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Journalist Bayazid Khan says chief minister's men abducted him

Journalist Bayazid Khan says chief minister's men abducted him

 Published 5 years ago:  Journalist Bayazid Khan claims abduction by Balochistan's chief minister's men, revealing details of illegal confinement and police involvement.

Journalist Bayazid Khan abducted in Quetta?

Journalist Bayazid Khan abducted in Quetta?

 Published 5 years ago:  Journalist Bayazid Khan was reportedly abducted in Quetta, sparking demands for his swift return amidst rising concerns for media safety.

Fourteen murders in South Asia in 2020, impunity rife

Fourteen murders in South Asia in 2020, impunity rife

 Published 5 years ago:  In 2020, 14 journalists were murdered in South Asia, highlighting the ongoing issue of impunity and the urgent need for justice reforms.

PFUJ and FN call for legislation to end impunity for crimes against journalists

PFUJ and FN call for legislation to end impunity for crimes against journalists

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ and Freedom Network urge government action on journalist protection legislation as Pakistan marks International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against.

Veteran journalist Saud Sahir passes away

Veteran journalist Saud Sahir passes away

 Published 5 years ago:  Veteran journalist Saud Sahir has passed away after an illness, leaving behind a legacy in journalism and trade unionism.

Legendary former Dawn editor Saleem Asmi passes away

Legendary former Dawn editor Saleem Asmi passes away

 Published 5 years ago:  Legendary former editor of Dawn, Saleem Asmi, passed away in Karachi after a prolonged illness, leaving a significant legacy in journalism.

PFUJ announces second round of protests on November 11

PFUJ announces second round of protests on November 11

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ announces a second round of nationwide protests on November 11, addressing critical issues affecting journalists and media organizations.

PFUJ condemns PEMRA, calls for immediate restoration of Channel 24

PFUJ condemns PEMRA, calls for immediate restoration of Channel 24

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ condemns PEMRA's misuse of laws and calls for the immediate restoration of Channel 24, highlighting the plight of affected workers.

Government spending on adverts sees a sharp decrease

Government spending on adverts sees a sharp decrease

 Published 5 years ago:  Government advertising expenditure dropped significantly under the PTI administration compared to previous years, as reported in the National Assembly.

HRCP, PBC, and PFUJ demand judicial inquiry into Geo reporter's abduction

HRCP, PBC, and PFUJ demand judicial inquiry into Geo reporter's abduction

 Published 5 years ago:  HRCP, PBC, and PFUJ demand a judicial inquiry into the abduction of Geo News journalist Ali Imran Syed, highlighting government shortcomings.

IFJ and PFUJ condemn Geo News reporter's abduction

IFJ and PFUJ condemn Geo News reporter's abduction

 Published 5 years ago:  The IFJ and PFUJ condemn the abduction of Geo News reporter Ali Imran Syed, demanding accountability and swift action from authorities.

PFUJ-led countrywide protests slam PTI's anti-media policies

PFUJ-led countrywide protests slam PTI's anti-media policies

 Published 5 years ago:  Journalists in Pakistan protest against the PTI government's anti-media policies, demanding press freedom and protection of journalists' rights!

PFUJ condemns layoffs at Radio Pakistan and non-payment of dues by PTV

PFUJ condemns layoffs at Radio Pakistan and non-payment of dues by PTV

 Published 5 years ago:  Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists condemns layoffs and non-payment of dues at Radio Pakistan and PTV, urging government intervention.

Kashmir Times office in Srinagar sealed

Kashmir Times office in Srinagar sealed

 Published 5 years ago:  The Kashmir Times office in Srinagar was sealed by authorities, prompting condemnation from journalists and calls for the decision's reversal.

COVID-19 impacts journalists negatively worldwide: ICFJ study

COVID-19 impacts journalists negatively worldwide: ICFJ study

 Published 5 years ago:  A recent ICFJ study reveals that the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted journalists' mental health and job security worldwide.

Reporter arrested while covering protests in Thailand

Reporter arrested while covering protests in Thailand

 Published 5 years ago:  A journalist in Thailand was arrested while covering protests against a controversial emergency decree, raising concerns about press freedom.

Pakistan to unblock social media app TikTok

Pakistan to unblock social media app TikTok

 Published 5 years ago:  Pakistan has lifted the ban on TikTok after the company agreed to block accounts spreading immoral content, according to the telecom authority.

PFUJ announces protest over layoffs, wage delays

PFUJ announces protest over layoffs, wage delays

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ announces nationwide protests against layoffs, wage delays, and censorship affecting journalists in Pakistan.

Broadcast journalist in India arrested after critical news report

Broadcast journalist in India arrested after critical news report

 Published 5 years ago:  Ramesh Rath, a journalist in India, was arrested after a critical report on Odisha CM's flood assessment, prompting protests from journalism organizations.

PFUJ assures support to retrenched DIN News employees

PFUJ assures support to retrenched DIN News employees

 Published 5 years ago:  PFUJ pledges unwavering support to retrenched DIN News employees, advocating against media owners' layoffs and urging employee activism.

Zahid Baig elected AJA President

Zahid Baig elected AJA President

 Published 5 years ago:  Zahid Baig has been elected as the President of the Agriculture Journalists Associations for the term 2020-21 during the recent annual elections.

12 top newspapers, only 5 percent space for editorials on health: report

12 top newspapers, only 5 percent space for editorials on health: report

 Published 5 years ago:  A report reveals that only 5% of editorials in 12 major newspapers focused on health issues in August 2020, highlighting diminishing coverage.

Journalists exposing timber smuggling attacked in Sri Lanka

Journalists exposing timber smuggling attacked in Sri Lanka

 Published 5 years ago:  Journalists Shanmugam Thavaseelan and Kanapathipillai Kumanan were attacked by timber smugglers while covering illegal deforestation in Sri Lanka.

BOL News president and assistant vice president abducted in Karachi

BOL News president and assistant vice president abducted in Karachi

 Published 5 years ago:  Nabeel Jakhura and Shabi Al Hassan of BOL News were abducted in Karachi, raising concerns over media personnel safety in the region.

PFUJ urges PEMRA to withdraw ban on reporting motorway rape case

PFUJ urges PEMRA to withdraw ban on reporting motorway rape case

 Published 5 years ago:  The PFUJ condemns PEMRA's ban on reporting the motorway rape case, calling it a violation of press freedom and expression rights in Pakistan.

Egypt detains freelance journalist Basma Mostafa

Egypt detains freelance journalist Basma Mostafa

 Published 5 years ago:  Freelance journalist Basma Mostafa was detained in Egypt on charges of spreading false news and terror affiliation, sparking international concern.

Dawn endorses PFUJ's stance: there's no press freedom under PTI

Dawn endorses PFUJ's stance: there's no press freedom under PTI

 Published 5 years ago:  Dawn newspaper supports PFUJ's claim that the PTI government is suppressing press freedom through intimidation and censorship of media outlets.

Unidentified shooters kill journalist Abid Hussain Abidi in Mandi Bahaudin

Unidentified shooters kill journalist Abid Hussain Abidi in Mandi Bahaudin

 Published 5 years ago:  Journalist Abid Hussain Abidi was shot dead by unknown assailants in Mandi Bahaudin, drawing condemnation from journalist organizations.