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PFUJ concerned over rising coronavirus cases in media houses

 April 30, 2020: PFUJ raises alarms over the surge of coronavirus cases in media houses, demanding safety measures and compensation for affected journalists.

Report presents a grim media situation with 92 violations in 2019

 April 30, 2020: The Pakistan Press Freedom Report 2019-20 reveals 92 violations against journalists, highlighting severe risks across all provinces.

2019 a year of curbs and chokehold on media: HRCP

 April 30, 2020: The HRCP report highlights increasing restrictions on media in Pakistan throughout 2019, emphasizing severe press freedom challenges.

Ten City 42 employees contract coronavirus

 April 30, 2020: Ten employees of City 42 TV, including senior journalist Amir Raza Khan, have contracted coronavirus and are receiving treatment in Lahore.

PFUJ calls on government to respect press freedom

 April 30, 2020: PFUJ urges the government to uphold press freedom and citizens' rights to expression while addressing media workers' issues as Labour Day approaches.

Rs2 million grant for press clubs of merged KP districts

 April 30, 2020: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chief Minister allocates Rs2 million grant to enhance press clubs in merged districts, a step praised by local journalists.

Journalist brothers test positive for COVID-19 in Peshawar

 April 30, 2020: Two journalist brothers in Peshawar tested positive for COVID-19 after experiencing health issues, raising concerns in the media community.

Safety recommendations for journalists covering COVID-19 pandemic

 April 30, 2020: Reporters Without Borders and Freedom Network Pakistan issue 15 safety recommendations for journalists amidst rising COVID-19 cases in Pakistan.

Murder suspected in journalist hanging death

 April 30, 2020: Local journalist Saeed Qaisar was found dead in Phool Nagar, raising suspicions of murder and prompting calls for justice from the PFUJ.

PEMRA directs TV channels to pay staff salaries before Eid

 April 29, 2020: PEMRA has directed TV channels in Pakistan to pay their staff salaries before Eid-ul-Fitr, citing workers' rights and COVID-19 concerns.

Slain journalist Hayatullah's family seeks judicial commission's findings

 April 28, 2020: The family of slain journalist Hayatullah Khan is petitioning the Peshawar High Court for the judicial commission's findings on his murder.

Iran arrests two journalists

 April 28, 2020: Iran has arrested journalists Masoud Heydari and Hamid Haghjoo over a cartoon mocking leaders' COVID-19 response, resulting in international outcry.

Shibli Faraz appointed information minister; Asim Bajwa in, Firdous out

 April 27, 2020: Prime Minister Imran Khan appoints Shibli Faraz as information minister and Asim Saleem Bajwa as special assistant on information and broadcasting.

News channels asked to ensure safety of staff against coronavirus

 April 27, 2020: Islamabad's district administration mandates news channels to ensure staff safety against COVID-19 through strict adherence to health guidelines.

PFUJ condemns fake cases against journalists in Sindh

 April 27, 2020: The PFUJ condemns the Sindh Police's harassment of journalists through fake cases, urging immediate investigation into the matter.

ARY closes Islamabad office after eight employees test positive for COVID-19

 April 27, 2020: ARY News has closed its Islamabad office after eight employees tested positive for COVID-19, with all staff required to stay home during testing.

Senior journalist Zafar Rasheed Bhatti dies of coronavirus

 April 27, 2020: Senior journalist Zafar Rasheed Bhatti has passed away after a prolonged battle with coronavirus, highlighting the ongoing impact of the pandemic.

Editor-in-chief attacked in India

 April 27, 2020: Arnab Goswami and his wife were attacked in Mumbai, prompting condemnation from the International Federation of Journalists and local unions.

PFUJ concerned over government's tactics against regional papers

 April 25, 2020: PFUJ raises alarm over government's tactics that threaten regional newspapers, putting thousands of jobs at risk in Pakistan's media industry.

APP offices sealed after employee tests positive for COVID-19

 April 25, 2020: APP offices in Islamabad were sealed for three days after an employee tested positive for COVID-19, raising concerns among the journalist community.

