Media in Pakistan

 Published 6 years ago:  PEMRA has directed TV channels in Pakistan to pay their staff salaries before Eid-ul-Fitr, citing workers' rights and COVID-19 concerns.

 Published 6 years ago:  The family of slain journalist Hayatullah Khan is petitioning the Peshawar High Court for the judicial commission's findings on his murder.

 Published 6 years ago:  Iran has arrested journalists Masoud Heydari and Hamid Haghjoo over a cartoon mocking leaders' COVID-19 response, resulting in international outcry.

 Published 6 years ago:  Prime Minister Imran Khan appoints Shibli Faraz as information minister and Asim Saleem Bajwa as special assistant on information and broadcasting.

 Published 6 years ago:  Islamabad's district administration mandates news channels to ensure staff safety against COVID-19 through strict adherence to health guidelines.

 Published 6 years ago:  The PFUJ condemns the Sindh Police's harassment of journalists through fake cases, urging immediate investigation into the matter.

 Published 6 years ago:  ARY News has closed its Islamabad office after eight employees tested positive for COVID-19, with all staff required to stay home during testing.

 Published 6 years ago:  Senior journalist Zafar Rasheed Bhatti has passed away after a prolonged battle with coronavirus, highlighting the ongoing impact of the pandemic.

 Published 6 years ago:  Arnab Goswami and his wife were attacked in Mumbai, prompting condemnation from the International Federation of Journalists and local unions.

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ raises alarm over government's tactics that threaten regional newspapers, putting thousands of jobs at risk in Pakistan's media industry.

 Published 6 years ago:  APP offices in Islamabad were sealed for three days after an employee tested positive for COVID-19, raising concerns among the journalist community.

 Published 6 years ago:  The Freedom Network supports the Sindh government's decision to challenge the verdict in the Daniel Pearl murder case at the Supreme Court of Pakistan.

 Published 6 years ago:  Renowned cricket commentator A R Zaidi passed away at the age of 62 due to cardiac arrest, leaving behind a legacy in sports commentary.

 Published 6 years ago:  Nadeem Malik and his team tested negative for COVID-19, but an insider revealed that a cameraman tested positive after Faisal Edhi's appearance.

 Published 6 years ago:  Balochistan Times, a new newspaper by 92 News Media Group, will soon launch with 16 pages and headquarters in Islamabad.

 Published 6 years ago:  A politician in Bangladesh files charges against media workers under the Digital Security Act over COVID-19 relief rice misappropriation reports.

 Published 6 years ago:  Over 50 journalists in Mumbai have tested positive for COVID-19, raising concerns as numbers may increase further.

 Published 6 years ago:  Police in Indian-occupied Kashmir are investigating two journalists, prompting concerns over press freedom and harassment of media professionals.

 Published 6 years ago:  Australia's legislation will require Facebook and Google to compensate media organizations for using their content, a move welcomed by industry groups.

 Published 6 years ago:  KhUJ condemns the arrest of journalist Lutfullah Lutaf in Mardan, highlighting concerns over media suppression and attacks on press freedom.

 Published 6 years ago:  G News Bureau Chief Arsalan Ahmed was arrested while reporting on lockdown violations, raising concerns over media freedom in Peshawar.

 Published 6 years ago:  The sixth anniversary of the attack on journalist Hamid Mir highlights the ongoing demand for the release of the judicial commission's findings.

 Published 6 years ago:  AEMEND raises alarms over a news channel's closure and salary cuts in media houses, affecting journalist livelihoods amidst the pandemic.

 Published 6 years ago:  Submissions for the AIPS Media Awards 2020 are now open, recognizing outstanding sports storytelling across various media platforms.

 Published 6 years ago:  A report reveals how Trump's administration has effectively undermined the media's credibility, affecting public trust and global press freedom.

 Published 6 years ago:  Thousands protest against the Uttar Pradesh government's criminal charges against The Wire editor Siddharth Varadarajan amid concerns for press freedom.

 Published 6 years ago:  Veteran journalist Shahid-ur-Rehman, prominent for his work in economics and finance, passed away at 74, leaving a significant legacy in Pakistani journalism.

 Published 6 years ago:  Hassan Sardar joins 23 News as managing director to enhance its media presence and lead new initiatives in the industry.