Media in Pakistan

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Azad Group deals blow to Journalist Panel, Shakeel Qarar elected president National Press Club

Azad Group deals blow to Journalist Panel, Shakeel Qarar elected president National Press Club

 Published 7 years ago:  The Azad Group won significant elections at the National Press Club, with Shakeel Qarar elected president and Saadia Kamal as vice president!

Journalists in Peshawar protest layoffs

Journalists in Peshawar protest layoffs

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Peshawar protest against layoffs, demanding justice from media owners and highlighting the economic struggles faced by their community.

Journalists demand an apology after minister's thoughtless response to a reporter's question

Journalists demand an apology after minister's thoughtless response to a reporter's question

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Lahore protest and demand an apology from Punjab Minister Fayazul Hasan Chohan for his offensive remarks towards a reporter's question.

PEMRA tells TV channels to stop airing plays having objectionable themes

PEMRA tells TV channels to stop airing plays having objectionable themes

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has ordered TV channels to halt airing plays featuring controversial themes and plots, addressing public complaints about objectionable content.

Daily Express cuts jobs in Peshawar

Daily Express cuts jobs in Peshawar

 Published 7 years ago:  Daily Express in Peshawar has laid off its news editor and four sub-editors, following a series of job cuts across the Express Media Group.

Nigeria's military raids Daily Trust offices, arrests editor

Nigeria's military raids Daily Trust offices, arrests editor

 Published 7 years ago:  Nigerian military raids Daily Trust offices, arrests editor Uthman Abubakar amidst concerns over press freedom ahead of national elections.

PEMRA bans airing of program 'Naked and Afraid' on Discovery channel

PEMRA bans airing of program 'Naked and Afraid' on Discovery channel

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has banned the airing of 'Naked and Afraid' on Discovery Channel due to its obscene content following viewer complaints.

Nasim Zehra meets Dr. Shahid Masood in jail

Nasim Zehra meets Dr. Shahid Masood in jail

 Published 7 years ago:  Anchor Nasim Zehra expresses concern for Dr. Shahid Masood's bail status after visiting him in Adayla Jail, highlighting his alleged misuse of authority.

Tribune 24/7 ceases operations

Tribune 24/7 ceases operations

 Published 7 years ago:  Tribune 24/7, an English-language channel, has ceased operations, leaving over 100 employees without jobs amid Pakistan's media decline.

President Lahore Press Club Arshad Ansari warns of protests if journalists' problems not resolved

President Lahore Press Club Arshad Ansari warns of protests if journalists' problems not resolved

 Published 7 years ago:  Arshad Ansari warns of nationwide protests if journalist issues are not addressed by the government, highlighting severe industry challenges.

RIUJ and Media Matters for Democracy to launch digital safety help desk for journalists

RIUJ and Media Matters for Democracy to launch digital safety help desk for journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  RIUJ and Media Matters for Democracy launch a digital safety help desk to protect journalists from online threats and ensure their digital communication security.

Journalists point to Pakistani delegation's lack of diplomatic etiquette

Journalists point to Pakistani delegation's lack of diplomatic etiquette

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists criticize Pakistani delegation's disregard for diplomatic etiquette during a meeting in Turkey, highlighting cultural differences.

Sudan detains several critical columnists amid protests

Sudan detains several critical columnists amid protests

 Published 7 years ago:  Sudanese authorities detain journalists amid protests demanding President Omar al-Bashir's resignation, raising concerns over press freedom.

APNS reacts to minister's comment on future of print media

APNS reacts to minister's comment on future of print media

 Published 7 years ago:  APNS criticizes Federal Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry's remarks on the future of print media in Pakistan, emphasizing media's resilience.

Muhammad Malick set to jump ship

Muhammad Malick set to jump ship

 Published 7 years ago:  Muhammad Malick is set to leave 92 News for a senior editorial role at Hum News, confirming his significant move in Pakistani journalism.

Supreme Court gives media houses one last chance to clear dues of employees

Supreme Court gives media houses one last chance to clear dues of employees

 Published 7 years ago:  The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered media houses to settle all outstanding employee dues, providing a final deadline for compliance.

Dr. Shahid Masood to be indicted on January 10

Dr. Shahid Masood to be indicted on January 10

 Published 7 years ago:  Dr. Shahid Masood is set to be indicted on January 10 in a corruption case involving PTV, following allegations of a fraudulent contract.

Journalist arrested, others beaten during Bangladesh elections

Journalist arrested, others beaten during Bangladesh elections

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalist Hedait Hossain Molla arrested in Bangladesh amid election coverage, raising concerns over press freedom and Digital Security Act violations.

Journalists Khawar Ghumman and Matiullah Jan in bitter tweeting match

Journalists Khawar Ghumman and Matiullah Jan in bitter tweeting match

 Published 7 years ago:  Khawar Ghumman and Matiullah Jan engage in a heated Twitter exchange over accusations against two MNAs during a National Assembly meeting.

Twitter tells DawnNews journalist his tweet on Dawar, Abidi murders violates Pakistani law

Twitter tells DawnNews journalist his tweet on Dawar, Abidi murders violates Pakistani law

 Published 7 years ago:  Twitter flagged a tweet by DawnNews journalist Mubashir Zaidi regarding the murders of Tahir Dawar and Ali Raza Abidi as violating Pakistani law.

Journalists make fun of minister's clarification on Dr. Farrukh Saleem

Journalists make fun of minister's clarification on Dr. Farrukh Saleem

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists mock Minister Fawad Chaudhry's clarification on Dr. Farrukh Saleem, highlighting concerns over the government's economic strategies.

The News journalist Mohi Shah named on ICC voting academy

The News journalist Mohi Shah named on ICC voting academy

 Published 7 years ago:  Senior sports journalist Abdul Mohi Shah of The News has been appointed to the ICC voting academy for the ICC Awards 2018.

RIUJ condemns minister's thoughtless response to journalist's question

RIUJ condemns minister's thoughtless response to journalist's question

 Published 7 years ago:  The RIUJ condemned Minister Faisal Vawda's harsh response to a journalist's question, urging respect for press freedoms and journalists' rights.

Journalists boycott minister's presser over harsh response to a question by Dawn reporter

Journalists boycott minister's presser over harsh response to a question by Dawn reporter

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists protested against Minister Faisal Vawda's disrespectful response to a question by Dawn reporter Khaleeq Kiani during a press conference.

Daily Times Editor Raza Rumi faces online abuse at the start of New Year

Daily Times Editor Raza Rumi faces online abuse at the start of New Year

 Published 7 years ago:  Raza Rumi, Editor of Daily Times, experienced significant online abuse on New Year's Day, highlighting ongoing challenges in social media discourse.

Seeking Rs 3.4m in dues from Neo TV, Asma Chaudhry settles for Rs 2m in court

Seeking Rs 3.4m in dues from Neo TV, Asma Chaudhry settles for Rs 2m in court

 Published 7 years ago:  Asma Chaudhry settles her dues from Neo TV for Rs 2 million after claiming Rs 3.4 million in a Supreme Court hearing.

Chief justice's reported offer to Malik Riaz angers some journalists

Chief justice's reported offer to Malik Riaz angers some journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  Chief Justice Saqib Nisar's alleged offer to Malik Riaz for a clean chit in exchange for Rs500 billion has sparked outrage among journalists.

PEMRA bans Orya Maqbool Jan's program on Neo TV for 30 days

PEMRA bans Orya Maqbool Jan's program on Neo TV for 30 days

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has imposed a 30-day ban on Neo TV's Harf-e-Raaz for violations related to a guest from Tehreek-i-Taliban and disparaging remarks.