FN welcomes move to challenge the verdict in Daniel Pearl case

 April 24, 2020: The Freedom Network supports the Sindh government's decision to challenge the verdict in the Daniel Pearl murder case at the Supreme Court of Pakistan.

Cricket commentator A R Zaidi passes away

 April 24, 2020: Renowned cricket commentator A R Zaidi passed away at the age of 62 due to cardiac arrest, leaving behind a legacy in sports commentary.

Nadeem Malik says he and his team test negative for coronavirus

 April 23, 2020: Nadeem Malik and his team tested negative for COVID-19, but an insider revealed that a cameraman tested positive after Faisal Edhi's appearance.

92 News Media Group set to launch Balochistan Times

 April 22, 2020: Balochistan Times, a new newspaper by 92 News Media Group, will soon launch with 16 pages and headquarters in Islamabad.

Politician charges media under Digital Security Act in Bangladesh

 April 22, 2020: A politician in Bangladesh files charges against media workers under the Digital Security Act over COVID-19 relief rice misappropriation reports.

Over 50 journalists test positive for COVID-19 in Mumbai

 April 21, 2020: Over 50 journalists in Mumbai have tested positive for COVID-19, raising concerns as numbers may increase further.

Police probe two journalists in Indian-occupied Kashmir

 April 21, 2020: Police in Indian-occupied Kashmir are investigating two journalists, prompting concerns over press freedom and harassment of media professionals.

Facebook and Google to pay for media content in Australia

 April 20, 2020: Australia's legislation will require Facebook and Google to compensate media organizations for using their content, a move welcomed by industry groups.

KhUJ condemns arrest of journalist in Mardan

 April 20, 2020: KhUJ condemns the arrest of journalist Lutfullah Lutaf in Mardan, highlighting concerns over media suppression and attacks on press freedom.

G News bureau chief arrested for covering lockdown violations

 April 20, 2020: G News Bureau Chief Arsalan Ahmed was arrested while reporting on lockdown violations, raising concerns over media freedom in Peshawar.

Sixth anniversary of attack on Hamid Mir, findings of judicial commission still awaited

 April 19, 2020: The sixth anniversary of the attack on journalist Hamid Mir highlights the ongoing demand for the release of the judicial commission's findings.

AEMEND concerned over closure of news channel, pay cuts in media houses

 April 18, 2020: AEMEND raises alarms over a news channel's closure and salary cuts in media houses, affecting journalist livelihoods amidst the pandemic.

Submissions open for AIPS Media Awards 2020

 April 17, 2020: Submissions for the AIPS Media Awards 2020 are now open, recognizing outstanding sports storytelling across various media platforms.

Trump's attacks on the credibility of the press are dangerously effective

 April 16, 2020: A report reveals how Trump's administration has effectively undermined the media's credibility, affecting public trust and global press freedom.

Thousands protest against the treatment of The Wire editor in India

 April 16, 2020: Thousands protest against the Uttar Pradesh government's criminal charges against The Wire editor Siddharth Varadarajan amid concerns for press freedom.

Veteran journalist Shahid-ur-Rehman passes away

 April 16, 2020: Veteran journalist Shahid-ur-Rehman, prominent for his work in economics and finance, passed away at 74, leaving a significant legacy in Pakistani journalism.

Hassan Sardar joins 23 News as managing director

 April 15, 2020: Hassan Sardar joins 23 News as managing director to enhance its media presence and lead new initiatives in the industry.

Malaysia implements 'stern action' against online media

 April 15, 2020: Malaysia's authorities to take action against online media spreading misleading news amid rising Covid-19 cases and concerns over press freedom.

PFUJ condemns usurping of employees' gratuity and dues by Business Recorder

 April 15, 2020: PFUJ condemns Business Recorder for dismissing journalists and withholding their gratuity and salaries, urging for immediate resolution.

Nusrat Javeed commits blunder, apologizes

 April 15, 2020: Journalist Nusrat Javeed apologizes for mistakenly declaring PPP leader N. D. Khan deceased in his column, correcting his error swiftly.

Attorney general rejects Geo TV's reporting of his remarks

 April 15, 2020: Attorney General Khalid Jawed Khan disputes Geo TV's interpretation of his remarks about Prime Minister Imran Khan's integrity amid COVID-19 discussions.

