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Capital TV anchor leaves, joins Aaj

 November 30, 2014: Senior anchor Jameel Farooqui has left Capital TV to join Aaj TV, announcing the move on his Facebook timeline.

DawnNews, Dunya DSNG vans attacked, staff injured

 November 30, 2014: DawnNews and Dunya Television staff were injured in a cracker attack on their DSNG vans in Islamabad, prompting widespread condemnation.

Samaa, ARY taken off air during PTI show

 November 30, 2014: Samaa and ARY Television faced transmission disruptions during PTI's public gathering in Islamabad, sparking controversy over government interference.

Imran Khan rejoins Express News

 November 30, 2014: Imran Khan has left Dunya Television to rejoin Express News, following a wave of resignations at the channel.

That's all for now - Mansoor bids adieu to Geo News

 November 30, 2014: Mansoor Ali Khan bids farewell to Geo News after six memorable years and will join BOL News for his new journey.

PFUJ to protest after television employee commits suicide for not being paid salary

 November 30, 2014: PFUJ will hold nationwide protests after a Royal TV employee committed suicide due to non-payment of salary, urging government intervention.

BOL extends ownership to five senior journalists

 November 29, 2014: BOL Media Network expands ownership to five senior journalists, enhancing their income and marking a historic shift in Pakistan's media landscape.

CPNE, APNS term Mir Shakil's conviction unlawful

 November 29, 2014: CPNE and APNS declare Mir Shakil's conviction unlawful, highlighting its threat to press freedom and violation of constitutional rights.

NPC committee recommends membership for TV producers

 November 28, 2014: A National Press Club committee recommends granting membership to TV producers and assistant producers with specific eligibility criteria.

Shah wants government to table code of conduct for media in Parliament

 November 28, 2014: Syed Khursheed Shah urges the government to present a media code of conduct in Parliament to ensure responsible journalism and limit baseless propaganda.

Bolta Pakistan hosts quit

 November 28, 2014: Nusrat Javeed and Mushtaq Minhas announce their departure from Aaj TV after co-hosting Bolta Pakistan, hinting at new opportunities ahead.

Rauf Klasra, four others quit Dunya Group

 November 28, 2014: Senior journalist Rauf Klasra and four others have resigned from Dunya Group, raising questions about their future roles.

A strange verdict, says The News

 November 27, 2014: The News criticizes the 26-year jail term for Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman, calling it an attack on free media and questioning the court's jurisdiction.

Government spends over Rs500 million on electronic media ads

 November 26, 2014: The government has allocated over Rs500 million for electronic media advertising since June 2013, as revealed in the National Assembly.

Government mulling insurance cover for journalists, NA told

 November 26, 2014: The government is considering providing insurance cover to journalists, as revealed in the National Assembly by Minister Pervaiz Rasheed.

Court awards 26-year jail term to owner of Geo-Jang Group

 November 25, 2014: An anti-terrorism court sentenced the owner of Geo-Jang Group to 26 years in prison for airing blasphemous content during a TV program.

Umar Cheema's investigative report among top 10

 November 25, 2014: Umar Cheema's tax report on Pakistani lawmakers ranks among the top 10 impactful investigative reports in recent decades, highlighting journalism's role in societal.

Imran Khan meets Geo-Jang Group journalists

 November 25, 2014: Imran Khan met with Geo-Jang Group journalists, discussing media policies and democratic roles while refusing to end the group's boycott.

Center to help traumatized journalists, but stigma attached

 November 25, 2014: A newly opened trauma center in Peshawar aims to support Pakistani journalists facing psychological challenges from violence and stigma.

Veteran journalist Iqbal Riaz passes away

 November 23, 2014: Veteran journalist Iqbal Riaz has passed away in Peshawar after a long illness, leaving behind a legacy of over 65 years in print journalism.

Islamabad Police briefly arrest TV reporter

 November 23, 2014: Islamabad Police briefly detained Jaag TV reporter Abid Rahi during a protest against load-shedding, leading to widespread condemnation.

NPC to decide on TV producers' membership

 November 23, 2014: The National Press Club's committee will determine television producers' membership, led by Hamid Mir, and submit recommendations soon.

Matiullah objects to press club voters list

 November 22, 2014: Senior journalist Matiullah Jan raises objections to the National Press Club's voters list, calling for scrutiny of over a thousand entries.

IFJ backs legal challenge by journos over police surveillance

 November 21, 2014: The IFJ supports journalists in a legal challenge against police surveillance, asserting their right to privacy and lawful journalistic activities.

Imran Khan to meet Geo-Jang Group journalists

 November 21, 2014: Imran Khan is set to meet journalists from Geo-Jang Group for tea to discuss issues and rectify misconceptions next week at his residence.

