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IFJ launches new Global Charter of Ethics for Journalists

 June 29, 2019: The International Federation of Journalists has adopted a new Global Charter of Ethics to strengthen ethical standards for journalists globally.

Journalist Anil Datta of The News passes away

 June 29, 2019: Senior journalist Anil Datta of The News passed away in Karachi at the age of 70, remembered for his contributions to art and culture journalism.

IFJ calls on Modi for action into journalist murders and attacks

 June 28, 2019: The IFJ urges Prime Minister Modi to address the rise in journalist murders and attacks in India, highlighting a troubling trend in press safety.

CEJ conducts Open House for prospective MSJ students

 June 27, 2019: The Centre for Excellence in Journalism hosted an Open House to introduce prospective students to its unique Masters in Journalism program.

Hussain Haqqani serves legal notice on The Nation

 June 26, 2019: Hussain Haqqani has filed a legal notice against The Nation for defamation over inaccurate opinion editorials concerning his past.

Police arrest newspaper publisher in midnight raid in Indian-Occupied Kashmir

 June 25, 2019: Police arrested journalist Ghulam Jeelani Qadri in a midnight raid over a decades-old case, raising concerns about media freedom in Kashmir.

24 News closing down Quetta bureau, seven to lose jobs

 June 25, 2019: 24 News Television is shutting down its Quetta bureau, with seven staff members to lose their jobs due to financial issues.

PTI leader assaults Karachi Press Club president during live TV show

 June 24, 2019: PTI leader Masroor Ali Sial assaults Karachi Press Club president Imtiaz Khan Faran during a live TV show, sparking widespread outrage.

Aussie watchdog readies clampdown on Google, Facebook

 June 23, 2019: Australia's competition watchdog plans major regulations for Google and Facebook, addressing concerns over their market power and data handling!

'Media's role critical in combating environmental challenges'

 June 22, 2019: Environmental lawyer Sardar Aasif Ali Sial emphasizes media's vital role in addressing Pakistan's environmental challenges at a workshop in Lahore.

Ataul Musawwir Pirzada named editor of The News on Sunday

 June 22, 2019: Jang Group has appointed Ataul Musawwir Pirzada as the new editor of The News on Sunday, effective from July 2023.

CPJ calls for probe into journalist Bilal Khan's murder

 June 20, 2019: The Committee to Protect Journalists demands a swift investigation into the murder of Pakistani journalist Muhammad Bilal Khan in Islamabad.

US, UN must probe Saudi crown prince role in 'extrajudicial killing' of Khashoggi: report

 June 19, 2019: The US and UN are urged to investigate Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's role in the extrajudicial killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

24 News shuts down Peshawar bureau, sacks staff

 June 19, 2019: 24 News Television has closed its Peshawar bureau and laid off approximately a dozen employees with a notice period of one month.

Press freedom in Mexico takes center stage at CPJ summit

 June 19, 2019: A press freedom summit in Mexico City addresses the alarming dangers facing journalists in the country and the ongoing crisis of impunity.

Government complains to BBC over 'biased' story

 June 18, 2019: The Pakistani government has filed a complaint to the BBC over a story alleging human rights abuses, claiming bias and lack of evidence.

Minister's presser live streamed with cat whiskers, ears

 June 15, 2019: A press conference by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa minister Shaukat Yousafzai went viral after a playful cat filter was accidentally activated during the live stream.

Sami Abraham seeks registration of FIR against minister

 June 15, 2019: BOL News anchor Sami Abraham has filed an FIR application against Minister Fawad Chaudhry over an alleged assault during a wedding event.

Journalists attacked allegedly by land grabber's accomplices

 June 15, 2019: Senior journalist Mateen Haider and colleagues were attacked by land grabber's accomplices in Islamabad, prompting police action and arrests.

Minister Fawad says he has initiated legal action against Sami

 June 14, 2019: Fawad Chaudhry initiates legal action against journalist Sami Abraham for defamation, escalating tensions in Pakistan's political landscape.

