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Ex-PEMRA chairman Absar Alam terms Nawaz Sharif a good boss

Ex-PEMRA chairman Absar Alam terms Nawaz Sharif a good boss

 Published 7 years ago:  Absar Alam reflects positively on his tenure with Nawaz Sharif, calling him a good boss who valued his team and offered operational freedom.

Imtiaz Alam plays down the importance of civil awards

Imtiaz Alam plays down the importance of civil awards

 Published 7 years ago:  Imtiaz Alam questions the significance of civil awards in Pakistan, reflecting on awards' selective nature amidst a backdrop of journalist protests.

Greetings pour in for Arshad Sharif

Greetings pour in for Arshad Sharif

 Published 7 years ago:  Arshad Sharif receives widespread acclaim for his nomination for the President's Award for Pride of Performance in journalism.

Robo-journalism gains traction in shifting media landscape

Robo-journalism gains traction in shifting media landscape

 Published 7 years ago:  Robo-journalism, utilizing AI bots like Tobi and Heliograf, is revolutionizing newsrooms by increasing speed and accuracy in reporting.

Arshad Sharif and Ishrat Fatima to get civil awards

Arshad Sharif and Ishrat Fatima to get civil awards

 Published 7 years ago:  Arshad Sharif and Ishrat Fatima are set to receive civil awards on March 23 for their contributions to journalism and media in Pakistan.

Public News journalist Owais Tohid gets trolled on Twitter

Public News journalist Owais Tohid gets trolled on Twitter

 Published 7 years ago:  Owais Tohid faces backlash on Twitter after calling out Indian cricket players for war hysteria linked to military support during a recent match.

Time for more women to lead media and unions, says IFJ

Time for more women to lead media and unions, says IFJ

 Published 7 years ago:  The IFJ urges media and unions to improve women's representation in leadership roles to achieve gender equality in journalism and beyond.

Some journalists call for providing proper healthcare to Sharif

Some journalists call for providing proper healthcare to Sharif

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists call for proper healthcare for ailing Nawaz Sharif, criticizing the government for its insensitive handling of his treatment.

ARY News journalist Rabia Noor wins Jamal Khashoggi Award for Courageous Journalism

ARY News journalist Rabia Noor wins Jamal Khashoggi Award for Courageous Journalism

 Published 7 years ago:  Rabia Noor of ARY News wins the Jamal Khashoggi Award for Courageous Journalism for her bold reporting on taboo issues and women's empowerment.

Editor Raza Rumi's association with Daily Times ends

Editor Raza Rumi's association with Daily Times ends

 Published 7 years ago:  Raza Rumi announces his departure from Daily Times after two years of challenging and rewarding editorship, reflecting on his contributions.

Supreme Court bars private channels from airing Indian content

Supreme Court bars private channels from airing Indian content

 Published 7 years ago:  The Supreme Court of Pakistan prohibits private channels from airing Indian content, citing national security concerns after recent tensions.

Government adverts to papers withheld in Indian Occupied Kashmir

Government adverts to papers withheld in Indian Occupied Kashmir

 Published 7 years ago:  The J&K administration has withheld government advertisements to local papers, raising concerns over press freedom in Indian Occupied Kashmir.

BBC's new-look Sairbeen to engage diverse audiences

BBC's new-look Sairbeen to engage diverse audiences

 Published 7 years ago:  BBC News Urdu's Sairbeen has revamped its format to engage diverse audiences through innovative technology and social media integration.

Najam Sethi on 24 News from mid-March

Najam Sethi on 24 News from mid-March

 Published 7 years ago:  Najam Sethi announces his return to television with a new show on 24 News, aiming for a mid-March launch amidst hopes for freedom of expression.

Egyptian photojournalist Shawkan freed after over five years in jail

Egyptian photojournalist Shawkan freed after over five years in jail

 Published 7 years ago:  Egyptian photojournalist Shawkan has been freed after over five years in detention on anti-state charges, now under police observation.

CEJ and colleagues remember courageous Editor Razia Bhatti

CEJ and colleagues remember courageous Editor Razia Bhatti

 Published 7 years ago:  CEJ honors the legacy of Razia Bhatti, a champion for independent journalism, in a memorial lecture highlighting her contributions and challenges.

Gharidah returns to Aaj TV

Gharidah returns to Aaj TV

 Published 7 years ago:  Gharidah Farooqi has rejoined Aaj News after leaving GNN Television, confirming her show G for Gharidah will continue.

Journalist Nadeem Siddiqui killed in a road accident

Journalist Nadeem Siddiqui killed in a road accident

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalist Nadeem Siddiqui was tragically killed in a road accident while reporting at the line of control in Mirpur Islamghar area.

Social media fake news fans tension between Pakistan and India

Social media fake news fans tension between Pakistan and India

 Published 7 years ago:  Social media has fueled tensions between India and Pakistan with widespread circulation of fake news amid escalating military conflicts.

Six journalists win inaugural Data Journalism Awards

Six journalists win inaugural Data Journalism Awards

 Published 7 years ago:  Six journalists were honored at the inaugural Pakistan Data Journalism Awards for their outstanding contributions in data-driven reporting!

Conference assesses media's role in covering conflict, violence

Conference assesses media's role in covering conflict, violence

 Published 7 years ago:  An international conference in Islamabad assessed the media's role in covering conflict and violence, showcasing efforts to improve conflict reporting.

Journalist slain by Taliban remembered

Journalist slain by Taliban remembered

 Published 7 years ago:  Tributes were paid to slain journalist Siraj ud Din on his 11th death anniversary at the Swat Press Club to honor his legacy and contribution!

Gulf News decides not to run video of captured Indian pilot

Gulf News decides not to run video of captured Indian pilot

 Published 7 years ago:  Gulf News refrains from publishing a video of an Indian pilot captured by Pakistan, prioritizing ethics and Geneva Convention adherence.

Four journalists barred from covering Trump-Kim dinner in Hanoi

Four journalists barred from covering Trump-Kim dinner in Hanoi

 Published 7 years ago:  The White House barred four journalists from covering the Trump-Kim dinner in Hanoi, citing sensitivities over shouted questions.

Cinema exhibitors boycott Indian content: minister

Cinema exhibitors boycott Indian content: minister

 Published 7 years ago:  The Cinema Exhibitors Association has officially boycotted Indian content, with no Indian movies to be released in Pakistan following recent tensions.

Pakistani journalists reject Indian claims

Pakistani journalists reject Indian claims

 Published 7 years ago:  Pakistani journalists vehemently rejected Indian claims of airstrikes and alleged casualties, emphasizing skepticism and the need for restraint.

BBC documentary continues the story of slain Qandeel Baloch

BBC documentary continues the story of slain Qandeel Baloch

 Published 7 years ago:  The BBC's new documentary on Qandeel Baloch highlights ongoing violence against women in Pakistan and legal challenges in her murder case.

PEMRA issued 618 show-cause notices, warnings to TV channels

PEMRA issued 618 show-cause notices, warnings to TV channels

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has issued 618 show-cause notices and warnings to TV channels for violating the 2015 code of conduct, along with significant fines and suspensions.