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Journalist Ghulam Abbas Shah rejoins BOL News

Journalist Ghulam Abbas Shah rejoins BOL News

 Published 8 years ago:  Ghulam Abbas Shah rejoins BOL News as Senior News Manager after 18 months, bringing extensive experience from Aaj News and India TV.

IFJ launches 'by journalists for journalists' insurance scheme

IFJ launches 'by journalists for journalists' insurance scheme

 Published 8 years ago:  The IFJ launches a new global insurance scheme for journalists, ensuring coverage in war zones and dangerous areas, enhancing safety for media professionals.

Journalists concerned over clauses of Draft Election Bill restricting media

Journalists concerned over clauses of Draft Election Bill restricting media

 Published 8 years ago:  Journalists express concerns over draft Election Bill 2017 that restricts media access to information, potentially hindering election transparency.

Iran fires at media drone over Tehran University

Iran fires at media drone over Tehran University

 Published 8 years ago:  Iranian forces fired at a media drone over Tehran University, sparking disputes about whether it was shot down or escaped.

Samaa appoints Faryal Arif as its first female bureau chief

Samaa appoints Faryal Arif as its first female bureau chief

 Published 8 years ago:  Samaa Television has appointed Faryal Arif as its first female bureau chief in Karachi, promoting gender equality and empowerment in media.

Hearing of complaint against BOL News deferred for 15 days

Hearing of complaint against BOL News deferred for 15 days

 Published 8 years ago:  The PEMRA Council of Complaints deferred a hearing against BOL News regarding derogatory allegations against Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehman for 15 days.

PEMRA Council recommends Rs1 million fine on Metro-1

PEMRA Council recommends Rs1 million fine on Metro-1

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA recommends a Rs1 million fine on Metro-1 TV for unfounded allegations against Senator Saeed Ghani, requiring an apology within 15 days.

Watchdog calls for credible probe into murder of journalist Muhammad Jan

Watchdog calls for credible probe into murder of journalist Muhammad Jan

 Published 8 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists demands a credible investigation into the shooting of journalist Muhammad Jan in Balochistan, Pakistan.

Draft Election Bill seems to suggest complete ban on access to information: FAFEN

Draft Election Bill seems to suggest complete ban on access to information: FAFEN

 Published 8 years ago:  FAFEN warns that the draft Election Bill 2017 imposes excessive restrictions on information access, jeopardizing transparency in elections.

NPC condemns layoffs at Jinnah, non-payment of salaries to Sach TV staff

NPC condemns layoffs at Jinnah, non-payment of salaries to Sach TV staff

 Published 8 years ago:  The National Press Club condemned layoffs at Daily Jinnah and unpaid salaries to Sach TV staff, demanding prompt resolution by management.

Journalist, poetess and film writer Rukhsana Noor passes away

Journalist, poetess and film writer Rukhsana Noor passes away

 Published 8 years ago:  Rukhsana Noor, notable journalist, poetess, and film writer, passed away in Lahore at 58 after battling blood cancer for several years.

PEMRA seizes equipment of two cable operators for showing vulgar Indian content

PEMRA seizes equipment of two cable operators for showing vulgar Indian content

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has seized equipment from two cable operators in Jampur and Pattoki for broadcasting vulgar Indian content illegally.

Afghan TV station targeted by Taliban wins AFP award

Afghan TV station targeted by Taliban wins AFP award

 Published 8 years ago:  Afghan TV station Tolo wins the prestigious AFP Kate Webb prize for its courageous journalism amid Taliban threats and violence in Afghanistan.

Hamid Mir - Just another journalist

Hamid Mir - Just another journalist

 Published 8 years ago:  Hamid Mir's commentary criticizes the National Press Club elections and highlights the disheartening behavior of some individuals during the event.

Pakistan government fails to ensure rule of law: Human Rights Watch

Pakistan government fails to ensure rule of law: Human Rights Watch

 Published 8 years ago:  Human Rights Watch criticizes Pakistan for failing to protect vulnerable groups and ensuring rule of law amid rising human rights violations.

Javed Iqbal joins 7 News as Director Programs

Javed Iqbal joins 7 News as Director Programs

 Published 8 years ago:  Javed Iqbal has joined 7 News as Director Programs, bringing his extensive experience from Geo and other networks.

Senate takes notice of fifth missing social media rights activist

Senate takes notice of fifth missing social media rights activist

 Published 8 years ago:  Senate Chairman Raza Rabbani addresses the mysterious disappearance of rights activist Samar Abbas in Islamabad, urging a briefing on the issue.

Journalist gunned down in Kalat

Journalist gunned down in Kalat

 Published 8 years ago:  A local journalist, Muhammad Jan Sumalani, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Kalat, Balochistan, provoking police investigations.

BJP rejects Pakistan media allegations on Om Puri's death as 'outrageous'

BJP rejects Pakistan media allegations on Om Puri's death as 'outrageous'

 Published 8 years ago:  The BJP has dismissed allegations from Pakistani media about Om Puri's death as outrageous and lacking credible evidence.

Facebook launches project to improve ties with news media

Facebook launches project to improve ties with news media

 Published 8 years ago:  Facebook launches its Journalism Project to strengthen ties with news organizations and improve storytelling formats while combating fake news.

Fifth social media activist reported missing

Fifth social media activist reported missing

 Published 8 years ago:  A fifth Pakistani social media activist has gone missing, raising concerns over activists' safety amid reported crackdowns on free speech.

UN Special Rapporteur urges Pakistan to locate and return home missing social media activists

UN Special Rapporteur urges Pakistan to locate and return home missing social media activists

 Published 8 years ago:  UN Special Rapporteur calls on Pakistan to prioritize the search for four missing social media activists to protect their rights and safety.

Trump news conference sets worldwide social media afire

Trump news conference sets worldwide social media afire

 Published 8 years ago:  Trump's first news conference since the election sparked global social media reactions with his sharp criticism of the press and remarks on Russia.

Effective controls in place at PTV to block speculative information: minister

Effective controls in place at PTV to block speculative information: minister

 Published 8 years ago:  The Senate has announced effective mechanisms at PTV to prevent the spread of unverified and speculative information, ensuring responsible media practices.

Fears of online crackdown after bloggers vanish

Fears of online crackdown after bloggers vanish

 Published 8 years ago:  Activists warn of a crackdown on social media in Pakistan after four bloggers disappear, raising alarm over freedom of expression and government involvement.

Anchor Adil Abbasi returns to ARY

Anchor Adil Abbasi returns to ARY

 Published 8 years ago:  Anchor Adil Abbasi returns to ARY News for a new talk show after nearly four years away, taking the 10:00pm slot in the programming lineup.

Veteran British war correspondent Clare Hollingworth dies

Veteran British war correspondent Clare Hollingworth dies

 Published 8 years ago:  Veteran British war correspondent Clare Hollingworth, known for breaking the news of World War II, has passed away at the age of 105 in Hong Kong.

Human Rights Watch calls for immediate probe into abductions of bloggers

Human Rights Watch calls for immediate probe into abductions of bloggers

 Published 8 years ago:  Human Rights Watch urges the Pakistani government to investigate the abductions of four human rights bloggers and activists immediately.