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Dr. Nauman Niaz reinstated as PTV Director Sports

Dr. Nauman Niaz reinstated as PTV Director Sports

 Published 9 years ago:  Dr. Nauman Niaz has been reinstated as PTV Director Sports after a previous conflict regarding a contract with ARY Karachi Kings.

Approval of 122 print publications pending due to unavailability of suitable titles, minister tells Senate

Approval of 122 print publications pending due to unavailability of suitable titles, minister tells Senate

 Published 9 years ago:  Approval of 122 print publications is pending in Pakistan due to unsuitable titles, according to Information Minister Maryum Aurangzeb.

BOL tops list of complaints against channels inciting sectarian violence, Senate told

BOL tops list of complaints against channels inciting sectarian violence, Senate told

 Published 9 years ago:  The Senate reported that PEMRA received 1,068 complaints against TV channels for inciting sectarian violence, with BOL News accounting for two-thirds.

Two radio journalists shot and killed during live broadcast in Dominican Republic

Two radio journalists shot and killed during live broadcast in Dominican Republic

 Published 9 years ago:  Two radio journalists were murdered during a live broadcast in the Dominican Republic, prompting calls for justice and a thorough investigation.

Hadiqa Kiani's 'arrest' - people fall for fake news again

Hadiqa Kiani's 'arrest' - people fall for fake news again

 Published 9 years ago:  Singer Hadiqa Kiani addresses fake news about her arrest at Heathrow Airport while she was actually in Lahore celebrating her nephew's birthday.

Islamabad High Court suspends PEMRA ban on Shahid Masood

Islamabad High Court suspends PEMRA ban on Shahid Masood

 Published 9 years ago:  Islamabad High Court suspends a 30-day PEMRA ban on Dr. Shahid Masood, allowing him to return to NewsOne TV after 13 months.

Senate committee approves Right to Information Bill

Senate committee approves Right to Information Bill

 Published 9 years ago:  The Senate committee has approved the Right to Information Bill, enhancing citizens' access to government information and protecting whistleblowers.

PEMRA bans Dr. Shahid Masood's program for 30 days, BOL fined Rs1 million

PEMRA bans Dr. Shahid Masood's program for 30 days, BOL fined Rs1 million

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has banned Dr. Shahid Masood's program for 30 days and fined BOL News Rs1 million for defamatory allegations against government officials.

Taimoor Abbas' murder underscores grave risks Pakistani journalists face: CPJ

Taimoor Abbas' murder underscores grave risks Pakistani journalists face: CPJ

 Published 9 years ago:  The murder of cameraman Taimoor Abbas highlights the severe dangers faced by journalists in Pakistan amid political violence.

Editor arrested in Kazakhstan

Editor arrested in Kazakhstan

 Published 9 years ago:  Kazakh authorities arrested journalist Zhanbolat Mamay, accusing him of money laundering in a politically motivated case against independent media.

Journalists protest colleague's killing

Journalists protest colleague's killing

 Published 9 years ago:  Journalists in Islamabad demand equal compensation for media personnel killed or injured, highlighting the ongoing threat to their safety.

Taliban claim responsibility for attack on Samaa van

Taliban claim responsibility for attack on Samaa van

 Published 9 years ago:  The TTP has claimed responsibility for the fatal attack on a Samaa TV van in Karachi, raising concerns over journalist safety in the region.

IFJ condemns murder of Samaa employee

IFJ condemns murder of Samaa employee

 Published 9 years ago:  The IFJ condemns the murder of Samaa TV journalist Taimoor Abbas in Karachi, demanding justice for media staff in Pakistan amidst rising violence.

Killing of Samaa TV staffer Taimoor Abbas mourned

Killing of Samaa TV staffer Taimoor Abbas mourned

 Published 9 years ago:  The tragic killing of Samaa TV cameraman Taimoor Abbas has sparked widespread mourning among journalists and public figures in Pakistan.

Job-hopping Dr. Shahid Masood returns to NewsOne

Job-hopping Dr. Shahid Masood returns to NewsOne

 Published 9 years ago:  Dr. Shahid Masood makes a surprising return to NewsOne, just days after hinting at a possible exit from television for good.

Deadly attack on news van: Samaa TV camera operator Taimoor Abbas killed

Deadly attack on news van: Samaa TV camera operator Taimoor Abbas killed

 Published 9 years ago:  Samaa TV cameraman Taimoor Abbas was killed in Karachi when unidentified gunmen attacked the news van he was in during a coverage assignment.

Three years on, family of murdered journalist Ijaz Mengal awaits justice

Three years on, family of murdered journalist Ijaz Mengal awaits justice

 Published 9 years ago:  Three years after journalist Ijaz Mengal's murder, his family continues to seek justice while fears for safety persist among local reporters.

Let down by Dr. Shahid Masood, BOL waits to hear from him

Let down by Dr. Shahid Masood, BOL waits to hear from him

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL News management is concerned about Dr. Shahid Masood's sudden departure from electronic media, with no communication since his announcement.

Ban on Aamir Liaquat and his program on BOL to stay; SHC withdraws earlier order

Ban on Aamir Liaquat and his program on BOL to stay; SHC withdraws earlier order

 Published 9 years ago:  The Sindh High Court reinstates the ban on Aamir Liaquat and his program after reviewing Supreme Court orders, emphasizing compliance with regulations.

Dawn for tackling hate speech

Dawn for tackling hate speech

 Published 9 years ago:  Dawn emphasizes the need for media organizations to create a code of conduct to combat hate speech and uphold responsible reporting.

BOL says 30 FIRs filed against Geo-Jang Group, calls for arrests

BOL says 30 FIRs filed against Geo-Jang Group, calls for arrests

 Published 9 years ago:  BOL News reports 30 FIRs filed against Geo-Jang Group for anti-state propaganda and calls for immediate arrests across Pakistan.

HRCP appalled by anchor's ceaseless hatemongering

HRCP appalled by anchor's ceaseless hatemongering

 Published 9 years ago:  The HRCP condemns the hate campaign by Aamir Liaquat against journalists, urging immediate government action to protect those targeted.

Dejected Shahid Masood bids farewell to electronic media

Dejected Shahid Masood bids farewell to electronic media

 Published 9 years ago:  Shahid Masood, a prominent Pakistani journalist, announces his departure from electronic media amid growing discontent and ongoing media conflicts.

Abducted blogger breaks silence

Abducted blogger breaks silence

 Published 9 years ago:  Abducted Pakistani activist Ahmad Waqass Goraya speaks out on his disappearance, rejecting accusations of betrayal and addressing blasphemy fears.

Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga back on air after SHC stays PEMRA notice

Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga back on air after SHC stays PEMRA notice

 Published 9 years ago:  The Sindh High Court has lifted the PEMRA ban on BOL News program Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga, allowing it to resume broadcasting immediately.

Ban on 'Raees' sparks social media outburst

Ban on 'Raees' sparks social media outburst

 Published 9 years ago:  Pakistan's ban on the Bollywood film 'Raees' draws significant social backlash over its portrayal of Muslims as terrorists amidst political tensions.

Supreme Court orders BOL to respond to PEMRA show cause notice

Supreme Court orders BOL to respond to PEMRA show cause notice

 Published 9 years ago:  The Supreme Court has directed BOL News to respond to PEMRA regarding the airing of Aamir Liaquat's program that violated broadcasting regulations.

Talat Hussain questions ARY News' claim

Talat Hussain questions ARY News' claim

 Published 9 years ago:  Talat Hussain questions ARY News' claims about the Dawn Leaks commission report, raising concerns over the authenticity of their sources.