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Complaint cell for women journalists announced

 July 30, 2022: The NCHR has launched a complaint cell for women journalists to address human rights issues and enhance press freedom in Pakistan.

Twitter account of Imran Riaz Khan hacked

 July 29, 2022: Imran Riaz Khan's Twitter account has been hacked, prompting alerts from the journalist and his family about ignoring messages until restoration.

APP Employees Union elects new body in Sindh

 July 29, 2022: The APP Employees Union in Sindh has elected new office-bearers for 2022-23, marking a significant political shift in the organization.

Maryam Nawaz terms ARY's news 'rubbish'

 July 29, 2022: Maryam Nawaz has condemned ARY News as 'rubbish' following a report about her comments during a PDM meeting, reiterating her ongoing criticism.

Radio journalist Zakia Khan escapes unhurt in acid attack

 July 28, 2022: Radio journalist Zakia Khan survived an acid attack in Peshawar, prompting calls for justice and reinforced safety measures for journalists.

Geo News debunks PTI leaders' claims about fabricating facts

 July 26, 2022: Geo News refutes PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry's claims of journalistic misconduct, defending its reporting and integrity amidst political turmoil.

DW Akademie urges need for media diversity in Pakistani newsrooms

 July 23, 2022: DW Akademie highlights the urgent need for media diversity in Pakistan to truly represent marginalized communities in newsrooms.

Afzal Butt elected PFUJ president unopposed

 July 23, 2022: Afzal Butt has been elected unopposed as the president of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists during their recent biennial meeting.

Indian Supreme Court orders freeing journalist Mohammed Zubair

 July 23, 2022: The Indian Supreme Court has granted interim bail to journalist Mohammed Zubair, emphasizing the need for careful use of arrest powers.

CPNE establishes media safety and security committee

 July 23, 2022: CPNE has formed a media safety and security committee to assess risks and enhance protections for journalists in Pakistan.

Murderer of journalist Anwar Jan Khetran gets life term

 July 21, 2022: Anwar Jan Khetran's murderer, Adam Khan, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Balochistan court, along with a Rs.200,000 fine.

TikTok removes 12.5m videos from Pakistan

 July 21, 2022: TikTok removed 12.5 million videos from Pakistan in the first quarter of 2022, ranking second in global removals for guideline violations.

Degrees of 85 PTV employees found fake

 July 21, 2022: Eighty-five employees of Pakistan Television have been found to hold fake educational degrees, sparking investigations and salary recovery efforts.

India arrests journalist Rupesh Kumar Singh after 9-hour home raid

 July 19, 2022: Indian authorities arrested journalist Rupesh Kumar Singh after a nine-hour raid on his home, raising concerns over press freedom in the country.

Thai police release watchlist with details of reporters, citizen journalists

 July 19, 2022: Thai police release a classified watchlist of journalists and activists, prompting condemnation from the International Federation of Journalists.

Azaz Syed, Umar Cheema launch YouTube channel named Talk SHOCK

 July 18, 2022: Investigative journalists Azaz Syed and Umar Cheema launch their YouTube channel, Talk SHOCK, to share accurate information and insights.

Imran Khan discusses press freedom during his tenure

 July 16, 2022: Imran Khan stresses press freedom, denying any detentions of journalists during his premiership and highlights issues surrounding fake news.

Attacks on the press increase under PM Shehbaz Sharif: report

 July 15, 2022: A report by Freedom Network reveals escalating threats against journalists under PM Shehbaz Sharif, documenting numerous cases of harassment and violence.

Plaintiff withdraws case against Imran Riaz in Chakwal

 July 13, 2022: The plaintiff has officially withdrawn his case against Imran Riaz Khan in Chakwal, leading to the court's acquittal of the television anchor.

Arshad Sharif writes to president, seeks protection for himself, colleagues under threat

 July 13, 2022: Arshad Sharif appeals to President Alvi for protection amid threats to journalists, citing potential attacks against him and colleagues.

Female reporter slaps young boy while covering Eid festivities

 July 11, 2022: A female reporter in Lahore is criticized after slapping a boy during Eid coverage, igniting a debate on professionalism in journalism.

Attack on Sami Ibrahim outside BOL News offices

 July 09, 2022: Sami Ibrahim was attacked by assailants outside BOL News offices in Islamabad as he was assisting a beggar, raising concerns over press freedom.

PFUJ slams attack on journalist Sami Ibrahim

 July 09, 2022: PFUJ condemned the attack on journalist Sami Ibrahim in Islamabad, calling for justice and the arrest of the culprits responsible.

LHC grants bail to journalist Imran Riaz Khan

 July 09, 2022: The Lahore High Court has granted bail to journalist Imran Riaz Khan, imposing conditions on his public speeches until further hearings.

Journalist Pir Muhammad Kakar arrested in Loralai

 July 09, 2022: Pir Muhammad Kakar, a journalist in Loralai, was arrested on orders of the local deputy commissioner without a case amid claims of corruption exposure.

