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Sri Lankan minister threatens editor over online report

Sri Lankan minister threatens editor over online report

 Published 7 years ago:  Sri Lankan Minister Sarath Fonseka threatened a radio editor over a report linking a minister to criminals, prompting condemnation from media organizations.

Editor attacked by pro-government mob in Bangladesh

Editor attacked by pro-government mob in Bangladesh

 Published 7 years ago:  Mahmudur Rahman, editor of Amar Desh, was attacked by a pro-government mob in Bangladesh, prompting calls for investigations into the incident.

PEMRA tells channels to stop airing recordings of political gatherings, candidates' statements

PEMRA tells channels to stop airing recordings of political gatherings, candidates' statements

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has ordered TV channels to cease airing political gatherings and candidate statements, following concerns from the Election Commission of Pakistan.

A piece of advice to voters from this journalist

A piece of advice to voters from this journalist

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalist Matiullah Jan urges voters to respect their votes to prevent disrespect from judges, military rulers, and biased journalists.

No time for guest invited to speak on Balochistan in Kamran Khan's show

No time for guest invited to speak on Balochistan in Kamran Khan's show

 Published 7 years ago:  A guest invited to discuss Balochistan on Kamran Khan's show was left without time to speak after a long wait, highlighting media neglect.

Driver for news crew dies from injuries after attack in Ethiopia

Driver for news crew dies from injuries after attack in Ethiopia

 Published 7 years ago:  The driver of a Ethiopian news crew dies from injuries following a violent attack while covering a presidential visit. Authorities must ensure justice.

Turkish journalist under threat in Ukraine

Turkish journalist under threat in Ukraine

 Published 7 years ago:  A Turkish journalist in Ukraine fears for his safety after being named on an abduction list amid rising tensions and calls for protection.

Marvi Sirmed calls PTI supporters 'selfish arrogant goons'

Marvi Sirmed calls PTI supporters 'selfish arrogant goons'

 Published 7 years ago:  Marvi Sirmed labels PTI supporters as selfish arrogant goons, expressing concerns over the party's potential return to power through manipulation.

Christina Lamb says she has been refused Pakistan visa

Christina Lamb says she has been refused Pakistan visa

 Published 7 years ago:  Christina Lamb, a prominent British journalist, reports being denied a visa for Pakistan for the first time in 31 years due to a 'glitch'.

Journalists face increased attacks and threats in Nepal

Journalists face increased attacks and threats in Nepal

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Nepal face rising violence and threats during demonstrations, prompting condemnation from media organizations and calls for better protections.

Journalist and former model Quratulain Ali found dead in Karachi apartment

Journalist and former model Quratulain Ali found dead in Karachi apartment

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalist Quratulain Ali Khan was found dead in her Karachi apartment under suspicious circumstances, prompting police investigation.

Journalists' tweets get bitter as election nears

Journalists' tweets get bitter as election nears

 Published 7 years ago:  As elections approach, journalists are becoming increasingly bitter on social media, accusing each other of being agents of foreign powers.

No one 'managed journalists' as effectively as Sharifs, claims Rauf Klasra

No one 'managed journalists' as effectively as Sharifs, claims Rauf Klasra

 Published 7 years ago:  Rauf Klasra asserts that the Sharif family has historically managed journalists in Pakistan through monetary benefits and government positions.

Bulgaria worst in European Union for media freedom: report

Bulgaria worst in European Union for media freedom: report

 Published 7 years ago:  Bulgaria ranks as the worst EU country for media freedom, facing significant challenges despite having favorable conditions for investigative journalism.

Whatsapp launches campaign in Pakistan to tackle fake news ahead of polls

Whatsapp launches campaign in Pakistan to tackle fake news ahead of polls

 Published 7 years ago:  WhatsApp's new campaign in Pakistan aims to combat fake news ahead of the July 25 elections by educating users on identifying false information.

Philippines broadcaster gunned down in brutal attack

Philippines broadcaster gunned down in brutal attack

 Published 7 years ago:  Filipino broadcaster Joey Llama was gunned down in Legaspi City, alarming the International Federation of Journalists and raising concerns about media safety.

CEJ-IBA inaugurates Razia Bhatti seminar room

CEJ-IBA inaugurates Razia Bhatti seminar room

 Published 7 years ago:  The CEJ-IBA inaugurates the Razia Bhatti Seminar Room to honor the legacy of the late journalist Razia Bhatti, emphasizing her contributions to journalism.

Syrian reporter killed in clashes in Quneitra province

Syrian reporter killed in clashes in Quneitra province

 Published 7 years ago:  Syrian reporter Mustafa Salamah was killed while covering clashes in Quneitra province, raising concerns for the safety of journalists in the area.

Veteran journalist Hasan Rabay passes away

Veteran journalist Hasan Rabay passes away

 Published 7 years ago:  Veteran journalist Mohammad Hasan Rabay, aged 82, passed away in Rawalpindi after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a significant legacy.

CPJ calls on Peru to stop harassing news outlets over investigative reporting

CPJ calls on Peru to stop harassing news outlets over investigative reporting

 Published 7 years ago:  The CPJ has urged Peru to cease its harassment of news outlets involved in investigative reporting amid allegations of government corruption.

Pakistan frees Norwegian journalist

Pakistan frees Norwegian journalist

 Published 7 years ago:  Norwegian journalist Kadafi Zaman, mistaken for a protester, has been freed on bail after clashes in Pakistan's Gujarat.

Dawn's 'blatant bias' against PTI has come out in the open, says Imran

Dawn's 'blatant bias' against PTI has come out in the open, says Imran

 Published 7 years ago:  Imran Khan criticizes Dawn's bias against PTI following Hameed Haroon's interview on BBC Hardtalk, questioning the media's credibility.

Media and journalists under threat as Pakistan's election looms

Media and journalists under threat as Pakistan's election looms

 Published 7 years ago:  Pakistan's media faces severe pressure and threats ahead of the July 25 election, raising concerns for journalistic freedom and safety!

Norwegian journalist arrested in Pakistan

Norwegian journalist arrested in Pakistan

 Published 7 years ago:  A Norwegian journalist, Kadafi Zaman, has been arrested in Pakistan while covering a demo in support of Nawaz Sharif amidst rising tensions.

Talat Hussain may have been sacked again, says Shaheen Sehbai

Talat Hussain may have been sacked again, says Shaheen Sehbai

 Published 7 years ago:  Shaheen Sehbai claims Talat Hussain may have been sacked again by the Jang Group, raising questions about journalistic freedom and censorship.

PTI tweeple anger Murtaza Solangi

PTI tweeple anger Murtaza Solangi

 Published 7 years ago:  Murtaza Solangi lashes out at PTI supporters, calling them fascist thugs amidst escalating political tensions ahead of the July 25 polls.

Protests against unannounced censorship on media

Protests against unannounced censorship on media

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Pakistan protest against unannounced censorship impacting media freedom and distribution of Dawn newspaper in cantonment areas.

Tajik journalist sentenced to 12 years after alleging official corruption

Tajik journalist sentenced to 12 years after alleging official corruption

 Published 7 years ago:  Tajik journalist Khayrullo Mirsaidov sentenced to 12 years for alleged corruption charges, prompting international condemnation from press freedom advocates.