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Release media group editor: Human Rights Watch
Published 6 years ago: Human Rights Watch urges Pakistani authorities to release media group editor Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman, citing ongoing political harassment and press suppression.
CPNE president slams Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman's arrest
Published 6 years ago: CPNE president Arif Nizami criticizes the arrest of Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman by NAB, highlighting its impact on media freedom in Pakistan.
PFUJ calls for Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman's release
Published 6 years ago: PFUJ demands the immediate release of Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman, citing concerns over politically motivated actions by NAB in an ongoing investigation.
NAB arrests Jang Group boss Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman
Published 6 years ago: Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman, head of Jang Group, arrested for corruption in a decades-old land transaction case, raising concerns about media freedom in Pakistan.
Neo News presenter in embarrassing blunder
Published 6 years ago: Ayesha Ehtesham of Neo News faced criticism for misusing 'ejaculation' instead of 'ejection' during a segment about a PAF pilot's crash.
Policeman guarding journalist Shireen Zada gunned down
Published 6 years ago: A policeman guarding journalist Shireen Zada was shot dead in Swat, raising concerns about a potential assassination attempt on the journalist.
Three citizen journalists vanish in China; authorities tighten controls amid COVID-19 crisis
Published 6 years ago: Three citizen journalists have vanished in China amid heightened COVID-19 censorship, raising concerns within the international media community.
Myanmar Army files lawsuit against Reuters
Published 6 years ago: Myanmar's Army has filed a defamation lawsuit against Reuters for reporting on a recent shelling that killed two women in Rakhine State.
PFUJ condemns death threats to journalist Asif Ali Bhatti, demands security
Published 6 years ago: PFUJ strongly condemns death threats against journalist Asif Ali Bhatti and demands increased security measures for his protection.
Nearly 60 go jobless as Daily Asian newspaper shuts down, PFUJ condemns closure
Published 6 years ago: Daily Asian newspaper shuts down, leaving nearly 60 employees jobless as PFUJ condemns the management's actions and calls for government intervention.
Journalists call for a ban on Khalil Ur Rehman for abusing Marvi Sirmed
Published 6 years ago: Journalists demand a ban on Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar for his abusive remarks towards Marvi Sirmed during a recent talk show debate on women's rights.
Low digital literacy, poor network barriers to internet inclusion in Pakistan: The Economist
Published 6 years ago: Low digital literacy and poor network quality hinder internet inclusion in Pakistan, ranking 76th globally and among the bottom in Asia.
Dawn not happy with PTI's handling of bill on journalists' protection
Published 6 years ago: Dawn criticizes PTI's approach to the journalists' protection bill, urging adoption of a more comprehensive version prepared by the human rights ministry.
Tragedy strikes: Javed Khan of Daily Ausaf shot dead in Swat
Published 6 years ago: Javed Khan, bureau chief of Daily Ausaf, was tragically shot dead in Swat on February 25, marking the second journalist murder in Pakistan this year.
Promises made for urgent government action to resolve media pay crisis
Published 6 years ago: Urgent government action is needed to address the media pay crisis in Pakistan, with journalists owed months of unpaid salaries and facing dire consequences.
PFUJ, civil society and others reject Citizens Protection Rules
Published 6 years ago: PFUJ and civil society reject the Citizens Protection Rules, citing threats to freedom of expression and the digital economy.
Senior journalist Fasih-ur-Rehman passes away
Published 6 years ago: Senior journalist Fasih-ur-Rehman Khan, a key figure in Pakistan's media landscape, passed away at 47 due to cardiac arrest and brain hemorrhage.
Kashmir journalist wins AFP's Kate Webb Prize for coverage of India's lockdown
Published 6 years ago: Kashmir journalist Ahmer Khan wins the 2019 AFP Kate Webb Prize for his impactful reporting during India's lockdown in occupied Kashmir.
Dawn welcomes PM's call for consultations on Citizens Protection Rules
Published 6 years ago: Dawn welcomes PM Imran Khan's call for consultations on the controversial Citizens Protection Rules, emphasizing the need for genuine stakeholder input.
Indian police open case against Kashmir social media users
Published 6 years ago: Indian authorities in Kashmir have opened a case against social media users for bypassing a ban using VPNs to promote secessionist ideologies.
CPJ calls for thorough probe into the murder of journalist Aziz Memon
Published 6 years ago: The CPJ urges Pakistan to investigate the murder of journalist Aziz Memon to ensure justice for the growing threats against journalists.
DawnNews journalist seeks help in tracing culprits who attacked him
Published 6 years ago: Journalist Inamullah Khattak of DawnNews seeks public assistance in identifying assailants who attacked him four weeks ago in Islamabad.
Asma Shirazi reminds prime minister about media's role in his political struggle
Published 6 years ago: Asma Shirazi emphasizes media's essential role in politics, urging Prime Minister Khan to support free expression and reflect on his policies.
Dawn tells prime minister 'power is ephemeral'
Published 6 years ago: Dawn urges Prime Minister Imran Khan to reconsider his approach towards media, emphasizing the importance of a free press and accountability.
PFUJ demands judicial inquiry of journalist Aziz Memon's murder
Published 6 years ago: The PFUJ demands a judicial inquiry into the murder of journalist Aziz Memon, highlighting the need for immediate action against the perpetrators.
Journalist Aziz Memon killed in Naushahro Feroze
Published 6 years ago: Journalist Aziz Memon was found dead in Naushahro Feroze, sparking investigations into his alleged murder following threats he received.
IFJ, PFUJ condemn government clampdown on digital creators
Published 6 years ago: IFJ and PFUJ condemn Pakistan's government for imposing strict regulations on digital content creators and limiting freedom of expression.
Journalist Gul Bukhari threatened with terrorism charges, extradition from UK
Published 6 years ago: Pakistani authorities threaten journalist Gul Bukhari with terrorism charges and extradition from the UK amid calls for journalist protection.

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