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Dawn not happy with PTI's handling of bill on journalists' protection

 February 27, 2020: Dawn criticizes PTI's approach to the journalists' protection bill, urging adoption of a more comprehensive version prepared by the human rights ministry.

Tragedy strikes: Javed Khan of Daily Ausaf shot dead in Swat

 February 26, 2020: Javed Khan, bureau chief of Daily Ausaf, was tragically shot dead in Swat on February 25, marking the second journalist murder in Pakistan this year.

Promises made for urgent government action to resolve media pay crisis

 February 25, 2020: Urgent government action is needed to address the media pay crisis in Pakistan, with journalists owed months of unpaid salaries and facing dire consequences.

PFUJ, civil society and others reject Citizens Protection Rules

 February 20, 2020: PFUJ and civil society reject the Citizens Protection Rules, citing threats to freedom of expression and the digital economy.

Senior journalist Fasih-ur-Rehman passes away

 February 20, 2020: Senior journalist Fasih-ur-Rehman Khan, a key figure in Pakistan's media landscape, passed away at 47 due to cardiac arrest and brain hemorrhage.

Kashmir journalist wins AFP's Kate Webb Prize for coverage of India's lockdown

 February 20, 2020: Kashmir journalist Ahmer Khan wins the 2019 AFP Kate Webb Prize for his impactful reporting during India's lockdown in occupied Kashmir.

Dawn welcomes PM's call for consultations on Citizens Protection Rules

 February 20, 2020: Dawn welcomes PM Imran Khan's call for consultations on the controversial Citizens Protection Rules, emphasizing the need for genuine stakeholder input.

Indian police open case against Kashmir social media users

 February 18, 2020: Indian authorities in Kashmir have opened a case against social media users for bypassing a ban using VPNs to promote secessionist ideologies.

CPJ calls for thorough probe into the murder of journalist Aziz Memon

 February 18, 2020: The CPJ urges Pakistan to investigate the murder of journalist Aziz Memon to ensure justice for the growing threats against journalists.

DawnNews journalist seeks help in tracing culprits who attacked him

 February 18, 2020: Journalist Inamullah Khattak of DawnNews seeks public assistance in identifying assailants who attacked him four weeks ago in Islamabad.

Asma Shirazi reminds prime minister about media's role in his political struggle

 February 18, 2020: Asma Shirazi emphasizes media's essential role in politics, urging Prime Minister Khan to support free expression and reflect on his policies.

Dawn tells prime minister 'power is ephemeral'

 February 18, 2020: Dawn urges Prime Minister Imran Khan to reconsider his approach towards media, emphasizing the importance of a free press and accountability.

PFUJ demands judicial inquiry of journalist Aziz Memon's murder

 February 17, 2020: The PFUJ demands a judicial inquiry into the murder of journalist Aziz Memon, highlighting the need for immediate action against the perpetrators.

Journalist Aziz Memon killed in Naushahro Feroze

 February 17, 2020: Journalist Aziz Memon was found dead in Naushahro Feroze, sparking investigations into his alleged murder following threats he received.

IFJ, PFUJ condemn government clampdown on digital creators

 February 14, 2020: IFJ and PFUJ condemn Pakistan's government for imposing strict regulations on digital content creators and limiting freedom of expression.

Journalist Gul Bukhari threatened with terrorism charges, extradition from UK

 February 13, 2020: Pakistani authorities threaten journalist Gul Bukhari with terrorism charges and extradition from the UK amid calls for journalist protection.

Citizen journalist missing in Wuhan after covering coronavirus

 February 11, 2020: Citizen journalist Chen Qiushi has been missing in Wuhan since February 7 after covering the coronavirus outbreak and sharing critical insights.

CPJ issues safety advisory for covering coronavirus

 February 11, 2020: CPJ issues a crucial safety advisory for journalists covering the coronavirus outbreak amid its global spread.

Nadeem Malik claims his interview of president edited under pressure

 February 11, 2020: Nadeem Malik claims his interview with President Arif Alvi was edited under pressure, sparking controversy over army chief reappointment discussions.

Kashmir journalists accuse Indian police of muzzling press

 February 10, 2020: Journalists in Kashmir demand an end to police harassment and call for freedom of press following the revocation of the region's autonomy.

Attacked Mexican journalist asks president for justice

 February 07, 2020: Mexican journalist Paul Velazquez confronts President Lopez Obrador about the dangers faced by media workers in Mexico, demanding justice after a murder attempt.

Pakistani blogger in exile attacked, threatened in Rotterdam

 February 07, 2020: A Pakistani blogger in exile, Amad Waqass Goraya, was attacked in Rotterdam, prompting calls for investigation by Reporters without Borders.

IFJ Annual Killed list: Mexico remains deadliest country in the world

 February 06, 2020: The IFJ report highlights Mexico as the deadliest country for journalists in 2019, with 49 deaths globally, emphasizing the urgent need for safety measures.

Anti-Nawaz anchors now going against PM Imran, claims Geo journalist

 February 06, 2020: Geo News journalist Azaz Syed claims anti-Nawaz anchors are now targeting Imran Khan, echoing previous campaigns against the former PM.

Journalist charged for coronavirus Facebook posts

 February 06, 2020: Journalist Wan Noor Hayati Wan Alias charged with spreading false information about coronavirus on Facebook in Malaysia.

Nigerian journalist Alex Ogbu dies at protest

 February 06, 2020: Nigerian journalist Alex Ogbu dies from head injuries during a protest in Abuja, prompting calls for an independent investigation into his death.

Journalist attempts to blackmail deputy commissioner

 February 06, 2020: Islamabad's Deputy Commissioner exposes journalist blackmailing attempts over denied land request and highlights issues with fake news in media.