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Sethi serves legal notice on Transparency International Pakistan

 January 31, 2015: Najam Sethi has issued a legal notice against Transparency International Pakistan for defamation over alleged tax evasion claims.

Mushtaq Minhas joins BOL News

 January 31, 2015: Mushtaq Minhas, a renowned journalist, joins BOL News as Executive Vice President and senior anchorperson to enhance their media presence.

RIUJ constitutes two committees

 January 29, 2015: RIUJ has formed two committees to address the non-payment of salaries at Capital TV and the pending dues of journalists at daily Jinnah.

IFJ mourns killing of two journalists in Iraq

 January 28, 2015: The IFJ condemns the killings of two journalists in Iraq and emphasizes the urgent need for safety in reporting amid escalating violence.

Journalist, writer and film producer A S Afaqi passes away

 January 28, 2015: Senior journalist and filmmaker A S Afaqi has passed away at the age of 82 in Lahore after battling cancer and a recent hip fracture.

BOL team shifts to state-of-the-art office in Karachi

 January 27, 2015: BOL News has relocated to a modern facility in Karachi, featuring nine studios and expanding its workforce ahead of its March launch.

92 News to go on air on February 6

 January 27, 2015: Pakistan's first HD channel, 92 News, will officially launch on February 6 after delays caused by law and order issues in the country.

Talat Hussain to host 'Naya Pakistan' on Geo Television

 January 27, 2015: Syed Talat Hussain joins Geo News as a senior anchorperson, set to host the new current affairs show 'Naya Pakistan' three times a week.

Newsweek and ARY team up

 January 26, 2015: ARY Digital Network will launch Newsweek in the Middle East in June, offering both English and Arabic versions across several countries.

Committee constituted to help family of deceased journalist

 January 26, 2015: A committee has been formed to support the family of deceased journalist Safeer Sherazi, ensuring financial assistance for their ongoing needs.

Pak-Afghan journalists form association

 January 26, 2015: Journalists from Pakistan and Afghanistan have united to form an association aimed at fostering information exchange and safeguarding freedom of expression.

2014 worst ever for Pakistani media: Freedom Network

 January 26, 2015: The 2014 report by Freedom Network reveals it was the worst year for Pakistani media with 14 fatalities and numerous attacks on journalists.

Anis Shiekh to host 'Road to World Cup' on Capital TV

 January 25, 2015: Anis Shiekh to host 'Road to World Cup' on Capital TV, offering live cricket commentary and insights starting February 1.

Taliban threaten ARY journalist

 January 24, 2015: The Taliban has issued death threats to journalist Zia ul Haq, prompting urgent calls for government protection from media rights organizations.

Owais Tohid to head PTV World

 January 23, 2015: Owais Tohid has been appointed as head of PTV World, aiming to enhance its global presence and credibility in media.

BOL heavyweight hiring continues as Nusrat Javeed joins team

 January 22, 2015: Nusrat Javeed, a renowned journalist, joins BOL News as executive vice president and will contribute as a senior anchorperson and columnist.

Fresh bid to unite rival PFUJ factions

 January 22, 2015: The PFUJ Reunification Committee is working to unite rival factions and has requested proposals for peace and postponement of elections.

Report launch: Government endorses most recommendations of Media Commission

 January 21, 2015: The government has endorsed nearly all recommendations of the Media Commission's report aimed at reforming the media industry in Pakistan.

Media playing lethal role to balance the story: Ziauddin

 January 21, 2015: Ziauddin criticizes the media's role in promoting terrorists' narratives to balance coverage of terror attacks, urging a focus on the victim's perspective.

Pakistan team barred from using social media during World Cup

 January 20, 2015: Pakistan players are banned from using social media during the World Cup to maintain focus and avoid unnecessary controversies.

Geo man Khawar Naeem Hashmi quits, joins BOL

 January 20, 2015: Senior journalist Khawar Naeem Hashmi leaves Geo News to join BOL News as Senior Executive Vice President, enhancing its Lahore bureau.

