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KP Police arrest alleged killer of VOA correspondent

 December 31, 2014: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police arrest Irfan Khurasani, the alleged killer of VOA correspondent Mukarram Khan Aatif, along with two accomplices in Charsadda.

IFJ says Pakistan most dangerous country for journalists

 December 31, 2014: The IFJ declares Pakistan as the most dangerous nation for journalists, citing a surge in violence and impunity for crimes against media workers.

2014 the worst in a decade for journalists: PFUJ

 December 31, 2014: PFUJ declares 2014 the worst year in a decade for journalists, with 14 lives claimed amidst rampant violence and lack of accountability.

Farhan Shabbir joins BOL News

 December 31, 2014: Farhan Muhammad Shabbir, formerly of ARY News, joins BOL News as senior content manager and anchorperson, enhancing the channel's editorial team.

Fox, Sky and some others wrapping up Pakistan operations

 December 31, 2014: NayaTel subscribers will lose access to channels like Fox News and Sky News in Pakistan starting January 1, as these channels cease operations.

Geo apologizes for hate speech on Aamir Liaquat show

 December 30, 2014: Geo Television apologized for anti-Ahmadi remarks during Aamir Liaquat's show, acknowledging a breach of conduct and promoting tolerance.

Arshad Ansari stays LPC President

 December 30, 2014: Arshad Ansari was re-elected as President of the Lahore Press Club, earning 989 votes in a decisive victory over Najam Ali Khan.

PEMRA, broadcasters asked to devise strategy to air public service messages

 December 30, 2014: PEMRA and broadcasters are urged to ensure 10% of TV programming is allocated to public service messages, addressing key issues in media strategy.

Ex-Dawn staffer Sulaiman Meenai passes away

 December 29, 2014: Sulaiman A. Meenai, esteemed journalist and ex-Dawn staffer, passed away at 85 in Karachi after a brief illness, leaving a legacy of impactful editorials.

Capital TV set to launch website

 December 29, 2014: Capital TV will launch its new website in January, offering a unique blend of news, features, blogs, and opinion articles.

Shahryar Khan re-elected NPC President

 December 28, 2014: Shahryar Khan has been re-elected as President of the National Press Club Islamabad, leading the Journalist Panel to victory in the annual elections.

The Democrats sweep Karachi Press Club polls

 December 28, 2014: The Democrats won all positions in the Karachi Press Club elections, with Fazil Jamili elected as president and a strong voter turnout.

Government's strong message to terrorists through TV ads

 December 26, 2014: The government sends a resolute message against terrorism through strong television ads, emphasizing unity and commitment to a terrorism-free Pakistan.

Lahore Press Club prepares for polls

 December 26, 2014: Lahore Press Club is set to hold its annual elections on December 29, featuring a contest between the Journalist Panel and Progressive Panel.

BOL hires former Geo bureau chief

 December 25, 2014: Faysal Aziz Khan, the former bureau chief of Geo News, has joined BOL News as senior executive vice president, enhancing BOL's media presence.

For 79% Pakistanis TV news channels main source of info: survey

 December 24, 2014: According to a Gallup Pakistan survey, 79% of Pakistanis rely on TV news channels as their primary source of information for national and international news.

A media gone berserk

 December 24, 2014: The Pakistani media's irresponsible coverage of traumatic events often endangers citizens' lives and overlooks ethical responsibilities.

Karachi Press Club polls on December 27

 December 24, 2014: Karachi Press Club will conduct its annual elections on December 27, with two panels competing for key positions.

Work-related: 60 journos killed worldwide in 2014, among them three Pakistanis: CPJ

 December 24, 2014: In 2014, 60 journalists were killed globally, including three from Pakistan, with Syria being the deadliest country for the press.

Minister says media should blacklist terrorists

 December 24, 2014: Federal Interior Minister urges media to blacklist terrorists and create a code of conduct to curb the misuse of media by extremist groups.

Taliban threaten media of dire consequences

 December 22, 2014: Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan threatens media over coverage refusal, accusing them of ignoring militant casualties and warns of dire consequences.

