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Online abuse of women in Pakistan turns into real-world violence

 September 30, 2014: Online abuse of women in Pakistan is leading to real-world violence, highlighting urgent needs for social media companies to improve user protection.

PFUJ delegation welcomes Faizullah

 September 29, 2014: PFUJ delegation welcomes Faizullah Khan, a journalist freed from Afghan detention, in a heartfelt ceremony at Torkham border.

Afghanistan frees ARY journalist Faizullah

 September 28, 2014: Pakistani journalist Faizullah Khan, imprisoned in Afghanistan, has been released after serving time for entering without valid documents.

Millward Brown opens office in Karachi

 September 23, 2014: Millward Brown has opened its new office in Karachi to better support local and global clients, led by Country Manager Noaman Asar.

US Senate approves $10m bounty on murderers of two journalists

 September 21, 2014: The US Senate has approved a $10 million bounty for information on the murderers of journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff, aiming for justice.

IFJ joins international condemnation of latest IS video

 September 19, 2014: The IFJ condemns the latest IS video featuring John Cantlie, emphasizing the need for urgent action to protect journalists in conflict zones.

Dr Aamir returning to Geo

 September 18, 2014: Dr Aamir Liaquat is set to return to Geo Television less than three months after leaving for Express News amidst preparations for his new program.

PFUJ threatens march if murderers of Quetta media persons not arrested

 September 15, 2014: PFUJ threatens a march in Balochistan if the government fails to arrest the murderers of three media persons, including journalists Irshad Mastoi and Ghulam Rasool.

Samaa cameraman beaten up by PTI workers

 September 14, 2014: A Samaa Television cameraman was attacked by PTI activists during a protest, leading to condemnation from Imran Khan and calls for action.

Yet another attack on Geo Television

 September 14, 2014: Geo Television offices in Islamabad were violently attacked by protesters, leading to concerns over media safety and security protocols.

Investigative Journalist Awards launched to encourage reporting on youth health issues

 September 09, 2014: EHAD launches the 2014 Investigative Journalist Awards to promote media reporting on youth health issues across nine districts in Pakistan.

SC issues notices to Mubashir and ARY CEO for defaming judiciary

 September 09, 2014: The Supreme Court summons Mubashir Luqman and ARY CEO over judiciary defamation during a May 29 broadcast, highlighting media accountability.

Journalists rally for Geo

 September 09, 2014: Journalists in Pakistan rallied for Geo Television following attacks on its offices, marking a significant moment for press freedom in the nation.

Geo offices attacked again

 September 08, 2014: Geo Television offices in Islamabad were attacked by protesters, causing extensive damage and highlighting ongoing threats to press freedom.

HRCP urges government to ensure journalists' security

 September 06, 2014: The HRCP has called on the government to enhance security for journalists after threats against columnist Kamran Shafi and recent violence in the media community.

Geo's fresh attempt to vilify military: paper

 September 05, 2014: The Geo/Jang Group's new campaign aims to undermine the military, raising questions about foreign influence and internal dissent.

Spokesman says Geo faces closure, points finger at ISI

 September 04, 2014: Geo TV faces imminent closure after a loss of Rs5 billion, with allegations against the ISI for its role in the shutdown.

Russian journalist murdered in Eastern Ukraine

 September 03, 2014: Russian journalist Andrei Stenin has been found murdered in eastern Ukraine, prompting calls for investigations into the attack on media workers.

IFJ dismayed by barbaric murder of second US journalist

 September 03, 2014: The IFJ condemns the barbaric murder of American journalist Steven Sotloff and calls for better protection for journalists in Iraq and Syria.

Legal notice served on ARY trio

 September 03, 2014: A legal notice has been filed against ARY executives for defamation by prominent journalists, demanding significant monetary compensation.

Ailing Geo seeks parliamentarians help

 September 03, 2014: Geo Television Network seeks support from parliamentarians as it struggles with reduced transmissions and significant financial losses.

ISIS beheads another American journalist

 September 02, 2014: Steven Sotloff, an American journalist, has reportedly been beheaded by ISIS in a video, marking another tragic loss of life amid ongoing violence.

Honor for Pakistani journalist Reema Abbasi

 September 01, 2014: Reema Abbasi, a Pakistani journalist, wins best literary personality at the Rajiv Gandhi Excellence Awards for her book on historic temples in Pakistan.

Troops clear PTV building of protesters, transmission resumes

 September 01, 2014: Troops cleared the PTV building of anti-government protesters, restoring transmission after a brief occupation and clashes with police.