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New signings at BOL

New signings at BOL

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL News announces new signings including Rafiq Shaikh, Hamza Ali Abbasi, and Muhammad Usama Ghazi as it prepares for its formal launch.

PEMRA keeping vigilant watch on content of TV plays: minister

PEMRA keeping vigilant watch on content of TV plays: minister

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA is monitoring TV drama content to uphold societal norms and prevent objectionable themes, as stated by Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb.

Nepal - Journalist arrested under controversial Electronic Transaction Act

Nepal - Journalist arrested under controversial Electronic Transaction Act

 Published 9 years ago:  A journalist in Nepal was arrested under the Electronic Transaction Act for sharing a Facebook comment, sparking outrage over press freedom.

Tajikistan - Accreditation of six radio journalists suspended

Tajikistan - Accreditation of six radio journalists suspended

 Published 9 years ago:  Tajik authorities have suspended the accreditation of six journalists from Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty following a censorship demand.

Watchdog says suspending Din and Neo licenses is against principles of press freedom

Watchdog says suspending Din and Neo licenses is against principles of press freedom

 Published 9 years ago:  The IFJ and PFUJ condemn PEMRA's suspension of Din and Neo licenses as an attack on press freedom, demanding an annulment of the decision.

Geo morning show presenter Usama Ghazi quits

Geo morning show presenter Usama Ghazi quits

 Published 9 years ago:  Usama Ghazi, the popular presenter of Geo's morning show, has announced his resignation for personal reasons after a wonderful tenure at the channel.

Government agitated over IFJ ranking Pakistan as dangerous place for journalists

Government agitated over IFJ ranking Pakistan as dangerous place for journalists

 Published 9 years ago:  The Pakistani government reacts to IFJ ranking the country as the fourth most dangerous for journalists, questioning the report's accuracy.

Malaysia - Political cartoonist targeted again by government and its supporters

Malaysia - Political cartoonist targeted again by government and its supporters

 Published 9 years ago:  Political cartoonist Zunar faces harassment and arrest in Malaysia after a controversial exhibition, raising concerns over freedom of expression.

PEMRA temporarily suspends Din News and Neo licenses, imposes fines

PEMRA temporarily suspends Din News and Neo licenses, imposes fines

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has suspended Din News and Neo TV licenses after they made allegations against a Supreme Court judge, imposing fines on all three channels involved.

Mati and MQM senator in altercation at Parliament entrance

Mati and MQM senator in altercation at Parliament entrance

 Published 9 years ago:  An altercation erupts between Matiullah Jan and MQM Senator Muhammad Ali Saif at the Parliament entrance over the new army chief discussion.

DawnNews gets PEMRA notice for airing comments against judge

DawnNews gets PEMRA notice for airing comments against judge

 Published 9 years ago:  DawnNews faces a notice from PEMRA after airing comments questioning a Supreme Court judge made by MNA Salman Baloch.

Aisay Nahin Chalay Ga - BOL begins to talk aloud

Aisay Nahin Chalay Ga - BOL begins to talk aloud

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL channel intensifies its attacks on rival news organizations, as Dr Aamir Liaquat Hussain humorously critiques their programming and presents bold commentary.

PEMRA responds to PBA in kind

PEMRA responds to PBA in kind

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA addresses PBA's concerns over DTH licensing, asserting that local companies will manage it, countering claims of foreign takeover.

Mubasher Lucman leaving BOL

Mubasher Lucman leaving BOL

 Published 9 years ago:  Mubasher Lucman is leaving BOL News after his notice period ends, facing challenges since the channel's pre-test transmission began.

Yemen - Eighth media worker killed in 2016

Yemen - Eighth media worker killed in 2016

 Published 9 years ago:  The death of cameraman Awaab al Zubayrei highlights the ongoing dangers journalists face in Yemen's conflict, as eight media workers have been killed in 2016.

Supreme Court issues contempt notice to Din TV for 'maligning judiciary'

Supreme Court issues contempt notice to Din TV for 'maligning judiciary'

 Published 9 years ago:  The Supreme Court has issued a contempt notice to Din TV for airing false news regarding Justice Amir Hani Muslim and Senator Nehal Hashmi.

Egypt - Leaders of Journalists Syndicate sentenced to two years in jail

Egypt - Leaders of Journalists Syndicate sentenced to two years in jail

 Published 9 years ago:  Three leaders of the Egyptian Journalists Syndicate have been sentenced to two years in prison for harboring a fugitive, drawing condemnation from CPJ.

Bhutan - Prominent journalist faces defamation suit for sharing Facebook post

Bhutan - Prominent journalist faces defamation suit for sharing Facebook post

 Published 9 years ago:  Namgay Zam, a prominent Bhutanese journalist, faces a defamation suit for sharing a Facebook post about a property dispute and allegations of forgery.

China - BBC journalist and crew attacked and harassed

China - BBC journalist and crew attacked and harassed

 Published 9 years ago:  The IFJ condemns an attack on BBC journalist John Sudworth and his crew in Beijing during an attempt to interview an independent election candidate.

Sri Lanka - Journalist attacked and threatened for reporting

Sri Lanka - Journalist attacked and threatened for reporting

 Published 9 years ago:  The IFJ and FMM condemn the attack on journalist Mohammed Geeth in Sri Lanka, demanding accountability and a secure environment for reporters.

Ethiopia - Newspaper editor, bloggers caught in worsening crackdown

Ethiopia - Newspaper editor, bloggers caught in worsening crackdown

 Published 9 years ago:  Ethiopia faces increased media crackdown as authorities detain journalists and bloggers, raising concerns over press freedom and civil rights.

Legendary photojournalist Azhar Jafri passes away

Legendary photojournalist Azhar Jafri passes away

 Published 9 years ago:  Renowned photojournalist Azhar Jafri, known for his iconic images, has passed away in Lahore at the age of 62 after a prolonged illness.

Member States establish 'Group of Friends' to support UNESCO's work on journalists' safety

Member States establish 'Group of Friends' to support UNESCO's work on journalists' safety

 Published 9 years ago:  Member States establish a Group of Friends to support UNESCO in enhancing journalists' safety amidst rising violence and impunity against them.

Ecuador: Judge orders  journalist's arrest for publishing confidential documents

Ecuador: Judge orders journalist's arrest for publishing confidential documents

 Published 9 years ago:  An Ecuadoran judge has issued an arrest warrant for journalist Fernando Villavicencio for publishing confidential documents related to government corruption.

Express News served show cause notice for making fun of Sindh governor

Express News served show cause notice for making fun of Sindh governor

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issues a show cause notice to Express News for mocking Sindh Governor Justice (Retd) Saeeduz Zaman Siddiqui during a comedy program.

BOL names Dr Aamir Liaquat executive president

BOL names Dr Aamir Liaquat executive president

 Published 9 years ago:  Dr Aamir Liaquat Hussain has been appointed as executive president and anchor of BOL News, promising a new style of hardcore news broadcasting.

National Press Club gets approval to run FM Radio channel

National Press Club gets approval to run FM Radio channel

 Published 9 years ago:  The National Press Club in Islamabad has been approved to launch an FM radio channel, enhancing media education and support for journalists.

Seventh journalist killed in India as deadly year continues

Seventh journalist killed in India as deadly year continues

 Published 9 years ago:  The killing of journalist Dharmendra Singh in Bihar highlights the severe threats to media freedom in India amid rising violence against journalists.