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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.
Process to pay off dues to affected staff underway, BOL says
Published 9 years ago: BOL News is initiating the process to pay outstanding salaries to affected employees after months of financial crisis and operational challenges.
PEMRA notice to Neo for airing serious allegations against prime minister
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA issues a notice to Neo TV for airing serious allegations against Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif regarding an enemy intelligence agency.
PEMRA vows action after receiving Geo letter with 'threatening tone'
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA plans legal action against Geo News following a letter perceived as threatening concerning a prohibition order on a terrorist interview.
PFUJ dismisses government directive to APNS seeking action against Dawn
Published 9 years ago: PFUJ rejects government's directive to APNS for disciplinary action against Dawn newspaper, asserting it as an attack on press freedom.
Over 100 injured at recording of ARY program; TV channels black out incident
Published 9 years ago: Over 100 people were injured during the collapse of seating at an ARY program recording in Islamabad, with little media coverage of the incident.
Journalists see Army's rejection of Dawn Leaks notification as a big blow to government
Published 9 years ago: The Army's rejection of the Dawn Leaks notification has created a significant political standoff, raising concerns about the government's future.
Inquiry refers Dawn to APNS for 'necessary disciplinary action'
Published 9 years ago: An inquiry has recommended disciplinary action against Dawn's editor and reporter for their roles in the controversial Dawn Leaks publication.
NA committee recommends welfare fund of Rs500m for journalists
Published 9 years ago: The NA committee has recommended establishing a Rs500 million welfare fund for journalists to address their security and financial needs.
PEMRA issues notice to Nickelodeon
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has issued a notice to Nickelodeon for airing inappropriate content that negatively impacts children, demanding clarification by May 5.
Layoffs at Express Tribune
Published 9 years ago: The Express Tribune has laid off senior journalists and district correspondents, with more layoffs expected soon amid a call for reinstatement from the PFUJ.
Unions must be at the heart of fight for decent working conditions and quality media, says IFJ
Published 9 years ago: The IFJ emphasizes the vital role of unions in advocating for fair working conditions and quality journalism on International Workers' Day.
Affected BOL employees to protest against management's callousness
Published 9 years ago: BOL employees plan protests in major cities as they demand recognition and payment after enduring hardships since 2015.
RIUJ-Dastoor delegation meets PEMRA chairman
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam met with RIUJ-Dastoor delegation to address issues faced by journalists, including salary delays and job security.
PEMRA notice to NewsOne for Shahid Masood's 'baseless' comment about Tariq Fatemi
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has issued a notice to NewsOne after Shahid Masood's remarks about Tariq Fatemi, who claims the comments are defamatory.
PEMRA bars Geo from airing interview of former Taliban spokesman
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has prohibited Geo News from airing an interview with former TTP spokesman Ehsan Ullah Ehsan, citing violations of media conduct guidelines.
CPJ calls for lifting ban on social media in Indian Occupied Kashmir
Published 9 years ago: The Committee to Protect Journalists urges the Indian government to lift the recent social media ban in Jammu and Kashmir to uphold free expression.
India bans Facebook, Twitter and other social media in Kashmir
Published 9 years ago: Indian authorities in Kashmir have banned 22 social media platforms, including Facebook and Twitter, to maintain public order amid unrest.
Airing of indecent songs, PEMRA suspends Jalwa TV license for seven days
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has suspended Jalwa TV's license for seven days due to the airing of indecent songs, raising concerns about broadcasting standards.
Wikipedia founder tackles fake news with Wikitribune
Published 9 years ago: Jimmy Wales launches Wikitribune to combat fake news through collaborative, evidence-based journalism powered by community involvement.
The curse of 14 in journalist Riaz Mengal's life
Published 9 years ago: Riaz Mengal's journalistic career is marked by tragedy, with four of his friends and brother killed on the ominous date of the 14th across different years.
Pakistan leapfrogs to 139 on World Press Freedom Index
Published 9 years ago: Pakistan has improved its ranking to 139th in the 2017 World Press Freedom Index, gaining eight places and highlighting ongoing challenges.
Media never under so much threat: Reporters Without Borders
Published 9 years ago: Press freedom faces unprecedented threats globally due to a rise in authoritarianism and disinformation, warns Reporters Without Borders.
Journalists question role of institutions in Dawn Leaks
Published 9 years ago: Journalists scrutinize the institutions involved in the Dawn Leaks report amid reactions to the government's handling of the controversy.
LHC orders removal of blasphemous content from social media within four months
Published 9 years ago: The Lahore High Court orders the removal of blasphemous content from social media within four months, urging action from government authorities.
PFUJ holds countrywide protests against media owners
Published 9 years ago: PFUJ organized nationwide protests demanding media owners address journalists' grievances, including wage structure and employment rights.
Global censorship of news reaches new levels of complexity: CPJ
Published 9 years ago: Censorship tactics worldwide are becoming complex, with innovative methods impacting press freedom, as detailed in CPJ's latest report.
Dawn Leaks report presented to prime minister: BBC Urdu
Published 9 years ago: The Dawn Leaks investigation report has been submitted to Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, detailing accountability measures against those responsible.
Journalist threatened by provincial police chief in Afghanistan
Published 9 years ago: Journalist Atillah Noori faced threats from police in Sar-e-Pul, prompting calls for investigations into press freedom violations in Afghanistan.

