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Digital Journalists Group running survey on journalists' salaries

Digital Journalists Group running survey on journalists' salaries

 Published 7 years ago:  Digital Journalists of Pakistan is conducting an online survey to understand journalists' salaries and promote transparency in the industry.

Murtaza Solangi sues Capital TV

Murtaza Solangi sues Capital TV

 Published 7 years ago:  Murtaza Solangi has filed a lawsuit against Capital TV for unpaid wages after waiting four months without response.

Journalists condemn Fawad Chaudhry's non-serious attitude

Journalists condemn Fawad Chaudhry's non-serious attitude

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists have condemned Fawad Chaudhry's non-serious attitude and decided to boycott their meeting with him over unresolved media issues.

Thailand regulator switches off Voice TV

Thailand regulator switches off Voice TV

 Published 7 years ago:  Thailand's NBTC has suspended Voice TV for 15 days over controversial content, raising concerns about media freedom ahead of elections.

Democracy in Pakistan worse than dictatorship: Asma Shirazi

Democracy in Pakistan worse than dictatorship: Asma Shirazi

 Published 7 years ago:  Asma Shirazi criticizes current democracy in Pakistan, claiming it's worse than dictatorship due to suppressed freedom of expression.

Express Tribune censors New York Times article

Express Tribune censors New York Times article

 Published 7 years ago:  The Express Tribune censored a New York Times article on the Pakistani army's actions against the Pashtun Protection Movement, replacing it with a blank space.

Journalists in Peshawar begin protests in earnest

Journalists in Peshawar begin protests in earnest

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Peshawar are protesting against layoffs and pay cuts, boycotting assembly sessions and a governor's reception.

Impunity win: Journalist killer's presidential pardon withdrawn

Impunity win: Journalist killer's presidential pardon withdrawn

 Published 7 years ago:  Indonesian President Joko Widodo retracts the presidential pardon for the killer of journalist Anak Agung, reinforcing press freedom in Indonesia.

Veteran Nusrat Javeed's advice to younger generation

Veteran Nusrat Javeed's advice to younger generation

 Published 7 years ago:  Veteran journalist Nusrat Javeed advises the younger generation to avoid pursuing a career in journalism due to its current challenges.

Journalist Rizwan Razi released on bail

Journalist Rizwan Razi released on bail

 Published 7 years ago:  Rizwan Razi, a Pakistani journalist arrested for criticizing state agencies, has been granted bail by a Lahore court, raising concerns over press freedom.

Watchdog calls for immediate release of journalist Rizwan Razi

Watchdog calls for immediate release of journalist Rizwan Razi

 Published 7 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists demands the immediate release of journalist Rizwan Razi, arrested in Lahore for his critical social media posts.

Journalists condemn Rizwan Razi's arrest

Journalists condemn Rizwan Razi's arrest

 Published 7 years ago:  Rizwan Razi's arrest for posting critical content sparks condemnation from journalists and politicians in Pakistan over shrinking democratic space.

FIA arrests journalist Rizwan Razi

FIA arrests journalist Rizwan Razi

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalist Rizwan Razi was arrested by the FIA in Lahore for violating cybercrime laws after allegedly tweeting against state agencies.

CPJ calls on J&K police to drop charges against journalist

CPJ calls on J&K police to drop charges against journalist

 Published 7 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Jammu and Kashmir police to drop charges against journalist Aasif Sultan and release him from jail.

Uganda arrests BBC journalists investigating black market drug sales

Uganda arrests BBC journalists investigating black market drug sales

 Published 7 years ago:  Ugandan authorities have arrested BBC journalists investigating illegal drug sales, raising concerns over press freedom and investigative reporting.

Friday Times website hacked

Friday Times website hacked

 Published 7 years ago:  The Friday Times website has been hacked and is currently down, as confirmed by chief editor Najam Sethi.

Rival factions of Punjab Union of Journalists unite for a cause

Rival factions of Punjab Union of Journalists unite for a cause

 Published 7 years ago:  Rival factions of the Punjab Union of Journalists have united to contest elections and support laid-off media workers amid economic challenges.

KhUJ calls for cancellation of declarations of three newspapers

KhUJ calls for cancellation of declarations of three newspapers

 Published 7 years ago:  KhUJ demands the cancellation of three newspapers' declarations in Peshawar after they terminated local staff and ceased operations.

Craigslist founder to donate $15 million for journalism ethics

Craigslist founder to donate $15 million for journalism ethics

 Published 7 years ago:  Craig Newmark donates $15 million to promote journalism ethics at Columbia University and Poynter Institute, addressing pressing industry challenges.

IFJ report on journalists, media staff killed: time for action!

IFJ report on journalists, media staff killed: time for action!

 Published 7 years ago:  The IFJ reports an alarming rise in journalist deaths in 2018, highlighting critical safety issues and the need for international action.

Imtiaz Alam heaps shame on media for ignoring court verdict

Imtiaz Alam heaps shame on media for ignoring court verdict

 Published 7 years ago:  Imtiaz Alam criticizes the media for neglecting the Supreme Court verdict on the Tehreek-e-Labaik sit-in in 2017, advocating for social media awareness.

Journalists attacked by officials from India's ruling party

Journalists attacked by officials from India's ruling party

 Published 7 years ago:  Two journalists were attacked by BJP officials while covering a meeting in Chhattisgarh, prompting widespread condemnation and demands for justice.

NPC seeks suspension of channels' licenses not paying wages

NPC seeks suspension of channels' licenses not paying wages

 Published 7 years ago:  NPC requests PEMRA to suspend licenses of channels failing to pay wages, condemning the termination of workers amid recent salary cuts.

PMRA to regulate web TV and social media also: minister

PMRA to regulate web TV and social media also: minister

 Published 7 years ago:  The government plans to regulate web TV and social media through the Pakistan Media Regulatory Authority to enhance media industry sustainability.

Two Afghan journalists killed in attack on radio station

Two Afghan journalists killed in attack on radio station

 Published 7 years ago:  Two Afghan journalists were killed during an attack on their radio station, highlighting the ongoing risks faced by media professionals in Afghanistan.

FBR freezes Jang-Geo bank accounts

FBR freezes Jang-Geo bank accounts

 Published 7 years ago:  FBR has frozen the bank accounts of Independent Media Corporation for failing to pay substantial sales tax and penalties owed since 2004!

Excessive prime-time coverage made TLP a household name: Supreme Court

Excessive prime-time coverage made TLP a household name: Supreme Court

 Published 7 years ago:  The Supreme Court criticized media's role in boosting TLP's prominence during the 2017 Faizabad sit-in, emphasizing regulatory failures.

Journalists back Asma Shirazi after shouting match on TV

Journalists back Asma Shirazi after shouting match on TV

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists support Asma Shirazi after her heated exchange with Shahbaz Gill on a TV talk show, highlighting media integrity and freedom.