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 Published 3 weeks ago:  Two journalists investigating corruption at a Madhya Pradesh RTO were assaulted on November 28, prompting strong condemnation from media unions and renewed calls for stronger journalist protections.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  An Algerian appeals court affirmed a 7-year prison sentence for French journalist Christophe Gleizes, drawing sharp international criticism and raising urgent concerns about press freedom under Algeria’s anti-terrorism laws.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Chinese photojournalist Du Bin has been detained for a third time amid a widening crackdown on independent media, raising fresh concerns about press freedom and state censorship in China.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Samaa Digital journalist Wajid Ali wins a British High Commission climate contest for his story on Pakistan’s street workers, blending faith perspectives with science to raise awareness.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  India has withdrawn its directive requiring all smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app after widespread criticism over privacy, surveillance, and press freedom concerns.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  The Rainforest Reporting Grant offers rolling, project-based funding for journalists covering tropical forests, biodiversity, Indigenous rights, and environmental issues across three global regions.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Prominent journalist issues warning over a fabricated deepfake video falsely claiming her Sky News interview featured a 2025 Pakistan-India war discussion, part of rising digital misinformation campaigns.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  The Fund for Investigative Journalism has opened its 2026 grant cycle, offering support for investigative reporters through regular, seed, follow-up, and diversity-focused grant programs.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  CPJ urges Kazakhstan to drop false information charges against Orda editor Gulnara Bazhkenova after police raids in Astana and Almaty and escalating pressure on independent media.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Myanmar’s military government has released two prominent journalists as part of a mass prisoner amnesty, raising cautious hopes and questions about press freedom ahead of the December 2025 election

 Published 3 weeks ago:  A new White House page on media bias has raised concerns from the Committee to Protect Journalists, which says the site undermines independent reporting and press freedom.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Pakistan has established an independent commission to protect journalists and media workers, aiming to strengthen press freedom, address threats, and improve welfare measures nationwide.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Algerian journalist Saad Bouakba was arrested in a crackdown on independent media, highlighting growing legal pressure on opinion writers and raising press freedom concerns.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  A UN media seminar in the Middle East stressed journalist safety, conflict reporting protocols, and cross-border verification as newsrooms face heightened risks covering Gaza and regional crises.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Hamid Mir addresses criticism of his views on press freedom as he highlights the arrest of young journalist Sohrab Barkat despite a court order permitting travel abroad.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  The White House launches a 'media offenders' tracker, naming US news outlets and reporters, raising concerns over press freedom, credibility, and government influence on journalism.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Floods sweeping Thailand and Indonesia in November 2025 have disrupted infrastructure, hampered news distribution, and challenged media coverage, underlining risks for disaster journalism and reporting access.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  The deadly Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong puts strain on newsrooms covering mass-casualty events, highlighting challenges in press access, verification, and reporter safety during chaotic disasters.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Veteran anchor Hamid Mir has publicly defended detained journalist Sohrab Barkat, questioning state actions after Barkat’s airport arrest and raising international concern over press freedoms in Pakistan.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Dr. Nauman Niaz owns the world's largest private sports memorabilia collection. From Bradman's bats to Ali's gloves, explore rare cricket and sports treasures.

 Published last month:  Tunisian commentator Sonia Dahmani is released after over a year in detention, raising questions on press freedom, remaining trials, and EU calls for journalist protections.

 Published last month:  As newsrooms move from text to video, journalists face new challenges in accuracy, ethics, and verification. Here is how the shift is reshaping journalism standards today.

 Published last month:  EU states back stronger rules to increase online visibility for independent journalism, aiming to protect media pluralism and safeguard access to reliable information across digital platforms.

 Published last month:  India’s Supreme Court urges the creation of an independent regulator and pre-screening rules for social media content, signaling major shifts in digital media oversight and compliance.

 Published last month:  A Turkish court has acquitted four journalists arrested during Istanbul’s 2025 protests, a rare legal win for press freedom but a warning about chronic risks for reporters covering demonstrations.

 Published last month:  Journalist Sohrab Barkatt was detained at Islamabad Airport despite a court order removing his name from the PNIL, raising concerns about rule-of-law gaps and media freedoms.

 Published last month:  AI-generated videos are rapidly transforming political communication, raising concerns over misinformation, verification challenges, and evolving regulatory responses across major digital platforms.

 Published last month:  GIJN has opened submissions for the 2026 Sigma Awards, inviting journalists worldwide to submit their best data journalism projects published in 2025.