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IFJ on BOL: Government directives act as form of censorship
Published 10 years ago: The IFJ and PFUJ condemn government directives limiting BOL News TV, citing censorship concerns and potential job loss for journalists.
PFUJ to discuss 'burning issues' in Lahore FEC
Published 10 years ago: PFUJ's Federal Executive Council will meet in Lahore to address pressing media issues, including job losses and contract labor challenges.
Producers ditch Kamran Khan, rejoin Geo
Published 10 years ago: Three senior executive producers have left Kamran Khan to rejoin Geo News with lucrative offers amidst the latter's resignation over controversy.
Restore BOL transmission: PFUJ gives 48-hour deadline to PEMRA, government
Published 10 years ago: PFUJ has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to PEMRA and the government to restore BOL News transmission, threatening nationwide protests if unheeded.
PEMRA publishes list of media owners
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA has released a comprehensive list of private television channels and their owners, following a Supreme Court directive for transparency.
Ambassador Lodhi calls for stepping up efforts to protect journalists
Published 10 years ago: Pakistan's Ambassador Lodhi urges stronger efforts to protect journalists, highlighting rising violence and the need for accountability in conflict zones.
ARY apologises to Prime Minister's advisor, ditches Lucman
Published 10 years ago: ARY News has issued an apology to Prime Minister's advisor Shujat Azeem after inaccuracies aired in programs by Mubasher Lucman.
Government tells PEMRA to block BOL transmission
Published 10 years ago: The Federal Information Ministry has directed PEMRA to block BOL News transmission until investigations into Axact's alleged diploma scam are concluded.
Court rejects Axact plea seeking compensation from PEMRA, FIA
Published 10 years ago: The Sindh High Court has dismissed Axact's plea for Rs200 million in compensation from PEMRA and FIA over alleged defamatory news coverage.
UN demands action for crimes against journalists
Published 10 years ago: The U.N. Security Council urges nations to ensure accountability for crimes against journalists, addressing growing threats and impunity.
Profiles of heavyweights-turned-weaklings still on BOL website
Published 10 years ago: BOL News retains profiles of journalists who left amid the Axact scandal, raising questions about accountability and ethics in journalism.
Journalists stand by BOL staff, says KPC president
Published 10 years ago: Journalists and civil society members protested in Karachi against conspiracies to block BOL News, expressing support for its staff and management.
National Bank gifts 10 computers, printer to NPC
Published 10 years ago: National Bank of Pakistan donated 10 computers and a printer to the National Press Club to support journalists' welfare and facilities.
IHC dismisses government petition to restrain PEMRA chief
Published 10 years ago: The Islamabad High Court has dismissed the government's petition to prevent Chaudhry Rashid Ahmed from resuming his role as PEMRA chief.
Express Tribune kills another story
Published 10 years ago: The Express Tribune has removed a controversial story regarding Zulfiqar Mirza's claims after backlash from his family and the PPP leadership.
IFJ wants UN to investigate killings of two journalists in Yemen
Published 10 years ago: The IFJ calls on the UN to investigate the killings of two Yemeni journalists after their abduction by Houthis and subsequent bombing by coalition forces.
Axact-BOL boss Shoaib Shaikh taken into custody
Published 10 years ago: Shoaib Ahmed Sheikh, Axact-BOL CEO, arrested by FIA amidst investigations involving a large cache of fake degrees found at the company office.
Journalists threatened for reporting on Cybercrime Bill
Published 10 years ago: Journalists in Islamabad face threats from the government for reporting on the Cybercrime Bill, raising concerns over press freedom in Pakistan.
FBR serves notice on BOL News
Published 10 years ago: The FBR has issued a notice to BOL News regarding alleged illegal import of machinery and unpaid duties.
Court reinstates Chaudhry Rashid as chairman PEMRA
Published 10 years ago: The Islamabad High Court has reinstated Chaudhry Rashid as chairman of PEMRA, following his earlier dismissal by President Mamnoon Hussain.
Journalist writes to NAB, FIA: Probe all media houses
Published 10 years ago: Journalist Azmat Malik requests NAB and FIA to investigate income sources of media houses to uphold integrity and transparency in the industry.
As fat cats leave Mubasher Lucman joins BOL News
Published 10 years ago: Mubasher Lucman joins BOL News following the resignation of several senior journalists amidst a scandal, marking a significant shift in the media landscape.
Resignations at BOL: Conscience or opportunity?
Published 10 years ago: Recent resignations at BOL raise questions about journalistic integrity in Pakistan's media landscape amid accusations of opportunism.
BOL captain Azhar Abbas, four others resign
Published 10 years ago: Top BOL executives, including CEO Azhar Abbas, resign in response to the ongoing Axact scandal, marking a significant shift for the media group.
Stop using anonymous sources in stories, Interior Minister tells journalists
Published 10 years ago: Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar urges journalists to refrain from using anonymous sources in reporting on the Axact scam to protect investigations.
Masked cops thrash journalists in Karachi
Published 10 years ago: Masked police personnel attacked journalists outside the Sindh High Court in Karachi while they were covering a high-profile court appearance.
Big blow to BOL: Kamran Khan quits
Published 10 years ago: Kamran Khan resigns from BOL News amid controversies regarding Axact's alleged fraudulent activities, prioritizing his conscience over his position.
Parliamentary panel defers passage of cybercrime bill
Published 10 years ago: The parliamentary committee has postponed the review of the controversial Prevention of Electronic Crimes Bill 2015 due to unresolved issues.

