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Pakistan journo deaths steady at 7: CPJ

Pakistan journo deaths steady at 7: CPJ

 Published 13 years ago:  In 2012, Pakistan remained dangerous for journalists with seven fatalities, highlighting ongoing violence and lack of accountability, particularly in Balochistan.

Former Dunya news head joins Such

Former Dunya news head joins Such

 Published 13 years ago:  Nadeem Raza, former Director News at Dunya News, has joined Such TV as the new news head amidst management changes.

Roznama Dunya gears up for Capital launch

Roznama Dunya gears up for Capital launch

 Published 13 years ago:  Roznama Dunya is set to launch its Islamabad edition on December 24, ramping up operations under newly appointed editor Masood Malik.

The gender (un)wise club

The gender (un)wise club

 Published 13 years ago:  The recent National Press Club elections highlighted a lack of female representation among leadership positions, sparking important discussions.

The yearly visit and false promises

The yearly visit and false promises

 Published 13 years ago:  Every year, visiting journalists make empty promises during press club elections, but real journalist welfare issues remain unaddressed.

Journalist Panel in clean sweep

Journalist Panel in clean sweep

 Published 13 years ago:  Farooq Faisal Khan and Shahryar Khan re-elected as President and Secretary of the National Press Club, Islamabad, in a clean sweep election.

Roznama Dunya appoints resident editor

Roznama Dunya appoints resident editor

 Published 13 years ago:  Roznama Dunya has appointed Masood Malik as resident editor as it prepares to launch its Islamabad edition next week.

APNS bans Sindh government adverts

APNS bans Sindh government adverts

 Published 13 years ago:  APNS has banned the publication of Sindh government adverts due to unpaid dues exceeding Rs 400 million, undermining financial stability.

Online editor takes up OGRA job

Online editor takes up OGRA job

 Published 13 years ago:  Afzal Bajwa, former Online International News Network editor, joins OGRA as a media consultant after resigning on December 1.

Final list of candidates for NPC polls

Final list of candidates for NPC polls

 Published 13 years ago:  The National Press Club election committee has announced the final candidates for the December 17 polls in Islamabad.

The News scribe named Daniel Pearl fellow

The News scribe named Daniel Pearl fellow

 Published 13 years ago:  Khalid Khattak from The News wins the prestigious Daniel Pearl Fellowship, gaining a vital reporting experience at the Wall Street Journal.

Media mogul and banker Allbritton dies

Media mogul and banker Allbritton dies

 Published 13 years ago:  Media mogul Joe Lewis Allbritton, owner of Riggs National Bank and influential publications, passed away at 87 in Houston on Wednesday.

Apna hires news anchors

Apna hires news anchors

 Published 13 years ago:  Apna TV has recruited three notable news anchors, including Farah Yousuf and Mureed Abbas, for its upcoming Urdu news channel.

Unesco condemns attack that killed journo

Unesco condemns attack that killed journo

 Published 13 years ago:  UNESCO's Director-General condemns the bomb attack in Karachi that killed photojournalist Saqib Khan and three others, stressing journalists' safety.

Some cheer for Daily Times employees

Some cheer for Daily Times employees

 Published 13 years ago:  Daily Times management responds to employees' protests by clearing some salary arrears after two attempted self-immolation incidents in Islamabad.

Mati claims his panel's banners removed

Mati claims his panel's banners removed

 Published 13 years ago:  Matiullah Jan alleges removal of his panel's banners from the National Press Club, suspecting the rival Journalists' Panel behind the act.

IFJ supports protesting Daily Times staff

IFJ supports protesting Daily Times staff

 Published 13 years ago:  The IFJ expresses solidarity with Daily Times staff protesting after 11 months of unpaid salaries and alarming incidents of desperation.

Radio station says no wrongdoing in prank call

Radio station says no wrongdoing in prank call

 Published 13 years ago:  Australian radio station 2DayFM defends its actions following a tragic prank call that led to the suicide of a nurse at a London hospital.

Provisional list of candidates for NPC polls

Provisional list of candidates for NPC polls

 Published 13 years ago:  The election committee has released a provisional list of candidates for the National Press Club polls, detailing positions and nominees.

Gharida says she is still at Samaa

Gharida says she is still at Samaa

 Published 13 years ago:  Gharida Farooqi confirms she remains with Samaa TV despite offers from Apna TV's upcoming channel, clarifying rumors about her departure.

Daily Times duo attempts self-immolation

Daily Times duo attempts self-immolation

 Published 13 years ago:  Two Daily Times employees attempted self-immolation due to salary delays, sparking a staff strike in Islamabad.

Sindh most dangerous for journos: research

Sindh most dangerous for journos: research

 Published 13 years ago:  Sindh is identified as the most dangerous region for journalists in Pakistan, with 23 reported killings over the last 12 years.

Rohi terminates eight

Rohi terminates eight

 Published 13 years ago:  Rohi TV has terminated eight employees from its Islamabad office amid anticipated further layoffs following new management changes.

British TV astronomer Patrick Moore dies

British TV astronomer Patrick Moore dies

 Published 13 years ago:  Patrick Moore, the iconic British astronomer and presenter of 'The Sky at Night', has passed away at the age of 89, leaving a significant legacy.

Journalist fired for criticizing Punjab Government over security lapse

Journalist fired for criticizing Punjab Government over security lapse

 Published 13 years ago:  A journalist was fired for reporting a story critical of the Punjab government following a deadly security lapse during a Moharram procession.

Jehan Pakistan readies for Lahore start

Jehan Pakistan readies for Lahore start

 Published 13 years ago:  Jehan Pakistan newspaper launches in Lahore on December 10, expanding its reach after its initial Karachi debut last month.

Journalists threatened for reporting rape

Journalists threatened for reporting rape

 Published 13 years ago:  Journalists face death threats in Sindh for covering the rape case of a six-year-old Hindu girl, raising serious concerns for press freedom.

Journalist seeks stay on NPC elections

Journalist seeks stay on NPC elections

 Published 13 years ago:  A journalist petitions Islamabad High Court to stay the upcoming National Press Club elections for scrutiny of council member qualifications.