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PEMRA says no license issued to Bahria Town, seeks clarification

 November 28, 2015: PEMRA seeks clarification from Bahria Town over plans to launch a TV channel without a license, emphasizing legal violations.

DawnNews DSNG attacked, one injured

 November 28, 2015: A DawnNews DSNG van was attacked in Karachi, resulting in one staff member injured during the incident involving unidentified gunmen.

Two Daily Times columnists told to stop contributing

 November 27, 2015: Two Daily Times columnists have been told to cease contributions due to scrutiny surrounding their columns. This follows Rashed Rehman's resignation.

Seven journalists selected for Chevening SAJP Fellowship

 November 26, 2015: Seven Pakistani journalists have been awarded the Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship, enhancing media skills and accountability!

Muhafiz - a digital solution for media safety

 November 26, 2015: Muhafiz is a new digital solution aimed at enhancing media safety for journalists in Pakistan through documentation and emergency support.

Journalists honored for courageous reporting

 November 26, 2015: Journalists from Ethiopia, Malaysia, Paraguay, and Syria were recognized for their brave reporting at the 25th International Press Freedom Awards.

Orange the World: End Violence Against Women and Girls

 November 25, 2015: On International Day to End Violence Against Women and Girls, IFJ calls for increased awareness and action against violence faced by female journalists.

Bahrain jails photojournalist for 10 years: RSF

 November 25, 2015: A Bahraini court sentenced freelance photographer Sayed al-Mousawi to 10 years in prison for terrorism linked to protests, according to Reporters Without Borders.

Journalists in Pakistan under siege, says watchdog

 November 24, 2015: The Committee to Protect Journalists highlights the dire situation for journalists in Pakistan, following multiple killings in the northwest region.

Six years on: Justice denied in the Philippines

 November 23, 2015: Six years after the Ampatuan Massacre, justice remains unattained, reflecting the ongoing culture of impunity for journalists in the Philippines.

Man jailed for 13 years for Facebook 'hate speech'

 November 23, 2015: A Shiite Muslim was sentenced to 13 years in prison for posting sectarian hate speech on Facebook in Pakistan, raising human rights concerns.

Journalist shot in Bangladesh after funeral for hanged opposition leader

 November 23, 2015: A journalist was shot in Bangladesh after attending the funeral of two opposition leaders hanged for war crimes from the 1971 conflict.

Iran says Jason Rezaian sentenced to prison, gives no detail

 November 22, 2015: Iranian authorities have sentenced Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian to prison without disclosing details of his conviction or charges.

Gunmen kill Neo TV journalist in Kohat

 November 22, 2015: Unidentified gunmen in Kohat kill journalist Hafeez Ur Rehman, marking the second such murder this month in Pakistan's troubled northwest.

Journalists protest attack on Dunya News office

 November 21, 2015: Journalists across Pakistan protested a grenade attack on Dunya News bureau, highlighting threats to press freedom and calls for justice.

Grenade attack on Dunya News Faisalabad bureau, three injured

 November 21, 2015: A grenade attack on Dunya News bureau in Faisalabad injured three employees, with ISIS claiming responsibility and threatening further violence.

Media told to black out coverage of 37 banned outfits

 November 20, 2015: The Ministry of Interior has directed the media to black out coverage of 37 banned outfits in Pakistan for security reasons.

Pakistani cameraman lands Rory Peck Award

 November 19, 2015: Pakistani cameraman Haider Ali wins the prestigious Rory Peck Award for exposing child exploitation in Pakistan's Hidden Shame documentary.

Pakistani freelance journalist wins international honor

 November 18, 2015: Pakistani journalist Haroon Janjua has received the prestigious IE Business School award for his outstanding work on Latin America's economy in Asia.

Virtual reality journalism - making people part of the news

 November 18, 2015: Virtual reality is transforming journalism by allowing audiences to experience stories in an immersive way, enhancing empathy and engagement.

Iran arrests cartoonist as crackdown on free expression goes on

 November 18, 2015: Iranian authorities have arrested cartoonist Hadi Heidari to enforce a suspended sentence, amidst a broader crackdown on free expression.

IFJ Asia-Pacific launches 'Without A Trace' campaign for missing journalists

 November 16, 2015: The IFJ Asia-Pacific has launched 'Without A Trace,' highlighting the stories of ten missing journalists in the region and urging investigations.

Karachi hosts smartphone film festival in December

 November 16, 2015: Karachi will host Asia's first Smartphone Film Festival on December 19, showcasing films created with pocket-sized mobile phones.

PCB suspends Saeed Ajmal's contract for media outburst

 November 12, 2015: The PCB has suspended Saeed Ajmal's contract following controversial comments regarding bowlers' illegal actions and discrimination against spinners.

