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Channel 5 reporter loses her life during PTI long march

 October 31, 2022: Channel 5 reporter Sadaf Naeem tragically lost her life while covering the PTI long march in Gujranwala, raising concerns for journalists' safety.

Analyst Irshad Bhatti moves to Norway

 October 30, 2022: Analyst Irshad Bhatti relocates to Norway amid ongoing threats, prompting mixed reactions on social media regarding his departure from Pakistan.

Fahd Husain denies running a strategic media cell

 October 30, 2022: Fahd Husain, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister, denies allegations of running a media cell in the Prime Minister's House amidst controversy.

Journalist Moeed Pirzada leaves Pakistan

 October 30, 2022: Senior journalist Moeed Pirzada has left Pakistan and moved to the UK, denying threats and resuming his YouTube vlogging.

No convictions in 96 percent of journalist killings in Pakistan: FN report

 October 29, 2022: A Freedom Network report reveals that 96 percent of journalist killings in Pakistan go unpunished, highlighting severe impunity issues.

ARY chief calls for independent probe into Arshad Sharif's murder

 October 29, 2022: Salman Iqbal of ARY News demands an independent UN probe into journalist Arshad Sharif's murder amidst ongoing government allegations.

PEMRA tells TV channels not to telecast PTI long march live

 October 29, 2022: PEMRA has ordered TV channels to cease live coverage of the PTI long march and warned of legal action for non-compliance.

ARY News analyst Ghulam Hussain sent to jail

 October 28, 2022: Senior journalist Ghulam Hussain has been sent to jail for 14 days following his arrest by the FIA on allegations of bank fraud.

Journalist Fawad Khurshid passes away

 October 27, 2022: Senior journalist Fawad Khurshid has passed away after battling several health issues, leaving behind a lasting impact on Pakistani media.

FIA arrests ARY News analyst Chaudhry Ghulam Hussain

 October 27, 2022: FIA has arrested ARY News analyst Chaudhry Ghulam Hussain in Lahore for a banking fraud case dating back to 2011.

Arshad Sharif laid to rest after thousands attend funeral

 October 27, 2022: Thousands attended the funeral of slain journalist Arshad Sharif, laid to rest in Islamabad amid tight security and demands for an inquiry.

ISI chief appears in media for the first time in national history

 October 27, 2022: The head of Pakistan's ISI, Lt. Gen. Nadeem Anjum, makes a historic media appearance to address agency criticisms and clarify its actions.

ARY boss announces financial assistance to Arshad Sharif's family

 October 27, 2022: ARY Network's Chairman Salman Iqbal pledges ongoing financial support for the family of slain journalist Arshad Sharif until his children are self-reliant.

Journalists react to generals' presser

 October 27, 2022: The recent press conference by top Pakistan Army generals has sparked a divided response from journalists regarding Imran Khan and the Arshad Sharif case.

ISI chief calls for bringing back ARY CEO Salman Iqbal to Pakistan

 October 27, 2022: ISI chief Lt. Gen. Nadeem Ahmed Anjum calls for ARY CEO Salman Iqbal's return for the investigation into journalist Arshad Sharif's murder.

Arshad Sharif's murder planned in Pakistan, claims Faisal Vawda

 October 27, 2022: Faisal Vawda claims the murder of journalist Arshad Sharif was plotted in Pakistan, and he vows to reveal the truth behind the conspiracy.

Government forms committee to probe Arshad Sharif's slaying

 October 26, 2022: The Pakistani government has established a committee to investigate Arshad Sharif's murder in Kenya, comprising high-profile officials.

Maryam Nawaz under fire for insensitive tweet about Arshad Sharif

 October 26, 2022: Maryam Nawaz faces backlash for her insensitive tweet regarding journalist Arshad Sharif's death, provoking outrage from journalists and public.

FN calls for international probe into Arshad Sharif's killing

 October 25, 2022: Freedom Network urges an international investigation into Arshad Sharif's killing, citing the need for transparency and accountability in his murder.

Prime minister forms judicial commission to investigate Arshad Sharif's murder

 October 25, 2022: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formed a judicial commission to investigate the murder of journalist Arshad Sharif, killed in Kenya under controversial.

