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SC to indict ARY boss and program host

SC to indict ARY boss and program host

 Published 11 years ago:  The Supreme Court has decided to indict ARY Television's Salman Iqbal and Mubashir Lucman for airing defamatory content against the judiciary.

IFJ appalled by brutal murder of Iraqi journalist by IS Group

IFJ appalled by brutal murder of Iraqi journalist by IS Group

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ condemns the brutal murder of Iraqi journalist Raad al-Azzawi by IS group, highlighting the dangers journalists face in conflict zones.

Arshad Sharif joins ARY News

Arshad Sharif joins ARY News

 Published 11 years ago:  Arshad Sharif has left Dunya Television to join ARY News, marking a notable change in the Pakistani media landscape.

Media watchdog deplores murders of two Pakistani journalists

Media watchdog deplores murders of two Pakistani journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ and PFUJ condemn the recent murders of two journalists in Pakistan, urging the government to enhance protections for media workers.

IFJ and EFJ condemn tear gas attack on BBC team in Northern Syria

IFJ and EFJ condemn tear gas attack on BBC team in Northern Syria

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ and EFJ strongly condemned the Turkish police's tear gas attack on a BBC team reporting protests on the Turkish-Syrian border.

Yaqoob Shehzad of Express News murdered in Hafizabad

Yaqoob Shehzad of Express News murdered in Hafizabad

 Published 11 years ago:  Yaqoob Shehzad, an Express News correspondent, was shot dead by gunmen in Hafizabad, raising concerns over journalist safety in Pakistan.

Zamir Haider parts ways with Dunya TV

Zamir Haider parts ways with Dunya TV

 Published 11 years ago:  Zamir Haider, Dunya TV's Islamabad Bureau Chief, has resigned, reportedly due to management differences, marking a setback for the channel.

BOL signs up Waseem Badami

BOL signs up Waseem Badami

 Published 11 years ago:  BOL Television has appointed Waseem Badami as executive vice president and senior anchor, promising a dynamic new chapter in journalism.

IFJ demands respect for media in Yemen

IFJ demands respect for media in Yemen

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ and YJS urge all factions in Yemen to respect media freedom, following the closure of 'Al Yemen El Yawm' TV for inciting rebellion.

Faizullah says he had no intention of entering Afghanistan

Faizullah says he had no intention of entering Afghanistan

 Published 11 years ago:  Faizullah Khan, an ARY News journalist, shares his frightening experience of being detained in Afghanistan for entering without valid papers.

Abb Takk Bureau Chief resigns

Abb Takk Bureau Chief resigns

 Published 11 years ago:  Farrukh Tanveer Malik resigns as Abb Takk Bureau Chief over media's role in political issues and concerns for underpaid workers.

Online abuse of women in Pakistan turns into real-world violence

Online abuse of women in Pakistan turns into real-world violence

 Published 11 years ago:  Online abuse of women in Pakistan is leading to real-world violence, highlighting urgent needs for social media companies to improve user protection.

PFUJ delegation welcomes Faizullah

PFUJ delegation welcomes Faizullah

 Published 11 years ago:  PFUJ delegation welcomes Faizullah Khan, a journalist freed from Afghan detention, in a heartfelt ceremony at Torkham border.

Afghanistan frees ARY journalist Faizullah

Afghanistan frees ARY journalist Faizullah

 Published 11 years ago:  Pakistani journalist Faizullah Khan, imprisoned in Afghanistan, has been released after serving time for entering without valid documents.

Millward Brown opens office in Karachi

Millward Brown opens office in Karachi

 Published 11 years ago:  Millward Brown has opened its new office in Karachi to better support local and global clients, led by Country Manager Noaman Asar.

US Senate approves $10m bounty on murderers of two journalists

US Senate approves $10m bounty on murderers of two journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  The US Senate has approved a $10 million bounty for information on the murderers of journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff, aiming for justice.

IFJ joins international condemnation of latest IS video

IFJ joins international condemnation of latest IS video

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ condemns the latest IS video featuring John Cantlie, emphasizing the need for urgent action to protect journalists in conflict zones.

Dr Aamir returning to Geo

Dr Aamir returning to Geo

 Published 11 years ago:  Dr Aamir Liaquat is set to return to Geo Television less than three months after leaving for Express News amidst preparations for his new program.

PFUJ threatens march if murderers of Quetta media persons not arrested

PFUJ threatens march if murderers of Quetta media persons not arrested

 Published 11 years ago:  PFUJ threatens a march in Balochistan if the government fails to arrest the murderers of three media persons, including journalists Irshad Mastoi and Ghulam Rasool.

Samaa cameraman beaten up by PTI workers

Samaa cameraman beaten up by PTI workers

 Published 11 years ago:  A Samaa Television cameraman was attacked by PTI activists during a protest, leading to condemnation from Imran Khan and calls for action.

Yet another attack on Geo Television

Yet another attack on Geo Television

 Published 11 years ago:  Geo Television offices in Islamabad were violently attacked by protesters, leading to concerns over media safety and security protocols.

Investigative Journalist Awards launched to encourage reporting on youth health issues

Investigative Journalist Awards launched to encourage reporting on youth health issues

 Published 11 years ago:  EHAD launches the 2014 Investigative Journalist Awards to promote media reporting on youth health issues across nine districts in Pakistan.

SC issues notices to Mubashir and ARY CEO for defaming judiciary

SC issues notices to Mubashir and ARY CEO for defaming judiciary

 Published 11 years ago:  The Supreme Court summons Mubashir Luqman and ARY CEO over judiciary defamation during a May 29 broadcast, highlighting media accountability.

Journalists rally for Geo

Journalists rally for Geo

 Published 11 years ago:  Journalists in Pakistan rallied for Geo Television following attacks on its offices, marking a significant moment for press freedom in the nation.

Geo offices attacked again

Geo offices attacked again

 Published 11 years ago:  Geo Television offices in Islamabad were attacked by protesters, causing extensive damage and highlighting ongoing threats to press freedom.

HRCP urges government to ensure journalists' security

HRCP urges government to ensure journalists' security

 Published 11 years ago:  The HRCP has called on the government to enhance security for journalists after threats against columnist Kamran Shafi and recent violence in the media community.

Geo's fresh attempt to vilify military: paper

Geo's fresh attempt to vilify military: paper

 Published 11 years ago:  The Geo/Jang Group's new campaign aims to undermine the military, raising questions about foreign influence and internal dissent.

Spokesman says Geo faces closure, points finger at ISI

Spokesman says Geo faces closure, points finger at ISI

 Published 11 years ago:  Geo TV faces imminent closure after a loss of Rs5 billion, with allegations against the ISI for its role in the shutdown.