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Abb Takk program host Sana Faisal reportedly poisoned

Abb Takk program host Sana Faisal reportedly poisoned

 Published 9 years ago:  Sana Faisal, host of Abb Takk's Khufia program, was reportedly poisoned by a teenager after accepting ice cream offered during a selfie request.

Pakistan-born actor sacked from 'Coronation Street' for rant against Indians

Pakistan-born actor sacked from 'Coronation Street' for rant against Indians

 Published 9 years ago:  Marc Anwar, a Pakistan-born actor, has been fired from 'Coronation Street' due to a racist rant against Indians on social media.

Journalist's exile shows concern over Nepal's press freedom

Journalist's exile shows concern over Nepal's press freedom

 Published 9 years ago:  Kunda Dixit's exile raises alarms on press freedom in Nepal as government scrutiny intensifies against journalists and investigative reporting.

CPJ condemns killing of Jordanian commentator

CPJ condemns killing of Jordanian commentator

 Published 9 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the assassination of Nahed Hattar in Jordan, highlighting threats to freedom of expression.

Gunman kills Jordanian Christian writer charged over anti-Islam cartoon

Gunman kills Jordanian Christian writer charged over anti-Islam cartoon

 Published 9 years ago:  Jordanian writer Nahed Hattar was shot dead outside a court as he faced charges for sharing an anti-Islam cartoon, prompting outrage and debate.

All Pakistani shows may be banned on Indian television

All Pakistani shows may be banned on Indian television

 Published 9 years ago:  The future of Pakistani shows on Indian television is uncertain as Zindagi channel considers banning them after MNS's ultimatum to Pakistani artists.

Sheikh Rasheed says merit ignored in appointing PEMRA chairman

Sheikh Rasheed says merit ignored in appointing PEMRA chairman

 Published 9 years ago:  Sheikh Rasheed criticizes the appointment of Absar Alam as PEMRA chairman, claiming merit was overlooked in favor of loyalty.

FIA unearths illegal telephone gateway used for blackmailing journalists

FIA unearths illegal telephone gateway used for blackmailing journalists

 Published 9 years ago:  The FIA has uncovered an illegal telephone gateway used to blackmail journalists, leading to several arrests during a joint raid in Islamabad.

PFUJ demands reinstatement of sacked Tribune employees

PFUJ demands reinstatement of sacked Tribune employees

 Published 9 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the unlawful termination of 31 journalists from The Express Tribune and demands their immediate reinstatement.

PEMRA reminds TV channels: air only 10 percent foreign content daily

PEMRA reminds TV channels: air only 10 percent foreign content daily

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has reminded TV channels to limit foreign content to 10 percent daily, warning of fines and license cancellations for violations.

Tribune runs its first-ever front page editorial to highlight a 'grave situation'

Tribune runs its first-ever front page editorial to highlight a 'grave situation'

 Published 9 years ago:  The Express Tribune issues its first front page editorial addressing the critical tensions between India and Pakistan amid rising hostilities.

IFJ asks Iran to release two arrested journalists

IFJ asks Iran to release two arrested journalists

 Published 9 years ago:  The IFJ has condemned the arrest of two Iranian journalists and demands their immediate release from prison in Tehran amid corruption allegations.

PEMRA seeks explanation from Dunya News for airing objectionable content

PEMRA seeks explanation from Dunya News for airing objectionable content

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a notice to Dunya News for broadcasting objectionable content featuring anti-Pakistan slogans during its program 'On the Front'.

Unidentified gunmen intercept Aaj anchor Rana Mubashir's car

Unidentified gunmen intercept Aaj anchor Rana Mubashir's car

 Published 9 years ago:  Two gunmen intercepted Aaj TV anchor Rana Mubashir's car, searching for him, raising concerns for journalist safety in Pakistan.

Court declares Geo, The News boss Mir Shakilur Rehman absconder

Court declares Geo, The News boss Mir Shakilur Rehman absconder

 Published 9 years ago:  Mir Shakilur Rehman, owner of Geo News, has been declared an absconder by a Karachi court amid a private complaint regarding property disputes.

Express Tribune likely to end partnership with International New York Times

Express Tribune likely to end partnership with International New York Times

 Published 9 years ago:  The Express Tribune is set to end its partnership with the International New York Times, shifting focus to digital media.

PEMRA fines Roze TV for levelling 'baseless allegations' against Lok Virsa official

PEMRA fines Roze TV for levelling 'baseless allegations' against Lok Virsa official

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA imposes a fine on Roze TV for airing baseless allegations against Lok Virsa's Executive Director, Dr. Fouzia Saeed, demanding an apology.

PEMRA notice to Channel 24 for airing content against national interests

PEMRA notice to Channel 24 for airing content against national interests

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show cause notice to Channel 24 for airing content deemed against national interests regarding Gilgit Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.

Court orders unfreezing of all Axact accounts

Court orders unfreezing of all Axact accounts

 Published 9 years ago:  A Karachi court has ordered the unfreezing of Axact's accounts after the FIA failed to prove illegal money transfers, marking a significant win for the company.

Journalists' union condemns Express Tribune sackings

Journalists' union condemns Express Tribune sackings

 Published 9 years ago:  The Karachi Union of Journalists condemns the mass sackings at The Express Tribune, calling it a hostile act against dedicated journalists.

Indian journalist asked to leave Pakistan press briefing in New York

Indian journalist asked to leave Pakistan press briefing in New York

 Published 9 years ago:  An Indian journalist was removed from a press briefing in New York attended by Pakistan's Foreign Secretary amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan.

Lists of BOL staff to be called back being finalized, says Mubasher Lucman

Lists of BOL staff to be called back being finalized, says Mubasher Lucman

 Published 9 years ago:  Mubasher Lucman confirms that final lists for recalling BOL News staff are in progress as the channel aims to restructure operations.

Wholesale layoffs at Express Tribune

Wholesale layoffs at Express Tribune

 Published 9 years ago:  The Express Tribune has laid off approximately 30 employees across its city desks, impacting key editorial roles following a new editor's appointment.

Three US media groups sue FBI over hack of San Bernardino shooter's iPhone

Three US media groups sue FBI over hack of San Bernardino shooter's iPhone

 Published 9 years ago:  Three US media groups sue the FBI for details on its hack of the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone, raising privacy and encryption concerns.

Electronic media get flak for ignoring Mohmand mosque attack

Electronic media get flak for ignoring Mohmand mosque attack

 Published 9 years ago:  Rights activists criticize electronic media for failing to report on the devastating mosque attack in Mohmand Agency, highlighting selective coverage.

Survey highlights need for use of RTI, sunshine laws by journalists in Pakistan

Survey highlights need for use of RTI, sunshine laws by journalists in Pakistan

 Published 9 years ago:  A recent survey reveals that over 97% of journalists in Pakistan find official data inaccessible, yet 75.6% have never utilized RTI laws.

Journalist threatened in India after personal phone number shared

Journalist threatened in India after personal phone number shared

 Published 9 years ago:  Deepak Chaurasia, editor of India News TV, faces threats after his number was shared, prompting calls for action from journalist unions.

Draft regulatory bill threatens media freedom in Thailand

Draft regulatory bill threatens media freedom in Thailand

 Published 9 years ago:  A proposed regulatory bill in Thailand aims to create a national media regulator, raising concerns over press freedom and potential self-censorship.