NPC demands fact-finding mission to probe Arshad Sharif's killing

 October 25, 2022: The National Press Club demands a fact-finding mission to investigate Arshad Sharif's killing and highlights the ongoing threats to journalists.

Arshad Sharif's body to arrive in Islamabad on October 26

 October 25, 2022: The body of journalist Arshad Sharif will arrive in Islamabad on October 26 after being flown from Nairobi, as confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

FPA Africa condoles Arshad Sharif's death

 October 25, 2022: The Foreign Press Association, Africa, expresses deep concern over journalist Arshad Sharif's murder in Kenya, urging thorough investigation.

Razzaq Chishti joins TLTP as correspondent parliamentary affairs

 October 25, 2022: Abdul Razzaq Chishti has been appointed as the Parliamentary Affairs Correspondent for TLTP, bringing over thirty years of media experience.

Mazhar Abbas wants IFJ and CPJ to probe Arshad Sharif's killing

 October 24, 2022: Mazhar Abbas has urged IFJ and CPJ to investigate the shocking murder of journalist Arshad Sharif in Kenya, demanding justice for his death.

IHC notices to secretaries of interior and foreign ministries

 October 24, 2022: IHC issues notices to secretaries of interior and foreign ministries regarding the return of journalist Arshad Sharif's body from Kenya.

Journalists shocked and saddened by the loss of colleague Arshad Sharif

 October 24, 2022: The shocking death of journalist Arshad Sharif in Kenya has left the media community mourning his loss amid calls for privacy for the family.

Pakistan mourns: Journalist Arshad Sharif shot dead in Kenya

 October 24, 2022: Pakistan mourns the tragic loss of journalist Arshad Sharif, who was killed in Kenya, amid calls for a thorough investigation into his death.

FIA detains CPJ's Steven Butler for hours at Lahore Airport

 October 22, 2022: Steven Butler, a journalist with CPJ, was detained at Lahore Airport due to a misunderstanding with immigration officials over his stop list status.

BUJ condemns Imran Khan's remarks against journalists

 October 22, 2022: The Balochistan Union of Journalists condemns Imran Khan's remarks against journalists, urging political accountability and respect for press freedom.

Fahd Husain appointed prime minister's spokesperson

 October 22, 2022: Fahd Husain has been appointed as the prime minister's spokesperson and continues his role in public policy and strategic communication.

Imran Riaz Khan calls Fahd Husain a coward

 October 20, 2022: Imran Riaz Khan criticizes Fahd Husain for his silence on Khan's arrest, labeling him a coward and accusing him of failing to act against the government.

Rana Mubashir quits Aaj, joins Suno

 October 18, 2022: Rana Mubashir has left Aaj News after five years to join the new Suno channel as a host and news director covering Sindh and Balochistan.

Fakhar Durrani of The News wins defamation suit against ARY in the UK

 October 18, 2022: Fakhar Durrani wins a defamation suit against ARY News over false accusations made by their UK station regarding his journalistic integrity.

Finally, ITNE has a chairman

 October 14, 2022: The appointment of Shahid Khokhar as ITNE chairman finally resolves a two-year vacancy, bringing relief to journalists and media workers in Pakistan.

Protestors hack Iranian state TV

 October 11, 2022: Protesters in Iran hacked state TV during a live broadcast to disrupt coverage in support of ongoing women-led protests against the government.

PFUJ seeks justice for journalists and media workers

 October 11, 2022: PFUJ demands immediate appointment of an ITNE judge to address the grievances of journalists and media workers in Pakistan.

Aly Mujeeb of Ibex Media escapes kidnapping attempt

 October 11, 2022: Aly Mujeeb, CEO of Ibex Media, narrowly escaped a kidnapping attempt by armed men in Gilgit, raising safety concerns for media professionals.

Journalists upset after their names appear on leaked FIA list

 October 10, 2022: Journalists Khurram Hussain and Sami Ibrahim express concerns after their names were leaked in an FIA list linked to a negative campaign.

Ayaz Amir shows no sympathy for his son

 October 01, 2022: Ayaz Amir expresses grief over his daughter-in-law Sara Inam's murder while distancing himself from his son Shahnawaz, the alleged culprit.