PFUJ pays tributes to Ahfaz ur Rehman, announces three-day mourning

 April 12, 2020: Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists mourns the passing of veteran journalist Ahfaz ur Rehman with a three-day mourning period announced nationwide.

PFUJ condemns closure of AAP News

 April 11, 2020: PFUJ condemns the sudden closure of AAP News TV by Malik Riaz, highlighting job losses and the impact on media workers during tough times.

AAP News shuts down

 April 11, 2020: AAP News (Urdu) Television has announced its closure, citing legal and technical issues while ensuring employees are compensated.

PFUJ demands immediate arrest of journalist Aziz Memon's killers

 April 10, 2020: PFUJ demands the immediate arrest of those responsible for journalist Aziz Memon's murder in Sindh, emphasizing a judicial inquiry.

Media workers salaries slashed in Thailand

 April 06, 2020: Nation Multimedia Group in Thailand has slashed employee salaries amid the Covid-19 downturn, prompting condemnation from the IFJ.

Former APP journalist contracts coronavirus

 April 06, 2020: Former APP journalist Zafar Rasheed Bhatti has contracted coronavirus and is currently on a ventilator amid a troubling situation for media workers in Pakistan.

Issues critical to people's lives get little space in news media: study

 April 06, 2020: A study reveals that critical issues like health and education receive minimal coverage in Pakistan's mainstream media, often only during crises.

Algeria jails journalist for 'concealment of equipment' during protests

 April 06, 2020: A journalist in Algeria has been sentenced to eight months in jail for providing protest images to foreign media amid ongoing government crackdowns.

SAMDEN protests actions against Mir Shakil-ur-Rahman and The Wire

 April 04, 2020: South Asian media professionals protest against actions targeting journalist Mir Shakil-ur-Rahman and The Wire, calling for media freedom.

Man accused of killing journalist Daniel Pearl to stay in prison

 April 04, 2020: The Sindh Provincial Government orders Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh to stay in prison, ensuring public safety amidst legal proceedings regarding Daniel Pearl's murder.

IFJ campaign highlights Kashmir's ongoing internet controls

 April 04, 2020: The IFJ and SAMSN campaign highlights ongoing internet controls in Kashmir, affecting media and communications amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Iraqi regulator suspends Reuters' license for three months over COVID-19 report

 April 03, 2020: Iraqi authorities suspend Reuters' license for three months over a COVID-19 report, urging restoration of media freedom in the country.

PFUJ concerned over ruling in Daniel Pearl murder case

 April 02, 2020: PFUJ expresses concern over the Sindh High Court's decision to commute the death sentence of a key suspect in Daniel Pearl's murder case.

Justice denied: CPJ disappointed over court decision in Daniel Pearl case

 April 02, 2020: The CPJ expresses disappointment over the Sindh High Court's decision to overturn convictions in the Daniel Pearl murder case.

IFJ expresses concern over journalist Sajid Hussain's disappearance in Sweden

 April 02, 2020: The International Federation of Journalists calls for an investigation into the disappearance of Pakistani journalist Sajid Hussain in Sweden.

Court overturns Briton's death sentence for Daniel Pearl murder

 April 02, 2020: A court has overturned the death sentence of Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh for the murder of journalist Daniel Pearl, reducing it to seven years.

Journalists visiting quarantine centers to get protective kits

 April 02, 2020: The government will provide protective kits to journalists visiting quarantine centers to ensure their safety in reporting the COVID-19 pandemic.

IFJ, SEAJU concerned over authoritarian clampdown in Southeast Asia

 April 01, 2020: IFJ and SEAJU express concern over growing authoritarian measures affecting journalists in Southeast Asia amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mexican journalists protest over colleague's murder

 April 01, 2020: Mexican journalists protested against the murder of their colleague Maria Elena Ferral, demanding justice in a perilous environment for the press.

Iran bans printing of all newspapers citing spread of coronavirus

 April 01, 2020: Iran has banned all newspaper printing and distribution to curb the spread of coronavirus, raising concerns over media freedom and access to information.