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The News terms PECA a black law

 March 27, 2022: The Islamabad High Court declared the PECA amendment ordinance a violation of constitutional procedures and criticized its implications for free speech.

PM's Official YouTube channel renamed Imran Khan

 March 27, 2022: The Prime Minister's Office YouTube channel has been renamed Imran Khan, raising speculation about the PM's future following the change.

Former director general of APP M. Aftab passes away

 March 27, 2022: M. Aftab, former Director-General of APP, passes away at 84, leaving a legacy in journalism and public service.

Balochistan's leading paper Daily Talib to launch a digital version

 March 25, 2022: Balochistan's leading newspaper Daily Talib is set to launch a digital version to enhance its reader engagement and expand its digital outreach.

KhUJ says it stands with journalist Jamshed Bhagwan

 March 25, 2022: The Khyber Union of Journalists expresses serious concern over threats to journalist Jamshed Bhagwan, reinforcing their solidarity with him.

Media Joint Action Committee asks PM to prove anti-media allegations

 March 23, 2022: The Media Joint Action Committee demands Prime Minister Imran Khan substantiate his allegations against media organizations following his recent public address.

Ministry seeks ban on TV game shows during Ramadan

 March 23, 2022: The Federal Ministry for Religious Affairs urges a ban on TV game shows during Ramadan to promote religious harmony and respect.

Journalist and poet Jan Khashkeli passes away

 March 23, 2022: Jan Khaskheli, a celebrated journalist and poet, passed away in Hyderabad at 65 after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Media bodies condemn detention of Baloch journalist Ghulam Farooq

 March 23, 2022: The Balochistan Union of Journalists condemns the extrajudicial detention of journalist Ghulam Farooq by law enforcement agencies in Quetta.

PFUJ demands apology from PM for false allegations against media

 March 21, 2022: PFUJ demands Prime Minister Imran Khan apologize for false allegations against the media in a public address, stressing the need for credible information.

Kamran Shahid clarifies position after Shahbaz Gill insults Dr. Vankwani in live show

 March 20, 2022: Kamran Shahid addresses backlash for allowing Shahbaz Gill to insult Dr. Vankwani during a live show and clarifies his position on the incident.

PEMRA issues show-cause notice to Dunya News chief

 March 20, 2022: PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to Dunya News over airing indecent remarks by Shahbaz Gill against Dr. Ramesh Vankwani during a program.

HRCP criticizes Shahbaz Gill for insulting Dr. Vankwani

 March 18, 2022: HRCP has condemned Shahbaz Gill for verbally attacking Dr. Vankwani during a live television debate, calling it unacceptable and unrepresentative of civil discourse.

Shahbaz Gill uses abusive language in Kamran Shahid's show

 March 18, 2022: Shahbaz Gill used abusive language on Dunya News during a live program, sparking outrage from social media and guests.

PPP requests DG ISI to have Khanewal drone incident probed

 March 18, 2022: The PPP has called for an investigation into the drone incident that injured Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari during their long march in Khanewal.

PBA criticizes government for exerting financial pressure on media houses

 March 18, 2022: The PBA has condemned the government's financial pressure on media houses, undermining editorial freedom and citizens' access to information.

ISPR releases song to mark Pakistan Day

 March 18, 2022: The ISPR has released the song 'Shad Rahay Pakistan' to celebrate Pakistan Day, promoting unity and aspirations for national prosperity.

PUJ's five-day protest against PECA ends

 March 18, 2022: The Punjab Union of Journalists ends its five-day protest against the PECA Amendment Ordinance, rallying support from various leaders and activists.

Anti-terrorism court grants bail to Mohsin Baig

 March 16, 2022: An anti-terrorism court in Islamabad grants bail to journalist Mohsin Baig, setting the bond at Rs5 million amid ongoing legal proceedings.

President Haripur Press Club Zakir Tanoli injured in attack

 March 15, 2022: Zakir Tanoli, President of Haripur Press Club, was injured in an attack by masked men who used knives and pistol butts against him.

Farhad Zaidi passes away in Karachi

 March 15, 2022: Veteran journalist and scholar Farhad Zaidi has passed away in Karachi, leaving behind a widow and two sons.

PECA can be withdrawn: IHC chief justice

 March 11, 2022: Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Athar Minallah suggests that the PECA ordinance could be withdrawn if petitioners reach a consensus.

Hamid Mir returns to Geo News

 March 09, 2022: Hamid Mir has officially returned to Geo News to host Capital Talk after a nine-month hiatus following controversy and public support from politicians.

NPC, SSDO honor women journalists for outstanding reporting on COVID-19

 March 07, 2022: The NPC and SSDO honored women journalists for their exceptional COVID-19 reporting, recognizing their vital contributions during the pandemic.

PFUJ condemns vilification campaign against Asma Shirazi

 March 02, 2022: PFUJ condemns the baseless vilification of journalist Asma Shirazi by PTI leader Ali Nawaz Awan, calling for an immediate stop to the campaign.

Social media accounts of Pakistan embassy in Algeria hacked

 March 02, 2022: The Embassy of Pakistan in Algeria faces a hacking incident affecting its social media accounts, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Three individuals posing as Royal TV reporters arrested

 March 02, 2022: Garden Police in Karachi arrested three individuals posing as journalists, involved in harassing innocent families and illegal activities.

Asad Hashim to join AFP Hong Kong office as an editor

 March 02, 2022: Asad Hashim, Al-Jazeera correspondent, announces his new role as an editor at AFP's Hong Kong office after over 11 years with the network.

Obaid Abbasi quits journalism, takes up a government job

 March 02, 2022: Obaid Abbasi, a prominent journalist, has left journalism to join the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives in Pakistan.

Asma Shirazi serves defamation notice on PTI's Ali Nawaz Awan

 March 02, 2022: Asma Shirazi has filed a defamation notice against PTI's Ali Nawaz Awan for his false comments during a talk show, seeking Rs10 million in damages.

Former Dawn editor takes a swipe at ARY boss

 March 02, 2022: Former Dawn editor Abbas Nasir criticizes ARY TV's Salman Iqbal for spreading fake news, questioning the award of Sitara-e-Imtiaz to him.

PFUJ condemns threats to Dawn journalist Munawar Azeem

 March 01, 2022: The PFUJ condemns threats against Dawn journalist Munawar Azeem and calls for enhanced security measures for media personnel in Pakistan.

Prime minister defends PECA in an address to the nation

 March 01, 2022: Prime Minister Imran Khan defends the PECA Ordinance in a national address, citing its necessity amid rumors and attacks on press freedom.