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Journalist Zafar Achakzai freed

Journalist Zafar Achakzai freed

 Published 8 years ago:  Pakistani journalist Zafar Achakzai has been freed after a court in Quetta granted him bail following his detention for social media activity.

Karachi Hockey Association serves legal notice on Dawn

Karachi Hockey Association serves legal notice on Dawn

 Published 8 years ago:  The Karachi Hockey Association has issued a legal notice to Dawn over claims of corruption involving its officials and the KHA Complex.

Cartoonist Sabir Nazar accuses PTI of plagiarizing his work

Cartoonist Sabir Nazar accuses PTI of plagiarizing his work

 Published 8 years ago:  Cartoonist Sabir Nazar accuses PTI of plagiarizing his sketches for propaganda against PMLN, reigniting concerns over intellectual property theft.

Saudi king orders newspaper columnist to stop piling on the praise

Saudi king orders newspaper columnist to stop piling on the praise

 Published 8 years ago:  Saudi King Salman orders the suspension of a columnist for equating him with God, highlighting the sensitivity around divine attributes in the kingdom.

Freelance journalist Haroon Janjua wins SAJA Reporting Fellowship

Freelance journalist Haroon Janjua wins SAJA Reporting Fellowship

 Published 8 years ago:  Haroon Janjua, a Pakistani journalist, wins the SAJA Reporting Fellowship to report on Afghan refugees, showcasing important humanitarian issues.

PEMRA notice to Urdu 1 for airing Indian content

PEMRA notice to Urdu 1 for airing Indian content

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to Urdu 1 for violating its decision by airing Indian content, requiring a response within three days.

IFJ slams Trump over attacks against CNN

IFJ slams Trump over attacks against CNN

 Published 8 years ago:  The IFJ strongly condemns President Trump's video attacking CNN, emphasizing the importance of press freedom and calling it an assault on journalism.

Zafar Achakzai's arrest another attempt by the state to silence voices of dissent: Daily Times

Zafar Achakzai's arrest another attempt by the state to silence voices of dissent: Daily Times

 Published 8 years ago:  Daily Times condemns the arrest of journalist Zafar Achakzai, calling for his immediate release and denouncing state censorship of dissenting voices.

Journalist and Pakistan movement activist Sharif Farooq passes away

Journalist and Pakistan movement activist Sharif Farooq passes away

 Published 8 years ago:  Sharif Farooq, a prominent journalist and activist for the Pakistan movement, has passed away in Peshawar, leaving a legacy in journalism.

PTI leader Ali Zaidi serves legal notice on Saleem Safi, seeks Rs300m in damages

PTI leader Ali Zaidi serves legal notice on Saleem Safi, seeks Rs300m in damages

 Published 8 years ago:  PTI leader Ali Zaidi files a legal notice against journalist Saleem Safi, claiming Rs300 million in damages for false allegations in Jang.

Mexican journalist attacked, threatened by police

Mexican journalist attacked, threatened by police

 Published 8 years ago:  Mexican journalist Rubén Pat was assaulted and threatened by police for his reporting in Playa del Carmen, highlighting serious press freedom issues.

NAB complains to PEMRA, seeks action against Mubasher Lucman

NAB complains to PEMRA, seeks action against Mubasher Lucman

 Published 8 years ago:  NAB has filed a complaint with PEMRA against Mubasher Lucman for airing false and defamatory content about the bureau and its chairman.

Vietnam sentences blogger to 10 years in prison

Vietnam sentences blogger to 10 years in prison

 Published 8 years ago:  Vietnam sentences prominent blogger Nguyen Ngoc Nhu Quynh to 10 years in prison for defaming the Communist regime through social media posts.

Quetta journalist booked under cybercrime law; handed over to FIA: Freedom Network

Quetta journalist booked under cybercrime law; handed over to FIA: Freedom Network

 Published 8 years ago:  Quetta journalist Zafar Achakzai was arrested under cybercrime law for social media posts, raising concerns about freedom of expression in Pakistan.

Journalist beaten up by alleged drug dealers in Badin

Journalist beaten up by alleged drug dealers in Badin

 Published 8 years ago:  A senior journalist in Badin was attacked by drug peddlers for reporting on their illegal activities, raising concerns among local journalists.

Family of arrested journalist assured he will be released 'soon'

Family of arrested journalist assured he will be released 'soon'

 Published 8 years ago:  The family of journalist Zafar Achakzai, detained for criticizing security agencies, is assured he will be released soon amid ongoing press suppression.

PEMRA told to allow airing of Indian content, claims Ansar Abbasi

PEMRA told to allow airing of Indian content, claims Ansar Abbasi

 Published 8 years ago:  Ansar Abbasi claims that the Prime Minister's House has instructed PEMRA to allow illegal Indian channels in Pakistan despite previous bans.

CPJ presses for release of journalist Zafar Achakzai

CPJ presses for release of journalist Zafar Achakzai

 Published 8 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges immediate action for the release of Zafar Achakzai, detained in Pakistan for criticizing security agencies.

Senior journalist murdered in Karachi

Senior journalist murdered in Karachi

 Published 8 years ago:  Senior journalist Zeba Burney was found murdered in her Karachi apartment during the Eid holidays, raising concerns about press safety.

Mexican journalists cry 'SOS' after sixth colleague murdered

Mexican journalists cry 'SOS' after sixth colleague murdered

 Published 8 years ago:  Mexican journalists protest the murder of their colleague Salvador Adame, raising awareness of the dangers faced by media professionals in the country.

PEMRA denies it barred channels from airing news about Parachinar attacks

PEMRA denies it barred channels from airing news about Parachinar attacks

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has denied claims of instructing TV channels to avoid reporting on the recent Parachinar terrorist attacks amidst rising tensions.

IFJ condemns closure of Al Wasat newspaper in Bahrain

IFJ condemns closure of Al Wasat newspaper in Bahrain

 Published 8 years ago:  The IFJ condemns the Bahraini government's ban on Al Wasat newspaper, leading to its closure and affecting independent journalism in Bahrain.

Alea Callan wins award for her film Good Morning Pakistan

Alea Callan wins award for her film Good Morning Pakistan

 Published 8 years ago:  Aela Callan wins the 2017 Jane Cunningham Croly Award for Excellence in Journalism for her film Good Morning Pakistan, highlighting women reporters.

EU hits Google with record $2.7 billion fine

EU hits Google with record $2.7 billion fine

 Published 8 years ago:  The EU imposed a record $2.7 billion fine on Google for antitrust violations, marking a significant regulatory action against the tech giant.

Media Group in Hong Kong encouraging staff to go freelance

Media Group in Hong Kong encouraging staff to go freelance

 Published 8 years ago:  Next Media Group's move to encourage staff to freelance raises concerns about job security and benefits, according to the International Federation of Journalists.

Journalist reportedly arrested in Quetta

Journalist reportedly arrested in Quetta

 Published 8 years ago:  Journalist Zafar Achakzai reportedly arrested by security personnel in Quetta amid unconfirmed reports regarding his social media posts.

Kidnapped journalist found dead in Mexico, sixth of 2017

Kidnapped journalist found dead in Mexico, sixth of 2017

 Published 8 years ago:  The body of Salvador Adame, a kidnapped journalist from Mexico, was found burned, marking the sixth journalist death in the country this year.

Indian state assembly sentences two editors to prison for defamation

Indian state assembly sentences two editors to prison for defamation

 Published 8 years ago:  Karnataka assembly sentences editors Ravi Belagere and Anil Raju to one year in prison for defamation regarding articles on legislative members.