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Journalist arrested for hurting religious sentiments in India

 June 30, 2022: Indian journalist Mohammed Zubair was arrested for a Twitter post allegedly hurting religious sentiments, sparking condemnation from media organizations.

House of president Panjgur Press Club comes under attack

 June 29, 2022: The house of Umar Majid, President of Panjgur Press Club, was attacked by unidentified assailants in Balochistan, but no casualties occurred.

National Press Club decides to hold elections digitally

 June 29, 2022: The National Press Club has decided to digitize its member list and conduct elections using a biometric process for enhanced transparency.

Salman Iqbal, Fawad Chaudhry react to minister's accusations

 June 29, 2022: Salman Iqbal defends ARY's contract with PTV Sports against accusations from Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb regarding illegal agreements.

Sindh Rangers release journalist Arsalan Khan

 June 25, 2022: Arsalan Khan, a journalist detained by Sindh Rangers over alleged terrorist links, has been released after interrogation and is now safely home.

Police arrest fake woman journalist

 June 25, 2022: Sindh Police have arrested a fake woman journalist for extorting money while posing as a TV reporter in Karachi's Garden area.

APP union to protest outside parliament if demands not met

 June 23, 2022: APP Employees Union in Islamabad plans a protest outside Parliament if their demands, including a 40 percent disparity allowance, are not met.

Maryam Nawaz hits out at ARY; the channel strikes back

 June 18, 2022: Maryam Nawaz confronts ARY News over alleged corruption by its owner, Salman Iqbal, during a heated exchange with a reporter.

PEMRA serves show-cause notice on ARY News

 June 18, 2022: PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to ARY News for airing a fabricated report about Finance Minister Miftah Ismail's residence spending.

Decision not to buy newspaper copies for government offices upsets APNS

 June 18, 2022: APNS urges the Prime Minister to reconsider the halt of newspaper purchases by federal offices, fearing severe impacts on the press industry.

YouTuber criticized for promoting sweet drink during interview

 June 18, 2022: YouTuber Zunaira Mahum faces criticism for promoting Jam-e-Shirin during an interview with couple Dua Zehra and Zaheer, sparking controversy.

Dawn urges government to ensure journalists' safety

 June 15, 2022: Dawn urges the government to ensure the safety of journalists following the abduction of Nafees Naeem, highlighting ongoing threats to press freedom.

Journalist Nafees Naeem returns home safely

 June 15, 2022: Nafees Naeem, the Aaj News assignment editor, has returned home after being abducted, raising concerns about journalist safety in Karachi.

Fellowship for covering climate change conference

 June 14, 2022: The CCMP seeks journalists for the 2022 Fellowship Program to cover COP27, taking place in Egypt from November 7-18, 2022.

Pakistani hackers deface Indian TV live broadcast

 June 14, 2022: A Pakistani hacking group defaced an Indian TV channel during a live broadcast, showcasing the Pakistani flag and controversial messages.

PFUJ demands immediate release of Aaj News journalist Nafees Naeem

 June 13, 2022: The PFUJ demands the urgent release of journalist Nafees Naeem, abducted in Karachi, emphasizing the need for journalist safety.

Akhlaq Ahmad elected president Press Gallery of Punjab Assembly

 June 11, 2022: Akhlaq Ahmad elected president of the Press Gallery Committee of the Punjab Assembly with 36 votes, ensuring robust journalism standards.

ISPR warns Shaheen Sehbai of legal action over tweet

 June 10, 2022: The ISPR has issued a warning to journalist Shaheen Sehbai over his controversial tweet regarding the military's neutrality and leadership.

Google official acknowledges Pakistani YouTubers

 June 10, 2022: A Google official revealed that over 300 Pakistani YouTube channels have exceeded one million subscribers, showing significant global appeal.

Aamir Liaquat Hussain passes away in Karachi

 June 09, 2022: Aamir Liaquat Hussain, the renowned television presenter, passed away in Karachi, receiving condolences from numerous political figures.

National Press Club clarifies its position on press conference

 June 08, 2022: The National Press Club condemned retired army officers' behavior at a recent press conference, citing a lack of civility and refusal to answer questions.

Khawar Ghumman quits Dunya TV, joins ARY

 June 07, 2022: Khawar Ghumman has left Dunya TV to assume the role of Islamabad bureau chief at ARY News, marking a new chapter in his journalism career.

PM Shehbaz Sharif's Arabic Twitter account restored

 June 07, 2022: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's Arabic Twitter account has been restored after a brief suspension meant to confirm the user's identity.

Matiullah Jan accused of disrupting news conference

 June 06, 2022: Matiullah Jan faced backlash during a press conference in Islamabad over his questions about corruption and demands for immediate elections.

YouTube channel of Naya Daur Media hacked

 June 06, 2022: The YouTube channel of Naya Daur Media was hacked, with hackers changing its name and affecting video settings, raising concerns about censorship.

Former minister Fawad Chaudhry slams media houses

 June 06, 2022: Fawad Chaudhry criticizes media houses for not supporting journalists despite rising profits, questioning government spending on publicity.

PTV warns employees not to make statements against the organization

 June 05, 2022: PTV has issued a warning to employees against making public statements that could harm the organization, threatening disciplinary action.

Israeli forces kill Palestinian female journalist

 June 03, 2022: Israeli forces fatally shot Palestinian journalist Ghufran Harun Warasneh in Hebron, raising concerns over press safety in conflict zones.

PEMRA bans Sami Ibrahim talk show featuring Imran Khan

 June 02, 2022: PEMRA bans Sami Ibrahim's Tajzia talk show for airing a controversial statement by Imran Khan that jeopardized national security.

Senate committee approves bill for special persons' access to media

 June 02, 2022: The Senate committee has approved a bill aimed at ensuring media access for special persons, addressing their growing alienation from TV content.

Four Pakistani journalists win CPEC Communication Award

 June 02, 2022: Four Pakistani journalists received the 4th CPEC Communication Award at the 7th CPEC Media Forum in Islamabad on Thursday.

YouTube channel of ARY Digital briefly hacked

 June 01, 2022: ARY Digital's YouTube channel was briefly hacked by Indian cybercriminals, leading to unauthorized changes and temporary inaccessibility.

Journalists ridicule government for throwing away money on ads

 June 01, 2022: Journalists criticize the government for wasting funds on expensive advertisements for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's Turkey visit.

PTV fires journalist Ahmed Quraishi for visiting Israel

 June 01, 2022: Pakistan Television has terminated journalist Ahmed Quraishi due to his trip to Israel, stressing there was no official delegation involved.

Akhtar Munir appointed MD of APP

 June 01, 2022: Akhtar Munir has been appointed managing director of the Associated Press of Pakistan, succeeding Mubashir Hassan in this key role.

President Arif Alvi has a new press secretary

 June 01, 2022: Qamar Bashir has been appointed as the new press secretary to President Dr. Arif Alvi, starting his new role at the presidency this week.

Matiullah Jan in a brawl with Sami Ibrahim and Imran Riaz

 June 01, 2022: Matiullah Jan challenges Sami Ibrahim and Imran Riaz Khan to debate allegations against him live on air, prompting social media backlash.