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ARY anchor, colleagues wear black arm bands to protest ban on Dr. Shahid
Published 9 years ago: ARY News anchor Sami Ibrahim and colleagues protested PEMRA's ban on Dr. Shahid Masood by wearing black arm bands, highlighting freedom of expression issues.
Sindh High Court grants bail to Axact-BOL boss, 13 others
Published 9 years ago: The Sindh High Court has granted bail to Axact-BOL CEO Shoaib Ahmad Shaikh and 13 others in the fake degrees case after 15 months without charges.
PEMRA to start issuing DTH licenses from October
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA will begin issuing DTH licenses in October, promoting local culture and halting illegal Indian DTH services.
Bangladesh journalists could face 14 years in prison for refuting rumor
Published 9 years ago: Bangladeshi journalists face up to 14 years in prison for refusing a rumor about the prime minister's son, raising concerns for press freedom.
Draft bill to protect media persons to be tabled in NA soon: Speaker
Published 9 years ago: The Speaker of the National Assembly announced a draft bill to protect media personnel will be introduced soon following recent attacks in Quetta.
Egyptian press freedom advocate faces life in prison
Published 9 years ago: Award-winning Egyptian human rights defender Gamal Eid faces life imprisonment on trumped-up charges, raising concerns over press freedom in Egypt.
PEMRA's show cause notice to 7 News
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has issued a show cause notice to 7 News for allegedly firing staff unlawfully and failing to pay salaries, demanding a response by August 18.
Cybercrime law a setback to freedom of expression: IFJ
Published 9 years ago: The IFJ condemns the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Bill for threatening freedom of expression and calling for reconsideration by the Pakistan Parliament.
Parliament cedes control of internet in the name of national security: Dawn
Published 9 years ago: The Parliament passes the controversial Prevention of Electronic Crimes Bill, raising concerns over internet control and national security implications.
National Assembly Passes Prevention of Electronic Crimes Bill
Published 9 years ago: The National Assembly passes the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Bill-2016, addressing various cyber crimes and enhancing online safety.
Press freedom groups demand release of Bangladeshi journalist
Published 9 years ago: Press freedom organizations demand the immediate release of journalist Shafik Rehman, detained in Bangladesh for over three months without charge.
No justification in targeting civilians, media: UNESCO
Published 9 years ago: UNESCO condemned the terrorist attack in Quetta that killed over 70 people, stressing that violence against civilians is unjustifiable.
Indian journalist, magazine face criminal complaint for investigative report
Published 9 years ago: Indian authorities face backlash for criminal complaint against journalist Neha Dixit and magazine Outlook following an investigative report on child trafficking.
Banned Dr Masood says he named no names in his program
Published 9 years ago: Dr. Shahid Masood, recently banned for 45 days, insists he named no individuals in his critical program about the Sindh High Court's Chief Justice.
PEMRA explains why it banned Dr. Masood
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA banned Dr. Shahid Masood for 45 days due to unsubstantiated allegations against the Chief Justice, stirring political controversy.
Iranian journalist sentenced to three years in jail
Published 9 years ago: Prominent Iranian journalist Issa Saharkhiz was sentenced to three years in jail for insulting the Supreme Leader and propaganda against the state.
PEMRA Council recommends 45-day ban on Dr. Shahid Masood's program
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has recommended a 45-day ban on Dr. Shahid Masood's program on ARY News due to regulatory violations regarding Sindh High Court allegations.
PEMRA rejects Channel 24 action
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA has rejected Channel 24's dismissal of low-paid employees after a fine for airing anti-judiciary content, stating accountability is essential.
Seventh journalist killed in Yemen this year
Published 9 years ago: Mubarak al-Abadi, a journalist for Suhail TV, was killed in Yemen's Al-Jawf province, making him the seventh journalist killed this year.
NA Speaker seeks action against owners of TV channels, anchors, analysts
Published 9 years ago: NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq demands action against TV channel owners and analysts for defaming Parliament members with allegations and indecent language.
Quetta attack 'underlines extreme dangers journalists face in Pakistan': CPJ
Published 9 years ago: The recent Quetta attack highlights the severe risks faced by journalists in Pakistan, resulting in the deaths of two media professionals.
Najam Sethi's program fails to go on air
Published 9 years ago: Najam Sethi's Aapas Ki Baat was unexpectedly not aired on Geo TV following a tragic incident in Quetta, leading to speculation of censorship.
Bangladesh police detain three journalists
Published 9 years ago: Bangladesh police have detained three journalists following a raid on a news website over false death reports regarding the prime minister's son.
PFUJ Unification Committee announces agenda for Biennial Delegates Meeting
Published 9 years ago: PFUJ's Biennial Delegates Meeting agenda has been announced, set for August 25-27 in Peshawar, focusing on key issues within journalism.
DawnNews, Aaj cameramen among 70 killed in blast at Quetta Civil Hospital
Published 9 years ago: A devastating suicide bombing at Quetta's Civil Hospital kills at least 70, including DawnNews and Aaj cameramen, with TTP's Jamaat-ul-Ahrar claiming responsibility.
PFUJ polls: Deadline for filing nominations extended by two days
Published 9 years ago: The PFUJ Election Committee has extended the nomination filing deadline for PFUJ elections to August 9, ahead of the August 27 polling date.
PEMRA Council takes up a string of complaints, recommends fine on Geo
Published 9 years ago: PEMRA Council reviews complaints against several media channels and recommends a fine on Geo News for airing false reports about political figures.
Oman detains second journalist from Azamn newspaper
Published 9 years ago: Oman detains Zaher al-Abri, a journalist from Azamn newspaper, following the arrest of editor Ibrahim al-Maamari amid press freedom concerns.

