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CPJ calls on Pakistani authorities to end harassment, deportation of Afghan journalistsCyber martial law: Authoritarian PECA legislation threatens digital expression in PakistanWhen talk shows turn battlegrounds: The ugly face of Pakistani TVOver 300 PTV pensioners rally for dues, PFUJ slams management inactionPFUJ condemns PECA Amendments as a betrayal by information ministerCrackdown on AI-generated content: FIA targets 10 more suspectsPakistan's digital hypocrisy: PM Shehbaz Sharif tweets Trump while citizens face X banChina, Israel, and Myanmar lead the world's top jailers of journalistsLeaked justice: Journalists tweet Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before judge's verdictGeo News's insensitivity: Songs and dance before announcing tragic Bollywood newsFrom acquittal to 14 years: ARY's colossal blunder in high-stakes Imran Khan caseAnalyzing FIA's crackdown: The risks of AI misuse and implications for Pakistan-UAE relations

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CPJ calls on Pakistani authorities to end harassment, deportation of Afghan journalists

CPJ calls on Pakistani authorities to end harassment, deportation of Afghan journalists

 January 23, 2025:  CPJ exposes Pakistan's dangerous deportation of Afghan journalists fleeing Taliban persecution, highlighting critical human rights violations and press freedom challenges. #JournalistSafety

Cyber martial law: Authoritarian PECA legislation threatens digital expression in Pakistan

Cyber martial law: Authoritarian PECA legislation threatens digital expression in Pakistan

 January 23, 2025:  Pakistan's PECA Amendment exposes a dangerous assault on press freedom, creating a repressive social media regulatory framework that threatens digital expression and criminalizes journalism. #MediaFreedom #PakistanLaw #DigitalRights #Censorship #JournalismUnderThreat

When talk shows turn battlegrounds: The ugly face of Pakistani TV

When talk shows turn battlegrounds: The ugly face of Pakistani TV

 January 23, 2025:  An in-depth look at the recent scuffle on a Pakistani talk show, its implications for media ethics, and the urgent need for TV channels to uphold decorum during debates.

Over 300 PTV pensioners rally for dues, PFUJ slams management inaction

Over 300 PTV pensioners rally for dues, PFUJ slams management inaction

 January 22, 2025:  PFUJ condemns the neglect of PTV pensioners who protested in Islamabad for unpaid dues and benefits. Union urges authorities to resolve issues without delay.

PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by information minister

PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by information minister

 January 22, 2025:  The PFUJ has condemned the new amendments to PECA 2016, describing them as unconstitutional and threatening press freedom. It warns of nationwide protests if the government doesn’t withdraw the bill.

Crackdown on AI-generated content: FIA targets 10 more suspects

Crackdown on AI-generated content: FIA targets 10 more suspects

 January 22, 2025:  The FIA has registered 18 cases, including against 10 more suspects, for sharing AI-generated images of Maryam Nawaz and the UAE President. The crackdown also targets those who liked or commented on the images.

Pakistan's digital hypocrisy: PM Shehbaz Sharif tweets Trump while citizens face X ban

Pakistan's digital hypocrisy: PM Shehbaz Sharif tweets Trump while citizens face X ban

 January 21, 2025:  Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif congratulates Trump on X despite the year-long platform ban, sparking outrage over government double standards and digital censorship concerns.

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit?-II

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit?-II

 January 20, 2025:  Pakistan at the Crossroads of Glory and Expectation! As hosts and defending champions of the ICC Champions Trophy, the team stands poised for greatness. Can they turn the weight of national hope into victory? Read our in-depth analysis!

China, Israel, and Myanmar lead the world's top jailers of journalists

China, Israel, and Myanmar lead the world's top jailers of journalists

 January 18, 2025:  A CPJ report reveals that 361 journalists were jailed globally in 2024, with China, Israel, and Myanmar leading. The alarming trend highlights threats to press freedom and rising authoritarian repression worldwide.

Leaked justice: Journalists tweet Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before judge's verdict

Leaked justice: Journalists tweet Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before judge's verdict

 January 17, 2025:  In an unprecedented breach of judicial protocol, Pakistani journalists accurately revealed Imran Khan's 14-year sentence in the Al-Qadir case on social media 24 hours before the official verdict, raising serious questions about court independence

Geo News's insensitivity: Songs and dance before announcing tragic Bollywood news

Geo News's insensitivity: Songs and dance before announcing tragic Bollywood news

 January 17, 2025:  Geo News faces backlash for insensitive coverage of Saif Ali Khan’s stabbing, airing Bollywood song clips before announcing the tragic news

From acquittal to 14 years: ARY's colossal blunder in high-stakes Imran Khan case

From acquittal to 14 years: ARY's colossal blunder in high-stakes Imran Khan case

 January 17, 2025:  An in-depth analysis of ARY News' false reporting on Imran Khan's verdict and the broader crisis of unverified news in Pakistani electronic media, exploring solutions for responsible journalism.

Analyzing FIA's crackdown: The risks of AI misuse and implications for Pakistan-UAE relations

Analyzing FIA's crackdown: The risks of AI misuse and implications for Pakistan-UAE relations

 January 16, 2025:  The FIA has registered cases against five individuals, including journalist Imran Riaz Khan and PTI leader Shahbaz Gill, for sharing defamatory AI-generated content targeting the UAE President and Punjab Chief Minister. How does this reflect on Pakistan-UAE relations and the misuse of AI?

