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Sudan sentences two journalists for 'false news', another two for defamation

 March 31, 2018: Sudanese court sentences two journalists to prison for false news and two others for defamation, escalating government repression of the press.

Rights body says alarming pattern of attacks on media

 March 29, 2018: South Asia Media Defenders Network highlights concerning pattern of journalist attacks, calling for improved protections in the region.

IFJ calls for immediate probe into Nawa-i-Waqt journalist's murder

 March 29, 2018: The IFJ calls for an immediate investigation into the murder of journalist Zeeshan Ashraf Butt in Pakistan, emphasizing the need for journalist safety.

Seminar highlights role of women in media

 March 29, 2018: A seminar in Islamabad emphasized the importance of empowering women in media, addressing challenges and promoting equal opportunities.

Two Mexican policemen convicted for murder of journalist; chief suspects still at large

 March 29, 2018: Two police officers in Veracruz were sentenced for their role in the 2015 murder of journalist Moisés Sánchez, yet key suspects remain at large.

Kenyan journalists assaulted by police at Nairobi airport

 March 28, 2018: Kenyan police assaulted journalists at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta Airport, prompting calls for an investigation by the Committee to Protect Journalists.

Nawa-i-Waqt journalist shot dead in Begowala, Sialkot

 March 27, 2018: A journalist from Nawa-i-Waqt was shot dead by a union council chairman in Sialkot, marking the second journalist killed in Pakistan this year.

Journalist abducted in Tank

 March 27, 2018: A journalist, Shah Zaman Mehsud, was abducted from Tank city by unidentified men on Sunday night, escalating concerns over press freedom.

Slovak journalist's murder was contract killing, prosecutor says

 March 27, 2018: A prosecutor reveals that the murder of Slovak journalist Jan Kuciak and his fiancée was likely a contract killing, sparking mass protests.

Police make arrest over Indian journalist's 'sand mafia' death

 March 27, 2018: Police have arrested a truck driver in connection with the murder of journalist Sandeep Sharma, raising concerns over safety for reporters in India.

Shooters abduct at least seven from Yemen media foundation

 March 27, 2018: Yemeni authorities urged to investigate the abduction of seven individuals from a media foundation's offices amid rising dangers for journalists in Yemen.

Two Indian journalists killed in 24 hours

 March 27, 2018: Two Indian journalists were killed in separate hit-and-run incidents, raising concerns about safety for reporters in India.

Malaysian government tables 'Anti-Fake News' bill

 March 27, 2018: The Malaysian government's 'Anti-Fake News' bill imposes severe penalties ahead of general elections, prompting criticism from media unions.

Ethiopia arrests at least five journalists during state of emergency

 March 27, 2018: Ethiopian authorities have arrested five journalists during a state of emergency, prompting calls for their release from the Committee to Protect Journalists.

Salary delay at Geo: RIUJ gives 72-hour deadline to channel managers

 March 26, 2018: The RIUJ has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to Geo Television for the payment of two months of overdue staff salaries.

Police assault journalists covering demonstrations in Delhi

 March 26, 2018: Delhi police assaulted journalists during a demonstration at Jawaharlal Nehru University, raising concerns over press freedom and safety.

Facebook apologizes for data scandal in UK, US newspaper ads

 March 26, 2018: Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg apologized in full-page ads for the data privacy scandal impacting users in the UK and US, vowing to enhance user protection.

Adnan Aamir first journalist from Balochistan selected for Chevening Journalism Fellowship

 March 25, 2018: Adnan Aamir has made history as the first journalist from Balochistan selected for the prestigious Chevening South Asian Journalism Fellowship.

Transgender newscaster appears on television - a first in Pakistan

 March 24, 2018: Kohenoor News Television has made history by hiring Marvia Malik as Pakistan's first transgender news presenter, breaking barriers in media!

Egypt expels British reporter

 March 24, 2018: Egypt expels British journalist Bel Trew following detention and threats of a military trial amid media crackdown before presidential elections.

Quebec court orders Radio-Canada reporter to reveal her sources

 March 24, 2018: A Quebec court has mandated Radio-Canada journalist Marie-Maude Denis to disclose her sources in a high-profile corruption case involving Liberal politicians.

UN, AFP launch prize to honor slain Mexican journalists

 March 23, 2018: The UN and AFP have launched the Breach-Valdez Prize to honor journalists in Mexico who face dangers while reporting on human rights abuses.

Series of attacks against journalists in Iraq

 March 22, 2018: A series of recent attacks on journalists in Iraq prompts calls from IFJ and KJS for press freedom and safety ahead of the upcoming elections.

