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Radio journalist murdered in Afghanistan

Radio journalist murdered in Afghanistan

 Published 6 years ago:  Radio journalist Nader Shah Sahebzadeh was found murdered in Gardez, Afghanistan, prompting calls for justice from international media organizations.

Gwen Ifill Press Freedom Award for Dawn Editor Zaffar Abbas

Gwen Ifill Press Freedom Award for Dawn Editor Zaffar Abbas

 Published 6 years ago:  Zaffar Abbas of Dawn newspaper receives the Gwen Ifill Press Freedom Award for his commitment to press freedom amidst government pressures in Pakistan.

Journalists hold protests to denounce censorship

Journalists hold protests to denounce censorship

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists across Pakistan protested against censorship, budget cuts, and delayed wages, urging for media freedom and expression rights.

The News on Sunday blunders big time

The News on Sunday blunders big time

 Published 6 years ago:  The News on Sunday mistakenly published a photo of journalist Mariana Baabar Pashteen with an obituary for Zuhra Karim, who recently passed away.

Media freedom in Karachi has worsened: press club president Imtiyaz Khan

Media freedom in Karachi has worsened: press club president Imtiyaz Khan

 Published 6 years ago:  Imtiyaz Khan highlights the worsening media freedom for journalists in Karachi, calling for protective measures and government intervention.

Journalists Umar Cheema and Azaz Syed back on Twitter

Journalists Umar Cheema and Azaz Syed back on Twitter

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists Umar Cheema and Azaz Syed have returned to Twitter after a brief deactivation, continuing their pursuit of truth amidst challenges.

Iftikhar Ahmad quits 24 News for health reasons

Iftikhar Ahmad quits 24 News for health reasons

 Published 6 years ago:  Iftikhar Ahmad resigns from 24 News after 17 years in television, citing health reasons for his decision.

Journalist 'heckles' minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi over media freedom

Journalist 'heckles' minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi over media freedom

 Published 6 years ago:  Canadian journalist Ezra Levant heckled Pakistan's Foreign Minister Qureshi over alleged media censorship during a press conference in London.

No media space for convicts or those under trial: government

No media space for convicts or those under trial: government

 Published 6 years ago:  The government has prohibited media coverage for convicted or under-trial individuals to limit the narrative surrounding jailed politicians.

Shah Mehmood Qureshi rejects criticism over media freedom

Shah Mehmood Qureshi rejects criticism over media freedom

 Published 6 years ago:  Shah Mehmood Qureshi defends Pakistan's media freedom, stating there is no attempt to gag journalists despite recent censorship concerns.

Nadeem Malik's interview of Maryam Nawaz blocked

Nadeem Malik's interview of Maryam Nawaz blocked

 Published 6 years ago:  Maryam Nawaz's interview on Hum TV was abruptly blocked by management shortly after it started, raising concerns over media censorship.

Journalist shot dead following death threats in the Philippines

Journalist shot dead following death threats in the Philippines

 Published 6 years ago:  Eduardo Dizon, a journalist in the Philippines, was shot dead following threats, highlighting the risks faced by media professionals in the country.

Indian media body asks government to withdraw restrictions on journalists

Indian media body asks government to withdraw restrictions on journalists

 Published 6 years ago:  The Editors Guild of India has urged the government to lift restrictions on journalists, limiting access to the finance ministry amidst growing media freedom.

UNESCO launching project to promote a secure environment for women journalists

UNESCO launching project to promote a secure environment for women journalists

 Published 6 years ago:  UNESCO is launching a one-year project to create a secure environment for women journalists in India, Sri Lanka, Mali, and Senegal.

Amal Clooney faults 'collective shrug' over slain journalist

Amal Clooney faults 'collective shrug' over slain journalist

 Published 6 years ago:  Amal Clooney criticizes world leaders for their inadequate response to the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi at a press freedom conference in London.

IFJ and PFUJ condemn attacks on two journalists in Punjab

IFJ and PFUJ condemn attacks on two journalists in Punjab

 Published 6 years ago:  The IFJ and PFUJ condemn the violent attacks on journalists Shaikh Rizwan and Bashir Malik in Punjab, demanding justice and protection for media workers.

Here's why journalists Umar Cheema and Azaz Syed deactivated their Twitter accounts

Here's why journalists Umar Cheema and Azaz Syed deactivated their Twitter accounts

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists Umar Cheema and Azaz Syed deactivated their Twitter accounts after pressure from authorities, highlighting rising media censorship in Pakistan.

Monetary dispute turns deadly: BOL anchor Mureed Abbas killed in Karachi

Monetary dispute turns deadly: BOL anchor Mureed Abbas killed in Karachi

 Published 6 years ago:  BOL News anchor Mureed Abbas was killed in Karachi over a monetary dispute, leading to calls for swift justice from media representatives.

Abb Takk, Capital, and 24 News unblocked

Abb Takk, Capital, and 24 News unblocked

 Published 6 years ago:  Three blocked TV channels, Abb Takk, Capital, and 24 News, were unblocked after protests from journalists and political leaders in Islamabad.

President of Sukkur Press Club Javed Memon passes away

President of Sukkur Press Club Javed Memon passes away

 Published 6 years ago:  Javed Memon, President of Sukkur Press Club and esteemed journalist, passed away due to liver disease, mourned by colleagues and officials.

PFUJ Islamabad Declaration: Threats to press freedom assume ominous proportions

PFUJ Islamabad Declaration: Threats to press freedom assume ominous proportions

 Published 6 years ago:  The PFUJ's Islamabad Declaration highlights alarming threats to press freedom in Pakistan, calling for protection of journalists' rights and independence.

Abb Tak, 24 News and Capital TV forced off air

Abb Tak, 24 News and Capital TV forced off air

 Published 6 years ago:  Three Pakistani news channels, Abb Tak, 24 News, and Capital TV, were taken off air due to pressure from PEMRA for covering a political rally.

38 journalists killed so far in 2019: Press Emblem Campaign

38 journalists killed so far in 2019: Press Emblem Campaign

 Published 6 years ago:  The Press Emblem Campaign reports 38 journalists killed in 2019, a 42% decrease from the previous year, yet the situation remains dire in Mexico and Afghanistan.

PFUJ and APNEC to observe July 16 as Black Day

PFUJ and APNEC to observe July 16 as Black Day

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ and APNEC will observe July 16 as Black Day nationwide to protest against media censorship, wage delays, and forced retrenchments.

Editor of She magazine Zuhra Karim passes away

Editor of She magazine Zuhra Karim passes away

 Published 6 years ago:  Zuhra Karim, the pioneering editor of She magazine, has passed away in Singapore, leaving a legacy of advocating for women's rights in Pakistan.

PFUJ demands action against social media culprits

PFUJ demands action against social media culprits

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ demands government action against social media campaigns targeting journalists, stressing the need for immediate investigation and protection.

Calls on social media for violence against journalists a criminal activity: Dawn

Calls on social media for violence against journalists a criminal activity: Dawn

 Published 6 years ago:  Dawn warns against rising social media calls for violence against journalists, labeling them as criminal activities threatening free speech.

Herald suspends publication after 50 years

Herald suspends publication after 50 years

 Published 6 years ago:  Herald, Pakistan's iconic magazine, suspends print publication after 50 years to revamp its editorial strategy and explore online possibilities.