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit?-I

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit?-I

 January 16, 2025:  Explore the evolution of the ICC Champions Trophy and cricket’s commercialization journey, from a gentleman’s game to a global enterprise. Discover how the ICC balanced tradition with revenue generation.

Pot calling the kettle black? Absar Alam's criticism of YouTube journalists raises eyebrows

Pot calling the kettle black? Absar Alam's criticism of YouTube journalists raises eyebrows

 January 13, 2025:  An analysis of Absar Alam's controversial criticism of successful Pakistani YouTubers in exile, examining the intersection of journalism, digital media success, and political persecution, while questioning the credibility of criticism from a former PEMRA chief whose own appointment was declared illegal.

Asma Shirazi faces relentless online harassment, condemnation grows

Asma Shirazi faces relentless online harassment, condemnation grows

 January 13, 2025:  Prominent journalist Asma Shirazi faces relentless online harassment in a coordinated campaign involving gendered disinformation. Press freedom groups demand immediate action to protect female journalists in Pakistan.

Pakistan's red-ball riddle: Understanding the Test downturn (II)

Pakistan's red-ball riddle: Understanding the Test downturn (II)

 January 12, 2025:  Explore an in-depth analysis of Pakistan cricket's decline in Test matches, examining systemic failures, cultural challenges, and the urgent need for modernization. From mismanagement of talents like Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi to resistance against technological advancement, this comprehensive piece investigates how a cricket powerhouse finds itself at a critical crossroads between tradition and progress.

FIA probes AI-generated images defaming Maryam Nawaz and UAE president

FIA probes AI-generated images defaming Maryam Nawaz and UAE president

 January 10, 2025:  The FIA Cyber Wing is investigating a social media campaign involving AI-manipulated images of Maryam Nawaz and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed. Teams are working to trace the content's origins and identify those involved.

Pakistan's red-ball riddle: Understanding the Test downturn (I)

Pakistan's red-ball riddle: Understanding the Test downturn (I)

 January 09, 2025:  Shan Masood's magnificent 145 and a record-breaking opening stand with Babar Azam highlighted Pakistan's valiant fight against South Africa in Cape Town. Despite their resilience, Pakistan fell short, reflecting on deeper cricketing issues.

Cricket historian Dr. Nauman Niaz joins JournalismPakistan as sports editor

Cricket historian Dr. Nauman Niaz joins JournalismPakistan as sports editor

 January 05, 2025:  JournalismPakistan.com welcomes renowned cricket historian and broadcaster Dr. Nauman Niaz as sports editor, bringing his extensive experience in cricket journalism, broadcasting, and scholarly work to strengthen the platform's sports coverage.

The fall of a cricket God: Virat Kohli's battle with form and legacy

The fall of a cricket God: Virat Kohli's battle with form and legacy

 January 05, 2025:  An in-depth analysis of Virat Kohli's recent struggles in Test cricket, examining his technical changes, statistical decline since 2021, and the broader implications for his legacy as one of cricket's greatest batsmen. The article explores whether this is a temporary setback or signals the twilight of an extraordinary career.

Washington Post cartoonist quits over rejected Trump-Bezos illustration

Washington Post cartoonist quits over rejected Trump-Bezos illustration

 January 05, 2025:  Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post cartoonist Ann Telnaes resigns after her cartoon depicting media moguls, including Post owner Jeff Bezos, kneeling before Donald Trump was rejected, sparking debate about editorial independence and press freedom.

The last stand: Rohit Sharma's Test career hangs in balance

The last stand: Rohit Sharma's Test career hangs in balance

 January 03, 2025:  Explore the poignant narrative of cricket's fallen captains, focusing on Rohit Sharma's Test career crisis and its parallels with legendary leaders Kim Hughes, Ian Botham, and Steve Waugh. A deep dive into cricket's most tragic leadership endings.

Trump ally goes silent: The curious case of Richard Grenell's sudden Twitter retreat

Trump ally goes silent: The curious case of Richard Grenell's sudden Twitter retreat

 January 01, 2025:  Trump envoy Richard Grenell's sudden week-long silence on Pakistan and Imran Khan raises questions after fierce Twitter battles with journalists and politicians. From explosive exchanges to mysterious quiet - what's behind the digital retreat?

Joe Root: The art and artisan of modern cricket

Joe Root: The art and artisan of modern cricket

 January 01, 2025:  Explore why Joe Root is considered the best English batter of 2024 and possibly of all time. From artistry to consistency, delve into his legacy and philosophy.

A grim landscape: Press freedom in Pakistan faced severe challenges in 2024

A grim landscape: Press freedom in Pakistan faced severe challenges in 2024

 December 31, 2024:  Year-end report by Pakistan Press Foundation reveals severe challenges to press freedom in Pakistan, highlighting violence against journalists, internet shutdowns, and restrictive policies in 2024.

Renowned CNN anchor Aaron Brown passes away at 76

Renowned CNN anchor Aaron Brown passes away at 76

 December 31, 2024:  Aaron Brown, the renowned CNN anchor known for his 9/11 coverage and journalistic excellence, has passed away at 76. A tribute to his life and legacy.

Turning points and missteps: Why India lost the Boxing Day Test

Turning points and missteps: Why India lost the Boxing Day Test

 December 31, 2024:  An in-depth analysis of India's fourth Test defeat at Melbourne, exploring key turning points, tactical missteps, and the role of leadership in shaping the Border-Gavaskar Trophy contest.