Sins of the crime reporter

 November 21, 2014: Crime reporting in Pakistan remains stagnant, plagued by vague details and lack of investigative depth despite public interest in the subject.

NBC makes the move, joins BOL

 November 20, 2014: Nasir Baig Chughtai resigns from Abb Takk and joins BOL News as Senior Executive Vice President, marking a significant shift in Pakistani media.

Shahzeb Khanzada leaving Express News to join Geo

 November 20, 2014: Shahzeb Khanzada is leaving Express News to join Geo, continuing his show until December 15 before starting with Geo on January 1.

Arshad Sharif serves Rs20 billion legal notice on Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri

 November 20, 2014: Arshad Sharif has issued a Rs20 billion legal notice to Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri for press intimidation and harassment, claiming constitutional violations.

Mati smells a rat in NPC fee collection

 November 19, 2014: Matiullah Jan raises concerns over illegal NPC fee collection practices and lack of payment receipts for new membership applicants.

Press Club's voter scrutiny, new membership procedure questioned

 November 19, 2014: Matiullah Jan questions the National Press Club's voter scrutiny and membership process amid concerns over professionalism and transparency.

Day of Remembrance for media persons killed

 November 18, 2014: The Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists commemorated media persons killed in Pakistan with a candlelight vigil, calling for justice.

Imran Khan stirs up a hornet's nest

 November 18, 2014: Imran Khan's claims of government funding to media houses spark outrage among journalists, prompting demands for proof and potential protests.

Mubasher back on air after tendering apology in court

 November 17, 2014: Mubasher Lucman returns to television after a Lahore High Court ruling, having apologized for previous remarks about the judiciary.

Anchor Adil says he resigned from Abb Takk

 November 16, 2014: Anchor Adil Abbasi clarifies his resignation from Abb Takk, citing poor media management practices as his reason for leaving.

The good doctor returns to the good channel!

 November 16, 2014: Dr. Aamir Liaquat returns to Geo Television to host the new morning show Subh-e-Pakistan starting November 19 after controversy and a brief departure.

ARY News appoints Jahanzaib Ali as Washington Bureau Chief

 November 13, 2014: ARY News has appointed Jahanzaib Ali as Washington Bureau Chief, bringing a wealth of experience and a keen journalistic perspective to the role.

PTI chairman praises Mubasher for exposing corruption of the mighty

 November 12, 2014: Imran Khan commends Mubasher Lucman for exposing corruption among top leaders during a political gathering in Nankana, whilst facing restrictions himself.

Imran renews call for boycott of Geo-Jang

 November 12, 2014: Imran Khan has renewed his call for a boycott of Geo and Jang Group, accusing owner Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman of blackmailing tactics.

A bill calling for rapid resolution of journalistic problems

 November 12, 2014: A draft bill proposes the establishment of a National Press Council to address journalist issues and protect reporters' rights in Pakistan.

Safety first: BOL unveils armored DSNGs

 November 08, 2014: BOL Television has launched advanced armored DSNG vans, revolutionizing outdoor broadcasting in Pakistan with cutting-edge technology and safety features.

Murders of journalists continue as Pakistan earns unwanted distinction

 November 08, 2014: The brutal killing of journalist Jewan Arain in Sindh highlights Pakistan's alarming status as a deadly country for media professionals.

Information Minister goes wrong

 November 07, 2014: Information Minister Pervaiz Rashid's remarks on reporter Jewan Arain's murder raise serious concerns over his understanding of appropriate language.

TV reporter gunned down in Khairpur; RIUJ protests killing

 November 06, 2014: Jewan Arain, a reporter for Dharti News Television, was shot dead in Khairpur, provoking protests from the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists.

Umar Cheema among speakers at Asian Investigative Journalism Conference

 November 06, 2014: Umar Cheema will speak on corruption and legal tools at the First Asian Investigative Journalism Conference in Manila on November 23-24.

UN action plan on journalists' safety enters new phase

 November 06, 2014: The UN Plan of Action on Journalists' Safety enters a new phase, emphasizing global cooperation in safeguarding press freedom and ending impunity.

KUJ demands reinstatement of sacked journalists

 November 03, 2014: KUJ demands the reinstatement of sacked journalists and announces plans for a campaign against impunity for crimes against journalists.

Network seeks urgent action to end impunity for crimes against journalists

 November 02, 2014: The Freedom Network urges urgent government action to combat impunity for crimes against journalists in Pakistan amidst rising violence.

Dawn errs again

 November 01, 2014: Dawn clarifies reporting errors regarding Jamaat-i-Islami's Sirajul Haq, acknowledging misattributed quotes on PTI and regrets any distress caused.