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Afridi deletes tweet about Uighar Muslims: BBC
Published 6 years ago: Shahid Afridi deleted a tweet about Uighur Muslims in China after calling for action from the Pakistani government and Chinese authorities.
Curbs on press a greater danger to democracy: Dawn
Published 6 years ago: Dawn highlights the global press crisis as a significant threat to democracy, emphasizing the rise of censorship and journalist intimidation.
Government announces 8th Wage Board Award
Published 6 years ago: The Pakistani government has announced the 8th Wage Board Award for journalists, committing to protect their rights and ensure fair wages.
Global press freedom crackdown widened in 2019: IPI
Published 6 years ago: In 2019, press freedom worsened globally as governments utilized legal harassment and smear tactics against journalists, despite fewer killings.
Some journalists condemn arrest of Ahsan Iqbal
Published 6 years ago: Journalists condemned the arrest of PMLN leader Ahsan Iqbal by NAB, labeling it as a political vendetta and highlighting concerns over governmental abuses.
Five sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia over Khashoggi murder
Published 6 years ago: Five individuals have been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia for the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, with two key figures exonerated.
BBC program Sairbeen to fall silent after five decades
Published 6 years ago: BBC's Sairbeen, a cornerstone of independent journalism in Pakistan, will conclude after fifty years, evoking fond memories and mixed reactions.
Meet Pakistan's top Tik Tok stars
Published 6 years ago: Meet Pakistan's top Tik Tok stars who are bridging class gaps and showcasing their talent with millions of followers on the platform.
UNESCO boss condemns murder of journalist Urooj Iqbal
Published 6 years ago: UNESCO's Director-General calls for an investigation into the murder of journalist Urooj Iqbal in Lahore, highlighting threats against women journalists.
Maguindanao massacre planners finally convicted
Published 6 years ago: The Philippine court has convicted the masterminds and accomplices of the 2009 Maguindanao massacre, bringing long-awaited accountability to the case.
Facebook, YouTube primary sources of news for 40 percent Pakistanis: survey
Published 6 years ago: A recent survey reveals that Facebook and YouTube are the primary news sources for 40% of Pakistanis, highlighting changing media consumption trends.
Swat Press Club office-bearers elected unopposed
Published 6 years ago: The Swat Press Club has elected its office-bearers unopposed for 2020, with Shahzad Alam serving as president for the fifth consecutive year.
No Dawn distribution in DHA Lahore
Published 6 years ago: A reader reports a lack of Dawn newspaper delivery in DHA Lahore, suggesting interference by agencies in the distribution.
Journalists attacked by police, disrupted by protesters in India
Published 6 years ago: Indian police have attacked journalists during protests against a controversial citizenship law, highlighting concerns over press freedom in the country.
Killing of most journalists outcome of personal hostilities, NA told
Published 6 years ago: The PTI government claims most journalist killings in Pakistan stem from personal disputes, not systemic issues. What reforms are being implemented?
Fee collected with electricity bill 68 percent of PTV earning
Published 6 years ago: PTV's earnings reveal that 68% comes from fees collected with electricity bills, totaling Rs7.9 billion of their Rs11.5 billion income.
One in five Pakistanis reads a newspaper: survey
Published 6 years ago: A survey reveals that only 19% of Pakistanis read newspapers, marking a 5% decrease in readership over the last decade due to social media growth.
Journalist claims intelligence inspector visited his home
Published 6 years ago: Journalist Ahmad Noorani reported an intelligence inspector visited his home without prior notice, viewing it as an act of harassment.
Likely curbs on coverage of convicts, a ploy to gag media: Dawn
Published 6 years ago: Dawn opposes the government's curbs on media coverage of convicts, labeling it a tactic to suppress press freedom and target political opposition.
Police attack journalist during South Asian Games protests
Published 6 years ago: A journalist was attacked by police during protests at the South Asian Games, prompting condemnation and calls for investigation from media organizations.
Former managing director of APP Masood Malik passes away
Published 6 years ago: Former APP managing director Masood Malik passes away after a long illness, leaving a legacy of journalism spanning over three decades.
At least 250 journalists jailed worldwide for a fourth straight year
Published 6 years ago: The number of journalists jailed worldwide exceeded 250 for the fourth consecutive year, led by China and Turkey as the top jailers.
BBC says some Pakistani journalists using its marks illegally
Published 6 years ago: BBC warns against misuse of its marks by unauthorized journalists in Pakistan and initiates legal action to safeguard its trademarks.
Media bodies, HRCP discuss gagging of press, pressure tactics
Published 6 years ago: Media organizations and HRCP convene in Islamabad to discuss growing press freedom violations and government pressure tactics against journalists.
Dawn editor responds to Gen. Ghafoor's tweet
Published 6 years ago: Dawn editor Zaffar Abbas addresses Gen. Ghafoor's tweet, clarifying confusion over joint border patrols with Iran and committing to a correction.
DG ISPR terms Dawn story on joint border patrol as 'factually incorrect'
Published 6 years ago: DG ISPR Major General Asif Ghafoor refutes Dawn's report on joint Pak-Iran border patrol as factually incorrect, emphasizing separate operations.
Dawn comments editorially on besieging of its office
Published 6 years ago: Dawn condemns the second besieging of its office, urging Prime Minister Imran Khan to affirm his commitment to press freedom in Pakistan.
Mazhar Barlas and Ali Raza Alvi join GTV
Published 6 years ago: Mazhar Barlas and Ali Raza Alvi leave Such News to host the new primetime show Red Zone on GTV, highlighting their extensive journalism careers.

