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Supreme Court orders release of prime accused in Daniel Pearl murder

Supreme Court orders release of prime accused in Daniel Pearl murder

 Published 5 years ago:  Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered the release of Ahmad Omar Saeed Sheikh in the murder case of journalist Daniel Pearl, provoking global outrage.

Transgender people announce press club to protect journalists' rights

Transgender people announce press club to protect journalists' rights

 Published 5 years ago:  Transgender individuals in Muzaffargarh establish a press club aimed at protecting journalists' rights and promoting experienced reporting.

Dawn opposes bill proposing more powers to PEMRA

Dawn opposes bill proposing more powers to PEMRA

 Published 5 years ago:  Dawn opposes a PTI bill that seeks to expand PEMRA's powers over media compliance and employment contracts, raising concerns about press freedom.

Legendary broadcast interviewer Larry King dies at 87

Legendary broadcast interviewer Larry King dies at 87

 Published 5 years ago:  Larry King, renowned broadcaster and interviewer, has died at 87 after a legendary career spanning over half a century and numerous iconic interviews.

PEMRA suspends BOL News license

PEMRA suspends BOL News license

 Published 5 years ago:  PEMRA has suspended the license of BOL News and imposed a one million rupees fine for contemptuous remarks against the Lahore High Court judges.

PFUJ condemns brutality against veteran journalist G.N Mughal

PFUJ condemns brutality against veteran journalist G.N Mughal

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the brutal assault on veteran journalist G.N Mughal, calling for immediate action against the assailants and better journalist protection.

Geo News cameraperson beaten up outside Islamabad court

Geo News cameraperson beaten up outside Islamabad court

 Published 5 years ago:  Geo News cameraperson Nasir Mughal was assaulted by accused and their lawyers outside an Islamabad court during a murder case coverage.

BBC Urdu TV ends broadcasts on AAJ TV

BBC Urdu TV ends broadcasts on AAJ TV

 Published 5 years ago:  The BBC has ended its Urdu broadcasts on AAJ TV following ongoing interference, impacting Pakistani audiences and availability alternatives online.

RSF urges Pakistan to stop online hate campaign against critical journalists

RSF urges Pakistan to stop online hate campaign against critical journalists

 Published 5 years ago:  RSF calls on Pakistan to condemn an online hate campaign against BBC and The Independent journalists targeting their Urdu-language services.

Mojo kits distributed among 70 Peshawar journalists

Mojo kits distributed among 70 Peshawar journalists

 Published 5 years ago:  Khyber Union of Journalists distributed mojo kits to 70 journalists in Peshawar to enhance their capacity and tackle challenges they face.

PFUJ's book on its 70-year fight for press freedom set for launch

PFUJ's book on its 70-year fight for press freedom set for launch

 Published 5 years ago:  The PFUJ's new book details its 70-year struggle for press freedom in Pakistan, chronicling significant events and sacrifices of journalists.

Senior journalist Yousaf Khan Mayar passes away in Mardan

Senior journalist Yousaf Khan Mayar passes away in Mardan

 Published 5 years ago:  Yousaf Khan Mayar, senior journalist and Mardan Press Club vice president, passed away after a long illness, leaving behind a legacy in journalism.

IHC restrains Naeem Bukhari from working as PTV chairman

IHC restrains Naeem Bukhari from working as PTV chairman

 Published 5 years ago:  The IHC has restrained Naeem Bukhari from serving as PTV chairman, raising concerns over the legality of his appointment.

Violent mob attacks media during Capitol assault

Violent mob attacks media during Capitol assault

 Published 5 years ago:  A violent mob attacked media workers during the Capitol assault, leading to destruction of equipment and threatening journalists' safety.

PFUJ rejects representation in PCP and amendments made by senate standing committee

PFUJ rejects representation in PCP and amendments made by senate standing committee

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ has rejected the Press Council of Pakistan representation and amendments by the Senate Committee for undermining journalists' interests.

PFUJ holds protest rallies for job security and press freedom

PFUJ holds protest rallies for job security and press freedom

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ organized nationwide protests for journalists' protection and press freedom, highlighting issues faced by media workers in Pakistan.

Dr. Nauman Niaz removed as PTV director sports

Dr. Nauman Niaz removed as PTV director sports

 Published 5 years ago:  Dr. Nauman Niaz has been removed as PTV's Director Sports and appointed as director training at the Islamabad PTV Academy.

Journalist Imtiaz Gul quits PTV

Journalist Imtiaz Gul quits PTV

 Published 5 years ago:  Journalist Imtiaz Gul resigns from PTV after being removed from his talk show, criticizing the unprofessional environment at the state broadcaster.

Journalist murdered on the first day of 2021 in Afghanistan

Journalist murdered on the first day of 2021 in Afghanistan

 Published 5 years ago:  Afghan journalist Bismillah Adil Aimaq was murdered by unidentified gunmen on January 1, 2021, in Ghor province, raising concerns for journalist safety.

60 journalists killed in 2020: IFJ

60 journalists killed in 2020: IFJ

 Published 5 years ago:  In 2020, 60 journalists were murdered globally, highlighting a resurgence in violence against media professionals during a year marked by a pandemic.

PFUJ now on Facebook and Twitter

PFUJ now on Facebook and Twitter

 Published 5 years ago:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists has launched its official Facebook and Twitter accounts to enhance communication and outreach.

President Arif Alvi concerned over women journalists losing jobs

President Arif Alvi concerned over women journalists losing jobs

 Published 5 years ago:  President Arif Alvi has expressed concern over job losses among women journalists amid the media crisis and called for a gender audit of news organizations.

The Telegraph admits its corona story blaming Pakistan was misleading

The Telegraph admits its corona story blaming Pakistan was misleading

 Published 5 years ago:  The Telegraph has admitted its story alleging that half of Britain's imported corona cases came from Pakistan was misleading and violated press standards.

Here's how to create a fake media outlet

Here's how to create a fake media outlet

 Published 5 years ago:  EU DisinfoLab outlines a satirical guide on creating a fake media outlet to highlight disinformation tactics in the digital age.

PFUJ announces countrywide protests on January 5

PFUJ announces countrywide protests on January 5

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ has planned nationwide protests on January 5 to expose the challenges faced by the media industry and journalists in Pakistan.

PFUJ condoles demise of Abdul Hameed Chapra

PFUJ condoles demise of Abdul Hameed Chapra

 Published 5 years ago:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists mourns the loss of veteran journalist Abdul Hameed Chapra, a symbol of press freedom and integrity.

Indian TV channel fined 20,000 pounds for hate speech against Pakistan

Indian TV channel fined 20,000 pounds for hate speech against Pakistan

 Published 5 years ago:  Ofcom fines Indian Republic TV £20,000 for hate speech against Pakistan, citing derogatory content in program Poochta Hai Bharat.

Photojournalist Rahmatullah Nikzad shot and killed in Afghanistan

Photojournalist Rahmatullah Nikzad shot and killed in Afghanistan

 Published 5 years ago:  Rahmatullah Nikzad, a freelance photojournalist in Afghanistan, was shot and killed in Ghazni, demanding urgent action to protect press freedom.