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Imtiaz Alam to quit Geo

Imtiaz Alam to quit Geo

 Published 7 years ago:  Imtiaz Alam announces his decision to leave Geo Television due to financial pressures and increasing censorship in the media industry.

Press freedom and journalists' safety under threat in Sri Lanka

Press freedom and journalists' safety under threat in Sri Lanka

 Published 7 years ago:  Press freedom and the safety of journalists in Sri Lanka are under serious threat following the transfer of key investigator Nishantha Silva.

China's online crackdown continues with Twitter, Weibo and Wechat shutdowns

China's online crackdown continues with Twitter, Weibo and Wechat shutdowns

 Published 7 years ago:  China's government intensifies its crackdown on social media, shutting down thousands of accounts and raising concerns over free expression!

Former director of Media Times seeks Rs8.6 million in unpaid wages

Former director of Media Times seeks Rs8.6 million in unpaid wages

 Published 7 years ago:  Former Media Times director Muhammad Ibrar seeks Rs8.6 million in unpaid wages from the Supreme Court of Pakistan after management failed to honor payment promises.

PFUJ regrets treatment meted out to Hussain Naqi by court

PFUJ regrets treatment meted out to Hussain Naqi by court

 Published 7 years ago:  PFUJ expresses regret over the Supreme Court's treatment of veteran journalist Hussain Naqi, highlighting the blow to press freedom and human rights.

Express Tribune lays off reporting team in Peshawar

Express Tribune lays off reporting team in Peshawar

 Published 7 years ago:  The Express Tribune has laid off its last reporting team members in Peshawar, marking a significant reduction in its local operations.

CNN reporter returns to White House after judge's ruling

CNN reporter returns to White House after judge's ruling

 Published 7 years ago:  CNN reporter Jim Acosta is reinstated at the White House after a judge's ruling deemed his ban improper following a press conference altercation.

Dawn calls for media unity

Dawn calls for media unity

 Published 7 years ago:  Dawn urges Pakistani media to unite against attacks on journalism, drawing lessons from U.S. press solidarity after CNN's Jim Acosta ban.

Dawn reduces the number of its Sunday magazine's pages

Dawn reduces the number of its Sunday magazine's pages

 Published 7 years ago:  Daily Dawn reduces its Sunday magazine Eos pages due to financial challenges and aims to retain its essential content amidst cost-cutting measures.

Chief justice's argument with Husain Naqi angers journalists

Chief justice's argument with Husain Naqi angers journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  A tense exchange between Chief Justice Saqib Nisar and journalist Husain Naqi has sparked outrage among media professionals in Islamabad.

Moeed Pirzada joins GNN

Moeed Pirzada joins GNN

 Published 7 years ago:  Dr. Moeed Pirzada has joined GNN as a senior program anchor after leaving Dunya News, bringing his team with him.

Ishaq Chaudhry elected chairman of local APNEC unopposed

Ishaq Chaudhry elected chairman of local APNEC unopposed

 Published 7 years ago:  Muhammad Ishaq Chaudhry has been elected unopposed as chairman of the local APNEC, with Imran Farooq as general-secretary and Sohail Imran Malik as finance.

Richard Baker who introduced BBC's first news bulletin dies

Richard Baker who introduced BBC's first news bulletin dies

 Published 7 years ago:  Richard Baker, the first BBC newsreader, has passed away at the age of 93, leaving a legacy in broadcasting.

IFJ demands answer after Israeli attack on leaders

IFJ demands answer after Israeli attack on leaders

 Published 7 years ago:  The IFJ condemns the tear gas attack on its leaders during a demonstration for Palestinian journalists' rights by Israeli soldiers in Ramallah.

RIUJ starts data collection on economic condition of journalists

RIUJ starts data collection on economic condition of journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  The RIUJ has initiated a data collection drive to assess the social and economic conditions of journalists, enhancing support services.

Minister says government machinery not modern enough to cope with fast flow of information

Minister says government machinery not modern enough to cope with fast flow of information

 Published 7 years ago:  Fawad Chaudhry highlighted the government's inability to keep pace with fast information flow, revealing challenges in communication effectiveness.

Investigative reporter Shahid Aslam quits The News, joins Dunya Group

Investigative reporter Shahid Aslam quits The News, joins Dunya Group

 Published 7 years ago:  Shahid Aslam leaves The News to join Dunya Group as a special correspondent in its investigation cell, focusing on major corruption issues.

Judge orders White House to restore CNN reporter's access

Judge orders White House to restore CNN reporter's access

 Published 7 years ago:  A federal judge has ordered the White House to restore CNN reporter Jim Acosta's press credentials after they were revoked following a confrontation with President.

Reports of Herald's likely closure cause a stir

Reports of Herald's likely closure cause a stir

 Published 7 years ago:  Reports of Herald's potential closure have drawn concern from journalists and readers, emphasizing the magazine's significance in Pakistan's media landscape.

Monthly magazine Herald closing down?

Monthly magazine Herald closing down?

 Published 7 years ago:  Reports suggest that the acclaimed monthly magazine Herald is set to close, but insiders deny the claims, creating confusion among staff.

Media freedom strangled as top journalists sidelined, says Senator Mushahidullah

Media freedom strangled as top journalists sidelined, says Senator Mushahidullah

 Published 7 years ago:  Senator Mushahidullah Khan highlights the alarming trend of media freedom being suppressed in Pakistan as top journalists are forced out of their jobs.

BOL Entertainment launch on December 1

BOL Entertainment launch on December 1

 Published 7 years ago:  BOL Media Network is set to launch its entertainment channel, BOL Entertainment, on December 1 with top Pakistani actors featured.

Former editor of The Muslim Salamat Ali passes away

Former editor of The Muslim Salamat Ali passes away

 Published 7 years ago:  Syed Salamat Ali Zaidi, former editor of The Muslim, passed away at 84, remembered for his resistance against dictatorship and commitment to free speech.

Union leaders condemn raid on Karachi Press Club and arrest of journalist

Union leaders condemn raid on Karachi Press Club and arrest of journalist

 Published 7 years ago:  Union leaders in Pakistan condemned the raid on the Karachi Press Club and the arrest of journalist Nasrullah Khan, warning against attacks on press freedom.

Najam Sethi back with a provocative promo

Najam Sethi back with a provocative promo

 Published 7 years ago:  Najam Sethi returns with a provocative promo for his new program, featuring political parties depicted as hunters in a symbolic narrative.

Bajaur Press Club closed for an indefinite period

Bajaur Press Club closed for an indefinite period

 Published 7 years ago:  The Bajaur Press Club has been closed indefinitely due to threats against journalists, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

More tough days ahead for journalism in Pakistan, sacked Matiullah tells DW

More tough days ahead for journalism in Pakistan, sacked Matiullah tells DW

 Published 7 years ago:  The sacking of four journalists in Pakistan raises concerns over freedom of expression and media independence amidst growing establishment control.

CNN sues Trump administration

CNN sues Trump administration

 Published 7 years ago:  CNN has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration after the revocation of White House correspondent Jim Acosta's press credentials.