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PMDA Ordinance a declaration of war against journalists: Dawn

PMDA Ordinance a declaration of war against journalists: Dawn

 Published 5 years ago:  Dawn's editorial criticizes the PMDA Ordinance 2021, calling it a declaration of war against journalists and a threat to media freedom.

CPJ calls for a stop to harassment of journalist Asad Toor

CPJ calls for a stop to harassment of journalist Asad Toor

 Published 5 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Pakistan to stop the harassment of journalist Asad Ali Toor to ensure his freedom of work.

The new wave of attacks an attempt to silence media: HRCP

The new wave of attacks an attempt to silence media: HRCP

 Published 5 years ago:  Recent attacks on journalists in Pakistan highlight a concerning trend of censorship and threats against the media, according to human rights groups.

SAHR calls for reinstating Hamid Mir, probing attacks on journalists

SAHR calls for reinstating Hamid Mir, probing attacks on journalists

 Published 5 years ago:  SAHR condemns attacks on journalists and demands reinstatement of Hamid Mir, highlighting the urgent need for press freedom in Pakistan.

National Press Club's ultimatum to Geo News

National Press Club's ultimatum to Geo News

 Published 5 years ago:  The National Press Club has issued an ultimatum to Geo News regarding the off-airing of journalist Hamid Mir, threatening protests and legal action.

AP clarifies position on firing pro-Palestinian Jewish journalist

AP clarifies position on firing pro-Palestinian Jewish journalist

 Published 5 years ago:  The AP has clarified that journalist Emily Wilder was fired for bias in social media posts amid backlash from staff following her termination.

Hamid Mir offers to apologize if Asad Toor's attackers arrested

Hamid Mir offers to apologize if Asad Toor's attackers arrested

 Published 5 years ago:  Hamid Mir has offered to apologize for his comments against the military if those who attacked journalist Asad Toor are arrested.

FIA summons Asad Ali Toor for 'defaming state institution'

FIA summons Asad Ali Toor for 'defaming state institution'

 Published 5 years ago:  FIA summons journalist Asad Ali Toor for alleged defamation of state institutions through social media amid a complaint by a Rawalpindi resident.

Nigerian BBC host Peter Nkanga receives death threats

Nigerian BBC host Peter Nkanga receives death threats

 Published 5 years ago:  Nigerian journalist Peter Nkanga faces death threats following a controversial BBC documentary, prompting calls for his protection and an investigation.

Taking Mir off air shows lack of true press freedom in Pakistan: CPJ

Taking Mir off air shows lack of true press freedom in Pakistan: CPJ

 Published 5 years ago:  The suspension of journalist Hamid Mir from Geo News highlights the ongoing challenges to press freedom in Pakistan amidst criticism of the military.

PFUJ condemns Geo News for banning Hamid Mir show

PFUJ condemns Geo News for banning Hamid Mir show

 Published 5 years ago:  Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists condemns Geo News for banning popular anchor Hamid Mir, raising concerns over media freedom and government pressure.

Hamid Mir taken off air following recent outburst

Hamid Mir taken off air following recent outburst

 Published 5 years ago:  Hamid Mir is taken off-air by Geo News after his remarks at a protest for Asad Toor, highlighting ongoing tensions with the establishment.

Police allegedly torture three reporters in Sindh

Police allegedly torture three reporters in Sindh

 Published 5 years ago:  Three reporters in Sindh were allegedly tortured by police while investigating private torture cells, leading to local protests and police action.

IFJ, PFUJ welcome landmark Sindh legislation to protect journalists

IFJ, PFUJ welcome landmark Sindh legislation to protect journalists

 Published 5 years ago:  The Sindh Assembly's unanimous passing of the Sindh Protection of Journalists Bill 2021 marks a major step in journalist safety and rights protection in Sindh.

Digital journalist arrested in Belarus

Digital journalist arrested in Belarus

 Published 5 years ago:  Belarus police arrest digital journalist Aliaksei Shota amid crackdown on independent media, posing threats to press freedom in the country.

Police arrest assailants accused of killing journalist Wahid Raisani

Police arrest assailants accused of killing journalist Wahid Raisani

 Published 5 years ago:  Police in Quetta have arrested two suspects linked to the murder of journalist Abdul Wahid Raisani, raising concerns over press safety.

Fawad Chaudhry's rash comments in HARDtalk anger journalists

Fawad Chaudhry's rash comments in HARDtalk anger journalists

 Published 5 years ago:  Fawad Chaudhry's comments on journalist Syed Talat Hussain stir anger among journalists and raise concerns about press freedom in Pakistan.

PFUJ denounces threats to Journalists Defence Committee

PFUJ denounces threats to Journalists Defence Committee

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ condemns threats to journalists and calls for government accountability in the case of attacked journalist Asad Ali Toor.

PFUJ condemns minister's remarks about Talat Hussain

PFUJ condemns minister's remarks about Talat Hussain

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ condemns Fawad Chaudhry's remarks against Talat Hussain, highlighting the need for respect towards journalists and protection from attacks.

PMDA Ordinance an attempt to impose media martial law: PFUJ

PMDA Ordinance an attempt to impose media martial law: PFUJ

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ, HRCP, and PBC reject the PMDA Ordinance, claiming it threatens media freedom and constitutional rights in Pakistan.

Here's all you need to know about PMDA Ordinance 2021

Here's all you need to know about PMDA Ordinance 2021

 Published 5 years ago:  The PMDA Ordinance 2021 seeks to establish a comprehensive media regulatory authority in Pakistan, overseeing all media platforms legally.

Resolution tabled in parliament against attacks on journalists

Resolution tabled in parliament against attacks on journalists

 Published 5 years ago:  Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Senator tabled a resolution in parliament condemning attacks on journalists and demanding fair inquiries into such incidents.

Salient features of proposed Pakistan Media Development Authority Ordinance 2021

Salient features of proposed Pakistan Media Development Authority Ordinance 2021

 Published 5 years ago:  The proposed Pakistan Media Development Authority Ordinance 2021 aims to regulate all forms of media in Pakistan, ensuring independence and transparency.

Reporter sues Chicago mayor for not granting an interview

Reporter sues Chicago mayor for not granting an interview

 Published 5 years ago:  A local reporter sues Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot for only granting interviews to journalists of color, claiming discrimination and violation of rights.

Journalist Mary Karla Ares sent to prison in Cuba

Journalist Mary Karla Ares sent to prison in Cuba

 Published 5 years ago:  Cuban journalist Mary Karla Ares faces imprisonment after her arrest while covering a protest, prompting demands for her immediate release.

More curbs on media in the offing

More curbs on media in the offing

 Published 5 years ago:  The government plans to merge three media regulators into a new body named Pakistan Media Development Authority, imposing stricter regulations on media.

Israel arrests journalist, cameraperson of Palestine channel

Israel arrests journalist, cameraperson of Palestine channel

 Published 5 years ago:  Israeli forces arrested a journalist and cameraman from Al-Kofiya channel while reporting in Sheikh Jarrah, sparking outrage over media suppression.

CPJ calls for release of ailing Egyptian journalist Gamal al-Gamal

CPJ calls for release of ailing Egyptian journalist Gamal al-Gamal

 Published 5 years ago:  The CPJ demands the release of ailing journalist Gamal al-Gamal, highlighting his deteriorating health in Tora Prison amid COVID-19 concerns.