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$10,000 award for journalists defending the rule of law

$10,000 award for journalists defending the rule of law

 January 31, 2025: A $10,000 award recognizes journalists worldwide for their critical role in upholding the rule of law and promoting justice through fearless reporting.

Contrasting paths: White House welcomes digital media, Pakistan crushes it

Contrasting paths: White House welcomes digital media, Pakistan crushes it

 January 29, 2025: The contrasting media approaches of the US and Pakistan illustrate a stark divide in press freedom and digital media engagement.

Trump administration opens White House briefing room to new media

Trump administration opens White House briefing room to new media

 January 29, 2025: The Trump Administration opens the White House press briefing room to new media, allowing podcasters and influencers to apply for credentials.

PECA amendments further tighten government's grip on digital expression: IFJ

PECA amendments further tighten government's grip on digital expression: IFJ

 January 29, 2025: Recent amendments to Pakistan's PECA law further restrict online expression, raising concerns among media stakeholders and human rights organizations.

Digital Rights Forum warns of threat to free speech under PECA (Amendment) Act, 2025

Digital Rights Forum warns of threat to free speech under PECA (Amendment) Act, 2025

 January 28, 2025: The FDRD warns the PECA Amendment Act, 2025 threatens free speech and democratic values, calling for repeal and meaningful consultation.

A dark day for press freedom in Pakistan: PECA Amendments spark outrage

A dark day for press freedom in Pakistan: PECA Amendments spark outrage

 January 28, 2025: The recent PECA Amendments Bill in Pakistan has sparked outrage from journalists and civil society, threatening press freedom and democratic values.

From fortress to folly: Pakistan’s Test cricket decline

From fortress to folly: Pakistan’s Test cricket decline

 January 28, 2025: Pakistan's decline in Test cricket is highlighted by their poor strategy and performance against West Indies, exposing deeper systemic issues.

Explore journalism at Oxford: Applications open now

Explore journalism at Oxford: Applications open now

 January 27, 2025: Apply now for the prestigious Journalist Fellowship Programme at Oxford, designed for mid-career journalists to enhance their skills and networks.

CPJ calls on Pakistani authorities to end harassment, deportation of Afghan journalists

CPJ calls on Pakistani authorities to end harassment, deportation of Afghan journalists

 January 23, 2025: The CPJ urges Pakistan to cease the harassment and deportation of Afghan journalists who are fleeing Taliban threats to their lives.

Cyber martial law: Authoritarian PECA legislation threatens digital expression in Pakistan

Cyber martial law: Authoritarian PECA legislation threatens digital expression in Pakistan

 January 23, 2025: The passage of the PECA Amendment Bill 2025 poses a severe threat to digital freedom and press independence in Pakistan.

When talk shows turn battlegrounds: The ugly face of Pakistani TV

When talk shows turn battlegrounds: The ugly face of Pakistani TV

 January 23, 2025: Pakistani talk shows are escalating into physical confrontations, highlighting chaos in media debates and the need for stricter regulations.

Over 300 PTV pensioners rally for dues, PFUJ slams management inaction

Over 300 PTV pensioners rally for dues, PFUJ slams management inaction

 January 22, 2025: Over 300 PTV pensioners protested in Islamabad demanding their overdue dues and restoration of benefits, with PFUJ condemning management's inaction.

PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by information minister

PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by information minister

 January 22, 2025: The PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by the information minister, calling them unconstitutional and detrimental to press freedom.

Crackdown on AI-generated content: FIA targets 10 more suspects

Crackdown on AI-generated content: FIA targets 10 more suspects

 January 22, 2025: The FIA has launched cases against 10 suspects for sharing AI-generated images of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and UAE's President, increasing total cases to.

Pakistan's digital hypocrisy: PM Shehbaz Sharif tweets Trump while citizens face X ban

Pakistan's digital hypocrisy: PM Shehbaz Sharif tweets Trump while citizens face X ban

 January 21, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's tweet to Trump underscores the contradiction of Pakistan's X ban, fueling public outrage over digital hypocrisy.

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit? – II

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit? – II

 January 20, 2025: The ICC Champions Trophy's legacy showcases cricket's enduring spirit amid commercial pressures and changing dynamics within the sport.

China, Israel, and Myanmar lead the world's top jailers of journalists

China, Israel, and Myanmar lead the world's top jailers of journalists

 January 18, 2025: A new CPJ report reveals that China, Israel, and Myanmar are the top jailers of journalists globally as numbers reach an alarming high in 2024.

