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NAB complains to PEMRA, seeks action against Mubasher Lucman

 June 30, 2017: NAB has filed a complaint with PEMRA against Mubasher Lucman for airing false and defamatory content about the bureau and its chairman.

Vietnam sentences blogger to 10 years in prison

 June 29, 2017: Vietnam sentences prominent blogger Nguyen Ngoc Nhu Quynh to 10 years in prison for defaming the Communist regime through social media posts.

Quetta journalist booked under cybercrime law; handed over to FIA: Freedom Network

 June 29, 2017: Quetta journalist Zafar Achakzai was arrested under cybercrime law for social media posts, raising concerns about freedom of expression in Pakistan.

Journalist beaten up by alleged drug dealers in Badin

 June 29, 2017: A senior journalist in Badin was attacked by drug peddlers for reporting on their illegal activities, raising concerns among local journalists.

Family of arrested journalist assured he will be released 'soon'

 June 29, 2017: The family of journalist Zafar Achakzai, detained for criticizing security agencies, is assured he will be released soon amid ongoing press suppression.

PEMRA told to allow airing of Indian content, claims Ansar Abbasi

 June 29, 2017: Ansar Abbasi claims that the Prime Minister's House has instructed PEMRA to allow illegal Indian channels in Pakistan despite previous bans.

CPJ presses for release of journalist Zafar Achakzai

 June 28, 2017: The Committee to Protect Journalists urges immediate action for the release of Zafar Achakzai, detained in Pakistan for criticizing security agencies.

Senior journalist murdered in Karachi

 June 28, 2017: Senior journalist Zeba Burney was found murdered in her Karachi apartment during the Eid holidays, raising concerns about press safety.

Mexican journalists cry 'SOS' after sixth colleague murdered

 June 28, 2017: Mexican journalists protest the murder of their colleague Salvador Adame, raising awareness of the dangers faced by media professionals in the country.

PEMRA denies it barred channels from airing news about Parachinar attacks

 June 28, 2017: PEMRA has denied claims of instructing TV channels to avoid reporting on the recent Parachinar terrorist attacks amidst rising tensions.

IFJ condemns closure of Al Wasat newspaper in Bahrain

 June 28, 2017: The IFJ condemns the Bahraini government's ban on Al Wasat newspaper, leading to its closure and affecting independent journalism in Bahrain.

Alea Callan wins award for her film Good Morning Pakistan

 June 28, 2017: Aela Callan wins the 2017 Jane Cunningham Croly Award for Excellence in Journalism for her film Good Morning Pakistan, highlighting women reporters.

EU hits Google with record $2.7 billion fine

 June 28, 2017: The EU imposed a record $2.7 billion fine on Google for antitrust violations, marking a significant regulatory action against the tech giant.

Media Group in Hong Kong encouraging staff to go freelance

 June 27, 2017: Next Media Group's move to encourage staff to freelance raises concerns about job security and benefits, according to the International Federation of Journalists.

Journalist reportedly arrested in Quetta

 June 27, 2017: Journalist Zafar Achakzai reportedly arrested by security personnel in Quetta amid unconfirmed reports regarding his social media posts.

Kidnapped journalist found dead in Mexico, sixth of 2017

 June 27, 2017: The body of Salvador Adame, a kidnapped journalist from Mexico, was found burned, marking the sixth journalist death in the country this year.

Indian state assembly sentences two editors to prison for defamation

 June 24, 2017: Karnataka assembly sentences editors Ravi Belagere and Anil Raju to one year in prison for defamation regarding articles on legislative members.

New York's first television journalist Gabe Pressman dies at 93

 June 24, 2017: Gabe Pressman, New York's first television journalist and a pioneering broadcaster, has passed away at 93 after a 60-year career in journalism.

FIH president apologizes to Pakistan, others for social media outburst

 June 24, 2017: FIH President Narinder Dhruv Batra has apologized to Pakistan and others for his inappropriate social media comments during a recent hockey match.

Saudi-led coalition lists Al Jazeera closure among conditions to end Qatar crisis

 June 23, 2017: Saudi-led coalition demands Qatar close Al Jazeera within 10 days as part of 13 conditions to resolve the ongoing Qatar crisis.

