Archives

At least 25 journalists released pending trial in Turkey

 March 31, 2017: At least 25 journalists, jailed after the 2016 coup attempt in Turkey, have been released pending trial amid ongoing charges and restrictions.

Raza Al Rehman elected President of Quetta Press Club

 March 31, 2017: Raza Al Rehman has been elected as the new President of Quetta Press Club following a decisive victory for the Journalist Panel.

Hum TV fined Rs1 million for airing indecent content

 March 31, 2017: Hum TV has been fined Rs1 million by PEMRA for airing objectionable content in the drama serial 'Kitni Girhein Baqi Hein'.

BOL Media Group's new channel Pak News goes on air

 March 31, 2017: BOL Media Group has launched a new news channel, Pak News, focusing on current affairs alongside its existing channels.

PEMRA slaps five-day ban on Geo morning show, channel fined Rs1 million

 March 30, 2017: PEMRA has imposed a five-day ban on Geo News' morning show following the airing of indecent content, along with a fine of Rs1 million.

Pakistan says Facebook vows to tackle concerns over blasphemous content

 March 30, 2017: Facebook has pledged to address the concerns of Pakistan regarding blasphemous content, with a delegation set to meet government officials this week.

Newspapers forced to close down in Gilgit-Baltistan

 March 30, 2017: The shutdown of local newspapers in Gilgit-Baltistan raises significant concerns about press freedom and the safety of journalists in the region.

KUJ writes to ARY CEO, calls for immediate payment of salaries

 March 29, 2017: KUJ has urged ARY News CEO Salman Iqbal to address the delayed salaries to restore staff trust and morale.

PUJ to hold protest against layoffs at 7 News

 March 29, 2017: Punjab Union of Journalists plans protest against unjust layoffs at 7 News Television, demanding accountability and action from management.

KUJ-D warns Aaj News of protest if staff salaries not disbursed

 March 28, 2017: KUJ-D has warned Aaj News of potential protests if staff salaries continue to be delayed, highlighting significant concerns for journalists.

PEMRA advisory to Neo TV

 March 28, 2017: PEMRA has directed Neo TV to cease commentary on cases pending before the Supreme Judicial Council, citing violations of previous orders.

Nepal reintroduces restrictive online media directives

 March 28, 2017: The Nepal Government's revised Online Media Directives threaten press freedom and expression, raising concerns from national and international journalism bodies.

Aamir Liaquat told to apologize to individuals against whom he made hate comments, BOL fined Rs1m

 March 27, 2017: PEMRA ordered Aamir Liaquat to apologize for hate comments and imposed a Rs1 million fine on BOL News, ensuring compliance before April 1.

Ansar Abbasi wonders when PEMRA will make female anchors wear dupattas

 March 27, 2017: Ansar Abbasi questions when PEMRA will enforce the rule for female anchors on private TV channels to wear a dupatta following a Lahore High Court directive.

Reporter in trouble for publishing fake news about minister

 March 26, 2017: A reporter has been booked by Gilgit-Baltistan Police for publishing fake news about the region's minister, Iqbal Hasan, and attempted blackmail.

Regulator bans Zong 4G commercial for non-compliance

 March 26, 2017: PEMRA has imposed an immediate ban on Zong 4G's commercial for non-compliance with regulations and objectionable content.

PEMRA issues notice to ARY for remarks against PM

 March 25, 2017: PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to ARY News for airing controversial remarks against the Prime Minister during The Reporters program.

Nine channels get notices for airing fake news of plane crash

 March 25, 2017: Nine TV channels face PEMRA notices for broadcasting false news about a plane crash in Kallar Syedan, risking fines or license cancellations.

Notice served on DawnNews for defying PEMRA ban

 March 25, 2017: PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to DawnNews for violating a ban on its program, Zara Hut Kay, imposed after discussing a pending case.

PEMRA to rule on BOL anchor and his program after minutes finalized

 March 25, 2017: PEMRA will decide on complaints against BOL anchor Aamir Liaquat and his program Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga after finalizing the meeting minutes.

Third Mexican journalist killed in a month

 March 25, 2017: Miroslava Breach Velducea, a journalist in Mexico, was the third media worker killed this month, highlighting a disturbing trend of violence against the press.

RIUJ seeks action against lawyers involved in attack on journalist

 March 24, 2017: The Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists has condemned an attack on journalist Bilal Afridi by lawyers and is seeking action against them.

BOL Media Group ready to launch Pak News TV

 March 24, 2017: BOL Media Group is set to launch its news channel, Pak News TV, focusing on regional news coverage and minimizing publicity prior to the launch.

