Newsroom
Welcome to our Newsroom, your one-stop destination for the latest stories meticulously curated and refined by our skilled sub-editors. This dynamic section features a diverse mix of news articles spanning some of our main categories, including Pakistan, World, Asia, Opportunities, and Women in Media. Stay updated with the most current and compelling stories, all in one place, as we bring you comprehensive coverage of the events and issues shaping the media world.
PEMRA files FIR against individual running TV channel illegally
Published 7 years ago: PEMRA has filed an FIR against Malik Muhammad Yameen Awan for illegally running a television channel and violating the PEMRA Ordinance.
Journalism without boundaries: The growth of unqualified news anchors in Pakistan
Published 7 years ago: The rise of unqualified news anchors in Pakistan challenges traditional journalism ethics and qualifications in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
Dawn editor guarantees Almeida's presence in court on October 8
Published 7 years ago: Dawn's editor confirms journalist Cyril Almeida will appear in Lahore High Court on October 8 amid treason charges against Nawaz Sharif.
HRCP says journalism is not a crime
Published 7 years ago: HRCP condemns arrest warrant for journalist Cyril Almeida, emphasizing that journalism is not a crime and urging the court to reconsider its actions.
Non-bailable arrest warrants issued for Dawn journalist Cyril Almeida
Published 7 years ago: Lahore High Court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for Dawn journalist Cyril Almeida amid treason charges against former PM Nawaz Sharif.
Ninth journalist murdered in Mexico this year
Published 7 years ago: Gunmen killed journalist Mario Gomez in Chiapas, marking the ninth reporter murder in Mexico this year amid rising violence against the press.
Media targeted online and offline in the Philippines
Published 7 years ago: Media in the Philippines faces increased violence and threats, raising critical concerns for journalist safety and press freedom in the nation.
Bangladesh parliament passes draconian Digital Security Act
Published 7 years ago: Bangladesh Parliament has passed the controversial Digital Security Act, raising significant concerns over media freedom and expression.
PPP slams plan to lease out Radio Pakistan headquarter building
Published 7 years ago: The PPP criticizes the PTI government's plan to lease the Radio Pakistan headquarters, emphasizing the importance of national broadcasting institutions.
Radio journalist stabbed to death in Somalia
Published 7 years ago: Journalist Abdirisak Sa'id Osman was stabbed to death in Galkayo, Somalia, highlighting ongoing violence against media professionals there.
Radio Pakistan Headquarter building to be leased out
Published 7 years ago: The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf government plans to lease the Radio Pakistan Headquarter, raising concerns among employees about workspace adequacy.
Foreign journalists' visas rejected ahead of Maldives elections
Published 7 years ago: Foreign journalists face visa rejections ahead of the Maldives presidential elections, raising concerns over media freedom and election scrutiny.
PEMRA to news channels: Refrain from airing content against judiciary
Published 7 years ago: PEMRA has directed TV channels to avoid airing content that undermines the judiciary, particularly regarding the Diamer Basha Dam Fund.
IFJ condemns Saudi-led coalition bombing of radio station in Yemen
Published 7 years ago: The IFJ condemns the Saudi-led coalition's airstrike on a radio station in Yemen's Hudaydah, killing four people and destroying media facilities.
Time magazine to be sold to tech billionaire, wife for $190 million
Published 7 years ago: Time Magazine is sold for $190 million to Salesforce co-founder Marc Benioff and his wife, continuing a trend of tech acquisitions in media.
Court orders arrest of NewsOne analyst Dr Shahid Masood
Published 7 years ago: A court in Islamabad has ordered the arrest of NewsOne analyst Dr Shahid Masood after his bail was rejected in a corruption case involving PTV.
Supreme Court accepts ARY presenter Arshad Sharif's unconditional apology
Published 7 years ago: Arshad Sharif's unconditional apology was accepted by the Supreme Court of Pakistan for discussing sub-judice matters on his show Power Play.
Veteran journalist Ashfak Bokhari passes away
Published 7 years ago: Veteran journalist Ashfak Bokhari, former president of Karachi Press Club, has passed away in Australia at the age of 75 due to liver cancer.
Bill to repeal 'Anti-Fake News' Act in Malaysia fails
Published 7 years ago: The Malaysian Senate rejected the Anti-Fake News (Abolition) Bill 2018, disappointing the Pakatan Harapan government and media freedom advocates.
Reuters journalists in Myanmar not jailed because of journalism: Suu Kyi
Published 7 years ago: Aung San Suu Kyi stated that two imprisoned Reuters journalists were jailed for breaking the law, not for their journalism, amidst global condemnation.
Sana Bucha quits Public TV
Published 7 years ago: Sana Bucha has resigned from Public News, emphasizing her commitment to her editorial integrity without compromise.
Myanmar army, government aim to silence independent journalism: UN
Published 7 years ago: The UN reported that Myanmar's military and government are suppressing independent journalism through legal persecution and arrests.
Drop in journalist killings in Pakistan masks decline in press freedom: CPJ report
Published 7 years ago: A CPJ report reveals that a decrease in journalist killings in Pakistan conceals a troubling decline in press freedom due to military pressures.
Journalist shot dead in Khanewal
Published 7 years ago: Muhammad Saeed Butt, a journalist in Khanewal, was shot dead by robbers during an attempted robbery, raising concerns over journalist safety.
Egyptian photojournalist Shawkan set to be freed
Published 7 years ago: Egyptian photojournalist Shawkan is set to be freed after serving five years in prison for his journalistic work, a decision welcomed by the IFJ.
AP appoints seasoned news manager in Asia
Published 7 years ago: The AP appoints Patrick Quinn as deputy director for newsgathering in Asia, enhancing news coverage from the region.
PEMRA conducts bidding for grant of five satellite TV broadcast station licences
Published 7 years ago: PEMRA has conducted bidding for five satellite TV broadcast station licences across various categories, marking a significant development in media regulations.
APNS says federal government owes Rs1.6b to newspapers in advertising liabilities
Published 7 years ago: The APNS highlights a Rs1.6 billion advertising liability owed by the federal government, threatening the survival of newspapers in Pakistan.

