-border journalism and press freedom.

Libya’s culture of impunity for crimes against journalists deepens as watchdogs demand justice

Libya’s culture of impunity for crimes against journalists deepens as watchdogs demand justice

 November 09, 2025:  Watchdogs warn that Libya’s impunity for attacks on journalists deepens, urging urgent reforms and protection for reporters amid rising threats and violence.

Iran tightens digital control with new wave of news site blockages

Iran tightens digital control with new wave of news site blockages

 November 07, 2025:  Iran has intensified online censorship, blocking independent news sites and social channels, sparking protests from journalist groups over the growing suppression of press freedom.

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World Media News
BBC faces leadership crisis and Trump’s $1 billion lawsuit over edited speech

BBC faces leadership crisis and Trump’s $1 billion lawsuit over edited speech

 November 11, 2025:  BBC reels from leadership resignations and Trump’s $1B lawsuit over an edited speech as outgoing chief Tim Davie rallies journalists to defend press freedom.

Serbian Journalists’ Association condemns attacks and threats against reporters

Serbian Journalists’ Association condemns attacks and threats against reporters

 November 11, 2025:  IJAS condemns rising attacks and threats against journalists in Serbia and calls for urgent investigations, police accountability, and stronger protection for media freedom.

Journalist murders in Europe: 32 unsolved cases undermine media freedom

Journalist murders in Europe: 32 unsolved cases undermine media freedom

 November 10, 2025:  In Europe, 32 of 51 journalist killings remain unresolved, exposing a crisis of impunity and threatening media freedom across the continent.

Moldovan journalist Mariana Rață receives death threat after interview

Moldovan journalist Mariana Rață receives death threat after interview

 November 04, 2025:  TV8 journalist Mariana Rata in Moldova receives a death threat after interviewing politician Renato Usatii on-air, raising concerns about journalist safety.

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Sports
PSL vs IPL: Franchise valuation gap reveals PCB's catastrophic mismanagement

PSL vs IPL: Franchise valuation gap reveals PCB's catastrophic mismanagement

 October 30, 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: Inside the psychological battle and classical crisis of Pakistan's cricket maestro

Babar Azam's form slump: Inside the psychological battle and classical crisis of Pakistan's cricket maestro

 October 29, 2025:  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's decline: From cricket's bright promise to bureaucratic mediocrity and franchise crisis

PSL's decline: From cricket's bright promise to bureaucratic mediocrity and franchise crisis

 October 25, 2025:  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.

Why Pakistan cricket is failing: 'Fiat Cannot Outrun Ferrari' — The science gap destroying Shaheen Afridi's generation

Why Pakistan cricket is failing: 'Fiat Cannot Outrun Ferrari' — The science gap destroying Shaheen Afridi's generation

 October 14, 2025:  Pakistan cricket's tragic decline: How systemic neglect and scientific ignorance destroyed Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and a generation of talent while rivals embraced biomechanics.

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Media Spotlight
JournalismPakistan.com: New look, new features

JournalismPakistan.com: New look, new features

 Discover the exciting relaunch of JournalismPakistan.com with a fresh layout and new features. Learn about the hard work of founder and editor Imran Naeem Ahmad, the website's resilience, and his vision to support the media industry.

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Journalism School
Your go-to guide for navigating the complex world of online media and journalism

Your go-to guide for navigating the complex world of online media and journalism

 June 23, 2024:  Explore the basics of online media and journalism, including digital platforms like news websites, social media, blogs, and podcasts. Learn how to navigate this landscape, distinguish credible sources from misinformation, and engage responsibly with content.

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Dr. Firdous slaps PPP's Qadir Mandokhel during TV show recording

Dr. Firdous slaps PPP's Qadir Mandokhel during TV show recording

 June 10, 2021:  A viral video shows Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan, Special Assistant to Chief Minister Punjab on Information, slapping PPP parliamentarian Qadir Khan Mandokhel during a heated argument on the talk show 'Kal Takk'. The incident sparks controversy as Dr. Awan alleges Mandokhel used offensive language, while criticism mounts over host Javed Chaudhry's handling of the situation.

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Media in the Digital Age
India proposes strict rules to label AI-generated media and deepfakes

India proposes strict rules to label AI-generated media and deepfakes

 October 30, 2025:  India’s government has proposed strict new rules mandating the labelling of AI-generated and deepfake media to curb misinformation and ensure content authenticity on social platforms.

