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Awards for excellence in journalism

Awards for excellence in journalism

 Published 12 years ago:  The Agahi Awards for excellence in journalism recognized outstanding media professionals in various categories at the Pakistan National Council of Arts!

Attacks on journos threaten press freedom in Yemen: HRW

Attacks on journos threaten press freedom in Yemen: HRW

 Published 12 years ago:  Recent attacks on journalists in Yemen, including murders and harassment, threaten press freedom during a crucial democratic transition.

Tweet lands Capital TV staffer in trouble

Tweet lands Capital TV staffer in trouble

 Published 12 years ago:  Capital TV staff face scrutiny after tweeting about salary delays and organizational issues, leading to show cause notices from management.

Abb Takk invests Rs1b in new programing

Abb Takk invests Rs1b in new programing

 Published 12 years ago:  Abb Takk Television invests Rs1 billion in new programming, launching eight shows to enhance its competitive market position.

Javed not fired, says team member

Javed not fired, says team member

 Published 12 years ago:  A team member of Javed Chaudhry denies reports of his firing after a reported altercation with fellow anchor Shahzeb Khanzada.

Fahd back at Express News: reports

Fahd back at Express News: reports

 Published 12 years ago:  Fahd Hussain returns to Express News as Director News, following a vacancy since 2010, amidst channel competition.

Peshawar editor of Nai Baat quits

Peshawar editor of Nai Baat quits

 Published 12 years ago:  Sajjad Tarakzai, Peshawar Resident Editor of Daily Nai Baat, resigns due to salary disputes and halted fuel allowances for staff.

'Media freedom can't be left to media'

'Media freedom can't be left to media'

 Published 12 years ago:  Javed Jabbar emphasizes the need for a legislative framework for media self-regulation in Pakistan to ensure freedom and accountability.

FIR registered against Ash-Sharq editors

FIR registered against Ash-Sharq editors

 Published 12 years ago:  An FIR has been filed against the editors of Daily Ash-Sharq for issuing bounced cheques, leading to legal complications for the newspaper!

Times faces closure

Times faces closure

 Published 12 years ago:  The Express Media Group plans to close Times TV just three months after its launch due to financial constraints, with closure possible by September 15.

Friday Times reporter kidnapped, tortured in Karachi

Friday Times reporter kidnapped, tortured in Karachi

 Published 12 years ago:  Ali Chishti, a reporter for The Friday Times, was kidnapped and tortured in Karachi, highlighting dangers faced by journalists in Pakistan.

Six running for president in KhUJ polls

Six running for president in KhUJ polls

 Published 12 years ago:  Elections for the Khyber Union of Journalists are set with six candidates running for president and ten for general secretary on September 14.

Winners of Journalism Awards announced

Winners of Journalism Awards announced

 Published 12 years ago:  Columbia University announces the 2023 winners of the Maria Moors Cabot Prize, honoring journalists for their work in the Western Hemisphere.

BBC denies closing down Karachi office

BBC denies closing down Karachi office

 Published 12 years ago:  The BBC confirms that its Karachi office remains operational despite reports of threats and security concerns.

Four groups vie for cricket broadcast rights

Four groups vie for cricket broadcast rights

 Published 12 years ago:  Four media groups are competing for broadcasting rights for Pakistan's upcoming cricket series against South Africa and Sri Lanka in the UAE.

Case against ARY News withdrawn, says CM

Case against ARY News withdrawn, says CM

 Published 12 years ago:  Balochistan CM announces withdrawal of case against ARY News, clarifying it stemmed from a misunderstanding and no Supreme Court directive was issued.

BOL has Azhar Abbas on board

BOL has Azhar Abbas on board

 Published 12 years ago:  BOL News TV appoints Azhar Abbas as President and CEO, bringing extensive experience and commitment to enhancing journalism in Pakistan.

UNESCO boss condemns Razzak's murder

UNESCO boss condemns Razzak's murder

 Published 12 years ago:  UNESCO's Director-General condemns the murder of Abdul Razzak Baloch and urges Pakistan to investigate his death and related cases of journalist killings.

Case filed against ARY

Case filed against ARY

 Published 12 years ago:  Balochistan government has filed an Anti-Terrorism case against ARY News for airing attack footage, prompting protests from journalists' unions.

KUJ, PFUJ to oppose curbs on media

KUJ, PFUJ to oppose curbs on media

 Published 12 years ago:  The Karachi Union of Journalists resolves to resist media curbs imposed by the government and PEMRA at their annual general council meeting.

Tragic end: Abdul Razzak Baloch's body found in Karachi

Tragic end: Abdul Razzak Baloch's body found in Karachi

 Published 12 years ago:  The body of missing Baloch journalist Abdul Razzak Baloch has been found mutilated in Karachi, identified by his family, raising concerns about his abduction.

AP names Kennedy News Director for S. Asia

AP names Kennedy News Director for S. Asia

 Published 12 years ago:  The Associated Press has appointed Elizabeth Kennedy as South Asia news director, overseeing coverage from India to Bhutan.

One journalist murdered, another attacked

One journalist murdered, another attacked

 Published 12 years ago:  Guatemala investigates the murder of journalist Carlos Alberto Orellana Chávez, found dead a week after another journalist was shot in the same region.

Forty journos, support staff killed in 2013

Forty journos, support staff killed in 2013

 Published 12 years ago:  A report reveals that 40 journalists were killed in the first half of the year, with Syria being the deadliest country for media personnel.

RSF condemns attacks on Express, journo

RSF condemns attacks on Express, journo

 Published 12 years ago:  RSF condemns recent attacks on journalists in Pakistan, highlighting growing violence against the press and the need for thorough investigations.

SC admits petition against TV channels

SC admits petition against TV channels

 Published 12 years ago:  The Supreme Court will hear a petition against TV channels for irresponsible coverage during the August 15 gunman incident in Islamabad.

None of Sami's business

None of Sami's business

 Published 12 years ago:  Sami Ibrahim's controversial comments on Wasim Akram's personal life highlight the troubling trend in Pakistani media's sensationalism.

CPJ wants Express attack investigated

CPJ wants Express attack investigated

 Published 12 years ago:  CPJ calls for an immediate investigation into the armed attack on Express Media Group's Karachi offices, highlighting dangers faced by journalists in Pakistan.