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Khawar Ghumman likely to be named 92 News bureau chief

Khawar Ghumman likely to be named 92 News bureau chief

 Published 8 years ago:  Khawar Ghumman is poised to be appointed as the new bureau chief of 92 News in Islamabad, replacing Mohsin Raza.

New BOL report targets PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam

New BOL report targets PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam

 Published 8 years ago:  BOL News has released a report accusing PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam of misconduct and favoritism regarding his appointment and actions against Indian content.

PEMRA acts against BOL again, serves show cause notice for hate comments

PEMRA acts against BOL again, serves show cause notice for hate comments

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show cause notice to BOL News for airing hate comments in a program, demanding an explanation by March 10.

Journalist shot dead in Mexico

Journalist shot dead in Mexico

 Published 8 years ago:  A journalist was murdered in Guerrero, Mexico, adding to the alarming rise in reporter killings in one of the world's most dangerous countries for media.

PEMRA slaps fines on channels that aired false news about bomb blast

PEMRA slaps fines on channels that aired false news about bomb blast

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA fines 29 TV channels for airing false news about a bomb blast in Lahore, demanding public apologies on March 6.

Dunya News agrees to reinstate sacked staffers

Dunya News agrees to reinstate sacked staffers

 Published 8 years ago:  Dunya News has decided to reinstate staff members it recently laid off, following a threatened protest by the Punjab Union of Journalists.

PTV anchor allegedly harassed at workplace quits

PTV anchor allegedly harassed at workplace quits

 Published 8 years ago:  Tanzeela Mazhar resigns from PTV after alleging sexual harassment, claiming management prioritized one individual over the organization's integrity.

Watchdog's open letter to interior minister, calls for urgent action to protect journalists, bloggers

Watchdog's open letter to interior minister, calls for urgent action to protect journalists, bloggers

 Published 8 years ago:  Amnesty International urges Pakistan's authorities to urgently protect journalists and human rights activists from harassment and violent attacks.

PEMRA warns 8XM for airing vulgar songs

PEMRA warns 8XM for airing vulgar songs

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has warned 8XM for airing vulgar songs, highlighting viewer complaints and the need for compliance with the Code of Conduct 2015.

Indian journalist released on bail after 17 months in jail

Indian journalist released on bail after 17 months in jail

 Published 8 years ago:  Santosh Yadav, an Indian journalist, was granted bail by the Supreme Court after 17 months in jail on charges widely viewed as fabricated.

Islamabad High Court suspends PEMRA ban on BOL show

Islamabad High Court suspends PEMRA ban on BOL show

 Published 8 years ago:  Islamabad High Court has suspended PEMRA's ban on the BOL News program Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga, citing unilateral motives behind the decision.

Seven Pakistani journalists selected for Chevening Fellowship

Seven Pakistani journalists selected for Chevening Fellowship

 Published 8 years ago:  Seven Pakistani journalists recognized by the British High Commission for the prestigious Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship 2017!

PEMRA boss told to file appeal against court decision on auction of DTH licenses

PEMRA boss told to file appeal against court decision on auction of DTH licenses

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has been directed to appeal the Lahore High Court's decision on the auction of DTH licenses, following a meeting in Islamabad.

BOL brings in Dr. Qadri and Musharraf

BOL brings in Dr. Qadri and Musharraf

 Published 8 years ago:  BOL News features Dr. Qadri and Gen (Retd) Musharraf in new programs, enhancing political engagement on the network.

Trump to skip correspondents' dinner as media row heats up

Trump to skip correspondents' dinner as media row heats up

 Published 8 years ago:  President Trump will skip the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner amidst an escalating conflict with the media over press access.

Iraqi Kurdish TV reporter killed in Mosul

Iraqi Kurdish TV reporter killed in Mosul

 Published 8 years ago:  Iraqi Kurdish TV reporter Shifa Gardi was killed by a roadside bomb in Mosul while covering clashes between government forces and jihadists.

PEMRA to PBA: No airing of security alerts

PEMRA to PBA: No airing of security alerts

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has instructed PBA to refrain from airing security alerts to prevent public panic and impact law enforcement efforts amid rising terror concerns.

Groundbreaking ethical code for journalists launched

Groundbreaking ethical code for journalists launched

 Published 8 years ago:  A national ethical code for journalists was launched in Islamabad, aiming to unify standards and protect press freedom across Pakistan.

Three political leaders to feature as hosts, analysts in new BOL show

Three political leaders to feature as hosts, analysts in new BOL show

 Published 8 years ago:  BOL News launches a new talk show featuring three political leaders as hosts, airing from Monday to Friday at 8:00pm.

Balochistan Voices celebrates its first birthday

Balochistan Voices celebrates its first birthday

 Published 8 years ago:  Balochistan Voices celebrated its first anniversary at the Quetta Press Club, highlighting its contribution to online journalism and media support.

CNN, New York Times, BuzzFeed barred from White House briefings

CNN, New York Times, BuzzFeed barred from White House briefings

 Published 8 years ago:  The White House barred key news organizations, including CNN and The New York Times, from an off-camera briefing, prompting strong backlash.

Police raid journalist Haroon Baloch's home without search warrants

Police raid journalist Haroon Baloch's home without search warrants

 Published 8 years ago:  Punjab Police unlawfully raided journalist Haroon Baloch's home without search warrants in the New Town area of Rawalpindi.

PEMRA dismisses BOL claims as untrue

PEMRA dismisses BOL claims as untrue

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA dismissed BOL News' claims of not airing false news about Lahore's bomb blast, highlighting its failure to apologize and comply with regulations.

First with the false news and into the Hall of Shame

First with the false news and into the Hall of Shame

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA issues notices to 29 Pakistani channels for broadcasting false bomb blast news, highlighting systemic issues in broadcast journalism.

BBC journalist faces five-year jail term for reporting Thailand scam

BBC journalist faces five-year jail term for reporting Thailand scam

 Published 8 years ago:  A BBC journalist faces up to five years in Thai prison over defamation charges related to his investigation of a property scam in Phuket.

UN secretary general pledges to take action on journalist safety

UN secretary general pledges to take action on journalist safety

 Published 8 years ago:  UN Secretary General António Guterres commits to enhancing journalist safety amid rising global attacks, supporting the #ProtectJournalists initiative.

PEMRA notices to nearly 30 channels for airing false news

PEMRA notices to nearly 30 channels for airing false news

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has issued show cause notices to nearly 30 channels for broadcasting false news about a Lahore blast, threatening fines and license suspensions.

CRS and JournalismPakistan.com kick off project to study economic security of slain journalists' families

CRS and JournalismPakistan.com kick off project to study economic security of slain journalists' families

 Published 8 years ago:  CRS and JournalismPakistan.com launch a project to assess economic security for families of slain journalists, highlighting safety concerns.