Freedom Network urges PM Shehbaz Sharif to protect press freedom

 July 09, 2022: Freedom Network has urged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to protect press freedom amid rising threats and attacks against journalists in Pakistan.

Imran Riaz's arrest sparks debate in Pakistan on who is a journalist

 July 08, 2022: Imran Riaz Khan's arrest ignites a national debate on the true definition of a journalist in Pakistan amidst political biases.

Punjab law minister defends arrest of Imran Riaz Khan

 July 08, 2022: Punjab Law Minister Malik Ahmad Khan defends Imran Riaz Khan's arrest, asserting it adheres to constitutional law and emphasizes accountability.

PFUJ expresses concern over Imran Riaz's arrest

 July 07, 2022: PFUJ has voiced concerns over journalist Imran Riaz Khan's arrest, warning against government actions targeting dissenting media voices.

Imran Riaz Khan's detention: A case of jurisdiction

 July 06, 2022: Imran Riaz Khan's case declared outside jurisdiction by both the Islamabad High Court and Attock local court, leading to a transfer to FIA court.

Shireen Mazari rejects Hamid Mir's tweet as incorrect

 July 06, 2022: Shireen Mazari refutes Hamid Mir's claim that Imran Khan's cabinet approved a law punishing criticism of the army or judiciary, calling it incorrect.

IFJ urges Pakistani authorities to withdraw cases against Imran Riaz

 July 06, 2022: The International Federation of Journalists urges Pakistani authorities to withdraw cases against Imran Riaz Khan, citing press freedom concerns.

The News claims assailants who targeted Absar Alam arrested

 July 06, 2022: The News reports the arrest of assailants targeting Absar Alam, revealing a transnational gang orchestrated from Germany.

Imran Riaz Khan's arrest; IHC disposes of petition

 July 06, 2022: The IHC has dismissed the contempt petition regarding journalist Imran Riaz Khan's arrest, citing jurisdiction issues over Punjab Police.

Rauf Klasra criticizes Imran Khan for targeting journalists when in power

 July 06, 2022: Rauf Klasra criticizes Imran Khan for silencing journalists during his time as Prime Minister, highlighting attacks on press freedom in Pakistan.

Punjab Police arrest journalist Imran Riaz Khan

 July 06, 2022: Punjab Police arrested journalist Imran Riaz Khan late Tuesday near Islamabad Toll Plaza, sparking widespread criticism and support on social media.

Geo censors Ayaz Amir's comments during Hamid Mir's show

 July 05, 2022: Geo News censored Ayaz Amir's comments during a discussion about press freedom on Hamid Mir's show, highlighting vulnerabilities faced by dissenting journalists.

PFUJ reiterates its commitment to press freedom and human rights

 July 05, 2022: The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists reaffirms its commitment to press freedom and human rights on the anniversary of July 5, 1977.

Senior GTV producer Amanat Pasha passes away

 July 05, 2022: GTV Senior Producer Amanat Pasha has passed away following injuries from a road accident, prompting condolences from the GTV community.

Ayaz Amir says an official had warned him before the attack

 July 04, 2022: Veteran journalist Ayaz Amir reveals he was warned by an intelligence official to moderate his criticism before the attack on him in Lahore.

Shahbaz Gill threatens Fahd Husain

 July 04, 2022: Shahbaz Gill threatened journalist Fahd Husain during a press conference, criticizing his past work and accusing him of yellow journalism.

PFUJ condemns murder of journalist Iftikhar Ahmed

 July 03, 2022: PFUJ condemns the murder of journalist Iftikhar Ahmed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, emphasizing the need for journalist safety and security.

Dawn asks: What was Ayaz Amir's crime?

 July 03, 2022: Dawn critiques the violent attack on journalist Ayaz Amir, emphasizing the dangers journalists face for speaking the truth in Pakistan.

Police arrest three suspects in journalist Iftikhar Ahmed's murder

 July 03, 2022: Local police have arrested three suspects in the murder of journalist Iftikhar Ahmed, with ongoing investigations into the motive and circumstances.

Express News journalist Iftikhar Ahmed gunned down in KP

 July 03, 2022: Iftikhar Ahmed, a journalist with Express News, was shot dead in Peshawar's Charsadda area while leaving a mosque after evening prayers.

FIR lodged against unknown assailants who attacked Ayaz Amir

 July 02, 2022: An FIR has been filed against unknown assailants who attacked journalist Ayaz Amir in Lahore, prompting widespread condemnation among media professionals.

Violence against Ayaz Amir widely condemned

 July 02, 2022: The attack on journalist Ayaz Amir has been condemned by many, highlighting concerns over journalists' safety in Pakistan.

Ayaz Amir attacked by unidentified men in Lahore

 July 02, 2022: Senior analyst Ayaz Amir was attacked by unidentified men in Lahore after leaving Dunya News, prompting discussions on freedom of speech.

PTI leader's guards beat up GNN reporter

 July 01, 2022: PTI leader Qasim Khan Suri's guards allegedly assaulted GNN reporter Idrees Abbasi in Rawalpindi over a question, prompting police action demands.