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Government mulling insurance cover for journalists, NA told

Government mulling insurance cover for journalists, NA told

 Published 11 years ago:  The government is considering providing insurance cover to journalists, as revealed in the National Assembly by Minister Pervaiz Rasheed.

Court awards 26-year jail term to owner of Geo-Jang Group

Court awards 26-year jail term to owner of Geo-Jang Group

 Published 11 years ago:  An anti-terrorism court sentenced the owner of Geo-Jang Group to 26 years in prison for airing blasphemous content during a TV program.

Umar Cheema's investigative report among top 10

Umar Cheema's investigative report among top 10

 Published 11 years ago:  Umar Cheema's tax report on Pakistani lawmakers ranks among the top 10 impactful investigative reports in recent decades, highlighting journalism's role in societal.

Imran Khan meets Geo-Jang Group journalists

Imran Khan meets Geo-Jang Group journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  Imran Khan met with Geo-Jang Group journalists, discussing media policies and democratic roles while refusing to end the group's boycott.

Center to help traumatized journalists, but stigma attached

Center to help traumatized journalists, but stigma attached

 Published 11 years ago:  A newly opened trauma center in Peshawar aims to support Pakistani journalists facing psychological challenges from violence and stigma.

Veteran journalist Iqbal Riaz passes away

Veteran journalist Iqbal Riaz passes away

 Published 11 years ago:  Veteran journalist Iqbal Riaz has passed away in Peshawar after a long illness, leaving behind a legacy of over 65 years in print journalism.

Islamabad Police briefly arrest TV reporter

Islamabad Police briefly arrest TV reporter

 Published 11 years ago:  Islamabad Police briefly detained Jaag TV reporter Abid Rahi during a protest against load-shedding, leading to widespread condemnation.

NPC to decide on TV producers' membership

NPC to decide on TV producers' membership

 Published 11 years ago:  The National Press Club's committee will determine television producers' membership, led by Hamid Mir, and submit recommendations soon.

Matiullah objects to press club voters list

Matiullah objects to press club voters list

 Published 11 years ago:  Senior journalist Matiullah Jan raises objections to the National Press Club's voters list, calling for scrutiny of over a thousand entries.

IFJ backs legal challenge by journos over police surveillance

IFJ backs legal challenge by journos over police surveillance

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ supports journalists in a legal challenge against police surveillance, asserting their right to privacy and lawful journalistic activities.

Imran Khan to meet Geo-Jang Group journalists

Imran Khan to meet Geo-Jang Group journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  Imran Khan is set to meet journalists from Geo-Jang Group for tea to discuss issues and rectify misconceptions next week at his residence.

Sins of the crime reporter

Sins of the crime reporter

 Published 11 years ago:  Crime reporting in Pakistan remains stagnant, plagued by vague details and lack of investigative depth despite public interest in the subject.

NBC makes the move, joins BOL

NBC makes the move, joins BOL

 Published 11 years ago:  Nasir Baig Chughtai resigns from Abb Takk and joins BOL News as Senior Executive Vice President, marking a significant shift in Pakistani media.

Shahzeb Khanzada leaving Express News to join Geo

Shahzeb Khanzada leaving Express News to join Geo

 Published 11 years ago:  Shahzeb Khanzada is leaving Express News to join Geo, continuing his show until December 15 before starting with Geo on January 1.

Arshad Sharif serves Rs20 billion legal notice on Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri

Arshad Sharif serves Rs20 billion legal notice on Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri

 Published 11 years ago:  Arshad Sharif has issued a Rs20 billion legal notice to Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri for press intimidation and harassment, claiming constitutional violations.

Mati smells a rat in NPC fee collection

Mati smells a rat in NPC fee collection

 Published 11 years ago:  Matiullah Jan raises concerns over illegal NPC fee collection practices and lack of payment receipts for new membership applicants.

Press Club's voter scrutiny, new membership procedure questioned

Press Club's voter scrutiny, new membership procedure questioned

 Published 11 years ago:  Matiullah Jan questions the National Press Club's voter scrutiny and membership process amid concerns over professionalism and transparency.

Day of Remembrance for media persons killed

Day of Remembrance for media persons killed

 Published 11 years ago:  The Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists commemorated media persons killed in Pakistan with a candlelight vigil, calling for justice.

Imran Khan stirs up a hornet's nest

Imran Khan stirs up a hornet's nest

 Published 11 years ago:  Imran Khan's claims of government funding to media houses spark outrage among journalists, prompting demands for proof and potential protests.

Mubasher back on air after tendering apology in court

Mubasher back on air after tendering apology in court

 Published 11 years ago:  Mubasher Lucman returns to television after a Lahore High Court ruling, having apologized for previous remarks about the judiciary.

Anchor Adil says he resigned from Abb Takk

Anchor Adil says he resigned from Abb Takk

 Published 11 years ago:  Anchor Adil Abbasi clarifies his resignation from Abb Takk, citing poor media management practices as his reason for leaving.

The good doctor returns to the good channel!

The good doctor returns to the good channel!

 Published 11 years ago:  Dr. Aamir Liaquat returns to Geo Television to host the new morning show Subh-e-Pakistan starting November 19 after controversy and a brief departure.

ARY News appoints Jahanzaib Ali as Washington Bureau Chief

ARY News appoints Jahanzaib Ali as Washington Bureau Chief

 Published 11 years ago:  ARY News has appointed Jahanzaib Ali as Washington Bureau Chief, bringing a wealth of experience and a keen journalistic perspective to the role.

PTI chairman praises Mubasher for exposing corruption of the mighty

PTI chairman praises Mubasher for exposing corruption of the mighty

 Published 11 years ago:  Imran Khan commends Mubasher Lucman for exposing corruption among top leaders during a political gathering in Nankana, whilst facing restrictions himself.

Imran renews call for boycott of Geo-Jang

Imran renews call for boycott of Geo-Jang

 Published 11 years ago:  Imran Khan has renewed his call for a boycott of Geo and Jang Group, accusing owner Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman of blackmailing tactics.

A bill calling for rapid resolution of journalistic problems

A bill calling for rapid resolution of journalistic problems

 Published 11 years ago:  A draft bill proposes the establishment of a National Press Council to address journalist issues and protect reporters' rights in Pakistan.

Safety first: BOL unveils armored DSNGs

Safety first: BOL unveils armored DSNGs

 Published 11 years ago:  BOL Television has launched advanced armored DSNG vans, revolutionizing outdoor broadcasting in Pakistan with cutting-edge technology and safety features.

Murders of journalists continue as Pakistan earns unwanted distinction

Murders of journalists continue as Pakistan earns unwanted distinction

 Published 11 years ago:  The brutal killing of journalist Jewan Arain in Sindh highlights Pakistan's alarming status as a deadly country for media professionals.