Leaked justice: Journalists tweet Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before judge's verdict

Leaked justice: Journalists tweet Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before judge's verdict

 January 17, 2025: Journalists predicted Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before the official verdict, raising questions about judicial independence in Pakistan's legal process.

Geo News's insensitivity: Songs and dance before announcing tragic Bollywood news

Geo News's insensitivity: Songs and dance before announcing tragic Bollywood news

 January 17, 2025: Geo News faces backlash for insensitive coverage of Saif Ali Khan's stabbing, airing joyous clips before revealing his critical condition.

From acquittal to 14 years: ARY's colossal blunder in high-stakes Imran Khan case

From acquittal to 14 years: ARY's colossal blunder in high-stakes Imran Khan case

 January 17, 2025: ARY News faced backlash for broadcasting contradictory news on Imran Khan's case, revealing a pattern of negligence in Pakistani media.

Analyzing FIA's crackdown: The risks of AI misuse and implications for Pakistan-UAE relations

Analyzing FIA's crackdown: The risks of AI misuse and implications for Pakistan-UAE relations

 January 16, 2025: The FIA's crackdown on AI misuse in Pakistan raises concerns about diplomatic ties with the UAE and the implications for freedom of expression.

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit?-I

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit?-I

 January 16, 2025: This article explores the commercialization of the ICC Champions Trophy and its impact on cricket's authenticity and inclusivity.

Pot calling the kettle black? Absar Alam's criticism of YouTube journalists raises eyebrows

Pot calling the kettle black? Absar Alam's criticism of YouTube journalists raises eyebrows

 January 13, 2025: Absar Alam's criticism of YouTube journalists in Pakistan highlights the evolving media landscape and the struggle for independent voices.

Asma Shirazi faces relentless online harassment, condemnation grows

Asma Shirazi faces relentless online harassment, condemnation grows

 January 13, 2025: Asma Shirazi faces a new wave of online harassment, prompting urgent calls for action from press freedom organizations and digital rights advocates.

Pakistan's red-ball riddle: Understanding the Test downturn (II)

Pakistan's red-ball riddle: Understanding the Test downturn (II)

 January 12, 2025: This article critically examines the decline of Pakistan's Test cricket, analyzing systemic issues and the need for reform.

FIA probes AI-generated images defaming Maryam Nawaz and UAE president

FIA probes AI-generated images defaming Maryam Nawaz and UAE president

 January 10, 2025: The FIA is investigating manipulated images defaming Maryam Nawaz and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed that circulated on social media.

Pakistan's red-ball riddle: Understanding the Test downturn (I)

Pakistan's red-ball riddle: Understanding the Test downturn (I)

 January 09, 2025: Pakistan's Test cricket faces a systemic decline marked by leadership failures and persistent defeats, as analyzed in this insightful article!

Cricket historian Dr. Nauman Niaz joins JournalismPakistan as sports editor

Cricket historian Dr. Nauman Niaz joins JournalismPakistan as sports editor

 January 05, 2025: Cricket historian Dr. Nauman Niaz joins JournalismPakistan.com as sports editor, enhancing its sports coverage with his expertise and experience.

The fall of a cricket God: Virat Kohli's battle with form and legacy

The fall of a cricket God: Virat Kohli's battle with form and legacy

 January 05, 2025: Virat Kohli faces a crucial juncture in his career as technical flaws and mental challenges cloud his legacy during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Washington Post cartoonist quits over rejected Trump-Bezos illustration

Washington Post cartoonist quits over rejected Trump-Bezos illustration

 January 05, 2025: Political cartoonist Ann Telnaes resigns from The Washington Post after her Trump-Bezos illustration was rejected, raising concerns for press freedom.

The last stand: Rohit Sharma's Test career hangs in balance

The last stand: Rohit Sharma's Test career hangs in balance

 January 03, 2025: Rohit Sharma's Test career faces uncertainty as he grapples with underperformance and leadership challenges.

Trump ally goes silent: The curious case of Richard Grenell's sudden Twitter retreat

Trump ally goes silent: The curious case of Richard Grenell's sudden Twitter retreat

 January 01, 2025: Richard Grenell's sudden silence on Pakistani matters leaves supporters puzzled and raises questions about diplomatic pressures and political dynamics.

Joe Root: The art and artisan of modern cricket

Joe Root: The art and artisan of modern cricket

 January 01, 2025: Joe Root's exceptional balance of artistry and consistency marks him as one of England's greatest batsmen in cricket history.