Newsroom
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.
PFUJ calls for payment of wages to media workers before Eid
Published 7 years ago: PFUJ urges media organizations to pay outstanding wages to workers before Eid, highlighting the alarming financial crisis faced by journalists.
PEMRA issues notice to NewsOne TV
Published 7 years ago: PEMRA issues a show-cause notice to NewsOne TV for airing defamatory content against NAB Chairman Javed Iqbal, demanding a written explanation.
RSF calls for an end to intimidation of Dawn
Published 7 years ago: Reporters Without Borders condemns the withdrawal of advertising from Dawn, threatening the newspaper's editorial independence and financial viability.
PEMRA serves notices on ARY News, two others
Published 7 years ago: PEMRA has issued notices to ARY News and two other channels for irresponsible reporting and inappropriate content related to serious criminal cases.
Activists arrested under cyber law in Bangladesh
Published 7 years ago: Three activists in Bangladesh were arrested under internet security laws, raising concerns over freedom of expression and governmental censorship.
Nai Baat Network pays staff four salaries in one month
Published 7 years ago: Nai Baat Media Network has surprised employees by paying four salaries in one month, setting a positive precedent in the media industry.
Nigeria charges editor under cybercrimes, terrorism acts
Published 7 years ago: Nigeria has charged journalist Jones Abiri with cybercrimes and terrorism for allegations from 2016, escalating government pressure on press freedom.
IFJ welcomes closure of case against Shahzeb Jillani
Published 7 years ago: The IFJ praises the dismissal of charges against journalist Shahzeb Jillani by a Karachi court, citing insufficient evidence in his case.
Fake news rampant after Sri Lanka attacks
Published 7 years ago: Sri Lankan social networks experienced a surge in fake news following the Easter bombings, reflecting government challenges in managing disinformation.
Tallal Chaudhry's misogynist comment angers journalists
Published 7 years ago: Tallal Chaudhry faces backlash from journalists for misogynistic comments against Firdous Ashiq Awan, sparking widespread condemnation.
UNESCO boss condemns murders of Pakistani journalists
Published 7 years ago: UNESCO chief condemns the murders of Pakistani journalists Ali Sher Rajpar and Malik Amanullah, emphasizing the need for justice to ensure press freedom.
Journalist Agha Akbar passes away
Published 7 years ago: Agha Akbar, renowned sports journalist and business editor in Pakistan, passed away due to liver complications after a transplant surgery.
Dawn comments on a complete disregard of journalistic ethics
Published 7 years ago: Dawn critiques the breach of journalistic ethics following the public announcement of PPP Punjab President Qamar Zaman Kaira's son's death.
Court dismisses case against journalist Shahzeb Jillani
Published 7 years ago: A Karachi court dismissed the case against journalist Shahzeb Jillani due to insufficient evidence from the Federal Investigation Agency.
Journalist killed in Mexican resort
Published 7 years ago: A Mexican journalist under federal protection was found shot dead in Playa del Carmen, raising concerns about journalist safety in Mexico.
RIUJ discusses wage delays and layoffs in media houses
Published 7 years ago: The RIUJ urges media houses to disburse salaries before Eid and halt layoffs while condemning an attack on a reporter and cameraperson.
Journalist Ahmad Noorani chased again
Published 7 years ago: Journalist Ahmad Noorani reports being pursued by motorcyclists in Islamabad, recalling a similar incident from 2017 that left him injured.
Greek CNN reporter's car destroyed by a bomb
Published 7 years ago: Greek authorities are urged to investigate the bombing of CNN reporter Mina Karamitrou's car, which occurred in Athens but left no injuries.
Geo employees end strike; to get paid finally
Published 7 years ago: Geo News employees ended their strike after management agreed to pay outstanding wages by May and June, following support from journalist unions.
Geo News staff on strike again over wages
Published 7 years ago: Geo News staff strike over unpaid wages continues as negotiations with management remain unresolved, with demands for timely salary payments.
Female journalist shot dead in Kabul
Published 7 years ago: A female journalist and parliamentary adviser, Mena Mangal, was shot dead in Kabul, prompting an investigation into the motive behind her murder.
Newsroom staff at Jang Lahore on a pen-down strike
Published 7 years ago: Jang Lahore newsroom staff strike over unpaid wages after delays in salary payments for months, highlighting underpayment issues.
PUJ demands action against cops who attacked journalists
Published 7 years ago: The Punjab Union of Journalists demands action against police for violently attacking journalists in Islamabad during a protest meeting.
PFUJ condemns government ban on Dawn adverts
Published 7 years ago: The PFUJ condemns the government's ban on Dawn advertisements, calling it a threat to freedom of expression and a violation of democratic norms.
Police barge into government apartments in use by journos
Published 7 years ago: Islamabad Police entered government apartments used by journalists, detaining one and causing damage amid claims of ministerial grudge.
Four journalists arrested by FIA granted bail
Published 7 years ago: Four journalists arrested by the FIA in Lahore have been granted bail after allegations of circulating private images without permission.
Journalist union leader meets PEMRA chief
Published 7 years ago: PFUJ leader Pervaiz Shaukat addresses PEMRA chief about media houses' delayed wage payments and urges action against irresponsible owners.
FIA arrests journalists following complaint by Rameeza Nizami
Published 7 years ago: FIA arrests journalists including Khawaja Farrukh Saeed over a complaint by Rameeza Nizami, sparking backlash from the journalism community.

