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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 fines BOL Rs100000
Published 8 years ago: PEMRA has fined BOL News Rs100,000 for airing derogatory remarks about the Pakistani passport, demanding an apology within three weeks.
PTV sacks Director Current Affairs Agha Masood Shorish
Published 8 years ago: PTV has terminated Director Current Affairs Agha Masood Shorish, reportedly due to allegations of sexual harassment against female colleagues.
Government bill on safety of journalists rejected
Published 8 years ago: The proposed government bill on journalist safety was rejected by a parliamentary committee, prompting the formation of a subcommittee for a new draft.
International Press Freedom Awards: Journalists honored for courageous reporting
Published 8 years ago: The International Press Freedom Awards celebrated brave journalists from various countries for their courageous reporting amid significant risks.
'Fake news' fast becoming a profitable business model, say security researchers
Published 8 years ago: Cybercriminals are exploiting fake news as a profitable business model, creating bogus media and manipulating social media for financial gain.
Journalist Khalid Khattak to speak at Global Investigative Journalism Conference
Published 8 years ago: Khalid Khattak to discuss data journalism at the Global Investigative Journalism Conference in Johannesburg, engaging over 1,200 attendees from 130 countries.
Journalist killed in car accident on Quetta-Zohb Highway
Published 8 years ago: Journalist Muhammad Murad Nasir perished in a car accident on the Quetta-Zhob Highway, highlighting road safety concerns in the region.
CPJ calls for release of journalist jailed in Sahiwal
Published 8 years ago: The Committee to Protect Journalists calls for the release of journalist Hafiz Husnain Raza, jailed in Sahiwal under controversial charges.
Pakistan Press Foundation awards 19 investigative journalism fellowships
Published 8 years ago: The Pakistan Press Foundation has selected 19 journalists for fellowships to pursue key investigative stories addressing social, political, and economic issues.
Veteran journalist Habibur Rahman passes away
Published 8 years ago: Veteran journalist Habibur Rahman, renowned for a 57-year career, passed away in Peshawar at age 77 after a long illness.
Security situation for media deteriorates in Balochistan
Published 8 years ago: The security situation for journalists in Balochistan has deteriorated, leading to halted press activities and threats from armed groups.
Ayaz Amir says he was 'distraught' when told to stop writing for Dawn
Published 8 years ago: Ayaz Amir expresses his distress over being asked to stop writing for Dawn after entering politics in 2007. His journalism career spans decades.
Journalists jailed for two months in Myanmar over drone use
Published 8 years ago: A Myanmar court has sentenced two foreign journalists to two months in prison for unauthorized drone use while filming near parliament.
British official urges social media companies to block militant content
Published 8 years ago: Britain's home secretary urges social media firms to use AI to block militant content before it reaches users, amid rising threats from extremist groups.
Sri Lanka blocks news website over critical report
Published 8 years ago: Sri Lanka has blocked the news website Lanka e-News due to a critical report on government corruption, raising concerns over press freedom.
PFUJ deeply concerned over threats to media in Balochistan
Published 8 years ago: PFUJ expresses grave concerns over threats to journalists in Balochistan, calling for immediate government action to ensure their safety.
Twitter to double tweet limit to 280 characters
Published 8 years ago: Twitter is set to double its tweet limit to 280 characters to enhance user engagement and attract more users to the platform.
RIUJ condemns curbs on media in Balochistan, calls on federal government to intervene
Published 8 years ago: The RIUJ condemns media curbs in Balochistan and urges the federal government to intervene to protect press freedom and journalistic rights.
Gunmen, suicide bombers attack Kabul TV station
Published 8 years ago: Gunmen and suicide bombers attacked Shamshad TV in Kabul, injuring at least 20 and raising serious concerns over press freedom in Afghanistan.
Threats to media: RIUJ to start protests
Published 8 years ago: The RIUJ in Islamabad announces protests against threats to journalists in Balochistan, highlighting concerns over press freedom and safety.
WhatsApp and Telegram blocked in Afghanistan
Published 8 years ago: The Afghan government has blocked WhatsApp and Telegram, raising concerns from journalists over censorship and the flow of information.
NYU journalism department cuts ties with NYU Abu Dhabi
Published 8 years ago: NYU journalism department severs links with NYU Abu Dhabi after two professors face visa denials in the UAE, raising concerns about academic freedom.
US journalist in jail on charges of trying to topple Mugabe
Published 8 years ago: An American journalist is jailed in Zimbabwe for allegedly attempting to overthrow President Mugabe through a critical tweet about him.
FIR registered against Hamid Mir
Published 8 years ago: Islamabad Police have filed an FIR against journalist Hamid Mir for the alleged 2010 kidnapping of Khalid Khawaja, leading to his murder.
Pakistan shows improvement on 2017 World Press Freedom Index
Published 8 years ago: Pakistan has improved its position in the 2017 World Press Freedom Index, moving from 147 to 139 despite ongoing media freedom challenges.
Norwegian-Iraqi journalist arrested in Iraq
Published 8 years ago: Norwegian-Iraqi journalist Samir Abeid was arrested in Baghdad after publishing an opinion piece on the Iraqi Prime Minister's oil interests.
Number of press clubs shut down in Balochistan rises to 12
Published 8 years ago: The recent closure of three more press clubs in Balochistan due to militant threats has increased the total to 12, highlighting media safety concerns.
Another five press clubs forced to cease activities in Balochistan
Published 8 years ago: Press clubs in Balochistan shut down due to threats from militants, highlighting worsening press freedom in the region.

