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Reporter in trouble for publishing fake news about minister

Reporter in trouble for publishing fake news about minister

 Published 9 years ago:  A reporter has been booked by Gilgit-Baltistan Police for publishing fake news about the region's minister, Iqbal Hasan, and attempted blackmail.

Regulator bans Zong 4G commercial for non-compliance

Regulator bans Zong 4G commercial for non-compliance

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has imposed an immediate ban on Zong 4G's commercial for non-compliance with regulations and objectionable content.

PEMRA issues notice to ARY for remarks against PM

PEMRA issues notice to ARY for remarks against PM

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to ARY News for airing controversial remarks against the Prime Minister during The Reporters program.

Nine channels get notices for airing fake news of plane crash

Nine channels get notices for airing fake news of plane crash

 Published 9 years ago:  Nine TV channels face PEMRA notices for broadcasting false news about a plane crash in Kallar Syedan, risking fines or license cancellations.

Notice served on DawnNews for defying PEMRA ban

Notice served on DawnNews for defying PEMRA ban

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to DawnNews for violating a ban on its program, Zara Hut Kay, imposed after discussing a pending case.

PEMRA to rule on BOL anchor and his program after minutes finalized

PEMRA to rule on BOL anchor and his program after minutes finalized

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA will decide on complaints against BOL anchor Aamir Liaquat and his program Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga after finalizing the meeting minutes.

Third Mexican journalist killed in a month

Third Mexican journalist killed in a month

 Published 9 years ago:  Miroslava Breach Velducea, a journalist in Mexico, was the third media worker killed this month, highlighting a disturbing trend of violence against the press.

RIUJ seeks action against lawyers involved in attack on journalist

RIUJ seeks action against lawyers involved in attack on journalist

 Published 9 years ago:  The Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists has condemned an attack on journalist Bilal Afridi by lawyers and is seeking action against them.

BOL Media Group ready to launch Pak News TV

BOL Media Group ready to launch Pak News TV

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL Media Group is set to launch its news channel, Pak News TV, focusing on regional news coverage and minimizing publicity prior to the launch.

Online harassment and threats for Indian journalist exposing illegal sand mining

Online harassment and threats for Indian journalist exposing illegal sand mining

 Published 9 years ago:  Indian journalist Sandhya Ravishankar faces online harassment and threats for her investigative reporting on illegal sand mining in Tamil Nadu.

Shahzada Zulfiqar first Balochistan journalist to receive Pride of Performance Award

Shahzada Zulfiqar first Balochistan journalist to receive Pride of Performance Award

 Published 9 years ago:  Shahzada Zulfiqar becomes Balochistan's first journalist to receive the prestigious Pride of Performance Award for his distinguished career in journalism.

Ahmed Al Jaber - face of the forgotten war in Yemen

Ahmed Al Jaber - face of the forgotten war in Yemen

 Published 9 years ago:  Ahmed Al Jaber, a Yemeni journalist, now a refugee in France, shares his harrowing journey escaping conflict and seeking safety for his family.

Pakistan seeks Facebook meeting, threatens action over blasphemy

Pakistan seeks Facebook meeting, threatens action over blasphemy

 Published 9 years ago:  Pakistan threatens social media companies with action over online blasphemy, seeking a meeting with Facebook to address the issue.

PEMRA directive to TV and FM radio channels

PEMRA directive to TV and FM radio channels

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has mandated TV and FM radio channels to comply with legal provisions or face strict action regarding freedom of speech and regulations.

Over Rs1400m collected as PTV fees, part of electricity bill in last two financial years

Over Rs1400m collected as PTV fees, part of electricity bill in last two financial years

 Published 9 years ago:  Over Rs1400 million collected in PTV fees as part of electricity bills in two years, the Senate revealed during a question hour session.

Daily Times questions Zardari featuring in TV show

Daily Times questions Zardari featuring in TV show

 Published 9 years ago:  Daily Times criticizes Asif Ali Zardari's choice to be a political analyst on TV, suggesting he focus on revitalizing the PPP instead.

Afzal Butt elected PFUJ president, Ayub Jan the new secretary

Afzal Butt elected PFUJ president, Ayub Jan the new secretary

 Published 9 years ago:  Afzal Butt has been elected as the new president of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists, with Ayub Jan appointed as the secretary.

Iconic US newspaper columnist Jimmy Breslin dies at 88

Iconic US newspaper columnist Jimmy Breslin dies at 88

 Published 9 years ago:  Jimmy Breslin, renowned US columnist and reporter, passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of impactful journalism and literary contributions.

PEMRA bans DawnNews program for three days

PEMRA bans DawnNews program for three days

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has imposed a three-day ban on DawnNews program Zara Hut Kay for discussing a reference against Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui pending before the Supreme.

Blasphemy charges create climate of fear for Pakistani media

Blasphemy charges create climate of fear for Pakistani media

 Published 9 years ago:  Blasphemy charges in Pakistan are stifling media freedom and instilling fear among journalists and bloggers, undermining democratic discourse.

BOL chief announces launch of newspapers within a month

BOL chief announces launch of newspapers within a month

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL News' CEO Shoaib Ahmad Shaikh announced the launch of regional newspapers in multiple languages within a month.

Allegations of sexual harassment levelled against PTV director not proven, NA told

Allegations of sexual harassment levelled against PTV director not proven, NA told

 Published 9 years ago:  The National Assembly reports that allegations against PTV director Agha Masood Shorish of sexual harassment were not proven during the inquiry.

Express Tribune photojournalist Muhammad Javed passes away

Express Tribune photojournalist Muhammad Javed passes away

 Published 9 years ago:  Muhammad Javed, a dedicated photojournalist for The Express Tribune, passed away after battling bone cancer at 52 years old.

Haroon Rashid says Cyril Almeida 'an irresponsible and careless journalist'

Haroon Rashid says Cyril Almeida 'an irresponsible and careless journalist'

 Published 9 years ago:  Haroon Rashid criticizes Cyril Almeida for his alleged irresponsibility and careless reporting regarding national security issues in Pakistan.

Government warning to media houses, social media users

Government warning to media houses, social media users

 Published 9 years ago:  The government warns media houses and social media users about restrictions on freedom of expression under Article 19 and related laws.

PEMRA serves notice on TVOne for 'objectionable' dance in morning show

PEMRA serves notice on TVOne for 'objectionable' dance in morning show

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issues a notice to TVOne for airing an 'objectionable' dance on a morning show, citing multiple viewer complaints and regulatory violations.

Columnist shot dead in the Philippines

Columnist shot dead in the Philippines

 Published 9 years ago:  The murder of columnist Joaquin Brinoes in the Philippines highlights the ongoing threats against journalists in the region.

Geo in trouble for airing kiss

Geo in trouble for airing kiss

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issues a show-cause notice to Geo News for airing a kiss during a morning show, citing violations of broadcasting codes.