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Welcome to our Newsroom, your one-stop destination for the latest stories meticulously curated and refined by our skilled sub-editors. This dynamic section features a diverse mix of news articles spanning some of our main categories, including Pakistan, World, Asia, Opportunities, and Women in Media. Stay updated with the most current and compelling stories, all in one place, as we bring you comprehensive coverage of the events and issues shaping the media world.

Dawn office besieged again

Dawn office besieged again

 Published 6 years ago:  A protest outside the Dawn office in Islamabad intensifies as crowds block entry, prompting calls for police intervention and government action.

Journalist injured in deadly military convoy blast in Afghanistan

Journalist injured in deadly military convoy blast in Afghanistan

 Published 6 years ago:  A roadside bomb in Afghanistan injured a journalist as Taliban attacks escalated, prompting calls for better journalist safety measures.

IPI executive board condemns death threats to Dawn editor and CEO

IPI executive board condemns death threats to Dawn editor and CEO

 Published 6 years ago:  The IPI condemns death threats against Dawn editor Zaffar Abbas and CEO Hamid Haroon, highlighting threats to press freedom in Pakistan.

Journalists rally to condemn attack on Dawn

Journalists rally to condemn attack on Dawn

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists and rights activists rally in Islamabad to support Dawn after threats from Islamists demanding the editor's execution for their reporting.

And that is a good story

And that is a good story

 Published 6 years ago:  Waseem Abbasi's compelling investigation into misuse of authority by a powerful politician highlights the importance of real journalism.

CPJ calls for probe into death threats against Dawn staffers

CPJ calls for probe into death threats against Dawn staffers

 Published 6 years ago:  The CPJ calls on Pakistan to investigate death threats against Dawn staff after protests turned violent against the newspaper's reporting.

Veteran journalist Zafar Iqbal Mirza passes away

Veteran journalist Zafar Iqbal Mirza passes away

 Published 6 years ago:  Veteran journalist Zafar Iqbal Mirza passed away at the age of 83, leaving behind a significant legacy in Pakistani journalism.

Here's what journalists say about attack on Dawn

Here's what journalists say about attack on Dawn

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists decry the protest against Dawn office, raising questions about the identities of the protesters and the need for a government response.

PFUJ condemns hooliganism at Dawn office in Islamabad

PFUJ condemns hooliganism at Dawn office in Islamabad

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the violent attack on Dawn office in Islamabad, demanding inquiry and accountability for the disruption of media operations.

CPJ launches 2019 #FreeThePress campaign

CPJ launches 2019 #FreeThePress campaign

 Published 6 years ago:  CPJ has initiated the 2019 #FreeThePress campaign to spotlight the global issue of imprisoned journalists and advocate for their rights.

Mob blocks gates of Dawn offices in Islamabad

Mob blocks gates of Dawn offices in Islamabad

 Published 6 years ago:  A protest in Islamabad saw around 100 people block the gates of Dawn offices for nearly three hours over a controversial article.

Shahzada Zulfiqar elected president of PFUJ, Nasir Zaidi as secretary-general

Shahzada Zulfiqar elected president of PFUJ, Nasir Zaidi as secretary-general

 Published 6 years ago:  Shahzada Zulfiqar and Nasir Zaidi are elected as president and secretary-general of PFUJ, highlighting their contributions to journalism.

Female journalist killed by her husband in Lahore

Female journalist killed by her husband in Lahore

 Published 6 years ago:  Urooj Iqbal, a journalist, was murdered by her husband on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women in Lahore.

Journalists attend workshop on Sustainable Agriculture in Bhurban

Journalists attend workshop on Sustainable Agriculture in Bhurban

 Published 6 years ago:  A workshop in Bhurban emphasized the importance of sustainable agriculture and innovative technologies to tackle food security challenges in Pakistan.

A new low in journalism: The News copy-pastes Dawn story

A new low in journalism: The News copy-pastes Dawn story

 Published 6 years ago:  The News faced criticism for excessively copying a story from Dawn without proper attribution, sparking a debate on journalistic ethics.

AGAHI Awards honor 47 journalists for excellence in journalism

AGAHI Awards honor 47 journalists for excellence in journalism

 Published 6 years ago:  The AGAHI Awards honored 47 journalists for their excellence in media ethics and reporting at a ceremony attended by notable figures in Islamabad.

CPJ gala recognizes courageous journalists from developing democracies

CPJ gala recognizes courageous journalists from developing democracies

 Published 6 years ago:  The CPJ gala honored courageous journalists from developing democracies, highlighting the importance of press freedom amidst global threats.

Former sports editor of Khaleej Times, Gulf News, and Dawn Rehan Siddiqui dies

Former sports editor of Khaleej Times, Gulf News, and Dawn Rehan Siddiqui dies

 Published 6 years ago:  Rehan Siddiqui, former sports editor for Khaleej Times and Gulf News, passed away in London at the age of 76 following health complications.

Journalist Yasir Habib wins Golden Anchor Communication award

Journalist Yasir Habib wins Golden Anchor Communication award

 Published 6 years ago:  Yasir Habib Khan, a senior journalist, receives the prestigious 2019 CPEC Golden Anchor Communication Award from Chinese Ambassador Yao Jing.

The chronicles of Mamu

The chronicles of Mamu

 Published 6 years ago:  The article explores the complex persona of Mamu, a media mogul in Pakistan, detailing his rise, character flaws, and controversial business practices.

PFUJ elections on November 30 in Karachi

PFUJ elections on November 30 in Karachi

 Published 6 years ago:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists will hold its biennial elections in Karachi on November 30, with 277 delegates participating.

Media think-tank IIRMR hosts Chinese diplomats

Media think-tank IIRMR hosts Chinese diplomats

 Published 6 years ago:  IIRMR hosts a discussion with Chinese diplomats on Pakistan-China relations and economic cooperation in Lahore, emphasizing mutual benefits.

KUJ-Barna and CEJ sign MoU for capacity building workshops

KUJ-Barna and CEJ sign MoU for capacity building workshops

 Published 6 years ago:  KUJ-Barna and CEJ-IBA signed an MoU to enhance journalists' skills through capacity building workshops focusing on data and mobile journalism.

Palestinian photographer injured by Israeli forces

Palestinian photographer injured by Israeli forces

 Published 6 years ago:  Palestinian photographer Moath Amarneh was injured by Israeli forces while covering a protest in the West Bank, prompting calls for an investigation.

Dark echoes from the Zia era

Dark echoes from the Zia era

 Published 6 years ago:  The current state of press freedom in Pakistan echoes the oppressive Zia era, with journalists facing increasing censorship and threats.

Commissioner submits report to SHC in Sardar Khan case

Commissioner submits report to SHC in Sardar Khan case

 Published 6 years ago:  The Sindh High Court received the commissioner's report in the Sardar Khan case, progressing towards arguments and witness testimonies.

Journalists divided on government's decision on Nawaz Sharif

Journalists divided on government's decision on Nawaz Sharif

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists express mixed opinions on the government's conditional approval for Nawaz Sharif's treatment abroad amid political tensions.

100 days of internet shutdown in Kashmir

100 days of internet shutdown in Kashmir

 Published 6 years ago:  Kashmir's internet shutdown reaches 100 days, prompting international concern and demands for the restoration of communication services.