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Saifan Khan to host program Benaqaab on Abb Takk

Saifan Khan to host program Benaqaab on Abb Takk

 Published 11 years ago:  Saifan Khan will host the investigative program Benaqaab on Abb Takk, airing weekdays at 7pm, aiming to reveal hidden truths in current affairs.

Watchdog welcomes setting up of judicial tribunals to investigate journalist murders

Watchdog welcomes setting up of judicial tribunals to investigate journalist murders

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ supports the formation of judicial tribunals in Balochistan to investigate journalist murders and promote justice in the province.

Mubasher Lucman nominated central accused in anti-judiciary banners case

Mubasher Lucman nominated central accused in anti-judiciary banners case

 Published 11 years ago:  Mubasher Lucman has been nominated as the central accused in the anti-judiciary banners case following allegations of insulting a Supreme Court judge.

IFJ concerned over possible censorship of TV content in Pakistan

IFJ concerned over possible censorship of TV content in Pakistan

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ highlights concerns over potential amendments allowing censorship of TV content in Pakistan, undermining free press and democracy.

Security main topic of discussion in television talk shows: survey

Security main topic of discussion in television talk shows: survey

 Published 11 years ago:  In February 2015, security dominated discussions on talk shows, surpassing politics with 39% of airtime according to a Gallup Pakistan survey.

Learn from mistakes and move on, says journalist Najia Ashar

Learn from mistakes and move on, says journalist Najia Ashar

 Published 11 years ago:  Najia Ashar emphasizes the importance of learning from mistakes to achieve success as she develops a training model for journalists in the US.

NA speaker accuses media of creating rift between him and PTI

NA speaker accuses media of creating rift between him and PTI

 Published 11 years ago:  National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq blames media for creating rifts with PTI over resignations while urging responsible reporting.

Court bars Mir Shakil from selling his property

Court bars Mir Shakil from selling his property

 Published 11 years ago:  An anti-terrorism court bars Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman from selling his property until the blasphemy case verdict is announced.

Free access to Dawn.com for Mobilink users

Free access to Dawn.com for Mobilink users

 Published 11 years ago:  Mobilink users can now access Dawn.com without data charges, ensuring free news access via mobile browsers and apps starting April 4.

Unions want case against journalist quashed

Unions want case against journalist quashed

 Published 11 years ago:  Journalists unions demand quashing of a false case against Fida Khan, a reporter, filed by a CDA officer in Islamabad.

PFUJ demands release of Express Tribune journalist

PFUJ demands release of Express Tribune journalist

 Published 11 years ago:  The PFUJ calls for the immediate release of The Express Tribune journalist Nasru Minallah, detained by security agencies under concerning circumstances.

Senior journalist Asad Sahi passes away

Senior journalist Asad Sahi passes away

 Published 11 years ago:  Senior journalist Asad Sahi has passed away at the age of 48 due to a heart attack, leaving behind a grieving family and many colleagues.

Christian journalist injured in attack

Christian journalist injured in attack

 Published 11 years ago:  Christian journalist Shamim Masih was attacked in Islamabad, sparking condemnation from PCC President Nazir Bhatti over police inaction!

Paris supermarket hostages sue media over live coverage

Paris supermarket hostages sue media over live coverage

 Published 11 years ago:  Six hostages from the Paris supermarket attack are suing media outlets for endangering their lives by broadcasting their location live during the siege.

Sindh bans helicams

Sindh bans helicams

 Published 11 years ago:  The Sindh government has indefinitely banned drone cameras due to security concerns, citing risks of misuse for potential terrorist activities.

Malaysian cartoonist charged with 9 counts of sedition over critical tweets

Malaysian cartoonist charged with 9 counts of sedition over critical tweets

 Published 11 years ago:  Malaysian cartoonist Zunar faces nine sedition charges over tweets criticizing the judiciary amid a broader crackdown on free expression.

Daily Times sacks Islamabad resident editor, reporters

Daily Times sacks Islamabad resident editor, reporters

 Published 11 years ago:  Daily Times has dismissed its Islamabad resident editor and seven reporters following internal disputes and contract renewals.

Working Journalists Group sweeps Faisalabad Press Club elections

Working Journalists Group sweeps Faisalabad Press Club elections

 Published 11 years ago:  The Working Journalists Group has successfully won the Faisalabad Press Club elections, with Shahid Ali and Tahir Mahmood Khaliq taking key positions.

Court refers petition seeking ban on MQM chief to PEMRA

Court refers petition seeking ban on MQM chief to PEMRA

 Published 11 years ago:  Lahore High Court refers a petition to PEMRA seeking a ban on MQM chief Altaf Hussain's speeches due to his foreign nationality.

PM congratulates new APNS office-bearers

PM congratulates new APNS office-bearers

 Published 11 years ago:  Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif congratulates newly elected office-bearers of the All Pakistan Newspapers Society for their leadership roles.

PCB grants broadcasting rights to PTV and Ten Sports

PCB grants broadcasting rights to PTV and Ten Sports

 Published 11 years ago:  PCB grants broadcasting rights to PTV Sports and Ten Sports for five years to promote domestic cricket events in Pakistan.

Veteran journalist Najam Sethi set to become ICC President

Veteran journalist Najam Sethi set to become ICC President

 Published 11 years ago:  Najam Sethi, a prominent journalist, is set to become the new ICC President next week after Mustafa Kamal's resignation amid controversy.

Punjab government accepts demands of protesting journalists

Punjab government accepts demands of protesting journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  The Punjab government has agreed to the demands of protesting journalists after successful negotiations, ensuring housing and development support.

IFJ urges warring parties in Yemen to end attacks on journalists

IFJ urges warring parties in Yemen to end attacks on journalists

 Published 11 years ago:  The IFJ and YJS call on warring parties in Yemen to stop threats against journalists amid heightened violence and attacks on media freedom.

Bangladeshi blogger hacked to death

Bangladeshi blogger hacked to death

 Published 11 years ago:  A Bangladeshi blogger was hacked to death in Dhaka, highlighting ongoing violence against free speech in the country.

Morocco investigative journalist gets 10 months for adultery

Morocco investigative journalist gets 10 months for adultery

 Published 11 years ago:  A Moroccan journalist has been sentenced to 10 months in prison for adultery, raising concerns about press freedom and state repression.

Malaysian police arrest editors, executives of news portal

Malaysian police arrest editors, executives of news portal

 Published 11 years ago:  Malaysian police arrested editors and executives of The Malaysian Insider for sedition following a controversial report on Islamic law amendments.

PFUJ proposes code of conduct for media on reporting terrorism

PFUJ proposes code of conduct for media on reporting terrorism

 Published 11 years ago:  PFUJ has proposed a new code of conduct for media to ensure responsible reporting on terrorism and enhance journalist safety.