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Such TV office boy killed in Pindi attack

Such TV office boy killed in Pindi attack

 Published 13 years ago:  Chaudhry Mohsin, an office boy at Such TV, was killed in a suicide bomb attack during a Moharram procession in Rawalpindi that claimed 14 lives.

Journalists injured in Karachi blasts

Journalists injured in Karachi blasts

 Published 13 years ago:  Two bomb blasts in Karachi's Orangi Town injured several journalists and resulted in four fatalities, raising serious security concerns.

Israeli airstrikes kill three Palestine journos

Israeli airstrikes kill three Palestine journos

 Published 13 years ago:  Israeli airstrikes killed three Palestinian journalists in Gaza, drawing international attention amid ongoing conflict and escalating violence.

Apna prepares to launch Urdu channel

Apna prepares to launch Urdu channel

 Published 13 years ago:  Apna TV is set to launch a new Urdu news channel by the end of December 2013, expanding its media presence in Pakistan.

Former Imroze editor Shafqat dies

Former Imroze editor Shafqat dies

 Published 13 years ago:  Shafqat Tanveer Mirza, former Imroze editor, passed away in Lahore at the age of 80 after a battle with cancer.

Coulson and Brooks to be charged

Coulson and Brooks to be charged

 Published 13 years ago:  Andy Coulson and Rebekah Brooks face charges related to payments for private information, impacting David Cameron's reputation amidst a scandal.

Fahd set to join Capital TV

Fahd set to join Capital TV

 Published 13 years ago:  Fahd Hussain is leaving Waqt TV to join Capital TV as Chief Operating Officer, highlighting the common job changes among TV anchors.

Not my fault, Mubashir tells viewers

Not my fault, Mubashir tells viewers

 Published 13 years ago:  Rana Mubashir clarifies his non-involvement in controversial programs that angered the Shi'a community, addressing threats received thereafter.

CPJ calls for probe into Abid's murder

CPJ calls for probe into Abid's murder

 Published 13 years ago:  CPJ demands an investigation into Rehmatullah Abid's murder, a journalist killed in Balochistan, to ensure justice for media professionals.

Police hunt for journalist's killers

Police hunt for journalist's killers

 Published 13 years ago:  Police are pursuing the killers of Dunya TV reporter Rehmatullah Abid, shot dead in Panjgur amid rising violence against journalists in Balochistan.

Watchdog condemns Israel attack on media

Watchdog condemns Israel attack on media

 Published 13 years ago:  Reporters Without Borders condemns Israeli air strikes on media in Gaza, calling for an end to attacks that obstruct freedom of information.

Panjgur tragedy: Rehmatullah Abid of Dunya TV killed by unknown assailants

Panjgur tragedy: Rehmatullah Abid of Dunya TV killed by unknown assailants

 Published 13 years ago:  Rehmatullah Abid, a reporter for Dunya TV, was shot dead by unknown gunmen in Panjgur, Balochistan, marking a tragic loss for journalism in Pakistan.

Gaza journalists wounded in Israeli attack

Gaza journalists wounded in Israeli attack

 Published 13 years ago:  Israeli airstrikes on Gaza media buildings wounded eight journalists, raising concerns from press organizations amidst ongoing conflict.

Anchor lands NewsOne in trouble

Anchor lands NewsOne in trouble

 Published 13 years ago:  Shumaisa Rehman of NewsOne faces backlash after guest Khadim Hussain Dhilon insults the Shi'a community on air, leading to heightened security measures.

Cable operators black out six channels

Cable operators black out six channels

 Published 13 years ago:  Cable operators in Karachi have blacked out six entertainment channels, leading to a complaint by the Pakistan Broadcasters Association to PEMRA.

Journalist on assignment shot dead in Mexico

Journalist on assignment shot dead in Mexico

 Published 13 years ago:  A freelance journalist was shot dead in Puebla, Mexico, after investigating a gasoline theft and witnessing a violent standoff between soldiers and gunmen.

Bangash returns to Mashriq

Bangash returns to Mashriq

 Published 13 years ago:  Mumtaz Bangash has rejoined Daily Mashriq as chief reporter, aiming to improve the newspaper's reporting quality after recent staff dismissals.

Slain scribe's son finds Malik hard to meet

Slain scribe's son finds Malik hard to meet

 Published 13 years ago:  Haroon Siraj struggles to meet Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik regarding a presidential award for his late father, a journalist killed by the Taliban.

Ofcom probes BBC, ITV on abuse programs

Ofcom probes BBC, ITV on abuse programs

 Published 13 years ago:  Ofcom has launched investigations into BBC and ITV for airing child abuse allegations, following disciplinary actions by both broadcasters.

Ban on Dada Pota Show continues

Ban on Dada Pota Show continues

 Published 13 years ago:  The LCCI has suspended the Dada Pota Show on Radio FM 98.6 due to pressure from a media group owner following a critical analysis of their newspaper.

BBC marks 90th anniversary mired in doubt

BBC marks 90th anniversary mired in doubt

 Published 13 years ago:  The BBC commemorates its 90th anniversary amid scrutiny over past failures to report child abuse allegations against Jimmy Savile.

Journalist, playwright Asghar Butt dies

Journalist, playwright Asghar Butt dies

 Published 13 years ago:  Renowned journalist and playwright Asghar Butt passed away at 91 in Lahore after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy in journalism and drama.

More journalists chosen for US study tour

More journalists chosen for US study tour

 Published 13 years ago:  A new group of journalists has been selected for the US-Pakistan Journalists Exchange Program, enhancing skills through a month-long study tour in the U.S.

BBC news chief, deputy stepping aside

BBC news chief, deputy stepping aside

 Published 13 years ago:  The BBC's news chief and her deputy have been temporarily replaced amid fallout from a child abuse scandal that led to the director general's resignation.

Murdoch gleeful at BBC debacle

Murdoch gleeful at BBC debacle

 Published 13 years ago:  Rupert Murdoch expresses satisfaction over the BBC's management crisis, reflecting the declining public trust in the British media sector.

BBC must reform or die, says Trust chairman

BBC must reform or die, says Trust chairman

 Published 13 years ago:  The BBC faces radical changes to regain public trust after its director general resigned over false abuse allegations against a politician.

Geo reporter injured in Karachi violence

Geo reporter injured in Karachi violence

 Published 13 years ago:  Geo TV reporter Zille Hyder was injured during violent clashes in Karachi, while the city saw 10 additional fatalities on the same day.

Two journalists gunned down in Karachi

Two journalists gunned down in Karachi

 Published 13 years ago:  Two journalists were shot and killed in Karachi during a targeted attack, highlighting the city's rising violence against media professionals.