Six elected NPC office-bearers unopposed

 December 22, 2014: Six office-bearers of the National Press Club were elected unopposed as main opposition groups boycotted the annual elections.

NewsOne journalist survives attack by gunmen, wife critically injured

 December 22, 2014: Zeeshan Shamsi, a NewsOne journalist, survives a gun attack while his wife is critically injured in Sialkot, prompting nationwide condemnation.

Journalists protest attack on NewsOne reporter, boycott Senate proceedings

 December 22, 2014: Journalists in Islamabad protest the attack on NewsOne reporter Zeeshan Shamsi, demanding justice and a strategy for journalist safety!

Asad Kharal to host investigative program on ARY Television

 December 22, 2014: Asad Kharal joins ARY News as an investigative anchor, set to launch a prime time show focused on corruption and governance issues starting January 1.

Afghan journalist wounded in French center attack dies

 December 21, 2014: An Afghan journalist wounded in a suicide attack at a French cultural center in Kabul has died after 10 days in a coma.

Herald going weekly?

 December 21, 2014: Dawn Media Group plans to transform its monthly magazine Herald into a weekly edition while considering online subscription options.

#NoAirTimeforTaliban: Outrage on social media

 December 19, 2014: Social media outrage escalates against Taliban apologists in Pakistan after Peshawar school massacre, calling for action from the government and media.

Iraq PM drops lawsuits against journalists

 December 18, 2014: Iraq's PM Haider al-Abadi has ordered the withdrawal of lawsuits against journalists, promoting freedom of expression in the media sector.

IFJ condemns deaths of five Syrian journalists

 December 18, 2014: The IFJ has condemned the deaths of five Syrian journalists in December, highlighting the dangers they face while reporting in conflict zones.

220 journalists in jail around the world

 December 18, 2014: A report reveals that 220 journalists are imprisoned globally, highlighting a worrying trend of rising authoritarianism in multiple countries.

News 92 signs up Ammar Masood

 December 16, 2014: Ammar Masood, a renowned TV compere and author, joins News 92 to develop a comedy-cum-political program ahead of the channel's launch.

Jang Group to file lawsuit against Imran

 December 15, 2014: Jang Group plans to file lawsuits against Imran Khan over offensive and baseless allegations made during his speech in Lahore.

Geo team attacked again

 December 15, 2014: Geo Television's team, including reporter Sana Mirza, was attacked by Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf supporters during a live protest coverage in Lahore.

128 journalists killed in 2014: Press Emblem Campaign

 December 15, 2014: In 2014, 128 journalists were killed globally, highlighting the increasing dangers faced by media workers in conflict zones.

PFUJ to protest attacks on journalists

 December 15, 2014: The PFUJ is set to protest against attacks on journalists by PTI in Karachi and Lahore, urging all journalists to participate at the National Press Club.

IHC restricts government's website-censoring committee

 December 15, 2014: The IHC has restricted the IMCEW from taking down website content without prior court approval, following a petition from NGO Bolo Bhi.

Lahore Press Club awards life-time membership to Ali Zafar

 December 15, 2014: Lahore Press Club honors Ali Zafar with life-time membership, recognizing his contributions to the Pakistani film industry and his latest film Kill Dill.

Swat journalist honored posthumously

 December 14, 2014: Journalist Siraj-ud-Din was honored posthumously for his courageous reporting in Swat Valley, standing against Taliban threats and atrocities.

KPC condemns harassment of journalists

 December 14, 2014: The Karachi Press Club condemns harassment of journalists by PTI activists and calls for stronger measures to protect media during protests.

Khairpur court orders arrest of Mir Shakil

 December 14, 2014: A Khairpur court has ordered the arrest of Geo TV owner Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman and others in a blasphemy case, to be presented by January 16.

NPC election schedule announced

 December 13, 2014: The National Press Club elections in Islamabad are scheduled for December 27, with nomination papers being accepted from December 14-15.

Amir Mateen joins 92 News

 December 13, 2014: Senior journalist Amir Mateen has joined 92 News, Pakistan's first HD channel, bringing over 20 years of experience in journalism and analysis.