CEJ to organize training for journalists in Karachi

 January 20, 2015: The Center for Excellence in Journalism will conduct a two-week training for journalists in Karachi focusing on business reporting and documentary production.

Imran promises to raise voice for rights of working journalists

 January 18, 2015: Imran Khan pledges to advocate for journalists' rights during a dharna convention in Islamabad, appreciating their contributions and sacrifices.

Journalist unions urge government to restore license of Metro One TV

 January 18, 2015: Journalist unions in Pakistan urge the government to restore the license of Metro One TV, citing potential unemployment for journalists.

Dawn suggests training, protective gear for journalists

 January 18, 2015: Dawn emphasizes the urgent need for training and protective gear for journalists in conflict zones to enhance their safety and security.

AFP photographer recovering after protest shooting

 January 17, 2015: AFP photographer Asif Hassan is recovering after being shot during an anti-Charlie Hebdo protest outside the French consulate in Karachi.

Iran bans paper over story on Charlie Hebdo

 January 17, 2015: Iran has banned the newspaper Mardom-e-Emrooz for supporting Charlie Hebdo in a controversial article about the magazine's publication.

Government includes three working journalists on committee

 January 17, 2015: The government includes three working journalists on a media policy committee to address terrorism in Pakistan, responding to pressures from journalism unions.

BOL hires Ashfaque Ishaque as anchor, content manager

 January 17, 2015: BOL News has appointed Ashfaque Ishaque as anchor and content manager, bringing seasoned experience in broadcasting.

BOL appoints Ibrahim Raja as Executive Vice President, Islamabad Bureau Chief

 January 16, 2015: BOL News appoints Ibrahim Raja as Executive Vice President and Islamabad Bureau Chief, marking a significant leadership change in the organization.

M. Ziauddin, Munizae to co-host program on Aaj TV

 January 16, 2015: M. Ziauddin and Munizae Jahangir will co-host a current affairs program called 'Spotlight' on Aaj TV, focusing on various topical discussions.

AFP photographer, Capital TV cameraman injured in Karachi

 January 16, 2015: AFP photographer Asif Hassan and Capital TV cameraman Adeel were injured in clashes during a protest in Karachi near the French Consulate.

Pope on Charlie Hebdo: There are limits to free expression

 January 15, 2015: Pope Francis emphasizes the limits of free speech, stating it should not insult others' faith, especially in light of the Charlie Hebdo tragedy.

Ahmed Quraishi to host @Q on Express News

 January 15, 2015: Ahmed Quraishi will host his new current affairs talk show @Q on Express News starting January 23, featuring innovative segments and focused content.

92 News signs up Tariq Mateen, Khushnood, and two others

 January 13, 2015: 92 News has onboarded Tariq Mateen, Khushnood Ali Khan, Ahmad Ali Butt, and Tahir Malik as anchors for various programs ahead of its launch.

Noshad Ali joins Capital TV

 January 12, 2015: Senior journalist Muhammad Noshad Ali joins Capital TV as head of news, bringing extensive media experience from various organizations.

Cartoonists tread fine line in land of blasphemy laws

 January 10, 2015: In Pakistan, cartoonists navigate strict blasphemy laws and political violence while creatively critiquing power dynamics and societal issues.

Gharidah Farooqi parts ways with Samaa, joins Express News

 January 10, 2015: Gharidah Farooqi leaves Samaa TV to join Express News, enhancing her career as a senior anchor for current affairs and special correspondent.

The News questions excessive media coverage of Imran wedding

 January 10, 2015: The News critiques the excessive media coverage of Imran Khan and Reham Khan's wedding, calling it sensationalist during significant national issues.

Managers brief Rana Mubashir on BOL plans

 January 10, 2015: Rana Mubashir received a briefing from BOL News management on the upcoming channel plans, exploring state-of-the-art facilities.

