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Swat deputy commissioner reverses decision, orders release of journalist Fayyaz Zafar

 August 31, 2023: The Deputy Commissioner of Swat reverses the decision to imprison journalist Fayyaz Zafar, ordering his release amid widespread condemnation.

Minister Murtaza Solangi's U-turn on freedom of expression draws criticism

 August 29, 2023: Minister Murtaza Solangi faces backlash for contradictions in his views on freedom of expression, raising questions about his journalistic integrity.

Pakistan Today sued for defamation over Jehangir Siddiqui story

 August 29, 2023: Pakistan Today faces a defamation lawsuit from JS Bank over a story about Jehangir Siddiqui's banking acquisitions, highlighting press freedom issues.

Unsolved Disappearance: 100 days since journalist Imran Riaz Khan went missing

 August 19, 2023: The CPJ urges Pakistan to reveal journalist Imran Riaz Khan's whereabouts, marking 100 days since his disappearance amid a media crackdown.

Sami Ibrahim announces departure from BOL TV as new management takes charge

 August 18, 2023: Sami Ibrahim announces his departure from BOL TV amid new management taking control, revealing insights into the channel's future.

From Media to Ministry: Murtaza Solangi's new chapter begins

 August 18, 2023: Murtaza Solangi has officially taken oath as the federal minister for information and broadcasting in Pakistan, marking a significant career transition.

Police arrest two prime accused in journalist Jan Muhammad's killing

 August 17, 2023: Police have arrested two key suspects in the murder of journalist Jan Muhammad Mahar, shot dead on August 13, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.

Erasing History: Imran Khan excluded from PCB's cricket legends video, stirring anger

 August 15, 2023: The exclusion of Imran Khan from PCB's cricket legends video on Independence Day sparks outrage among journalists and fans alike.

14 journalists to receive civil awards

 August 15, 2023: Fourteen journalists to receive civil awards from the government of Pakistan on March 23, 2024 for their outstanding contributions to journalism.

Shaheen Sehbai and Moeed Pirzada challenge PEMRA ban

 August 15, 2023: Veteran journalists Shaheen Sehbai and Moeed Pirzada contest PEMRA's ban, filing a legal notice to withdraw the restriction on their media presence.

Journalist Jan Mohammad's murder exposes threats to media personnel

 August 14, 2023: Journalist Jan Mohammad's murder highlights the increasing threats faced by media personnel in Pakistan, a country deemed dangerous for journalists.

PEMRA bans mention of 11 proclaimed offenders including renowned journalists

 August 13, 2023: PEMRA bans media from mentioning 11 proclaimed offenders, including notable journalists and politicians, sparking controversy in Pakistan.

Shaheen Sehbai calls out PDM's self-glorifying ads, demands politicians pay up

 August 11, 2023: Shaheen Sehbai condemns the outgoing PDM government's self-promotional ads and urges political leaders to cover the costs from their own pockets.

Invisible hand at play: Journalist exposes ban on coverage of explosive Intercept report in Pakistan

 August 10, 2023: A journalist reveals a ban on Pakistani media from covering The Intercept's report on the cipher related to Imran Khan's ousting.

Authors of Intercept cipher story deny NYT correspondent's allegations on PTI involvement

 August 10, 2023: Authors of The Intercept story rebut New York Times claims linking PTI to leaked diplomatic cipher involving Imran Khan's government change.

Last-day twist: Pakistan passes amended media regulatory bill amidst controversy

 August 09, 2023: Pakistan's National Assembly and Senate hastily passed the controversial media regulatory bill, raising concerns over press freedom and expression.

Ten-year-old video shows Perrier water, not alcohol: Najam Sethi

 August 09, 2023: Najam Sethi clarifies that a ten-year-old video shows him with Perrier water, not alcohol, amidst recent misinformation.

PDM government withdraws controversial PEMRA Amendment Bill amid stakeholder opposition

 August 07, 2023: The PDM government has retracted the controversial PEMRA Amendment Bill following widespread opposition from stakeholders and media organizations.

Iftikhar A Khan elected president of Employees Union Dawn Islamabad

 August 04, 2023: Iftikhar A Khan has been elected president of Employees Union Dawn Islamabad for the 2023-2025 term, leading key organizational changes.