Geo News female reporters attacked at PTI protest

 December 12, 2014: Two Geo News female reporters were attacked by PTI supporters during a protest in Karachi, highlighting the ongoing threats to journalists.

Rauf Klasra to host talk show on 92 News

 December 12, 2014: Rauf Klasra joins 92 News Television to host a live talk show starting January, with possible co-host Amir Mateen.

Zamir Haider and his News 92 Islamabad team ready for launch

 December 12, 2014: Zamir Haider joins News 92 as Bureau Chief in Islamabad, bringing a strong team from Dunya TV for the channel's upcoming launch.

BOL to make significant impact on media industry, says NBC

 December 11, 2014: BOL News Television aims to transform the media landscape with its innovative approach and strong leadership under Nasir Baig Chughtai.

Veteran journalist Iqbal Mirza passes away

 December 11, 2014: Veteran journalist Iqbal Mirza, known for his remarkable career, passed away at 81 after a brief illness, leaving behind a loving family.

Sindh government spends Rs20m on journalists' foreign junkets: paper

 December 11, 2014: The Sindh government has spent Rs20 million on foreign junkets for 41 journalists, sparking controversy over misuse of taxpayers' money.

Supreme Court suspends implementation on GB court verdict

 December 10, 2014: The Supreme Court of Pakistan halts the execution of a Gilgit-Baltistan court ruling that sentenced Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman to 26 years imprisonment.

Samaa blackout in Karachi

 December 10, 2014: Samaa TV was recently taken off air in Karachi, sparking condemnation from journalists and officials alike over the illegal transmission suspension.

In a first, NPC reserves four seats for women journalists

 December 10, 2014: The National Press Club reserves four seats for women journalists in its constitution, marking a significant step towards gender equality in journalism.

Channel 92 set for January launch

 December 10, 2014: Channel 92, Pakistan's first HD television channel, is set to launch in January 2015, featuring a range of news and infotainment programs.

IFJ mourns killing of US photographer

 December 09, 2014: The IFJ and its affiliates mourn the death of photographer Luke Somers, who was killed by his captors during a rescue attempt in Yemen.

Journalists demand audit of NPC budget

 December 09, 2014: Senior journalists at the National Press Club call for a credible audit of the club's annual budget to enhance transparency and responsibility.

Press Club condemns social media campaign against senior members

 December 08, 2014: The National Press Club of Islamabad condemns a social media campaign targeting senior journalists and discusses membership complaints.

Government has no criterion for running ads on private TV channels, NA told

 December 07, 2014: The National Assembly revealed the government lacks criteria for selecting private TV channels for advertisements, spending over Rs500 million since 2013.

Ban on YouTube to continue

 December 04, 2014: The Pakistani government has no plans to lift the YouTube ban as technical solutions to block objectionable content remain unavailable.

ARY reporter arrested

 December 04, 2014: ARY reporter Asif Shehzad Qureshi was arrested for alleged arms smuggling from Karachi to Lahore linked to a corruption case in Pakistan Railways.

ARY team faces lawsuit after exposing corruption in Railways

 December 03, 2014: ARY News faces a lawsuit from Railway authorities after exposing bribery linked to illegal weapon transport, sparking political outrage.

FEC to discuss major issues

 December 03, 2014: The Federal Executive Council will meet to discuss journalist safety, wage issues, and media laws at the National Press Club from December 4.

Moeed Pirzada quits ARY, rejoins Dunya

 December 03, 2014: Dr Moeed Pirzada quits ARY News amid a conflict and rejoins Dunya TV, citing continuous harassment and ego battles.

NPC General Body meeting on Dec 9

 December 02, 2014: The National Press Club will conduct its General Body meeting on December 9 to review performance and discuss constitutional amendments.

Reshuffling at Dunya after Klasra leaves

 December 01, 2014: Dunya Television undergoes significant changes as Ajmal Jami and Mujeeb-ur-Rehman Shami take over the Nuqta-Nazar show after Rauf Klasra's resignation.

IFJ, PFUJ demand action against Royal TV

 December 01, 2014: IFJ and PFUJ demand action against Royal TV following the tragic suicide of a media worker due to unpaid salaries.