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Khawar Ghumman accuses journalists of double standards

Khawar Ghumman accuses journalists of double standards

 Published 7 years ago:  Khawar Ghumman criticizes journalists for their inconsistent reactions to political arrests, accusing them of double standards in their reporting.

Militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham threatens to execute Syrian journalist Amjed al-Maleh

Militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham threatens to execute Syrian journalist Amjed al-Maleh

 Published 7 years ago:  The militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham has threatened to execute journalist Amjed al-Maleh, held captive for nearly a year in Syria.

Two journalists booked in D.I.Khan for covering PTM protest

Two journalists booked in D.I.Khan for covering PTM protest

 Published 7 years ago:  Two journalists in Dera Ismail Khan were booked for covering a PTM protest, raising concerns over press freedom and intimidation of journalists.

RIUJ resolution calls for forensic audit of media houses

RIUJ resolution calls for forensic audit of media houses

 Published 7 years ago:  RIUJ demands a forensic audit of media houses amidst wage delays and layoffs during a protest at Geo TV offices.

Journalists protest in front of Geo offices over wage delay

Journalists protest in front of Geo offices over wage delay

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists protested in front of Geo offices in Islamabad over delayed wages, highlighting growing frustrations within the media industry.

Publisher and editor detained in Jordan over retouched publication of Last Supper painting

Publisher and editor detained in Jordan over retouched publication of Last Supper painting

 Published 7 years ago:  Publisher Mohammed al-Wakeel and an editor were detained in Jordan for posting a retouched Last Supper painting deemed offensive to Christians.

Government stands by media workers, minister tells protesting journalists

Government stands by media workers, minister tells protesting journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  The government reaffirms support for media workers amid protests over wage delays and layoffs, as ministers address the issues raised by journalists.

Here's what prominent journalists say about Saad Rafiq's arrest

Here's what prominent journalists say about Saad Rafiq's arrest

 Published 7 years ago:  Prominent journalists share their views on the arrest of PML-N leader Khawaja Saad Rafiq and its implications for Pakistan's political landscape.

Sana Bucha on Yousaf Baig's appointment: Expect more gagging of media

Sana Bucha on Yousaf Baig's appointment: Expect more gagging of media

 Published 7 years ago:  Sana Bucha warns that Yousaf Baig Mirza's appointment as PM's media advisor may lead to increased media censorship and loss of objectivity.

Yousaf Baig Mirza appointed special assistant to prime minister on media affairs

Yousaf Baig Mirza appointed special assistant to prime minister on media affairs

 Published 7 years ago:  Yousaf Baig Mirza has been appointed as special assistant to the prime minister on media affairs effective December 7, resigning from Public News Television.

PFUJ terms raid on ailing journalist Shabbar Azami's house a shameless act

PFUJ terms raid on ailing journalist Shabbar Azami's house a shameless act

 Published 7 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the Sindh government's raid on ailing journalist Shabbar Azami's home, calling it a shameless act against press freedom.

Israel raids Palestinian news agency, detains journalist in West Bank

Israel raids Palestinian news agency, detains journalist in West Bank

 Published 7 years ago:  Israeli forces raided the Palestinian News and Information Agency office in Ramallah, detaining journalist Sameh Manasra amid rising tensions.

Raid on house of paralysis-stricken journalist Shabbar Azami

Raid on house of paralysis-stricken journalist Shabbar Azami

 Published 7 years ago:  Security personnel raided the home of journalist Shabbar Azami, raising concerns over press freedom in Karachi after his recent paralysis.

Google announces Journalism AI project

Google announces Journalism AI project

 Published 7 years ago:  Google has launched a Journalism AI project in partnership with Polis to enhance AI use in newsrooms globally and promote quality journalism.

The Nation chief reporter detained briefly by men in plain clothes

The Nation chief reporter detained briefly by men in plain clothes

 Published 7 years ago:  Mansoor Khan, a chief reporter at The Nation, was briefly detained by plainclothes security while covering an MQM-London rally in Karachi.

Waheed Khan calls for fair treatment of sport in promo

Waheed Khan calls for fair treatment of sport in promo

 Published 7 years ago:  Waheed Khan's new program on GTV HD promotes equal treatment for sports alongside other vital disciplines in Pakistan.

Mubasher Lucman and team leaving Samaa

Mubasher Lucman and team leaving Samaa

 Published 7 years ago:  Mubasher Lucman announces his and his team's resignation from Samaa Television, with their final show airing on December 27, 2018.

Nusrat Javeed corrects himself: a tire burst, not an attempt on life

Nusrat Javeed corrects himself: a tire burst, not an attempt on life

 Published 7 years ago:  Nusrat Javeed clarifies that a tire burst, not an assassination attempt, caused his recent panic after a police investigation confirmed the incident.

APNS, PBA take exception to information minister's statement on media dues

APNS, PBA take exception to information minister's statement on media dues

 Published 7 years ago:  APNS and PBA criticize Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry's claim about media dues, emphasizing that payments remain significantly overdue.

PFUJ mourns death of APNEC Chairman Shafiuddin Ashraf

PFUJ mourns death of APNEC Chairman Shafiuddin Ashraf

 Published 7 years ago:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists mourns the death of Shafiuddin Ashraf, the longtime chairman of APNEC, honoring his dedication to media workers.

IHC orders implementation of Television Audience Measurement regulations in letter and spirit

IHC orders implementation of Television Audience Measurement regulations in letter and spirit

 Published 7 years ago:  Islamabad High Court orders the implementation of Television Audience Measurement regulations to ensure fair and representative media ratings.

Nusrat Javeed survives attempt on life

Nusrat Javeed survives attempt on life

 Published 7 years ago:  Nusrat Javeed survived an assassination attempt in Islamabad, as unidentified shooters fired on his vehicle, forcing him to escape unharmed.

APNEC Chairman and Dawn unionist Shafiuddin Ashraf dies

APNEC Chairman and Dawn unionist Shafiuddin Ashraf dies

 Published 7 years ago:  Shafiuddin Ashraf, Chairman of APNEC and Dawn unionist, passed away at 63 after battling cancer and complications from treatment.

Airing false news lands 17 news channels in trouble

Airing false news lands 17 news channels in trouble

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has issued show-cause notices to 17 news channels for broadcasting false news regarding Prime Minister Imran Khan's meeting with NAB Chairman.

PEMRA issues show-cause notices to Channel 24, Abb Takk

PEMRA issues show-cause notices to Channel 24, Abb Takk

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has issued show-cause notices to Channel 24 and Abb Takk for airing abusive content during a political address, violating its regulations.

Two-thirds of women journalists suffered gender-based online attacks: IFJ survey

Two-thirds of women journalists suffered gender-based online attacks: IFJ survey

 Published 7 years ago:  A recent IFJ survey reveals that two-thirds of women journalists face gender-based online attacks, highlighting the urgent need for protective measures.

Sports ace Waheed Khan set to return to television screen

Sports ace Waheed Khan set to return to television screen

 Published 7 years ago:  Waheed Khan, a prominent sports journalist, returns to TV on GTV HD to host 'G Sports with Waheed Khan' starting December 10.

Hate wins as Herald drops Person of the Year poll

Hate wins as Herald drops Person of the Year poll

 Published 7 years ago:  Herald magazine removes its Person of the Year poll due to backlash and hate directed toward its choices, including controversial figures.