Journalist and human rights activist Najma Sadeque passes away

 January 09, 2015: Najma Sadeque, a noted journalist and human rights activist, passed away at 72 after a brief illness in Karachi, leaving a legacy of advocacy and journalism.

Geo's Mir Ibrahim elected PBA chairman

 January 09, 2015: Mir Ibrahim of Geo Television has been elected chairman of the Pakistan Broadcasting Association, marking a significant leadership change in the industry.

Crusading journalist and editor Julio Scherer dies in Mexico

 January 09, 2015: Julio Scherer Garcia, renowned Mexican journalist and founder of Proceso, passed away at 88, leaving a legacy of investigative reporting!

PTV suffered loss of Rs733m in 2013-14

 January 08, 2015: PTV faced a loss of Rs733 million in 2013-14 despite earning Rs8,831 million and plans to improve income for the upcoming financial year.

Syria says attack on Paris magazine underlines threat of radical Islamism

 January 08, 2015: The Syrian government links the Paris magazine attack to the global threat of radical Islamism and criticizes European policies for inciting such violence.

IFJ condemns year's first media killing in Yemen

 January 08, 2015: The IFJ condemns the killing of Khalid Mohammed al Washali, marking the first journalist casualty in Yemen for 2015 amid ongoing violence.

Investment in media industry to touch $4b mark by 2016: PEMRA

 January 08, 2015: PEMRA predicts that investment in Pakistan's media industry will reach $4 billion by 2016, revealing significant growth and employment generation.

Broadcasters body, Competition Commission spar over raid

 January 08, 2015: The PBA condemns the CCP's raid on its secretariat, claiming it undermines media freedom while the CCP asserts legal grounds for the inspection.

12 dead in 'terrorist' attack on Paris paper

 January 07, 2015: At least 12 people, including two police officers, were killed in a terrorist attack on a Paris newspaper office, prompting a nationwide manhunt.

Fara Yousaf joins BOL News

 January 07, 2015: Fara Yousaf, a prominent news presenter, has joined BOL News as senior content manager and anchorperson, reinforcing media responsibility.

Imran Khan marries broadcast journalist Reham Khan

 January 07, 2015: Imran Khan has officially married broadcast journalist Reham Khan, confirming the news after weeks of speculation.

Protesters burn Indian editor's photos in New Delhi

 January 06, 2015: Protesters in New Delhi burned photos of Indian editor Praveen Swami in response to his article questioning Indian Defense Ministry's claims.

ACCA, WWF announce environmental reporting awards

 January 06, 2015: ACCA and WWF-Pakistan invite organizations to submit their environmental reports for the 2014 awards with a deadline of March 13, 2015.

Supreme Court indicts Salman Iqbal, Mubashar Lucman

 January 05, 2015: The Supreme Court indicts Salman Iqbal and Mubashar Lucman for contempt of court, rejecting their apologies and scheduling the next hearing.

Mubashar accuses ARY of running Indian shows excessively

 January 05, 2015: Mubasher Lucman criticizes ARY News for exceeding Indian show quotas and failing to adhere to PEMRA's content regulations.

Nabeel joins BOL Entertainment as President, CEO

 January 05, 2015: Nabeel joins BOL Entertainment as President and CEO, marking a significant milestone in his career and in Pakistan's entertainment landscape.

DW-Urdu stops broadcasting after over 50 years

 January 02, 2015: Deutsche Welle-Urdu ceases broadcasting after over 50 years, continuing to publish Urdu news online across various topics.

Egypt court orders retrial of jailed Jazeera reporters

 January 01, 2015: Egypt's top court has ordered a retrial for three Al-Jazeera reporters imprisoned for aiding the Muslim Brotherhood, amid renewed diplomatic ties with Qatar.

Bukhar Shah Bacha elected President of Peshawar Press Club

 January 01, 2015: Syed Bukhar Shah Bacha elected as President of Peshawar Press Club, winning with 188 votes against 177 for his opponent.