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Nawaz Sharif orders blasphemous content be removed from social media

Nawaz Sharif orders blasphemous content be removed from social media

 Published 9 years ago:  Nawaz Sharif demands immediate removal of blasphemous content from social media to protect religious sentiments and ensure strict punishment for offenders.

Raza Rumi is the new editor at Daily Times

Raza Rumi is the new editor at Daily Times

 Published 9 years ago:  Raza Rumi has been appointed as the new editor of Daily Times, aiming to enhance its editorial quality and embrace digital transformation.

PTV expenditure higher than revenue in last three years, Senate told

PTV expenditure higher than revenue in last three years, Senate told

 Published 9 years ago:  PTV's expenditure has exceeded its revenue for three consecutive years, according to the Senate report presented by Minister Maryum Aurangzeb.

No justice, no support for families of Balochistan's fallen journalists

No justice, no support for families of Balochistan's fallen journalists

 Published 9 years ago:  Since 2008, Balochistan has seen over 40 journalists killed, with their families left without justice or support.

One last chance to government for reply on PEMRA chief's appointment

One last chance to government for reply on PEMRA chief's appointment

 Published 9 years ago:  The Lahore High Court has given the federal government a final chance to respond to a petition against Absar Alam's appointment as PEMRA chairman.

PEMRA Councils reserve recommendations on Aamir Liaquat's case

PEMRA Councils reserve recommendations on Aamir Liaquat's case

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA Councils in Sindh and Lahore reserve recommendations on Aamir Liaquat's program amidst ongoing complaints and a Supreme Court directive.

Appointment of PTV chairman did not require open advertisement, NA told

Appointment of PTV chairman did not require open advertisement, NA told

 Published 9 years ago:  The National Assembly revealed that Atta ul Haq Qasimi's PTV chairman appointment did not require an open advertisement as per the Civil Establishment Code.

Xinjiang Police say media have no right to ask questions

Xinjiang Police say media have no right to ask questions

 Published 9 years ago:  Xinjiang Police have denied the media's right to ask questions, prompting concern from the International Federation of Journalists regarding press freedom.

Neo TV blunders; gets PEMRA notice

Neo TV blunders; gets PEMRA notice

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issues a show cause notice to Neo TV for mistakenly airing the photo of a current judge instead of the deceased former Chief Justice Sajjad Ali Shah.

RIUJ, press club condemn social media campaign against journalist Iffat Hasan

RIUJ, press club condemn social media campaign against journalist Iffat Hasan

 Published 9 years ago:  RIUJ and the National Press Club condemn the social media campaign against journalist Iffat Hasan, demanding an end to the baseless accusations.

Rally urges stern action against blasphemous content on social media

Rally urges stern action against blasphemous content on social media

 Published 9 years ago:  Over 2,000 students rally in Islamabad demanding government action against blasphemous social media content following a High Court ruling.

PEMRA notices to 27 TV channels for not airing apology

PEMRA notices to 27 TV channels for not airing apology

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issued show cause notices to 27 TV channels for not apologizing for false news on a Lahore bomb blast, with compliance from only 2 channels.

IFJ for action to defend women's voices online in Asia-Pacific

IFJ for action to defend women's voices online in Asia-Pacific

 Published 9 years ago:  The IFJ and its Asia-Pacific affiliates demand action to combat online harassment against women journalists, emphasizing the need for safer digital spaces.

Pakistan Press Foundation calls on media to promote safety of female staff

Pakistan Press Foundation calls on media to promote safety of female staff

 Published 9 years ago:  Pakistan Press Foundation urges media to improve safety for female staff, highlighting the low representation and high rates of harassment in the industry.

IFJ calls for global action for gender equality

IFJ calls for global action for gender equality

 Published 9 years ago:  Journalists worldwide will unite on International Women's Day to advocate for gender equality and address critical issues in media workplaces.

Women journalists demand reserved seats

Women journalists demand reserved seats

 Published 9 years ago:  Women journalists in Pakistan demand reserved seats in media bodies during a National Women Conference aimed at promoting gender equality in media.

BBC crew attacked by thugs in China

BBC crew attacked by thugs in China

 Published 9 years ago:  A BBC crew faced violence and intimidation in China while attempting to interview a petitioner in Hunan Province, raising concerns over press freedom.

Khawar Ghumman likely to be named 92 News bureau chief

Khawar Ghumman likely to be named 92 News bureau chief

 Published 9 years ago:  Khawar Ghumman is poised to be appointed as the new bureau chief of 92 News in Islamabad, replacing Mohsin Raza.

New BOL report targets PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam

New BOL report targets PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL News has released a report accusing PEMRA Chairman Absar Alam of misconduct and favoritism regarding his appointment and actions against Indian content.

PEMRA acts against BOL again, serves show cause notice for hate comments

PEMRA acts against BOL again, serves show cause notice for hate comments

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show cause notice to BOL News for airing hate comments in a program, demanding an explanation by March 10.

Journalist shot dead in Mexico

Journalist shot dead in Mexico

 Published 9 years ago:  A journalist was murdered in Guerrero, Mexico, adding to the alarming rise in reporter killings in one of the world's most dangerous countries for media.

PEMRA slaps fines on channels that aired false news about bomb blast

PEMRA slaps fines on channels that aired false news about bomb blast

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA fines 29 TV channels for airing false news about a bomb blast in Lahore, demanding public apologies on March 6.

Dunya News agrees to reinstate sacked staffers

Dunya News agrees to reinstate sacked staffers

 Published 9 years ago:  Dunya News has decided to reinstate staff members it recently laid off, following a threatened protest by the Punjab Union of Journalists.

PTV anchor allegedly harassed at workplace quits

PTV anchor allegedly harassed at workplace quits

 Published 9 years ago:  Tanzeela Mazhar resigns from PTV after alleging sexual harassment, claiming management prioritized one individual over the organization's integrity.

Watchdog's open letter to interior minister, calls for urgent action to protect journalists, bloggers

Watchdog's open letter to interior minister, calls for urgent action to protect journalists, bloggers

 Published 9 years ago:  Amnesty International urges Pakistan's authorities to urgently protect journalists and human rights activists from harassment and violent attacks.

PEMRA warns 8XM for airing vulgar songs

PEMRA warns 8XM for airing vulgar songs

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has warned 8XM for airing vulgar songs, highlighting viewer complaints and the need for compliance with the Code of Conduct 2015.

Indian journalist released on bail after 17 months in jail

Indian journalist released on bail after 17 months in jail

 Published 9 years ago:  Santosh Yadav, an Indian journalist, was granted bail by the Supreme Court after 17 months in jail on charges widely viewed as fabricated.

Islamabad High Court suspends PEMRA ban on BOL show

Islamabad High Court suspends PEMRA ban on BOL show

 Published 9 years ago:  Islamabad High Court has suspended PEMRA's ban on the BOL News program Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga, citing unilateral motives behind the decision.