Online harassment and threats for Indian journalist exposing illegal sand mining

 March 24, 2017: Indian journalist Sandhya Ravishankar faces online harassment and threats for her investigative reporting on illegal sand mining in Tamil Nadu.

Shahzada Zulfiqar first Balochistan journalist to receive Pride of Performance Award

 March 23, 2017: Shahzada Zulfiqar becomes Balochistan's first journalist to receive the prestigious Pride of Performance Award for his distinguished career in journalism.

Ahmed Al Jaber - face of the forgotten war in Yemen

 March 23, 2017: Ahmed Al Jaber, a Yemeni journalist, now a refugee in France, shares his harrowing journey escaping conflict and seeking safety for his family.

Pakistan seeks Facebook meeting, threatens action over blasphemy

 March 23, 2017: Pakistan threatens social media companies with action over online blasphemy, seeking a meeting with Facebook to address the issue.

PEMRA directive to TV and FM radio channels

 March 22, 2017: PEMRA has mandated TV and FM radio channels to comply with legal provisions or face strict action regarding freedom of speech and regulations.

Over Rs1400m collected as PTV fees, part of electricity bill in last two financial years

 March 22, 2017: Over Rs1400 million collected in PTV fees as part of electricity bills in two years, the Senate revealed during a question hour session.

Daily Times questions Zardari featuring in TV show

 March 21, 2017: Daily Times criticizes Asif Ali Zardari's choice to be a political analyst on TV, suggesting he focus on revitalizing the PPP instead.

Afzal Butt elected PFUJ president, Ayub Jan the new secretary

 March 21, 2017: Afzal Butt has been elected as the new president of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists, with Ayub Jan appointed as the secretary.

Iconic US newspaper columnist Jimmy Breslin dies at 88

 March 20, 2017: Jimmy Breslin, renowned US columnist and reporter, passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of impactful journalism and literary contributions.

PEMRA bans DawnNews program for three days

 March 20, 2017: PEMRA has imposed a three-day ban on DawnNews program Zara Hut Kay for discussing a reference against Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui pending before the Supreme.

Blasphemy charges create climate of fear for Pakistani media

 March 18, 2017: Blasphemy charges in Pakistan are stifling media freedom and instilling fear among journalists and bloggers, undermining democratic discourse.

BOL chief announces launch of newspapers within a month

 March 18, 2017: BOL News' CEO Shoaib Ahmad Shaikh announced the launch of regional newspapers in multiple languages within a month.

Allegations of sexual harassment levelled against PTV director not proven, NA told

 March 17, 2017: The National Assembly reports that allegations against PTV director Agha Masood Shorish of sexual harassment were not proven during the inquiry.

Express Tribune photojournalist Muhammad Javed passes away

 March 17, 2017: Muhammad Javed, a dedicated photojournalist for The Express Tribune, passed away after battling bone cancer at 52 years old.

Haroon Rashid says Cyril Almeida 'an irresponsible and careless journalist'

 March 17, 2017: Haroon Rashid criticizes Cyril Almeida for his alleged irresponsibility and careless reporting regarding national security issues in Pakistan.

Government warning to media houses, social media users

 March 17, 2017: The government warns media houses and social media users about restrictions on freedom of expression under Article 19 and related laws.

PEMRA serves notice on TVOne for 'objectionable' dance in morning show

 March 16, 2017: PEMRA issues a notice to TVOne for airing an 'objectionable' dance on a morning show, citing multiple viewer complaints and regulatory violations.

Columnist shot dead in the Philippines

 March 15, 2017: The murder of columnist Joaquin Brinoes in the Philippines highlights the ongoing threats against journalists in the region.

Geo in trouble for airing kiss

 March 15, 2017: PEMRA issues a show-cause notice to Geo News for airing a kiss during a morning show, citing violations of broadcasting codes.

Nawaz Sharif orders blasphemous content be removed from social media

 March 15, 2017: Nawaz Sharif demands immediate removal of blasphemous content from social media to protect religious sentiments and ensure strict punishment for offenders.

Raza Rumi is the new editor at Daily Times

 March 14, 2017: Raza Rumi has been appointed as the new editor of Daily Times, aiming to enhance its editorial quality and embrace digital transformation.

PTV expenditure higher than revenue in last three years, Senate told

 March 13, 2017: PTV's expenditure has exceeded its revenue for three consecutive years, according to the Senate report presented by Minister Maryum Aurangzeb.

No justice, no support for families of Balochistan's fallen journalists

 March 12, 2017: Since 2008, Balochistan has seen over 40 journalists killed, with their families left without justice or support.

One last chance to government for reply on PEMRA chief's appointment

 March 11, 2017: The Lahore High Court has given the federal government a final chance to respond to a petition against Absar Alam's appointment as PEMRA chairman.