Absar Alam formally appointed PEMRA chairman

 November 12, 2015: Absar Alam has been officially appointed chairman of PEMRA, marking a significant leadership change after nearly a decade without a regular chief.

Imposters posing as journalists arrested in Rawalpindi

 November 12, 2015: Rawalpindi police arrest two imposters posing as journalists who attempted to blackmail a businessman over false stories.

Journalist kidnapped in Quetta

 November 10, 2015: Afzal Mughal, a journalist in Quetta, was kidnapped by armed men and released after 15 hours, prompting police investigations into the abduction.

Egyptian journalist and rights activist freed from army custody

 November 10, 2015: Hossam Bahgat, Egyptian journalist and rights activist, was released from military custody after widespread protests against his detention.

Fears for media freedom after state of emergency declared in Maldives

 November 09, 2015: Concerns over media freedom rise in the Maldives as a state of emergency leads to police raids and suspensions of news coverage.

PEMRA to award three DTH licenses through open bidding

 November 09, 2015: PEMRA will award three DTH licenses through open bidding on December 7, enhancing digital media in Pakistan and creating job opportunities.

Bahria Town advertises positions for television channel

 November 08, 2015: Bahria Town announces new job opportunities as it enters the television media sector with plans for newsgathering bureaus across Pakistan.

Pakistani journalists shine at ILO Center in Italy

 November 07, 2015: Four Pakistani journalists complete a training course on Communicating Labour Rights at the ILO Center in Italy, enhancing their reporting skills.

Usama Ghazi joins Geo from BOL

 November 06, 2015: Usama Ghazi has joined Geo News to co-host a morning show following his tenure at BOL, aiming to bring the same team and concept.

Imran apologizes for tiff with reporter

 November 06, 2015: Imran Khan apologizes for his outburst against a journalist, emphasizing respect for the media and personal boundaries during a news conference.

Senators want action against Salim Bokhari for abusing MPs

 November 06, 2015: Senators from various parties condemned journalist Salim Bokhari for his abusive remarks towards Parliament members and demanded action against him.

Peshawar journalists protest Imran Khan's outburst against reporter

 November 05, 2015: Peshawar journalists protested Imran Khan's disrespectful remarks towards a reporter, demanding an apology and warning of further actions.

Two editors arrested in Turkey, accused of inciting uprising

 November 05, 2015: Turkish authorities arrest two editors for inciting an armed uprising, following critical coverage of the recent election results.

PFUJ condemns Zaman Mehsud's murder

 November 05, 2015: PFUJ condemns the murder of journalist Zaman Mehsud, urging the government to take action against the culprits for justice in Pakistan's media landscape.

Nadia Khan set to return from wilderness

 November 04, 2015: Nadia Khan is set to return to television, hosting the Nadia Khan Show on Geo TV starting November 9, after a long hiatus since 2010.

Radio reporter murdered in Philippines

 November 04, 2015: Jose Bernardo, a radio reporter in the Philippines, was shot and killed in Quezon City, prompting calls for justice from the Committee to Protect Journalists.

Watchdog calls for probe into Zaman Mehsud's murder

 November 04, 2015: The Committee to Protect Journalists urges a thorough investigation into Zaman Mehsud's murder in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, following Taliban claims of responsibility.

Taliban claim killing journalist

 November 04, 2015: Taliban militants claim responsibility for the killing of journalist Zaman Mehsud in Dera Ismail Khan, marking the total to 71 journalists killed in Pakistan since.

Newspaper reporter gunned down in KPK

 November 03, 2015: A journalist, Zaman Mehsud, was shot dead by unknown assailants in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, highlighting ongoing threats to reporters in the region.

Media coverage of Jamaat-ud-Dawa, LeT banned

 November 02, 2015: PEMRA has banned media coverage of Jamaat-ud-Dawa and LeT under the National Action Plan to curb terrorism and ensure national security.

IFJ urges cooperation to end impunity for violence in journalism

 November 02, 2015: The IFJ calls for global cooperation to combat impunity related to violence against journalists, highlighting urgent needs for justice and accountability.

Journalists covering cricket manhandled at Karachi University

 November 02, 2015: Journalists were manhandled by security guards at Karachi University while covering a women's cricket match, raising concerns over press freedom.

Paris street named after slain journalist Saleem Shahzad

 November 02, 2015: Reporters Without Borders honors slain journalist Saleem Shahzad by renaming a Paris street, highlighting the fight against impunity for journalist crimes!

Those who murder, injure journalists almost never punished in Pakistan

 November 01, 2015: A report reveals that violence against journalists in Pakistan often goes unpunished, highlighting systemic insecurity in the media sector.

Publisher of slain blogger hacked to death in Bangladesh

 November 01, 2015: A publishers of a slain blogger was killed in Dhaka, escalating attacks on secular writers in Bangladesh amid rising Islamist violence.