Newsroom
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.
Philippe Leruth elected new IFJ President
Published 9 years ago: Philippe Leruth has been elected as the new president of the International Federation of Journalists at the 29th World Congress in Angers.
Sniffer dogs at Euro 2016 press center just hours before kickoff
Published 9 years ago: Security teams with sniffer dogs conducted routine checks at the Stade de France just hours before Euro 2016 kicks off amid heightened security concerns.
In Turkey bombings, media bans 'arrive before ambulances'
Published 9 years ago: Turkey's government has imposed media bans following a deadly car bombing in Istanbul, raising concerns about press freedom and censorship.
Television show turns hostile: Marvi Sirmed abused by JUIF leader
Published 9 years ago: Marvi Sirmed was verbally abused by JUIF leader Hafiz Hamdullah during a live television program in Islamabad, escalating the situation significantly.
UPI journalist John virtue dead at 81
Published 9 years ago: John Virtue, a respected UPI journalist, passed away at 81 from bone cancer, leaving a significant impact on journalism in Latin America.
Neo TV shows Reham Khan the door
Published 9 years ago: Reham Khan has been dismissed from Neo Television less than six months after starting her program due to poor ratings and financial losses.
Court rejects bail plea of Axact-BOL chief, four others
Published 9 years ago: The court has rejected the bail plea of Axact CEO Shoaib Shaikh and four others, who face serious charges over fake degree allegations.
IFJ affiliates remember journalists killed in line of duty
Published 9 years ago: Delegates of the IFJ gathered in Angers to honor journalists killed in the line of duty, emphasizing the need for justice and accountability.
AIPS to honor journalists who have covered 10 or more Olympic Games
Published 9 years ago: AIPS will honor journalists covering 10 or more Olympic Games with ceremonies in Rio, featuring limited edition Olympic Torch replicas.
Olympic Channel reaches landmark agreements with sports federations
Published 9 years ago: Olympic Channel Services has secured agreements with 27 International Sports Federations to enhance its content offerings for the upcoming Olympic Channel launch.
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg loses control of social media
Published 9 years ago: Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's Twitter and other social media accounts were briefly hijacked, but none of his main accounts were compromised.
ICIJ seeks donations
Published 9 years ago: The ICIJ calls for donations to support nonprofit journalism and continue investigative reporting following the impact of the Panama Papers.
Faisalabad-focused City 41 TV set to go on air
Published 9 years ago: City 41, a new television channel focused on Faisalabad, is set to launch on the first of Ramadan, aiming to represent the city's voice.
FIA vacates Axact offices, hands them back to BOL management committee
Published 9 years ago: The FIA has vacated Axact's offices and returned them to BOL management, following a Supreme Court directive after over a year of occupation.
PEMRA Council suggests fines for Channel 24, Samaa
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA Council recommends fines totaling Rs1.2 million for Channel 24 and Samaa over complaint and objectionable remarks against the Prime Minister.
Inside the newsroom on budget day
Published 9 years ago: Experiencing the bustling atmosphere of a newsroom on budget day, where teamwork and precision are crucial to cover every aspect of the budget announcement.
PEMRA lifts ban on contraceptive adverts, sets conditions
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has lifted the ban on contraceptive advertisements with specific conditions regarding airtime and content to protect children's viewing habits.
PEMRA gives green signal for DTH licensing
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has approved the licensing process for Pakistan's first Direct to Home (DTH) service, promising new technology and job opportunities.
Outrage after president-elect justifies Philippine journalists' murders
Published 9 years ago: Philippine president-elect Rodrigo Duterte faces outrage for suggesting that corrupt journalists deserve to be killed, raising concerns for media safety.
President Mamnoon lodges complaint with PEMRA against ARY, DawnNews
Published 9 years ago: President Mamnoon Hussain files a complaint with PEMRA against ARY News and DawnNews for false reporting on his health and hospitalization.
Continual absence of Interior Ministry to discuss BOL irks Standing Committee
Published 9 years ago: The Senate Standing Committee criticizes the Interior Ministry's absence regarding the BOL Media Group, demanding accountability and action.
PFUJ unification process to be completed by August
Published 9 years ago: The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists' unification process is set to be completed by August, with meetings addressing previous irregularities and future.
RIUJ threatens protests if salaries of BOL staff not paid before Ramazan
Published 9 years ago: RIUJ has warned of protests if BOL Media Group staff salaries are not paid before Ramazan, demanding action from the government.
PEMRA bans airing of 'undesired' contraceptive advertisements
Published 9 years ago: Pakistan bans contraceptive advertisements on TV and radio to protect children from exposure, despite a government push for birth control.
PEMRA Council recommends fine of Rs100,000 on Channel 24
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA's Council has recommended a fine of Rs100,000 on Channel 24 for unfounded corruption allegations against former KP Governor Sardar Mehtab Ahmed Khan.
PEMRA summons erring Channel 24, Dunya managers for personal hearing
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has summoned Channel 24 and Dunya News managers for hearings over objectionable remarks against the judiciary aired during a press conference.
PEMRA gets tough, sends out 'final warning' to television channels
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA issues a final warning to television channels to prevent unsubstantiated allegations against state institutions following a Supreme Court order.
Azerbaijan frees investigative journalist Khadija Ismayilova
Published 9 years ago: Azerbaijan releases journalist Khadija Ismayilova on probation after international outcry over her imprisonment for exposing corruption.