PEMRA Councils reserve recommendations on Aamir Liaquat's case

 March 10, 2017: PEMRA Councils in Sindh and Lahore reserve recommendations on Aamir Liaquat's program amidst ongoing complaints and a Supreme Court directive.

Appointment of PTV chairman did not require open advertisement, NA told

 March 10, 2017: The National Assembly revealed that Atta ul Haq Qasimi's PTV chairman appointment did not require an open advertisement as per the Civil Establishment Code.

Xinjiang Police say media have no right to ask questions

 March 09, 2017: Xinjiang Police have denied the media's right to ask questions, prompting concern from the International Federation of Journalists regarding press freedom.

Neo TV blunders; gets PEMRA notice

 March 09, 2017: PEMRA issues a show cause notice to Neo TV for mistakenly airing the photo of a current judge instead of the deceased former Chief Justice Sajjad Ali Shah.

RIUJ, press club condemn social media campaign against journalist Iffat Hasan

 March 09, 2017: RIUJ and the National Press Club condemn the social media campaign against journalist Iffat Hasan, demanding an end to the baseless accusations.

Rally urges stern action against blasphemous content on social media

 March 09, 2017: Over 2,000 students rally in Islamabad demanding government action against blasphemous social media content following a High Court ruling.

PEMRA notices to 27 TV channels for not airing apology

 March 08, 2017: PEMRA issued show cause notices to 27 TV channels for not apologizing for false news on a Lahore bomb blast, with compliance from only 2 channels.

IFJ for action to defend women's voices online in Asia-Pacific

 March 08, 2017: The IFJ and its Asia-Pacific affiliates demand action to combat online harassment against women journalists, emphasizing the need for safer digital spaces.

Pakistan Press Foundation calls on media to promote safety of female staff

 March 08, 2017: Pakistan Press Foundation urges media to improve safety for female staff, highlighting the low representation and high rates of harassment in the industry.

IFJ calls for global action for gender equality

 March 07, 2017: Journalists worldwide will unite on International Women's Day to advocate for gender equality and address critical issues in media workplaces.

Women journalists demand reserved seats

 March 07, 2017: Women journalists in Pakistan demand reserved seats in media bodies during a National Women Conference aimed at promoting gender equality in media.

BBC crew attacked by thugs in China

 March 06, 2017: A BBC crew faced violence and intimidation in China while attempting to interview a petitioner in Hunan Province, raising concerns over press freedom.

Khawar Ghumman likely to be named 92 News bureau chief

 March 06, 2017: Khawar Ghumman is poised to be appointed as the new bureau chief of 92 News in Islamabad, replacing Mohsin Raza.

New BOL report targets PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam

 March 05, 2017: BOL News has released a report accusing PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam of misconduct and favoritism regarding his appointment and actions against Indian content.

PEMRA acts against BOL again, serves show cause notice for hate comments

 March 04, 2017: PEMRA has issued a show cause notice to BOL News for airing hate comments in a program, demanding an explanation by March 10.

Journalist shot dead in Mexico

 March 04, 2017: A journalist was murdered in Guerrero, Mexico, adding to the alarming rise in reporter killings in one of the world's most dangerous countries for media.

PEMRA slaps fines on channels that aired false news about bomb blast

 March 03, 2017: PEMRA fines 29 TV channels for airing false news about a bomb blast in Lahore, demanding public apologies on March 6.

Dunya News agrees to reinstate sacked staffers

 March 03, 2017: Dunya News has decided to reinstate staff members it recently laid off, following a threatened protest by the Punjab Union of Journalists.

PTV anchor allegedly harassed at workplace quits

 March 02, 2017: Tanzeela Mazhar resigns from PTV after alleging sexual harassment, claiming management prioritized one individual over the organization's integrity.

Watchdog's open letter to interior minister, calls for urgent action to protect journalists, bloggers

 March 02, 2017: Amnesty International urges Pakistan's authorities to urgently protect journalists and human rights activists from harassment and violent attacks.

PEMRA warns 8XM for airing vulgar songs

 March 01, 2017: PEMRA has warned 8XM for airing vulgar songs, highlighting viewer complaints and the need for compliance with the Code of Conduct 2015.

Indian journalist released on bail after 17 months in jail

 March 01, 2017: Santosh Yadav, an Indian journalist, was granted bail by the Supreme Court after 17 months in jail on charges widely viewed as fabricated.

Islamabad High Court suspends PEMRA ban on BOL show

 March 01, 2017: Islamabad High Court has suspended PEMRA's ban on the BOL News program Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga, citing unilateral motives behind the decision.