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Express Tribune drops Mohammad Hanif's piece from partner paper New York Times

Express Tribune drops Mohammad Hanif's piece from partner paper New York Times

 Published 7 years ago:  Mohammad Hanif's piece was removed from The New York Times in Pakistan, leaving a blank space and sparking discussions on censorship.

Rights campaigner calls for trial of TLP leaders or withdrawal of treason case against journalist, ex-prime ministers

Rights campaigner calls for trial of TLP leaders or withdrawal of treason case against journalist, ex-prime ministers

 Published 7 years ago:  A rights campaigner demands the withdrawal of treason charges against a journalist and ex-prime ministers after TLP leaders evade punishment.

Balochistan journalists stage walkout to protest downsizing

Balochistan journalists stage walkout to protest downsizing

 Published 7 years ago:  Balochistan journalists protest massive downsizing in media during provincial assembly session, demanding immediate action to halt terminations.

Killing of journalists outrageous, says UN secretary-general

Killing of journalists outrageous, says UN secretary-general

 Published 7 years ago:  UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemns the killings of journalists, urging protection for media professionals and justice for their attackers.

ARY anchor presents the other side of banana bonanza

ARY anchor presents the other side of banana bonanza

 Published 7 years ago:  ARY anchor Iqrar ul Hasan reveals an alternate perspective on the viral banana cart incident in Sheikhupura, challenging social media narratives.

Presenters and analysts target Imran Khan after agreement with TLP

Presenters and analysts target Imran Khan after agreement with TLP

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists criticize Imran Khan after the government agreed with TLP, raising concerns about the implications for governance and national security.

Journalism under threat: Impunity a major problem in Southeast Asia

Journalism under threat: Impunity a major problem in Southeast Asia

 Published 7 years ago:  A recent survey reveals impunity and poor working conditions threaten journalist safety in Southeast Asia, prompting urgent calls for government action.

Chief justice orders notifying Wage Board chairman's appointment

Chief justice orders notifying Wage Board chairman's appointment

 Published 7 years ago:  Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar has ordered the federal government to notify the appointment of Justice (Retd) Hasnat Ahmed as Wage Board chairman.

Global coalition backs campaign for UN action on impunity

Global coalition backs campaign for UN action on impunity

 Published 7 years ago:  A global coalition demands UN action to combat rising violence and impunity against journalists, urging binding international protections.

Journalist Farhan Hussain seeks security after receiving death threats

Journalist Farhan Hussain seeks security after receiving death threats

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalist Farhan Hussain has faced death threats and is seeking security, but authorities have not responded to his pleas for protection.

Some analysts question prime minister's role in dealing with protesters

Some analysts question prime minister's role in dealing with protesters

 Published 7 years ago:  Analysts question Prime Minister Imran Khan's past actions in dealing with protesters amidst recent criticisms following his national address.

Radio journalist gunned down in Somalia

Radio journalist gunned down in Somalia

 Published 7 years ago:  The killing of radio journalist Abdullahi Mire Hashi in Somalia highlights the urgent need for investigations and justice for media professionals.

Prominent journalists praise Prime Minister Imran Khan's speech

Prominent journalists praise Prime Minister Imran Khan's speech

 Published 7 years ago:  Prominent journalists have praised Prime Minister Imran Khan's recent speech addressing protests following the Supreme Court's verdict on Aasia Bibi.

Journalists stay put in front of Parliament House to protest layoffs

Journalists stay put in front of Parliament House to protest layoffs

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists protest in front of Parliament House against layoffs, highlighting economic struggles and demanding reinstatement of terminated workers.

Shaheen Sehbai questions Nasim Zehra's announcement about Ishaq Dar interview

Shaheen Sehbai questions Nasim Zehra's announcement about Ishaq Dar interview

 Published 7 years ago:  Shaheen Sehbai criticizes Nasim Zehra's announcement of an interview with Ishaq Dar, questioning media's portrayal of absconders in Pakistan.

Information minister's blunt response to Mazhar Abbas' 'death of journalism' tweet

Information minister's blunt response to Mazhar Abbas' 'death of journalism' tweet

 Published 7 years ago:  Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry's dismissive response to Mazhar Abbas' tweet highlights the challenges facing journalism in Pakistan.

Another journalist slain in India

Another journalist slain in India

 Published 7 years ago:  Another journalist, Chandan Tiwari, was found dead in Jharkhand, India, following threats, highlighting ongoing violence against reporters.

Freedom Network report reveals how Pakistan's legal system has failed the murdered journalists

Freedom Network report reveals how Pakistan's legal system has failed the murdered journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  A Freedom Network report reveals the failures of Pakistan's justice system in prosecuting the murders of journalists, highlighting deep-rooted impunity.

Staff at Daily Times unpaid since July

Staff at Daily Times unpaid since July

 Published 7 years ago:  Daily Times staff have not received salaries since July, leading to low morale and potential mass resignations due to financial instability.

Video journalist killed in Maoist rebel attack in India

Video journalist killed in Maoist rebel attack in India

 Published 7 years ago:  A video journalist was killed in Chhattisgarh, India, during an ambush by Maoist rebels while covering police preparations for upcoming elections.

Bilawal Bhutto makes a purchase as protesting journalists start selling pakoras

Bilawal Bhutto makes a purchase as protesting journalists start selling pakoras

 Published 7 years ago:  Bilawal Bhutto supports protesting journalists selling pakoras against job cuts in front of Parliament House, condemning government policies!

DawnNews terminates contracts of program presenters, others

DawnNews terminates contracts of program presenters, others

 Published 7 years ago:  DawnNews Television has terminated contracts of program presenters and team members, citing financial difficulties as the reason.

Journalist Ihsan Sherpao among four shot dead in Charsadda

Journalist Ihsan Sherpao among four shot dead in Charsadda

 Published 7 years ago:  Ihsan Sherpao, Secretary-General of Charsadda Press Club, was shot dead along with three others during a jirga in Charsadda on Tuesday.

Waqt News sacks all staff, ceases operations

Waqt News sacks all staff, ceases operations

 Published 7 years ago:  Waqt News has officially ceased operations in Pakistan after sacking all staff, following extensive protests from employees and journalist unions.

Pakistan shows improvement on CPJ's Global Impunity Index

Pakistan shows improvement on CPJ's Global Impunity Index

 Published 7 years ago:  Pakistan has improved its ranking on the Global Impunity Index, now at 9th place, highlighting ongoing challenges for journalist safety.

Peshawar journalists stage protest against job cuts

Peshawar journalists stage protest against job cuts

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Peshawar protest job cuts by media houses, demanding justice and reinstatement of sacked employees amidst ongoing layoffs.

Journalists protest in front of Express Group offices

Journalists protest in front of Express Group offices

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists protested outside Express Media Group's offices in Islamabad against employee layoffs, demanding reinstatement of sacked workers.

PTV News to be revamped, says Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry

PTV News to be revamped, says Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry

 Published 7 years ago:  Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry announced plans to revamp the over-staffed PTV News, criticizing its current performance and management.