Journalist killed in Mexican state known for drug cartel violence

 March 22, 2018: A Mexican journalist was tragically shot dead in Veracruz, a state notorious for escalating drug cartel violence.

Slovak president accepts new government to end crisis over journalist's murder

 March 22, 2018: Slovak President Andrej Kiska appoints a new cabinet to address the political crisis following the murder of journalist Jan Kuciak.

Watchdog calls for lifting ban on journalism in Orakzai tribal region

 March 21, 2018: Freedom Network demands the lifting of the five-month ban on journalism in Orakzai, asserting it violates citizens' rights to information.

Reuters journalists clock up 100 days in Myanmar jail

 March 21, 2018: Two Reuters journalists have spent 100 days in detention in Myanmar as their trial under the Official Secrets Act continues amidst international outcry.

Honor for The News journalist Myra Imran

 March 21, 2018: Myra Imran of The News was honored with the Khadija Tul Kubra Award for her impactful reporting on women with disabilities in Pakistan.

European parliament hears calls for urgent protection of journalists and trade unions in Somalia

 March 21, 2018: The European Parliament urgently addresses the need for enhanced protections for journalists and trade unions in Somalia amid escalating dangers.

TVOne bags ICON Digital Award for social media development

 March 21, 2018: TVOne receives the ICON Digital Award for exceptional contributions to social media development at AlphaPro's Social Media Summit in Islamabad.

Slovak journalist sentenced to three years in prison for defamation

 March 20, 2018: Slovak journalist Lukáš Milan received a three-year suspended prison sentence for defamation, sparking condemnation from the International Press Institute.

CPJ expresses concerns over the US CLOUD Act

 March 20, 2018: The CPJ raises concerns over the CLOUD Act, warning it could jeopardize journalist data privacy and increase foreign government surveillance.

Supreme Court bans Dr. Shahid Masood for three months

 March 20, 2018: The Supreme Court has imposed a three-month ban on Dr. Shahid Masood for false reporting related to the Zainab murder case.

Journalists arrested in continuing crackdown in the Maldives

 March 19, 2018: Three journalists from Raajje TV were arrested in the Maldives amid a crackdown on opposition media, raising concerns over press freedom.

Aamir Liaquat joins PTI

 March 19, 2018: Controversial TV presenter Aamir Liaquat has officially joined Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf, raising questions about his role at Channel 24.

IFJ backs Iran talks call over BBC Persian journalists

 March 16, 2018: The IFJ supports calls to the Iranian authorities to end harassment of BBC Persian journalists and their families abroad.

RIUJ elections: Journalist Panel elected unopposed

 March 16, 2018: The Journalist Panel was elected unopposed in the RIUJ elections after the Democratic Panel withdrew their candidacy, cementing Mubarak Zeb Khan's presidency.

Attack on Metro Watch: PFUJ warns of protest in front of CPO office

 March 15, 2018: PFUJ warns of protests at CPO office if attackers of Daily Metro Watch are not arrested, following a violent incident against a journalist.

National Geographic admits to generations of racist journalism

 March 15, 2018: National Geographic acknowledges its history of racist journalism, admitting its portrayals of marginalized groups were harmful and inaccurate.

Doctor threatens TNN journalist

 March 15, 2018: TNN journalist Anwar Shah receives threats from Dr. Kaleem Shah after reporting on unethical practices by lady doctors in government hospitals.

The Nation Resident Editor Zamir Sheikh passes away

 March 15, 2018: Zamir Sheikh, Resident Editor of The Nation, passes away in Karachi at age 54 after battling liver disease for two months.

Airstrike kills Syrian photographer in eastern Ghouta

 March 15, 2018: Bashar al-Attar, a Syrian photographer, died from injuries suffered in an airstrike in eastern Ghouta, highlighting dangers faced by journalists.

PTI government in KP spent Rs1.63 billion on media campaigns, official tells Supreme Court

 March 13, 2018: The KP government spent Rs1.63 billion on media campaigns over five years, as revealed in the Supreme Court hearing.

CPJ welcomes release of journalist Husnain Raza on bail

 March 13, 2018: The CPJ has welcomed the bail release of journalist Husnain Raza, urging the Pakistani authorities to dismiss all remaining charges against him.

Reporting on military, religion, a taboo in Pakistan, says journalist in exile Taha Siddiqui

 March 12, 2018: Taha Siddiqui discusses the dangers of reporting on military and religion in Pakistan, highlighting the increasing attacks on media freedom.

BBC appeals to UN over 'collective punishment' of its journalists by Iran

 March 12, 2018: The BBC is urging the UN to intervene on behalf of its journalists in Iran amid escalating harassment and collective punishment by authorities.

