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PEMRA warns Roze TV

PEMRA warns Roze TV

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a warning to Roze TV for broadcasting objectionable remarks by a Taliban leader regarding attacks on educational institutions.

Exercise care, regulatory authority tells erring Geo

Exercise care, regulatory authority tells erring Geo

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has advised Geo Television to exercise caution after airing content related to a woman's call to join Daesh, warning of its impact on viewers.

Have time-delay mechanism in place, PEMRA reminds channels yet again

Have time-delay mechanism in place, PEMRA reminds channels yet again

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has once again urged TV channels to install time-delay mechanisms after inappropriate language aired during a live press conference.

Al Jazeera says its crew kidnapped in Yemeni city of Taiz

Al Jazeera says its crew kidnapped in Yemeni city of Taiz

 Published 9 years ago:  Al Jazeera reports that three of its journalists were kidnapped in Taiz, Yemen, urging for their immediate release amidst ongoing conflict.

Taliban attack on Afghan TV employees widely condemned

Taliban attack on Afghan TV employees widely condemned

 Published 9 years ago:  A Taliban suicide bombing targeting Tolo TV employees in Kabul has drawn international condemnation as an assault on media freedom in Afghanistan.

Islamic State radio broadcast threatens Afghan journalists

Islamic State radio broadcast threatens Afghan journalists

 Published 9 years ago:  The Islamic State group's radio broadcast threatens Afghan journalists, revealing the dangers they face from local militants in Nangarhar province.

Live call puts Din News in trouble

Live call puts Din News in trouble

 Published 9 years ago:  Din News faces a show-cause notice from PEMRA after derogatory remarks about the judiciary were aired during a live talk show, raising regulatory concerns.

Seven killed as suicide bomber targets TV channel bus in Kabul

Seven killed as suicide bomber targets TV channel bus in Kabul

 Published 9 years ago:  A suicide bombing targeting a TOLO TV channel bus in Kabul killed seven and wounded 24, escalating dangers for journalists in Afghanistan.

Deadly week for media in Pakistan

Deadly week for media in Pakistan

 Published 9 years ago:  The killing of two journalists in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa highlights the ongoing dangers faced by media personnel in Pakistan.

Fara Yousaf parts ways with 92 News

Fara Yousaf parts ways with 92 News

 Published 9 years ago:  Fara Yousaf has departed from 92 News after less than four months, leaving her future station unconfirmed.

PEMRA Council of Complaints recommends Rs1 million fine on Samaa

PEMRA Council of Complaints recommends Rs1 million fine on Samaa

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA recommends a Rs1 million fine on Samaa Television for airing an indecent program that violated cultural and regulatory standards.

Journalist among 11 killed in Peshawar suicide bomb attack

Journalist among 11 killed in Peshawar suicide bomb attack

 Published 9 years ago:  A suicide bomber attacked a police checkpoint in Peshawar, killing 11 including journalist Mehboob Shah Afridi, and wounding 21 others.

School massacre video game withdrawn after social media backlash

School massacre video game withdrawn after social media backlash

 Published 9 years ago:  A video game based on the Peshawar school attack has been withdrawn after public outcry over its insensitivity and poor execution.

NPC initiates 'Kitchen Package' for members facing financial problems

NPC initiates 'Kitchen Package' for members facing financial problems

 Published 9 years ago:  The National Press Club launches a 'Kitchen Package' to assist members facing financial hardships due to joblessness or delayed salaries.

YouTube back on in Pakistan

YouTube back on in Pakistan

 Published 9 years ago:  YouTube has been unblocked in Pakistan after over three years, allowing access to the localized version for users across the country.

Progressive Panel victorious in LPC polls

Progressive Panel victorious in LPC polls

 Published 9 years ago:  The Progressive Panel achieved a clean sweep in the Lahore Press Club elections, marking a significant victory in local journalism leadership.

Journalist shot dead in D.I.Khan

Journalist shot dead in D.I.Khan

 Published 9 years ago:  A journalist was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Dera Ismail Khan, raising concerns over press safety in the region.

Moroccan journalist released after 10 months in prison

Moroccan journalist released after 10 months in prison

 Published 9 years ago:  Moroccan journalist Hicham Mansouri has been released after a 10-month prison sentence in a politically charged case involving adultery allegations.

President NPC names chairpersons of three committees

President NPC names chairpersons of three committees

 Published 9 years ago:  Shakeel Anjum, President of the National Press Club, has announced new chairpersons for three committees aimed at enhancing member services.

PEMRA serves notice on Samaa

PEMRA serves notice on Samaa

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issues a notice to Samaa Television for sensationalizing news about Imran Khan, impacting both the political figure and an affected woman.

Sindh Police to make plan for security of news organizations

Sindh Police to make plan for security of news organizations

 Published 9 years ago:  Sindh police plan to develop security measures for news organizations after a meeting with media house representatives to address safety concerns.

Washington Post journalist reportedly freed by Iran

Washington Post journalist reportedly freed by Iran

 Published 9 years ago:  Jason Rezaian, a Washington Post journalist, was reportedly freed by Iran in a prisoner swap ahead of finalizing a nuclear deal with world powers.

Attack on TV station highlights perils facing freedom of expression: AI

Attack on TV station highlights perils facing freedom of expression: AI

 Published 9 years ago:  The grenade attack on ARY TV highlights the increasing dangers faced by media workers in Pakistan, amplifying concerns over freedom of expression.

PFUJ condemns attack on news outlet, calls for arrests of terrorists

PFUJ condemns attack on news outlet, calls for arrests of terrorists

 Published 9 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the recent attack on ARY News and urges the government to enhance security measures for media personnel and establishments.

YouTube launches Pakistani version, paving way for ban to be lifted

YouTube launches Pakistani version, paving way for ban to be lifted

 Published 9 years ago:  Google has launched a localized YouTube version in Pakistan, possibly leading to the lifting of a long-standing ban due to blasphemous content.

Al-Jazeera pulls plug on struggling US news channel

Al-Jazeera pulls plug on struggling US news channel

 Published 9 years ago:  Al-Jazeera America will close on April 30 due to poor viewership and financial sustainability issues after significant investment and effort.

Raid on journalist's home latest act of intimidation, says Human Rights Watch

Raid on journalist's home latest act of intimidation, says Human Rights Watch

 Published 9 years ago:  Human Rights Watch condemns the raid on journalist Salman Masood's home as a troubling act of government intimidation against critical media voices.

Kuwait passes law tightening online media controls

Kuwait passes law tightening online media controls

 Published 9 years ago:  Kuwait's parliament has enacted a law regulating online media, raising concerns about freedom of speech and expression across the Gulf state.