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Journalists protest attack on ARY office

Journalists protest attack on ARY office

 Published 9 years ago:  Journalists organized a protest against the terror attack on ARY News office, highlighting the government's failure to ensure media security.

CPJ condemns attack on ARY News office, calls for prompt investigation

CPJ condemns attack on ARY News office, calls for prompt investigation

 Published 10 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns a grenade attack on ARY News in Islamabad, calling for a thorough investigation into the violence.

Gunmen attack ARY News office in Islamabad, one injured

Gunmen attack ARY News office in Islamabad, one injured

 Published 10 years ago:  Gunmen attacked ARY News office in Islamabad, injuring a staff member during the incident linked to the coverage of the Pakistan Army's operations.

Dr Shahid Masood returns to ARY

Dr Shahid Masood returns to ARY

 Published 10 years ago:  Dr. Shahid Masood is set to return to ARY News Television, welcomed back by CEO Salman Iqbal, marking his reentry into the media industry.

Court rejects injunction application on NPC polls

Court rejects injunction application on NPC polls

 Published 10 years ago:  A court has dismissed an application to nullify the recent NPC elections, affirming they were conducted according to the proper procedure.

Rangers raid Islamabad home of The Nation Resident Editor

Rangers raid Islamabad home of The Nation Resident Editor

 Published 10 years ago:  Paramilitary Rangers raided the home of journalist Salman Masood in Islamabad, sparking outrage among the media community over the operation.

Iran arrests journalists, bans newspaper ahead of elections

Iran arrests journalists, bans newspaper ahead of elections

 Published 10 years ago:  Iranian authorities have arrested journalists and banned the newspaper Bahar ahead of legislative elections, raising concerns over press freedom.

IFJ women move forward struggle for gender equality

IFJ women move forward struggle for gender equality

 Published 10 years ago:  The IFJ Gender Council conference in Morocco focused on gender equality and media, discussing women's empowerment and advocacy strategies.

PEMRA in bid to settle BOL staff salary issue

PEMRA in bid to settle BOL staff salary issue

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA is working with the Information Ministry to resolve BOL News staff salary issues following a directive from the Islamabad High Court.

NPC approves committee for reviewing voters list

NPC approves committee for reviewing voters list

 Published 10 years ago:  The NPC Islamabad has approved a committee to review the voters list, ensuring transparency and accountability in its operations.

Regulatory body's advice and warning to Neo TV

Regulatory body's advice and warning to Neo TV

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA has warned Neo TV to self-regulate after airing controversial remarks by politician Faisal Raza Abdi that could damage Pakistan's international image.

Train anchors properly, PEMRA tells Aaj after indecent remarks aired

Train anchors properly, PEMRA tells Aaj after indecent remarks aired

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA has advised Aaj News to properly train their anchors following the airing of indecent remarks against the government during a talk show.

Top news website blocked in three Arab countries

Top news website blocked in three Arab countries

 Published 10 years ago:  The IFJ expresses concern over the blocking of al-Araby al-Jadeed and The New Arab in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt, highlighting press freedom issues.

Fourth deadliest year on record for journalists: CPJ

Fourth deadliest year on record for journalists: CPJ

 Published 10 years ago:  In 2015, 71 journalists were killed globally, marking the fourth deadliest year on record, with significant challenges still facing press freedom.

NPC election committee says it thwarted attempt to sabotage polls

NPC election committee says it thwarted attempt to sabotage polls

 Published 10 years ago:  The NPC election committee reported a thwarted sabotage attempt by a contesting group during the January 4 elections, ensuring a fair process.

IFJ welcomes arrests of suspects in murders of Express News staffers

IFJ welcomes arrests of suspects in murders of Express News staffers

 Published 10 years ago:  IFJ and PFUJ commend the arrests of suspects in the 2014 murders of Express News staff, urging swift justice for media professionals in Pakistan.

Afridi snubs reporter; journalists demand apology

Afridi snubs reporter; journalists demand apology

 Published 10 years ago:  Shahid Afridi faces backlash from journalists in Lahore after snubbing a reporter's question about his captaincy record during a press event.

Abb Takk fined Rs100,000 for not using time-delay mechanism

Abb Takk fined Rs100,000 for not using time-delay mechanism

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA fines Abb Takk Television Rs100,000 for not using a time-delay mechanism during a live broadcast, allowing derogatory remarks on air.

PEMRA serves notice on Express News for airing provocative talk show

PEMRA serves notice on Express News for airing provocative talk show

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a notice to Express News for airing a provocative talk show that could harm diplomatic ties and violate constitutional articles.

Islamic State executes female journalist in Raqqa

Islamic State executes female journalist in Raqqa

 Published 10 years ago:  Islamic State executes female journalist Ruqia Hassan for exposing human rights abuses in Raqqa, marking a grim milestone in journalist safety.

Journalist Panel wins big in NPC polls marred by rowdyism

Journalist Panel wins big in NPC polls marred by rowdyism

 Published 10 years ago:  The Journalist Panel claimed victory in the NPC elections, despite disruptions caused by the Jago Panel's protests and chaos at polling stations.

PML-N gets most airtime representation in October talk shows: Gallup Pakistan

PML-N gets most airtime representation in October talk shows: Gallup Pakistan

 Published 10 years ago:  In October 2015, PML-N dominated talk show airtime at 34%, revealing shifts in political discourse and guest diversity, according to Gallup Pakistan.

Khawar Naeem joins 92 News as Lahore bureau chief

Khawar Naeem joins 92 News as Lahore bureau chief

 Published 10 years ago:  Khawar Naeem Hashmi has been appointed as the Lahore bureau chief for 92 News, enhancing the channel's reporting capabilities.

Expelled French journalist warns of dark days for media in China

Expelled French journalist warns of dark days for media in China

 Published 10 years ago:  Ursula Gauthier, a French journalist, warns of troubling times for media in China after her expulsion over a critical article on Xinjiang.

PTV ready to launch a second sports channel this month

PTV ready to launch a second sports channel this month

 Published 10 years ago:  PTV is launching a second sports channel, PTV Sports 2, this month to enhance programming and revenue in Pakistan's sports broadcasting sector.

PFUJ lists attacks on journalists, news organizations in 2015

PFUJ lists attacks on journalists, news organizations in 2015

 Published 10 years ago:  PFUJ highlights the alarming increase in attacks on journalists and media organizations in 2015, pressing for justice and safety for media workers.

Farrukh Shahbaz Warraich elected PFUC president

Farrukh Shahbaz Warraich elected PFUC president

 Published 10 years ago:  Farrukh Shahbaz Warraich has been elected president of the Pakistan Federal Union of Columnists, securing 57 votes in recent elections.

Veteran journalist Jonaid Iqbal leaves for his heavenly abode

Veteran journalist Jonaid Iqbal leaves for his heavenly abode

 Published 10 years ago:  Veteran journalist Jonaid Iqbal, 76, passed away in Islamabad while writing, leaving a legacy in journalism and fond memories among colleagues.