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IHC suspends FIA notice to journalist Bilal Ghauri
Published 4 years ago: The Islamabad High Court has suspended the FIA notice to journalist Bilal Ghauri and summoned the FIA cybercrime director for the next hearing.
Working journalists become party in Swat Press Club case
Published 4 years ago: The Peshawar High Court has allowed working journalists to join the Swat Press Club case, highlighting ongoing disputes in the journalism community.
Dutch female journalist arrested for helping Afghan refugee
Published 4 years ago: A Dutch journalist was arrested in Greece for hosting an Afghan asylum seeker, raising concerns about journalists' treatment by authorities.
Sri Lankan female journalists start #MeToo campaign against sexual harassment
Published 4 years ago: The Sri Lankan government has launched an investigation into sexual harassment in media following recent #MeToo allegations from female journalists.
FIA summons journalist Bilal Ghauri over YouTube videos
Published 4 years ago: The FIA summons journalist Bilal Ghauri for questioning over alleged YouTube defamation, raising concerns about press freedom in Pakistan.
US seizes three dozen Iranian news websites
Published 4 years ago: The US has seized 33 Iranian news websites linked to propaganda, including Press TV, amid growing tensions over disinformation.
Samaa TV bought by PTI leader: reports
Published 4 years ago: PTI leader Abdul Aleem Khan reportedly acquires Samaa TV from Zafar Siddiqui for between Rs3.65 billion and Rs4.9 billion.
Pakistan partners with Facebook to fight COVID misinformation
Published 4 years ago: Pakistan collaborates with Facebook to combat COVID-19 misinformation, providing over 32 million people with accurate health information.
Journalist Protection Bill submitted to KP Assembly
Published 4 years ago: The KP Assembly receives the Journalist Protection Bill to ensure the safety and rights of journalists and media practitioners in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Governor returns Journalist Protection Bill to Sindh Assembly
Published 4 years ago: Sindh Governor Imran Ismail has returned the Journalist Protection Bill for reconsideration due to concerns over funding oversight and apparent contradictions.
Three Indian Muslim journalists booked for tweeting video clip
Published 4 years ago: Indian police investigate three Muslim journalists for sharing a viral video of a violent assault on a Muslim man, accusing them of instigating communal tensions.
NA Human Rights Committee discusses attacks on journalists
Published 4 years ago: The NA Human Rights Committee addresses the alarming trend of journalist attacks in Pakistan, planning to contact the ISI chief regarding the issue.
CPJ highlights risks for journalists who flee
Published 4 years ago: CPJ urges global governments to provide emergency visas for journalists fleeing threats, emphasizing the urgent need for safety and relocation.
Breaking the Silence: An investigation into the murder of Zubair Mujahid
Published 4 years ago: A report reveals major flaws in the murder investigation of journalist Zubair Mujahid, urging for an independent re-investigation to seek justice.
Media workshop discusses interfaith harmony
Published 4 years ago: A workshop sheds light on the overlooked issues of religious and ethnic minorities in Pakistan's mainstream media and the need for greater interfaith harmony.
Interim bail granted to journalist in India
Published 4 years ago: The Allahabad High Court has granted anticipatory bail to journalist Shiv Pratap, who faced charges during local panchayat elections due to his reporting.
Pakistani journalist files lawsuit against US Embassy over visa revocation
Published 4 years ago: A journalist in Peshawar is suing the US Embassy for $20 million over visa revocation leading to humiliation and losses.
Leaked Express News video: Who did it?
Published 4 years ago: A leaked video of Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan slapping PPP MNA Qadir Mandokhel raises questions about journalistic ethics and media responsibility.
Dr. Firdous serves defamation notice on Qadir Mandokhel
Published 4 years ago: Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan has filed a defamation notice against Qadir Mandokhel for vulgar remarks made during a television talk show.
Trial of hunger strike journalist postponed in Morocco
Published 4 years ago: The trial of journalist Soulaimane Raissouni in Morocco is postponed again due to his alarming health condition after a two-month hunger strike.
CPJ urges Imran Khan to drop plans to establish PMDA
Published 4 years ago: The CPJ has urged Imran Khan to abandon plans for the Pakistan Media Development Authority due to potential threats to press freedom.
Al-Jazeera fends off cyber attacks
Published 4 years ago: Al-Jazeera has thwarted numerous cyber attacks on its platforms amid rising tensions related to its coverage of Israeli-Palestinian talks.
TikTok, Facebook engaged for showing T20 cricket series
Published 4 years ago: The PSL partners with TikTok and Facebook to broadcast remaining T20 matches, offering a global audience access to live cricket content.
Dr. Firdous slaps PPP's Qadir Mandokhel during TV show recording
Published 4 years ago: Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan physically confronted PPP's Qadir Mandokhel during a live TV show, leading to a heated exchange and potential legal action.
Nigerian broadcast regulator orders outlets to stop using Twitter
Published 4 years ago: Nigerian regulators order broadcasters to stop using Twitter following the platform's blockade, impacting press freedom in the country.
PFUJ condemns attack on Jugnu Mohsin
Published 4 years ago: PFUJ condemns the attack on journalist Jugnu Mohsin in Okara, urging immediate action against the culprits and calling for increased safety measures.
President Arif Alvi calls for discouraging fake news
Published 4 years ago: President Arif Alvi calls for curbing fake news in the media, urging ethical journalism and accurate information dissemination.
Journalist terminated for assaulting female colleague in India
Published 4 years ago: M Radhakrishnan, a Kerala journalist, was terminated for assaulting a female colleague and vandalizing her home after a company inquiry.
