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VOA journalists beaten in Pakistan and Iraq

VOA journalists beaten in Pakistan and Iraq

 Published 10 years ago:  VOA journalists faced violence and harassment in Pakistan and Iraq while covering their assignments, drawing condemnation from the international community.

Journo whose RTI query accused ministry of religious discrimination arrested

Journo whose RTI query accused ministry of religious discrimination arrested

 Published 10 years ago:  Delhi Police arrest journalist Pushp Sharma for allegedly fabricating an RTI reply about discrimination against Muslims in yoga trainer recruitment.

PFUJ Unification Committee sets July 24 as tentative date for polls

PFUJ Unification Committee sets July 24 as tentative date for polls

 Published 10 years ago:  The PFUJ Unification Committee has announced tentative dates for the next BDM and elections, aiming for unity among journalists in Pakistan.

Journalist who reported on corruption shot dead in India

Journalist who reported on corruption shot dead in India

 Published 10 years ago:  A journalist known for reporting on corruption was shot dead in Jharkhand, India, prompting calls for justice from media organizations.

Court fines journalist Umar Cheema in defamation suit

Court fines journalist Umar Cheema in defamation suit

 Published 10 years ago:  Journalist Umar Cheema has been fined Rs1 million in a defamation suit filed by former FIA Director Dr. Fashiuddin in Peshawar court.

Journalist gunned down in Lodhran

Journalist gunned down in Lodhran

 Published 10 years ago:  A journalist was shot dead in Lodhran, Punjab, after supporting a couple who married for love, highlighting ongoing violence against media professionals.

CPJ launches SecureDrop anonymous submission system

CPJ launches SecureDrop anonymous submission system

 Published 10 years ago:  The CPJ has launched SecureDrop, an anonymous submission system for journalists to report press freedom violations safely and securely.

Nasir Zaidi and his group: They stood up to a dictator

Nasir Zaidi and his group: They stood up to a dictator

 Published 10 years ago:  Nasir Zaidi and fellow journalists faced severe repression during Zia-ul-Haq's regime, symbolizing the struggle for media freedom in Pakistan.

Anchor's remarks land Channel 24 in seeming trouble

Anchor's remarks land Channel 24 in seeming trouble

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA issued a show cause notice to Channel 24 after anchor Mubasher Luqman's comments regarding the Chief Justice's son sparked controversy.

Dawn and Express Media Groups among 63 finalists for Data Journalism Awards

Dawn and Express Media Groups among 63 finalists for Data Journalism Awards

 Published 10 years ago:  Dawn and Express Tribune are among 63 finalists for the Global Editors Network's Data Journalism Awards, showcasing impactful projects in journalism.

PEMRA slaps Rs100,000 fine on Neo TV

PEMRA slaps Rs100,000 fine on Neo TV

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA fines Neo Television Rs100,000 for broadcasting objectionable remarks by Qandeel Baloch, threatening license suspension if not complied.

Panama Papers firm threatens to sue ICIJ unless it stops publishing data

Panama Papers firm threatens to sue ICIJ unless it stops publishing data

 Published 10 years ago:  Mossack Fonseca threatens legal action against the ICIJ for publishing data from leaked Panama Papers, claiming data was hacked and contains errors.

Report claiming bias in Facebook 'trending' topics sparks social media outcry

Report claiming bias in Facebook 'trending' topics sparks social media outcry

 Published 10 years ago:  A report reveals Facebook has allegedly suppressed conservative stories from its trending topics, leading to widespread social media backlash.

Indian journalist dies in suspicious circumstances

Indian journalist dies in suspicious circumstances

 Published 10 years ago:  The death of journalist Pooja Tiwari in Faridabad raises concerns over safety and the need for a transparent investigation into her suspicious circumstances.

Journalism group publishes Panama Papers database

Journalism group publishes Panama Papers database

 Published 10 years ago:  The ICIJ has published a database revealing thousands of offshore companies linked to the Panama Papers, highlighting tax evasion and corruption issues.

BBC crew detained, expelled from North Korea

BBC crew detained, expelled from North Korea

 Published 10 years ago:  The BBC crew was detained and expelled from North Korea while covering a research trip with Nobel laureates, raising concerns over press freedom!

Rights activist and journalist Khurram Zaki shot dead in Karachi

Rights activist and journalist Khurram Zaki shot dead in Karachi

 Published 10 years ago:  Khurram Zaki, a prominent rights activist and journalist known for his anti-Taliban stance, was shot dead in Karachi late Saturday night.

PPP-backed Musawaat set for major revamp

PPP-backed Musawaat set for major revamp

 Published 10 years ago:  The PPP-backed Daily Musawaat is set for a major revamp under the leadership of new editor Khalid Chaudhry, following a significant transition.

Turkish journalists jailed for five years, hours after courthouse attack

Turkish journalists jailed for five years, hours after courthouse attack

 Published 10 years ago:  Two Turkish journalists were sentenced to prison for revealing state secrets, following a shooting attempt outside the courthouse in Istanbul.

PEMRA likely to fine Channel 92 Rs500,000 for 'irresponsible reporting'

PEMRA likely to fine Channel 92 Rs500,000 for 'irresponsible reporting'

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA has recommended a Rs500,000 fine for Channel 92 due to unverified reporting as confirmed by their Council of Complaints in Karachi.

Journalists in Lahore protest fake cases against colleagues

Journalists in Lahore protest fake cases against colleagues

 Published 10 years ago:  Journalists in Lahore protest at Punjab Assembly against fake cases filed by police targeting 92 News anchor and other media personnel.

IFJ criticizes harassment and arrest of Pakistani journalists

IFJ criticizes harassment and arrest of Pakistani journalists

 Published 10 years ago:  The IFJ and PFUJ condemn the harassment and arrest of journalists in Pakistan, demanding immediate action and protection for media professionals.

'Not your living quarters' - Supreme Court orders FIA to vacate Axact offices

'Not your living quarters' - Supreme Court orders FIA to vacate Axact offices

 Published 10 years ago:  The Supreme Court of Pakistan has demanded the FIA vacate Axact's offices within one month amid ongoing investigations and frozen accounts.

Daniel Pearl Foundation pays tributes to journalist Aoun Sahi

Daniel Pearl Foundation pays tributes to journalist Aoun Sahi

 Published 10 years ago:  The Daniel Pearl Foundation honors journalist Aoun Sahi, who contributed to the Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage of the San Bernardino shooting.

BOL Signature Campaign gains momentum

BOL Signature Campaign gains momentum

 Published 10 years ago:  BOL Signature Campaign gains traction in Lahore as journalists unite for the restoration of BOL TV and solidarity with affected media workers.

Balochistan's first Urdu online newspaper launched

Balochistan's first Urdu online newspaper launched

 Published 10 years ago:  Haal Hawal, Balochistan's first Urdu online newspaper, was launched at the Quetta Press Club with a focus on provincial journalism.

BOL management committee rejects PPF's Press Freedom Report

BOL management committee rejects PPF's Press Freedom Report

 Published 10 years ago:  BOL management committee rejects the Pakistan Press Foundation's report for allegedly omitting crucial issues regarding press freedom in Pakistan.

BOL gets big backing in Peshawar

BOL gets big backing in Peshawar

 Published 10 years ago:  BOL's freedom caravan arrives in Peshawar, with support from journalists and activists calling for the lifting of the media group's ban.