Smaller websites see sharp traffic drops after Google AI search rollout

Smaller websites see sharp traffic drops after Google AI search rollout

 October 22, 2025:  Smaller websites are losing traffic as Google’s AI-powered search summaries rise. Studies show sharp drops in clicks and visibility for independent publishers.

The ethics of AI-generated news content: Balancing innovation and responsibility

The ethics of AI-generated news content: Balancing innovation and responsibility

 October 01, 2025:  Explore the ethics of AI-generated news. Learn how innovation, transparency, and accountability shape the future of journalism in the AI era.

The future of investigative reporting in a clickbait culture

The future of investigative reporting in a clickbait culture

 September 17, 2025:  Can investigative journalism survive clickbait culture? Explore the challenges, solutions, and future of reporting in the digital era.

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Women in Media
Senegal 7TV Director Maimouna Ndour Faye arrested in live broadcast raid

Senegal 7TV Director Maimouna Ndour Faye arrested in live broadcast raid

 October 30, 2025:  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 recurrence of ovarian cancer

CNN's Christiane Amanpour reveals recurrence of ovarian cancer

 October 26, 2025:  CNN’s Christiane Amanpour reveals her ovarian cancer has returned but says it’s being well-managed, urging greater awareness and early diagnosis.

Ishrat Fatima’s enduring voice rises above the noise of fake news

Ishrat Fatima’s enduring voice rises above the noise of fake news

 October 20, 2025:  Fake news falsely claimed Ishrat Fatima’s death, sparking outrage. Colleagues condemn digital misinformation and honor her enduring legacy.

Maleeha Hashmey alleges state harassment, travel ban, and SIM blocking

Maleeha Hashmey alleges state harassment, travel ban, and SIM blocking

 September 26, 2025:  Broadcast journalist Maleeha Hashmey alleges harassment in Pakistan, citing travel ban, frozen bank accounts, and SIM blocking amid growing concerns over press freedom.

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Al Jazeera Media Institute opens 2025 Global Journalism Fellowship

Al Jazeera Media Institute opens 2025 Global Journalism Fellowship

 November 09, 2025:  Apply now for the Al Jazeera Media Institute’s 2025 Fellowship, fully funded for journalists and researchers to advance global media innovation in Doha.

Pulitzer Center offers global grants for in-depth journalism

Pulitzer Center offers global grants for in-depth journalism

 November 05, 2025:  The Pulitzer Center is offering global reporting grants for journalists worldwide, funding high-impact projects on underreported issues with rolling applications in 2025.

 New York Times opens 2025 fellowship for emerging journalists

New York Times opens 2025 fellowship for emerging journalists

 October 29, 2025:  The New York Times is accepting applications for its 2025 fellowship, a one-year journalism training program for emerging reporters, editors, and visual journalists. Deadline: November 19, 2025.

Alfred Friendly launches 2026 fellowship for exiled journalists in America

Alfred Friendly launches 2026 fellowship for exiled journalists in America

 October 29, 2025:  Alfred Friendly Press Partners invites exiled journalists in the US to apply for its 2026 four-week fellowship offering training, support, and a $2,000 stipend.

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Journalists We LostA Chronicle
Land dispute suspected: Journalist Haroon Khan gunned down in Swabi

Land dispute suspected: Journalist Haroon Khan gunned down in Swabi

 October 12, 2017: Journalist Haroon Khan was gunned down by unidentified assailants outside his home in Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on October 12, 2017. He was returning home after prayers when two men on a motorbike attacked him. He was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead on arrival.

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Small dot, big questions

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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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. 

 

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'Surveyors' who came looking for journalist Zafar Naqvi

'Surveyors' who came looking for journalist Zafar Naqvi

 September 14, 2020: Zafar Naqvi, former senior content producer at ARY News, faced a third harassment attempt. Naqvi, previously abducted twice in April 2020 after commenting on high-profile stories, reported that men claiming to be surveyors visited his home.

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Dunya Media Group cuts more jobs

Dunya Media Group cuts more jobs

 October 01, 2019: Dunya Media Group has terminated over 80 employees from its Multan station, following similar layoffs in Lahore. The company plans to centralize operations with fewer staff. The move, which includes paying three months' salaries to laid-off employees, has faced condemnation from journalist unions and the IFJ.

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UK court fines ARY News £185,000 in libel case
UK court fines ARY News £185,000 in libel case

In December 2016, the UK High Court ruled that 24 ARY News programs defaming Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman were baseless, ordering the channel to broadcast the verdict and awarding £185,000 in damages.

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