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Seven Pakistani journalists selected for Chevening Fellowship

Seven Pakistani journalists selected for Chevening Fellowship

 Published 9 years ago:  Seven Pakistani journalists recognized by the British High Commission for the prestigious Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship 2017!

PEMRA boss told to file appeal against court decision on auction of DTH licenses

PEMRA boss told to file appeal against court decision on auction of DTH licenses

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has been directed to appeal the Lahore High Court's decision on the auction of DTH licenses, following a meeting in Islamabad.

BOL brings in Dr. Qadri and Musharraf

BOL brings in Dr. Qadri and Musharraf

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL News features Dr. Qadri and Gen (Retd) Musharraf in new programs, enhancing political engagement on the network.

Trump to skip correspondents' dinner as media row heats up

Trump to skip correspondents' dinner as media row heats up

 Published 9 years ago:  President Trump will skip the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner amidst an escalating conflict with the media over press access.

Iraqi Kurdish TV reporter killed in Mosul

Iraqi Kurdish TV reporter killed in Mosul

 Published 9 years ago:  Iraqi Kurdish TV reporter Shifa Gardi was killed by a roadside bomb in Mosul while covering clashes between government forces and jihadists.

PEMRA to PBA: No airing of security alerts

PEMRA to PBA: No airing of security alerts

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has instructed PBA to refrain from airing security alerts to prevent public panic and impact law enforcement efforts amid rising terror concerns.

Groundbreaking ethical code for journalists launched

Groundbreaking ethical code for journalists launched

 Published 9 years ago:  A national ethical code for journalists was launched in Islamabad, aiming to unify standards and protect press freedom across Pakistan.

Three political leaders to feature as hosts, analysts in new BOL show

Three political leaders to feature as hosts, analysts in new BOL show

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL News launches a new talk show featuring three political leaders as hosts, airing from Monday to Friday at 8:00pm.

Balochistan Voices celebrates its first birthday

Balochistan Voices celebrates its first birthday

 Published 9 years ago:  Balochistan Voices celebrated its first anniversary at the Quetta Press Club, highlighting its contribution to online journalism and media support.

CNN, New York Times, BuzzFeed barred from White House briefings

CNN, New York Times, BuzzFeed barred from White House briefings

 Published 9 years ago:  The White House barred key news organizations, including CNN and The New York Times, from an off-camera briefing, prompting strong backlash.

Police raid journalist Haroon Baloch's home without search warrants

Police raid journalist Haroon Baloch's home without search warrants

 Published 9 years ago:  Punjab Police unlawfully raided journalist Haroon Baloch's home without search warrants in the New Town area of Rawalpindi.

PEMRA dismisses BOL claims as untrue

PEMRA dismisses BOL claims as untrue

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA dismissed BOL News' claims of not airing false news about Lahore's bomb blast, highlighting its failure to apologize and comply with regulations.

First with the false news and into the Hall of Shame

First with the false news and into the Hall of Shame

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issues notices to 29 Pakistani channels for broadcasting false bomb blast news, highlighting systemic issues in broadcast journalism.

BBC journalist faces five-year jail term for reporting Thailand scam

BBC journalist faces five-year jail term for reporting Thailand scam

 Published 9 years ago:  A BBC journalist faces up to five years in Thai prison over defamation charges related to his investigation of a property scam in Phuket.

UN secretary general pledges to take action on journalist safety

UN secretary general pledges to take action on journalist safety

 Published 9 years ago:  UN Secretary General António Guterres commits to enhancing journalist safety amid rising global attacks, supporting the #ProtectJournalists initiative.

PEMRA notices to nearly 30 channels for airing false news

PEMRA notices to nearly 30 channels for airing false news

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued show cause notices to nearly 30 channels for broadcasting false news about a Lahore blast, threatening fines and license suspensions.

CRS and JournalismPakistan.com kick off project to study economic security of slain journalists' families

CRS and JournalismPakistan.com kick off project to study economic security of slain journalists' families

 Published 9 years ago:  CRS and JournalismPakistan.com launch a project to assess economic security for families of slain journalists, highlighting safety concerns.

Channel 24 journalist beaten up for covering fuel pilferage

Channel 24 journalist beaten up for covering fuel pilferage

 Published 9 years ago:  A Channel 24 journalist was assaulted by Solid Waste Management staff while covering fuel pilferage from official vehicles in Gujranwala.

Journalists protest after minister reportedly snatches reporter's cell phone

Journalists protest after minister reportedly snatches reporter's cell phone

 Published 9 years ago:  Journalists protested in Islamabad after Minister Anusha Rahman allegedly snatched a reporter's cell phone during a Supreme Court session.

Freelancer Haroon Janjua named for IFAJ Master Class

Freelancer Haroon Janjua named for IFAJ Master Class

 Published 9 years ago:  Pakistani journalist Haroon Janjua is selected for the IFAJ Master Class, enhancing the future of agricultural journalism and global networking.

CPJ launches Emergencies Response Team to promote and advance journalist safety

CPJ launches Emergencies Response Team to promote and advance journalist safety

 Published 9 years ago:  The CPJ has launched an Emergency Response Team to enhance journalist safety amid mounting threats to press freedom and security.

Nasir Baig Chughtai leaving 92 News

Nasir Baig Chughtai leaving 92 News

 Published 9 years ago:  Nasir Baig Chughtai, Executive Director at 92 News, resigns next month after serving since 2016, citing personal reasons.

PEMRA sends show cause notice to Hum TV

PEMRA sends show cause notice to Hum TV

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA challenges Hum TV after airing objectionable content in 'Kitni Girhain Baqi Hain' drama, leading to multiple complaints from viewers.

Senior DawnNews reporter Tauqeer Ghumman dies

Senior DawnNews reporter Tauqeer Ghumman dies

 Published 9 years ago:  Senior DawnNews reporter Tauqeer Ghumman passed away at the age of 43 due to cardiac arrest on Sunday in Lahore.

The News City Editor Saleem Usmani passes away

The News City Editor Saleem Usmani passes away

 Published 9 years ago:  Saleem Usmani, the City Editor of The News in Rawalpindi, dies of a heart attack at 52, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and hard work.

Media outlets must follow code of ethics: M. Ziauddin

Media outlets must follow code of ethics: M. Ziauddin

 Published 9 years ago:  Media outlets in Pakistan urged to adhere to ethical standards to ensure integrity and protect journalists' rights during a press club discussion.

PEMRA acts against objectionable ads

PEMRA acts against objectionable ads

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has directed PBA to amend Zong and Oppo ads due to viewer complaints regarding social and traditional value discrepancies.

PEMRA issues show cause notice to Geo

PEMRA issues show cause notice to Geo

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show cause notice to Geo for airing objectionable comments during its program Jirga, citing violations of media conduct rules.