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.
Speakers call for empowering PEMRA; say institution for training journalists needed
Published 10 years ago: Senior journalists advocate for empowering PEMRA and establishing a training institution to enhance journalistic standards in Pakistan.
Pique print edition closes
Published 10 years ago: Sheikh Waqqas Akram has closed the print edition of Pique and launched a quarterly magazine, Pique Defence Review, focused on security and defense.
Samaa appoints Khalid Azim as Islamabad Bureau Chief
Published 10 years ago: Khalid Azim has been appointed as the new Islamabad Bureau Chief of Samaa TV, filling a vacant position after Ibrahim Raja's departure.
University helps traumatized journalists
Published 10 years ago: A team in Pakistan is addressing the stigma of mental health to support journalists traumatized by their coverage of terrorist attacks.
PTI ends boycott of Geo News
Published 10 years ago: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has officially ended its boycott of Geo News after eight-and-a-half months, as confirmed by central leader Shafqat Mahmood.
PEMRA directed to act against TV channels showing live cricket feed illegally
Published 10 years ago: The Senate committee has urged PEMRA to take action against channels illegally airing cricket feeds under the guise of discussions.
Quetta Press Club receives threatening letter
Published 10 years ago: Quetta Press Club received a threatening letter from Fidayan-e-Islam, demanding a ban on Christian members and warning of a potential bombing.
PM Nawaz says media should forget ratings for two years
Published 10 years ago: PM Nawaz Sharif calls for media responsibility during critical times, urging channels to prioritize ethics over ratings for two years.
Malik Riaz announces Rs10m for Karachi Press Club
Published 10 years ago: Malik Riaz has pledged Rs10 million to the Karachi Press Club for the welfare of journalists and their families amid ongoing challenges.
Egypt frees two Al Jazeera journalists on bail
Published 10 years ago: Two Al Jazeera journalists jailed in Egypt for aiding terrorism were released on bail after over 400 days, but the case remains pending.
Pakistan ranked 159 out of 180 on media freedom index
Published 10 years ago: Pakistan ranks 159 out of 180 countries on the media freedom index, reflecting a significant decline in press freedom due to extremist influences.
IFJ organizes trauma trainings for journalists in Gaza
Published 10 years ago: IFJ and PJS conduct trauma training for journalists in Gaza to manage stress after recent conflicts. Emphasis on personal experiences and coping techniques.
Pakistani journalists attend Istanbul workshop, say they have full freedom
Published 10 years ago: Pakistani journalists affirm their complete media freedom at a workshop in Istanbul, highlighting ability to criticize powerful institutions.
Muneef, Naveed to co-host Media Trial on 92 News
Published 10 years ago: Nasir Muneef and Khawaja Naveed have launched 'Media Trial' on 92 News to address important societal issues in Pakistan.
92 News formally launched
Published 10 years ago: 92 News, Pakistan's first High Definition news channel, launched in Lahore with notable journalists and congratulatory messages from leaders.
Freed Australian Greste vows to remain a correspondent
Published 10 years ago: Peter Greste returns to Australia after 400 days in Egyptian prison, vowing to continue as a foreign correspondent upon his emotional homecoming.
Fox News posts Jordanian pilot execution video on website
Published 10 years ago: Fox News showcased graphic footage of Jordanian pilot Maaz al-Kassasbeh's execution by ISIS, sparking global outrage and debate over media ethics.
Politics main topic in TV talks shows: survey
Published 10 years ago: A recent survey reveals that political topics dominated TV talk shows in December 2014, with PMLN receiving the most airtime.
Media organizations should train journalists to work in war zones: Ziauddin
Published 10 years ago: Ziauddin urges media organizations to train journalists for war zones in Pakistan, highlighting the lack of trained correspondents amid rising violence.
Murdered Japanese journalist's peace tweet goes viral
Published 10 years ago: The tweet of murdered journalist Kenji Goto on calmness has sparked widespread emotion and reflection in Japan following his tragic killing by IS militants.
Egypt could free jailed journalist Fahmy within hours: Al Jazeera
Published 10 years ago: Egypt may release journalist Mohamed Fahmy shortly, following the recent release of his colleague Peter Greste, according to Al Jazeera.
UNESCO launches Women Make the News
Published 10 years ago: UNESCO launches Women Make the News 2015 to promote gender equality in the media industry by collaborating with the Global Alliance on Media and Gender.
Sajjad Haider re-elected RIPJA President
Published 10 years ago: Sajjad Haider has been re-elected as the president of the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Photo Journalists Association for the 11th time, focusing on welfare and support for.
RIUJ forms committee after threats to Hamid Mir, two others
Published 10 years ago: The RIUJ has formed a committee to address threats against journalists, including Hamid Mir, emphasizing the importance of press freedom.
Freed reporter Greste vows to fight for colleagues still in Cairo jail
Published 10 years ago: Freed journalist Peter Greste pledges to advocate for his colleagues still imprisoned in Egypt following his release after over 400 days in jail.
Saudi billionaire's news channel off air hours after launch
Published 10 years ago: Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal's Alarab News Channel halted broadcasting shortly after its launch due to technical and administrative issues.
Talat reconnects with The News
Published 10 years ago: Syed Talat Hussain rejoined The News, emphasizing the need for a national agenda and responsible media engagement in his latest article.
Egypt frees jailed Al Jazeera journalist Peter Greste
Published 10 years ago: Al Jazeera journalist Peter Greste has been released from a Cairo jail after 400 days, raising concerns over the fate of his colleagues.