Attack on journalists: Case registered against 39 varsity officials

 June 23, 2017: Punjab Police register a case against 39 University of Agriculture officials for assaulting journalists covering a student expulsion story.

Samaa directed to apologize for airing untrue comments against Captain Sarfraz Ahmed

 June 23, 2017: PEMRA has directed Samaa TV to apologize to Captain Sarfaraz Ahmed for airing untrue comments made by Aamir Sohail about him.

Internet, cable TV shut down due to political unrest in Darjeeling

 June 23, 2017: Political unrest in Darjeeling leads to an internet and cable TV shutdown, raising concerns from the International Federation of Journalists.

Shooting the messenger should not be an option: Dawn

 June 23, 2017: Dawn condemns recent violence against journalists in Pakistan, emphasizing the need for government accountability and protection for media personnel.

Sami Abraham terms Ansar Abbasi's accountability offer 'another plot to stay in the news'

 June 22, 2017: Sami Abraham criticizes Ansar Abbasi's accountability offer as a publicity stunt and questions its timing amidst ongoing investigations.

PFUJ gives government 24-hour deadline to act against those who beat up journalists

 June 22, 2017: Journalist unions have given the government 24 hours to take action against those responsible for the recent assaults on journalists in Islamabad and Faisalabad.

TV One told to apologize over controversial remarks about Quaid-i-Azam

 June 22, 2017: PEMRA has ordered TV One and Sahir Lodhi to apologize for controversial remarks about Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah aired during a program.

Klasra-Zaidi Twitter match continues

 June 22, 2017: The ongoing Twitter feud between Rauf Klasra and Mubasher Zaidi escalates as Klasra threatens legal action over corruption allegations.

Shaheen Sehbai tweet on Talat a shocker

 June 22, 2017: Senior journalist Shaheen Sehbai's controversial tweet regarding Talat Hussain's dismissal has sparked significant reactions among media circles.

Attacking journalists unacceptable: CPJ official

 June 22, 2017: The Committee to Protect Journalists calls for action after recent attacks on journalists in Pakistan, urging authorities to ensure their safety.

Seminary students thrash Din TV crew

 June 21, 2017: Seminary students attacked a Din TV crew in Islamabad, claiming they drank water during Ramadan fasting hours before being beaten and robbed.

Journalists protest violence against colleagues

 June 21, 2017: Journalists across Pakistan protested against the violence faced by media workers, demanding justice and accountability for the perpetrators.

PFUJ rejects 'sham' draft of Journalists' Protection and Welfare Bill

 June 20, 2017: The PFUJ has categorically rejected the 'sham' Journalists' Protection and Welfare Bill, stating it fails to provide adequate safeguards for journalists.

PEMRA notice to Samaa over Aamir Sohail comments

 June 20, 2017: PEMRA has issued a notice to Samaa for airing Aamir Sohail's controversial comments regarding Sarfraz Ahmed, initiated by a PCB complaint.

Unregulated use of social media in Pakistan could prove disastrous: Saleem Safi

 June 20, 2017: Saleem Safi warns that the unregulated use of social media in Pakistan poses serious risks, leading to misinformation and potential disaster.

University guards beat up Samaa crew, damage news gathering van in Faisalabad

 June 20, 2017: In Faisalabad, a Samaa Television crew was assaulted by university guards while covering a student issue, resulting in a damaged news van.

Pakistani journalists under fire from many sides

 June 19, 2017: Pakistani journalists face increasing threats from militants, the military, and political criminals, making their profession highly dangerous.

Newspaper columns attempt to clarify corruption allegations against Rauf Klasra

 June 18, 2017: Rauf Klasra responds to corruption allegations in two columns, defending his integrity and addressing accusations from social media rivals.

Imran Khan dubs Mir Shakil 'Godfather of media' as PTI boycotts Geo-Jang Group

 June 17, 2017: Imran Khan labels Mir Shakilur Rehman the 'Godfather of media' as PTI announces a boycott of the Geo-Jang Group amid rising tensions.

