Newsroom
Welcome to our Newsroom, your one-stop destination for the latest stories meticulously curated and refined by our skilled sub-editors. This dynamic section features a diverse mix of news articles spanning some of our main categories, including Pakistan, World, Asia, Opportunities, and Women in Media. Stay updated with the most current and compelling stories, all in one place, as we bring you comprehensive coverage of the events and issues shaping the media world.
PEMRA approves complete ban on Indian content
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has approved a complete ban on Indian content airing on media outlets starting October 21, with strict penalties for violations.
Capital TV serves legal notice on former staffer Fiza Khan
Published 9 years ago: Capital TV has served a legal notice to former staff member Fiza Khan over alleged defamatory posts following her resignation due to harassment claims.
Dr Aamir Liaquat joins promising BOL News
Published 9 years ago: Dr. Aamir Liaquat joins BOL News channel, marking a significant move in his broadcasting career as he debuts in a test transmission.
Big BOL step: test transmission begins
Published 9 years ago: BOL News has officially begun its Media Azadi Test Transmission, marking the channel's imminent launch after a challenging 15-month journey.
Journalist shot dead in western Afghanistan
Published 9 years ago: The murder of journalist Yaqub Sharafat in western Afghanistan has been condemned by the IFJ, calling for urgent government action to ensure justice.
Aaliya Shah joins BOL News
Published 9 years ago: BOL News strengthens its team by hiring senior journalist Aaliya Shah as executive analyst and anchorperson ahead of a year-end launch.
Dawn sticks to its stand on October 6 story, says ECL was a 'misstep'
Published 9 years ago: Dawn stands firm on its October 6 story, criticizing the government's misstep regarding the Exit Control List and defending press freedoms.
Cyril Almeida's 'week to remember'
Published 9 years ago: Cyril Almeida reflects on his experiences after being removed from the Exit Control List and the implications of his controversial story.
Lahore Press Club President Shahbaz Mian rejoins BOL
Published 9 years ago: Shahbaz Mian rejoins BOL News as executive analyst and anchor ahead of its anticipated launch, aiming to rebuild the media group.
BOL makes first new hiring in Islamabad, signs up Mazhar Tufail
Published 9 years ago: BOL News makes its first hiring in Islamabad by signing senior journalist Mazhar Tufail as they prepare for a year-end launch.
Capital TV news anchor harassed at work, allegedly forced to resign
Published 9 years ago: Capital TV news anchor Fiza Khan faces workplace harassment, leading to her alleged forced resignation and demands for an investigation.
Travel ban on Cyril Almeida goes
Published 9 years ago: Cyril Almeida's travel ban lifted by Pakistan's Interior Ministry five days after its imposition, amid continued inquiry into leaked story.
PEMRA shuts down 11 Christian channels for 'illegal' broadcasting
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has shut down 11 Christian television channels for allegedly operating without broadcasting licenses, sparking protests from community leaders.
CPJ chairperson says Trump a threat to press freedom
Published 9 years ago: The CPJ declares Donald Trump a significant threat to press freedom in the U.S., citing his actions against journalists during his campaign.
Afghan radio station bombed; owner attacked in latest incident
Published 9 years ago: The bombing of Nasim Radio and the assault on its owner highlights the escalating violence against media in Afghanistan.
Minister claims Almeida story was 'inaccurate'
Published 9 years ago: Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar claims Cyril Almeida's story on civil-military tensions is inaccurate, sparking controversy and an inquiry.
Human Rights Watch: Lift travel ban on Cyril Almeida immediately
Published 9 years ago: Human Rights Watch demands the immediate lifting of the travel ban on journalist Cyril Almeida and urges the Pakistani government to ensure media freedom.
Afghan Times editor violently attacked in Kabul
Published 9 years ago: The attack on Afghan Times editor Abdul Saboor Sarir in Kabul raises serious concerns about press freedom and journalist safety in Afghanistan.
Almeida ban unlikely to go until completion of inquiry: reports
Published 9 years ago: Pakistani authorities are unlikely to lift the travel ban on journalist Cyril Almeida until the inquiry into his controversial story is completed.
Drop travel ban on Dawn journalist: Amnesty International
Published 9 years ago: Amnesty International demands Pakistan lift travel ban on journalist Cyril Almeida, emphasizing the need for free media operations in the country.
Dawn defends its senior writer, calls for immediate removal of his name from ECL
Published 9 years ago: Dawn defends its writer Cyril Almeida and demands immediate removal of his name from the Exit Control List following government backlash.
Cyril Almeida expects further, uglier actions
Published 9 years ago: Journalist Cyril Almeida warns of potential escalated actions after being placed on Pakistan's Exit Control List following a controversial report.
APNS wants Dawn journalist's name off ECL immediately
Published 9 years ago: APNS condemns the government's inclusion of Dawn's Cyril Almeida on the Exit Control List and demands immediate removal of his name.
PFUJ concerned about Almeida's safety and security
Published 9 years ago: The PFUJ has condemned the government's decision to place journalist Cyril Almeida on the Exit Control List, citing a violation of press freedom.
HRCP demands lifting of travel ban on journalist
Published 9 years ago: HRCP urges the immediate lifting of travel restrictions on journalist Cyril Almeida citing concerns for freedom of expression and due process.
BOL launch before year-end
Published 9 years ago: BOL News Television is preparing for a formal launch by year-end, reuniting with staff after overcoming past challenges.
Senior journalists take to Twitter to back Cyril Almeida
Published 9 years ago: Senior journalists rally on Twitter to support Cyril Almeida, who faces a travel ban after reporting on civil-military relations in Pakistan.
Dawn journalist Cyril Almeida put on Exit Control List
Published 9 years ago: Cyril Almeida, a journalist from Dawn, ensures his name was placed on the Exit Control List amid controversy over a government-critical report.

