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Release media group editor: Human Rights Watch

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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'

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

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

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

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

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.