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Welcome to our Newsroom, your one-stop destination for the latest stories meticulously curated and refined by our skilled sub-editors. This dynamic section features a diverse mix of news articles spanning some of our main categories, including Pakistan, World, Asia, Opportunities, and Women in Media. Stay updated with the most current and compelling stories, all in one place, as we bring you comprehensive coverage of the events and issues shaping the media world.

A senseless editorial decision

A senseless editorial decision

 Published 13 years ago:  The Nation's controversial decision to publish a photo of Bashir Ahmed Bilour after his fatal attack sparks outrage and raises ethical concerns.

Apna names Urdu channel Abb Tak News

Apna names Urdu channel Abb Tak News

 Published 13 years ago:  Apna Television has announced the name of its new Urdu channel Abb Tak News and unveiled its logo in Karachi, signaling its upcoming launch.

PTV English ready for New Year start

PTV English ready for New Year start

 Published 13 years ago:  PTV is set to launch a new English language channel in early January 2024, despite recent challenges faced by similar networks.

Another journalist killed in Balochistan

Another journalist killed in Balochistan

 Published 13 years ago:  Another journalist, Jamshed Kharal, was killed by unidentified gunmen in Balochistan, marking the fifth journalist death this year in the region.

Dawn great M.A. Majid dies

Dawn great M.A. Majid dies

 Published 13 years ago:  Eminent journalist M.A. Majid, a veteran of Dawn, passed away in Karachi at 79 after a long illness, leaving behind a legacy in journalism.

Journos honored for reporting on disasters

Journos honored for reporting on disasters

 Published 13 years ago:  Prominent journalists recognized for their exceptional reporting on disasters at a ceremony hosted by NDMA and the National Press Club!

Jehan Pakistan Islamabad launch in Jan

Jehan Pakistan Islamabad launch in Jan

 Published 13 years ago:  Jehan Pakistan plans to launch its Islamabad edition on January 1, following successful releases in Karachi and Lahore.

Two journalists attacked in N. Ireland

Two journalists attacked in N. Ireland

 Published 13 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists reports two assaults on journalists in Northern Ireland, raising concerns about press safety in the region.

Nai Baat turns 1

Nai Baat turns 1

 Published 13 years ago:  Daily Nai Baat, an Urdu-language newspaper, celebrates its first anniversary with an awards ceremony honoring exceptional contributions in journalism.

The News hires senior desk journalists

The News hires senior desk journalists

 Published 13 years ago:  The News strengthens its editorial team with the hiring of senior journalists Azhar Mailk and Hassan Shahzad for the news desk.

NBC journalist, crew escape abduction in Syria

NBC journalist, crew escape abduction in Syria

 Published 13 years ago:  NBC correspondent Richard Engel and his crew escaped after five days of captivity in Syria, where they faced threats from pro-regime gunmen.

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.