Arif Hameed Bhatti joins GNN as COO

 June 14, 2019: Arif Hameed Bhatti, formerly of ARY News, joins GNN as COO, promising to meet viewer expectations with a focus on investigative reporting.

IFJ elects Moroccan Younes M'Jahed as the new president

 June 13, 2019: Younes M'Jahed from Morocco is elected as the new president of the International Federation of Journalists during the World Congress in Tunis.

Journalist killed in Mexico, seventh since December

 June 13, 2019: A journalist was shot dead in Mexico, marking the seventh killing of reporters since December, highlighting ongoing violence against the press.

Intelligence operatives harass Dawn journalist Baqir Sajjad

 June 12, 2019: Intelligence operatives harassed journalist Baqir Sajjad in Islamabad after a meeting with British diplomats, drawing widespread condemnation.

Four journalists arrested over tweet in India, one released

 June 12, 2019: Four journalists arrested in Uttar Pradesh for a tweet are condemned by the International Federation of Journalists, with one released on bail.

Iran revokes New York Times correspondent's accreditation

 June 11, 2019: Iran has revoked the accreditation of The New York Times' correspondent Thomas Erdbrink amid escalating tensions with the US over the nuclear deal.

Gen. Asif Ghafoor's telling response to Sana Bucha tweet

 June 08, 2019: Gen. Asif Ghafoor issued a sharp response to Sanaa Bucha's tweet regarding military budget cuts, garnering mixed reactions on social media.

Investigative journalist detained in Russia on drug charges

 June 07, 2019: An investigative journalist in Russia has been detained on drug charges, with supporters claiming the allegations are fabricated due to his reporting!

German draft legislation to enable intelligence agencies to spy on journalists

 June 07, 2019: Germany is facing criticism over draft legislation that would allow intelligence agencies to surveil journalists, raising concerns about press freedom.

Journalist Ejaz Butt suffers double blow

 June 07, 2019: Ejaz Butt faces termination from Jehan Pakistan after reporting a stolen phone at the Governor's House amid demands for his reinstatement!

Russian video blogger attacked, injured

 June 05, 2019: Russian authorities urged to investigate the violent attack on video blogger Vadim Kharchenko in Krasnodar, highlighting press freedom concerns.

Cyril Almeida of Dawn gets World Press Freedom Hero Award

 June 05, 2019: Cyril Almeida of Dawn newspaper was awarded the International Press Institute's World Press Freedom Hero Award for his courageous journalism.

Police raid ABC offices in Sydney

 June 05, 2019: Australian Federal Police raided ABC offices in Sydney, raising serious concerns about press freedom and media intimidation in Australia.

Over 50 journalists detained in Xinjiang

 June 04, 2019: The Uyghur Human Rights Project reveals that 58 journalists have been detained in Xinjiang, raising serious concerns over freedom of expression in China.

Australian police raid journalist's home

 June 04, 2019: Australian Federal Police raided journalist Annika Smethurst's home over a 2018 story, raising serious concerns about press freedom in Australia.

Memorial honors Khashoggi, other journalists slain in 2018

 June 04, 2019: A Washington memorial honors 22 journalists killed in 2018, including Jamal Khashoggi, highlighting threats to press freedom worldwide.

Dawn Editor Zaffar Abbas terms minister's claim 'ridiculous'

 June 04, 2019: Dawn Editor Zaffar Abbas calls Human Rights Minister Dr. Shireen Mazari's allegations against him ridiculous and challenges her to provide proof.

Information Ministry lacks capacity to respond to world media: Fawad

 June 04, 2019: Fawad Chaudhry criticized the Information Ministry's inability to engage with global media, highlighting a lack of capacity to address key issues.

IFJ demands justice after wrongful raid on journalist's home

 June 03, 2019: The IFJ and PFUJ demand justice after police unjustly raided journalist Shahid Sultan's home, traumatizing his family in Rawalpindi.

PFUJ condemns PEMRA ban on discussions about references

 June 01, 2019: PFUJ criticizes PEMRA's ban on discussions regarding judicial references, asserting it violates freedom of speech as per the Constitution of Pakistan.