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PEMRA fines Roze TV for levelling 'baseless allegations' against Lok Virsa official

PEMRA fines Roze TV for levelling 'baseless allegations' against Lok Virsa official

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA imposes a fine on Roze TV for airing baseless allegations against Lok Virsa's Executive Director, Dr. Fouzia Saeed, demanding an apology.

PEMRA notice to Channel 24 for airing content against national interests

PEMRA notice to Channel 24 for airing content against national interests

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show cause notice to Channel 24 for airing content deemed against national interests regarding Gilgit Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.

Court orders unfreezing of all Axact accounts

Court orders unfreezing of all Axact accounts

 Published 9 years ago:  A Karachi court has ordered the unfreezing of Axact's accounts after the FIA failed to prove illegal money transfers, marking a significant win for the company.

Journalists' union condemns Express Tribune sackings

Journalists' union condemns Express Tribune sackings

 Published 9 years ago:  The Karachi Union of Journalists condemns the mass sackings at The Express Tribune, calling it a hostile act against dedicated journalists.

Indian journalist asked to leave Pakistan press briefing in New York

Indian journalist asked to leave Pakistan press briefing in New York

 Published 9 years ago:  An Indian journalist was removed from a press briefing in New York attended by Pakistan's Foreign Secretary amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan.

Lists of BOL staff to be called back being finalized, says Mubasher Lucman

Lists of BOL staff to be called back being finalized, says Mubasher Lucman

 Published 9 years ago:  Mubasher Lucman confirms that final lists for recalling BOL News staff are in progress as the channel aims to restructure operations.

Wholesale layoffs at Express Tribune

Wholesale layoffs at Express Tribune

 Published 9 years ago:  The Express Tribune has laid off approximately 30 employees across its city desks, impacting key editorial roles following a new editor's appointment.

Three US media groups sue FBI over hack of San Bernardino shooter's iPhone

Three US media groups sue FBI over hack of San Bernardino shooter's iPhone

 Published 9 years ago:  Three US media groups sue the FBI for details on its hack of the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone, raising privacy and encryption concerns.

Electronic media get flak for ignoring Mohmand mosque attack

Electronic media get flak for ignoring Mohmand mosque attack

 Published 9 years ago:  Rights activists criticize electronic media for failing to report on the devastating mosque attack in Mohmand Agency, highlighting selective coverage.

Survey highlights need for use of RTI, sunshine laws by journalists in Pakistan

Survey highlights need for use of RTI, sunshine laws by journalists in Pakistan

 Published 9 years ago:  A recent survey reveals that over 97% of journalists in Pakistan find official data inaccessible, yet 75.6% have never utilized RTI laws.

Journalist threatened in India after personal phone number shared

Journalist threatened in India after personal phone number shared

 Published 9 years ago:  Deepak Chaurasia, editor of India News TV, faces threats after his number was shared, prompting calls for action from journalist unions.

Draft regulatory bill threatens media freedom in Thailand

Draft regulatory bill threatens media freedom in Thailand

 Published 9 years ago:  A proposed regulatory bill in Thailand aims to create a national media regulator, raising concerns over press freedom and potential self-censorship.

PEMRA refers complaint against Neo, 92 News to its Council

PEMRA refers complaint against Neo, 92 News to its Council

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has forwarded a complaint against Neo Television and Channel 92 to its Council for airing provocative content against a minority group.

Journalists face difficulties as unrest in Kashmir continues

Journalists face difficulties as unrest in Kashmir continues

 Published 9 years ago:  The IFJ criticizes ongoing press freedom violations in Kashmir amid unrest and urges for the safety of journalists reporting in the region.

Rawalpindi journalist Umer Ali wins Kurt Schork Memorial Award

Rawalpindi journalist Umer Ali wins Kurt Schork Memorial Award

 Published 9 years ago:  Umer Ali, a Pakistani journalist from Rawalpindi, wins the Local Reporter category at the Kurt Schork Memorial Awards for his impactful reporting!

Pakistani producer's film shortlisted for Mountain Film Festival

Pakistani producer's film shortlisted for Mountain Film Festival

 Published 9 years ago:  Pakistani producer Syed Nabeel Tirmazi's documentary on blind mountaineer Haider Ali has been shortlisted for the International Mountain Film Festival!

CEO says all outstanding dues of BOL staff to be cleared with interest

CEO says all outstanding dues of BOL staff to be cleared with interest

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL Media Group CEO announces all outstanding dues of staff will be cleared with interest, acknowledging their resilience during tough times.

UK's first Pakistani news channel set for launch

UK's first Pakistani news channel set for launch

 Published 9 years ago:  Channel 44, the UK's first Pakistani news channel, is launching this month to serve the Asian community with current affairs and news updates from Pakistan.

Axact.com back up after almost 15 months

Axact.com back up after almost 15 months

 Published 9 years ago:  Axact's website is operational again after 15 months, marking a positive turn following CEO Shoaib Ahmad Shaikh's release from jail.

IFJ calls on Bahrain to lift ban on journalist

IFJ calls on Bahrain to lift ban on journalist

 Published 9 years ago:  The IFJ urges Bahrain to lift the ban on journalist Nazeeha Saeed, highlighting violations of press freedom standards.

Fahd Husain appointed Express Tribune editor; to wear two hats

Fahd Husain appointed Express Tribune editor; to wear two hats

 Published 9 years ago:  Fahd Husain has been appointed editor of The Express Tribune, taking over from Kamal Siddiqi, who will remain as an editorial consultant.

Mansoor set to go on air on Express News with 'To the Point'

Mansoor set to go on air on Express News with 'To the Point'

 Published 9 years ago:  Mansoor Ali Khan will begin hosting 'To the Point' on Express News Fridays at 10 PM, marking his return to television after joining from ARY.

Magazine suspends publication after bureaucratic harassment in Nepal

Magazine suspends publication after bureaucratic harassment in Nepal

 Published 9 years ago:  Himal Southasian magazine halts publication amidst bureaucratic harassment in Nepal, raising concerns over press freedom and state interference.

92 News Media Group prepares to launch Urdu, English language newspapers

92 News Media Group prepares to launch Urdu, English language newspapers

 Published 9 years ago:  92 News Media Group is set to launch Urdu and English newspapers as part of its expansion, seeking candidates for various positions.

PEMRA show cause notice to Geo for airing 'baseless' news about Ambassador Jilani

PEMRA show cause notice to Geo for airing 'baseless' news about Ambassador Jilani

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issues a show cause notice to Geo TV for falsely reporting on Ambassador Jilani's conduct, demanding an explanation and possible penalties.

Kamal Siddiqi outlines future plans in Express Tribune column

Kamal Siddiqi outlines future plans in Express Tribune column

 Published 9 years ago:  Kamal Siddiqi outlines his future plans and discusses the challenges faced by journalists in Pakistan in a recent op-ed for The Express Tribune.

92 News journalist Irza Khan suffers no major injuries after falling from crane

92 News journalist Irza Khan suffers no major injuries after falling from crane

 Published 9 years ago:  Irza Khan of 92 News is reported to have sustained no major injuries after falling from a crane during a rally in Lahore.

Kashif Uddin joins Pushto-language Mashriq Television

Kashif Uddin joins Pushto-language Mashriq Television

 Published 9 years ago:  Kashif Uddin joins the newly launched Mashriq Television in Peshawar as Senior Assignment Editor, enhancing its Pushto-language programming.