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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.

Information Minister goes wrong

Information Minister goes wrong

 Published 11 years ago:  Information Minister Pervaiz Rashid's remarks on reporter Jewan Arain's murder raise serious concerns over his understanding of appropriate language.

TV reporter gunned down in Khairpur; RIUJ protests killing

TV reporter gunned down in Khairpur; RIUJ protests killing

 Published 11 years ago:  Jewan Arain, a reporter for Dharti News Television, was shot dead in Khairpur, provoking protests from the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists.

Umar Cheema among speakers at Asian Investigative Journalism Conference

Umar Cheema among speakers at Asian Investigative Journalism Conference

 Published 11 years ago:  Umar Cheema will speak on corruption and legal tools at the First Asian Investigative Journalism Conference in Manila on November 23-24.

UN action plan on journalists' safety enters new phase

UN action plan on journalists' safety enters new phase

 Published 11 years ago:  The UN Plan of Action on Journalists' Safety enters a new phase, emphasizing global cooperation in safeguarding press freedom and ending impunity.

KUJ demands reinstatement of sacked journalists

KUJ demands reinstatement of sacked journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  KUJ demands the reinstatement of sacked journalists and announces plans for a campaign against impunity for crimes against journalists.

Network seeks urgent action to end impunity for crimes against journalists

Network seeks urgent action to end impunity for crimes against journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  The Freedom Network urges urgent government action to combat impunity for crimes against journalists in Pakistan amidst rising violence.

Dawn errs again

Dawn errs again

 Published 11 years ago:  Dawn clarifies reporting errors regarding Jamaat-i-Islami's Sirajul Haq, acknowledging misattributed quotes on PTI and regrets any distress caused.

BOL team building continues

BOL team building continues

 Published 11 years ago:  BOL Media Group continues its hiring efforts with Muhammad Usama Ghazi joining as Executive VP and Senior Anchorperson, boosting its media ambitions.

UN Day to End Impunity: Governments must protect media workers

UN Day to End Impunity: Governments must protect media workers

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ urges global governments to protect journalists as violence and impunity escalate, highlighting the urgent need for accountability.

By-line: A contentious issue

By-line: A contentious issue

 Published 11 years ago:  The article explores the contentious nature of by-lines in journalism, emphasizing that they should be earned through quality reporting.

U.S.- funded Journalism Training Center opens in Karachi next year

U.S.- funded Journalism Training Center opens in Karachi next year

 Published 11 years ago:  A U.S.-funded Journalism Training Center will open in Karachi next year, partnering with the Institute of Business Administration and Medill School.

A first step towards direct-to-home TV

A first step towards direct-to-home TV

 Published 11 years ago:  PEMRA has invited proposals for an international consultant to initiate direct-to-home TV licensing in Pakistan, promising improved coverage.

BOL plans big

BOL plans big

 Published 11 years ago:  BOL TV aims to revolutionize Pakistan's electronic media, projecting monthly earnings of Rs550 million with top industry talent onboard.

12 years on, still no code of conduct for media

12 years on, still no code of conduct for media

 Published 11 years ago:  MQM legislator Sheikh Salahuddin raises concerns over the delay in finalizing a media code of conduct, still at the committee stage after 12 years.

PFUJ demands apology from MQM for shutting down TV channels

PFUJ demands apology from MQM for shutting down TV channels

 Published 11 years ago:  PFUJ demands an apology from MQM for shutting down TV channels in Karachi, threatening nationwide protests if the demand is not met.

Kidnapped tribal journalist freed

Kidnapped tribal journalist freed

 Published 11 years ago:  Amirzada Wasal, a senior journalist abducted in Khyber, has been freed without injury after being kidnapped at gunpoint while returning home from work.

Former RIUJ president joins 92 News

Former RIUJ president joins 92 News

 Published 11 years ago:  Former RIUJ president Waqar Satti has joined 92 News as Senior Correspondent in Islamabad ahead of the channel's test transmission next month.

JI tables bill seeking protection for journalists

JI tables bill seeking protection for journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  Jamaat-e-Islami has introduced a bill in the National Assembly to enhance protection for journalists in Pakistan amid rising violence against media.

New TV ratings service launched

New TV ratings service launched

 Published 11 years ago:  Medialogic Pakistan launches a new TV ratings service covering 20 cities and over 1,000 households, utilizing advanced technology from Kantar Media UK.

BOL hiring continues, Asma taken on board

BOL hiring continues, Asma taken on board

 Published 11 years ago:  BOL Group has accelerated its hiring process with Asma Shirazi joining as Executive VP and Senior Anchorperson following her recent award.

Court frees suspect in Daniel Pearl murder

Court frees suspect in Daniel Pearl murder

 Published 11 years ago:  An Anti-Terrorism Court in Hyderabad has released Syed Hashim, a suspect in Daniel Pearl's murder, due to lack of evidence.

Asma dedicates award to 'unsung heroes' of Pakistani journalism

Asma dedicates award to 'unsung heroes' of Pakistani journalism

 Published 11 years ago:  Asma Shirazi, a pioneering Pakistani journalist, dedicates her award to the unsung heroes of journalism amid ongoing brutality against reporters in Pakistan.

Quest for quality PTV programs

Quest for quality PTV programs

 Published 11 years ago:  The PMLN's Shakila Luqman questioned the Minister on improving PTV's program quality amid competition, highlighting a seven-point improvement agenda.

JournalismPakistan: More to come...

JournalismPakistan: More to come...

 Published 11 years ago:  Journalism Pakistan celebrates five years of progress in media reporting and stands committed to continuous growth and unbiased journalism.

ARY News back on air

ARY News back on air

 Published 11 years ago:  ARY News resumed broadcasting after the Sindh High Court overturned a ban imposed by PEMRA just two days prior.

Another news channel on the horizon

Another news channel on the horizon

 Published 11 years ago:  92 News, Pakistan's first HD news channel, will launch this year, promoting health and education development while creating job opportunities.

PEMRA bans 'Khara Such'

PEMRA bans 'Khara Such'

 Published 11 years ago:  PEMRA has banned Mubashir Lucman's 'Khara Such' following Lahore High Court orders, restricting its airing until further notice.

BOL signs up another Geo heavyweight

BOL signs up another Geo heavyweight

 Published 11 years ago:  Iftikhar Ahmad joins BOL Group as Executive Vice President, marking a significant shift in Pakistan's media landscape.