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Reuters launches Digital Journalism Course in Pakistan

Reuters launches Digital Journalism Course in Pakistan

 Published 5 years ago:  Reuters launches a free Digital Journalism Course in Pakistan to enhance journalists' skills in digital newsgathering and verification.

Journalist unions express solidarity with Palestinian media

Journalist unions express solidarity with Palestinian media

 Published 5 years ago:  Journalist unions express solidarity with Palestinian media following targeted bombings of media offices by the Israeli military in Gaza.

Appearance of Israeli parliamentarian on Pakistani channel angers viewers

Appearance of Israeli parliamentarian on Pakistani channel angers viewers

 Published 5 years ago:  The appearance of an Israeli parliamentarian on a Pakistani TV channel has sparked outrage among viewers and protests from the Palestine Foundation.

PFUJ to hold protests against Israeli attacks on media outlets

PFUJ to hold protests against Israeli attacks on media outlets

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ plans nationwide protests on May 18 to condemn Israeli attacks on Palestinian media outlets and express solidarity with affected journalists.

IFJ calls for holding Israel accountable for its crimes against journalists and civilians

IFJ calls for holding Israel accountable for its crimes against journalists and civilians

 Published 5 years ago:  The International Federation of Journalists urges the UN Security Council to act against Israel's targeting of journalists in Gaza following recent bombings.

DigiMAP announces interim cabinet

DigiMAP announces interim cabinet

 Published 5 years ago:  Digital Media Alliance of Pakistan announces its interim cabinet to support independent online journalism in Pakistan.

UNESCO, partners mark Press Freedom Day to Promote Information as a Public Good

UNESCO, partners mark Press Freedom Day to Promote Information as a Public Good

 Published 5 years ago:  UNESCO and partners host a webinar on World Press Freedom Day 2021 to advocate for information as a public good and support media independence.

Urdu blogging website Haal Hawal shuts down

Urdu blogging website Haal Hawal shuts down

 Published 5 years ago:  Haal Hawal, Balochistan's first Urdu blogging website, has permanently shut down after five years due to financial challenges.

PFUJ vows to keep fighting for press freedom and journalists' rights

PFUJ vows to keep fighting for press freedom and journalists' rights

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ reaffirms commitment to fight for press freedom and the rights of journalists, emphasizing unity as they face governmental challenges.

EMRA offers to help press clubs in India fight COVID-19

EMRA offers to help press clubs in India fight COVID-19

 Published 5 years ago:  EMRA offers assistance to India's press clubs by providing safety kits to journalists affected by COVID-19 amid the severe impact of the pandemic.

Hassan Naqvi joins Daily Times as web editor

Hassan Naqvi joins Daily Times as web editor

 Published 5 years ago:  Hassan Naqvi has joined Daily Times as web editor, focusing on online content planning and team development for the publication's digital presence.

PFUJ condemns PEMRA advice to news organizations

PFUJ condemns PEMRA advice to news organizations

 Published 5 years ago:  Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists denounces PEMRA's legal threats against media, stressing the importance of freedom of expression.

CPJ calls for swift probe of attack on Absar Alam

CPJ calls for swift probe of attack on Absar Alam

 Published 5 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists demands a thorough probe into the shooting of journalist Absar Alam in Islamabad following his critical social media posts.

PFUJ condemns attempt to murder Absar Alam

PFUJ condemns attempt to murder Absar Alam

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the assassination attempt on journalist Absar Alam, demanding immediate action against the attackers and protection for media workers.

Absar Alam survives gun attack in Islamabad

Absar Alam survives gun attack in Islamabad

 Published 5 years ago:  Absar Alam, a prominent journalist, survived a gun attack in Islamabad, sustaining injuries but remaining in high spirits after the incident.

Partnership signed for training modules on fact-checking

Partnership signed for training modules on fact-checking

 Published 5 years ago:  CEJ-IBA partners with IFCN to enhance fact-checking skills among journalists in Pakistan, tackling the rise of fake news and misinformation.

Pakistan briefly blocks social media amid anti-France rally

Pakistan briefly blocks social media amid anti-France rally

 Published 5 years ago:  Pakistan briefly blocked social media access following violent anti-French protests led by radical Islamists over blasphemous cartoons.

Khabrain boss Zia Shahid passes away

Khabrain boss Zia Shahid passes away

 Published 5 years ago:  Zia Shahid, veteran journalist and editor-in-chief of Khabrain Group, has passed away at 78 after a heart illness, shocking many in the media community.

IIRMR essay competition on 70th anniversary of Pak-China diplomatic relations

IIRMR essay competition on 70th anniversary of Pak-China diplomatic relations

 Published 5 years ago:  IIRMR announces an essay competition celebrating the 70th anniversary of Pak-China diplomatic relations, inviting participation from all Pakistanis.

PFUJ mourns death of I A Rehman

PFUJ mourns death of I A Rehman

 Published 5 years ago:  The PFUJ mourns the passing of I. A. Rehman, highlighting his significant contributions to democracy and human rights in Pakistan.

11 Taliban arrested in Afghanistan in connection with journalist's killing

11 Taliban arrested in Afghanistan in connection with journalist's killing

 Published 5 years ago:  Afghan police arrested 11 Taliban members for their involvement in the killing of journalist Yama Siawash, drawing attention to escalating violence.

Legendary human rights activist, journalist I A Rehman passes away

Legendary human rights activist, journalist I A Rehman passes away

 Published 5 years ago:  Legendary human rights activist and journalist I A Rehman has passed away in Lahore at the age of 90, leaving behind a significant legacy.

PFUJ, others concerned over proposed amendment to PPC

PFUJ, others concerned over proposed amendment to PPC

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ, PBC, and HRCP express concern over proposed amendment to the Pakistan Penal Code, threatening freedom of expression and civil liberties.

PFUJ condemns unethical and immoral attack on women in Ummat

PFUJ condemns unethical and immoral attack on women in Ummat

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the unethical attack on women in Ummat, calling it a violation of journalism ethics and urging action against the management.

PFUJ postpones long march

PFUJ postpones long march

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ has postponed the long march to Islamabad due to the worsening COVID-19 situation affecting journalists across Pakistan.

Pakistan lifts TikTok ban for the second time

Pakistan lifts TikTok ban for the second time

 Published 5 years ago:  Pakistan has lifted its second ban on TikTok after the app committed to moderating content deemed immoral and unethical.

BBC correspondent leaves China after pressure and threats

BBC correspondent leaves China after pressure and threats

 Published 5 years ago:  BBC correspondent John Sudworth relocates to Taiwan due to threats and pressure from Chinese authorities over his reporting on sensitive issues.

PFUJ submits charter of demands to federal government

PFUJ submits charter of demands to federal government

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ urges the federal government for immediate measures to address media industry crises and safeguard journalists' rights ahead of a long march.