Fareed parts ways with Aaj
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 23 September 2012
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Fareed Rais, a prominent figure at Aaj TV, has departed to take a role as a senior anchor at DawnNews. His decision stems from ongoing issues with timely salary payments at Aaj.Summary
KARACHI: Aaj TV’s Fareed Rais has ended his eight-year association with the channel and joined DawnNews as senior anchor/reporter. Insiders say Fareed was upset over not being paid on time, an issue that is now a routine at Aaj. Salary delays have seen several employees either having left or others looking for opportunities elsewhere. Journalists associated with the channel tell JournalismPakistan.com that dues and benefits of employees quitting and joining other networks are not paid. “They have to run from pillar to post but all in vain,” said a staff member based in Karachi.
Key Points
- Fareed Rais ends eight-year tenure at Aaj TV
- Joins DawnNews as senior anchor/reporter
- Salary delays at Aaj TV have led to staff dissatisfaction
- Many employees are seeking new opportunities due to payment issues
- Journalists report unpaid dues for departing employees
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