Ayaz Amir criticizes media for pressuring JIT

 June 17, 2017: Ayaz Amir criticizes media for pressuring JIT while praising their investigation into money laundering allegations against the Sharif family.

Prime Minister refused to answer JIT questions, claims Shaheen Sehbai

 June 15, 2017: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif reportedly refused to answer questions from a judicial investigation team regarding corruption allegations against his family.

Stop using journalists as 'political footballs' in Qatar crisis, demands IFJ

 June 15, 2017: The IFJ urges Arab authorities to stop using journalists as political tools amid the Qatar crisis that jeopardizes media staff and families.

Channel 24 producer detained for two hours

 June 15, 2017: A Channel 24 producer was detained for two hours by police while attempting to send footage from the Judicial Academy where PM Nawaz Sharif appeared.

RIUJ condemns Haripur journalist's murder, arrest of Channel 24 producer

 June 15, 2017: The RIUJ condemns the murder of journalist Bakshish Elahi and the arrest of Channel 24 producer in a recent meeting urging action from the government.

PEMRA fines Nickelodeon Rs500000

 June 15, 2017: PEMRA fines Nickelodeon Rs500000 for airing indecent content in the Winx Club episode, requiring the channel to improve content monitoring.

PEMRA show-cause notice to Starlite for airing vulgar song

 June 14, 2017: PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to Starlite Television for airing a vulgar song during Ramzan, requiring a response by June 18.

Private company guards assault journalists in Afghanistan

 June 14, 2017: The IFJ condemns an assault on journalists by private security guards in Nangrahar, demanding accountability and a thorough investigation.

HRCP says inaction of authorities over threats to journalist's life defies belief

 June 13, 2017: HRCP condemns the killing of a journalist and the threats against another, calling for urgent action from authorities to ensure their safety.

CPJ calls for probe into attempt on Express Tribune reporter's life

 June 13, 2017: The CPJ urges a thorough investigation into the threats and attack on journalist Rana Tanveer, emphasizing the need for justice and protection for reporters.

IFJ condemns killing of journalist Bakshish Elahi

 June 12, 2017: The IFJ condemns the killing of journalist Bakshish Elahi in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and calls for justice for the targeted attack.

Journalist beaten up by political leader's guards

 June 11, 2017: A journalist in Karachi was beaten by guards of a political leader after objecting to their convoy's reckless driving.

Press freedom under attack: Journalist Bakshish Elahi murdered in Haripur

 June 11, 2017: Bakshish Elahi, a journalist and Bureau Chief, was murdered in Haripur, raising alarms about press freedom in Pakistan and calling for justice.

Lahore man sentenced to death for sharing blasphemous content on social media

 June 10, 2017: A Lahore man was sentenced to death for sharing blasphemous content about Islam on social media, marking a severe cyber-crime penalty in Pakistan.

Journalists told not to use cell phones during NA proceedings

 June 10, 2017: Journalists are prohibited from using mobile phones during National Assembly proceedings, following a directive emphasizing adherence to rules.

Express Tribune reporter Rana Tanveer escapes being run over by car, fractures leg

 June 10, 2017: Journalist Rana Tanveer, known for his reporting on religious minorities, fractures his leg after a car attempt to run him over in Islamabad.

Indian journalists protest raid on NDTV

 June 09, 2017: Indian journalists protested against police raids on NDTV founders, viewing it as an attack on press freedom amid rising tensions in the media landscape.

Turkey releases French photographer

 June 09, 2017: French photographer Mathias Depardon has been released from Turkey and deported to France, following detention on terrorism-related charges.

PEMRA bans 'indecent' cell phone advert

 June 09, 2017: PEMRA has banned the Q Mobile E-1 advert featuring Fahd Mustafa for being indecent, effective Saturday at 6:00 pm.

Death threats to Express Tribune journalist for reporting on religious minorities

 June 08, 2017: The International Federation of Journalists condemns death threats to journalist Rana Tanveer for his reporting on religious minorities in Pakistan.

India in awkward position as four journalists killed in six months

 June 07, 2017: India faces criticism as four journalists are murdered in six months, highlighting the need for special protection laws for media professionals.