Greece frees German journalists arrested at Turkish border

 March 11, 2018: Greece has released two German journalists arrested near the Turkish border for entering a restricted area while filming a documentary.

Turkish court orders conditional release of two more journalists

 March 10, 2018: An Istanbul court has ordered the conditional release of two journalists from Cumhuriyet newspaper amid an ongoing terror-related trial.

New German minister to challenge Google and Facebook's presentation of news

 March 10, 2018: Germany's new digital minister aims to diversify social media news feeds to combat echo chambers and ensure users receive timely information.

APNS condemns ombudsperson for harassment, detention of Nawa-i-Waqt media team

 March 10, 2018: APNS has condemned Federal Ombudsperson Kashmala Tariq for detaining and harassing the Nawa-i-Waqt media team during a scheduled interview.

Dr. Shahid Masood tells Supreme Court he will observe 'due diligence' in future

 March 10, 2018: Dr. Shahid Masood pledged to exercise due diligence in future after false claims about a convicted rapist were revealed in Supreme Court proceedings.

Security forces abduct two journalists in Sindh

 March 09, 2018: Security forces in Sindh have abducted two journalists on false charges, prompting calls for their immediate release by Reporters Without Borders.

Sri Lanka blocks social media as communal violence escalates

 March 09, 2018: Sri Lanka has blocked social media to curb communal violence following attacks on the Muslim population, raising concerns over freedom of expression.

Turkey sentences at least 22 journalists on terrorism-related charges

 March 09, 2018: A Turkish court has sentenced at least 22 journalists on terrorism-related charges, prompting condemnation from the Committee to Protect Journalists.

With women, unions are stronger: No better time!

 March 08, 2018: On International Women's Day, the IFJ launches the Women Lead campaign to enhance gender equity in union leadership across Asia-Pacific.

Ombudsperson's staff 'attack and harass' Matiullah Jan and crew

 March 08, 2018: Matiullah Jan and his team were attacked and harassed by Ombudsperson Kashmala Tariq's staff, raising serious concerns about press freedom.

RIUJ elections on March 19; polling schedule announced

 March 07, 2018: The Election Committee of RIUJ has announced the polling schedule for 2018-19 elections to be held on March 19 at the National Press Club, Islamabad.

Unions at forefront of fight for equality as employers fail to address violence facing women journalists

 March 07, 2018: Unions globally are addressing gender-based violence against women journalists, revealing alarming statistics and the need for stronger protections.

Time to apologize has passed, Supreme Court tells Dr. Shahid Masood

 March 07, 2018: The Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled it is too late for Dr. Shahid Masood to apologize for false allegations regarding a convicted rapist.

IFJ and EFJ join media coalition urging European Union to protect journalists

 March 06, 2018: IFJ and EFJ urge the European Union to enact measures to protect journalists and combat impunity amidst rising violence against reporters in Europe.

At least two journalists injured at Kiev protest

 March 06, 2018: Ukrainian authorities urged to investigate police attacks on journalists at Kiev protest, following injuries to two reporters during a demonstration.

Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan meets editors of Nepalese media

 March 05, 2018: Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi met with Nepalese media editors to discuss CPEC progress and political stability in Pakistan.

IFJ calls for arrest of journalist Anjum Muneer's killers

 March 05, 2018: The IFJ demands justice for journalist Anjum Muneer Raja, killed in Rawalpindi, highlighting the dangers faced by media professionals in Pakistan.

Slovakia pays final farewell to slain journalist Jan Kuciak

 March 04, 2018: Slovaks say a final farewell to journalist Jan Kuciak, murdered while investigating mafia ties to top officials, sparking national protests.

Turkish female-only news site fights 'terror propaganda' ban

 March 03, 2018: Jin News Agency, a female-only news site in Diyarbakir, Turkey, faces shutdowns for alleged terror propaganda while advocating for press freedom.

Watchdog warns EU leaders 'weakening' journalists after murder

 March 03, 2018: A global media watchdog urges EU leaders to ensure journalist safety following the murder of Slovak reporter Jan Kuciak and his fiancée.

Media under official scrutiny ahead of Egypt poll

 March 03, 2018: Egypt's media faces intensified scrutiny and restrictions from authorities ahead of the presidential election this month, with significant impacts on press freedom.

Uzbekistan releases world's longest-jailed journalist

 March 03, 2018: Yusuf Ruzimuradov, the world's longest-jailed journalist, has been released in Uzbekistan after serving 19 years on anti-state charges.

Sub-editor at local daily shot dead

 March 03, 2018: Anjum Muneer Raja, a sub-editor at daily Qaumi Pukar, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Rawalpindi on Thursday night.