PEMRA tells TV channels to follow IHC order on Ramzan guidelines

 June 07, 2017: PEMRA has instructed TV channels to adhere to the Islamabad High Court's Ramzan guidelines as per the Supreme Court's decision.

Indian NDTV targeted for alleged loan default

 June 07, 2017: The IFJ expresses concern over CBI raids at NDTV offices and promoters' homes, urging authorities to protect press freedom amid allegations of loan defaults.

Media blackout widens as Egypt blocks over 20 news websites

 June 06, 2017: The Egyptian authorities have blocked over 20 news websites, including Al Jazeera, amid accusations of supporting terrorism and spreading false information.

APP journalist robbed in broad daylight

 June 06, 2017: A senior journalist from the Associated Press of Pakistan was robbed in broad daylight at Khana Pul while purchasing groceries.

Tracking Error 404: IFJ-SAMSN Guide to Monitoring Internet Shutdowns launched

 June 06, 2017: The IFJ and SAMSN launched a guide to monitor internet shutdowns, emphasizing the impact on press freedom and freedom of expression in South Asia.

Saudi Arabia shuts down Al Jazeera office

 June 05, 2017: Saudi Arabia has closed the local office of Al Jazeera, accusing the network of supporting terrorism following diplomatic tensions with Qatar.

Aaj TV gets PEMRA notice for illegally airing BBC, VOA programs

 June 05, 2017: PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to Aaj TV for illegally airing BBC and VOA programs without proper authorization.

Protect journalists: Daily Times calls on media watchdogs to step up pressure on government

 June 05, 2017: Daily Times urges global watchdogs to pressure the Pakistani government for journalists' safety amid escalating violence against media workers.

IFJ concerned over attempt to abduct TV journalist

 June 05, 2017: The IFJ expresses grave concerns over an attempted abduction of journalist Azaz Syed in Islamabad, urging a comprehensive investigation.

PEMRA warning to Geo Super and Geo News for infringing PTV rights

 June 04, 2017: PEMRA has issued warnings to Geo Super and Geo News for broadcasting ICC Champions Trophy footage, violating PTV Sports' exclusive rights.

Journalists protest attempted kidnapping of Geo correspondent

 June 03, 2017: Journalists protested the attempted kidnapping of Geo correspondent Azaz Syed, demanding safety and accountability from the government in Islamabad.

Geo journalist Azaz Syed escapes kidnapping attempt

 June 03, 2017: Geo journalist Azaz Syed narrowly escaped a kidnapping attempt in Islamabad, prompting police investigation and calls for CCTV evidence.

Supreme Court stops PEMRA from taking action against channels violating Ramzan guidelines

 June 02, 2017: The Supreme Court has halted PEMRA's action against channels for violating Ramzan guidelines, pending a decision from the Islamabad High Court.

Court rejects ARY appeal, rules in favor of PEMRA

 June 01, 2017: Islamabad High Court rules in favor of PEMRA, rejecting ARY News' appeal over a fine related to an incendiary program.

Imran Khan to appear on BOL with Naya Pakistan

 June 01, 2017: Imran Khan will appear on BOL News' Naya Pakistan this Saturday, engaging in an interview-format program with pressing political discussions.

Unidentified assailants murder journalist in India

 June 01, 2017: The IFJ condemns the murder of journalist Kamlesh Jain in Madhya Pradesh, urging authorities to investigate the crime and bring the assailants to justice.

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and Syrian photojournalist al-Masri win Knight International Journalism Award

 June 01, 2017: Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and Karam al-Masri win the 2017 Knight International Journalism Award for impactful reporting on human rights issues.

New York Times offers buyouts to newsroom employees

 June 01, 2017: The New York Times offers buyouts to newsroom staff to cut editing positions and enhance reporting, with potential layoffs looming if not enough accept.

Sahir Lodhi lands TV One in trouble; PEMRA issues notice

 June 01, 2017: PEMRA issues a show-cause notice to TV One for Sahir Lodhi's remarks blaming Jinnah for partition-related deaths during the Ishq-e-Ramzan program.