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Egg attack on Aleema Khan sparks outrage among journalists and politicians

Egg attack on Aleema Khan sparks outrage among journalists and politicians

 Published 2 months ago:  Journalists and politicians strongly condemn the egg attack on Aleema Khan, the sister of Imran Khan, calling it a shameful act that worsens Pakistan’s political divide.

DawnNews anchor skips PTI mention after egg thrown at Aleema Khan

DawnNews anchor skips PTI mention after egg thrown at Aleema Khan

 Published 2 months ago:  A DawnNews anchor avoided naming PTI while reporting an egg attack on Aleema Khan in Rawalpindi. PEMRA has denied any ban on Imran Khan’s name.

Sheikh Mohammad Naqi: Pakistan's legendary hockey commentator who became the voice of a nation

Sheikh Mohammad Naqi: Pakistan's legendary hockey commentator who became the voice of a nation

 Published 2 months ago:  Discover the extraordinary legacy of Sheikh Mohammad Naqi, Pakistan's legendary hockey commentator, who became the voice of a nation through his poetic Urdu commentary.

Russian court jails Ukrainian journalist Heorhiy Levchenko for 16 years

Russian court jails Ukrainian journalist Heorhiy Levchenko for 16 years

 Published 2 months ago:  CPJ calls on Russia to free Ukrainian journalist Heorhiy Levchenko, sentenced to 16 years in a penal colony in occupied Melitopol for “treason.”

Rizwan Razi apologizes after controversial V-log on Sindh triggers outrage

Rizwan Razi apologizes after controversial V-log on Sindh triggers outrage

 Published 2 months ago:  Journalist Razi Dada apologizes after a controversial V-log on Sindh sparked outrage. PTV terminated his contract as calls for accountability continue.

Punjab flood victim’s outburst on Geo News goes viral, sparks reactions

Punjab flood victim’s outburst on Geo News goes viral, sparks reactions

 Published 2 months ago:  A viral Geo News clip shows a Punjab flood victim using abusive words in frustration. The footage has sparked political debate, media controversy, and outrage.

Bangladesh detains journalist under anti-terrorism act during roundtable

Bangladesh detains journalist under anti-terrorism act during roundtable

 Published 2 months ago:  Bangladeshi journalist Monjurul Alam Panna has been arrested under the Anti-Terrorism Act. IFJ and BMSF demand his immediate release.

PFUJ remembers Nisar Osmani: 31 years on, his legacy for press freedom lives on

PFUJ remembers Nisar Osmani: 31 years on, his legacy for press freedom lives on

 Published 2 months ago:  PFUJ honors legendary journalist Nisar Osmani on his 31st death anniversary, remembering his fearless fight for press freedom and democratic rights in Pakistan.

Majid Khan: The majestic cricket legend who redefined elegant batting and broadcasting

Majid Khan: The majestic cricket legend who redefined elegant batting and broadcasting

 Published 2 months ago:  Discover the extraordinary story of Majid Khan, Pakistan's most elegant batsman known as Majestic Khan. From Test records to broadcasting legacy, explore cricket royalty.

Bogus case registered in ongoing harassment of journalist Furqan Rao

Bogus case registered in ongoing harassment of journalist Furqan Rao

 Published 2 months ago:  IFJ and PFUJ condemn APP’s case against journalist Furqan Rao, calling it a political vendetta. Unions demand withdrawal of the FIR and an end to harassment.

Rizwan Razi’s record under scrutiny after PTV suspension

Rizwan Razi’s record under scrutiny after PTV suspension

 Published 2 months ago:  Rizwan Razi’s career has been marked by FIA summons, a 2019 arrest, controversial remarks, and his suspension this month from PTV over comments on Sindh.

Shocking remarks against Sindhis: PTV suspends Rizwan Razi

Shocking remarks against Sindhis: PTV suspends Rizwan Razi

 Published 2 months ago:  PTV suspends journalist Rizwan Razi after his derogatory remarks against the Sindh people spark outrage. Viral video triggers political backlash in Pakistan.

IFJ hails union victory as Abb Takk News forced to pay staff's unpaid salaries

IFJ hails union victory as Abb Takk News forced to pay staff's unpaid salaries

 Published 2 months ago:  Abb Takk News staff win unpaid salary battle as RIUJ, PFUJ & IFJ intervene. A landmark union victory for Pakistan’s journalists and labor rights.

Veteran journalist Munawar Naqvi passes away at 74

Veteran journalist Munawar Naqvi passes away at 74

 Published 2 months ago:  Veteran journalist Munawar Naqvi, Resident Editor of Financial Daily International and a respected figure in Pakistani print media, passed away at 74.

Jamsheed Marker: The Parsee voice that defined Pakistan cricket and international diplomacy

Jamsheed Marker: The Parsee voice that defined Pakistan cricket and international diplomacy

 Published 2 months ago:  Jamsheed Marker, Pakistan's legendary cricket commentator and diplomat, served 30 years across 10 countries. Discover his remarkable dual legacy in sports and diplomacy.

BBC intensifies fight against fake channels in Pakistan as 'Bhai Bhai Channel' pleads for YouTube revival

BBC intensifies fight against fake channels in Pakistan as 'Bhai Bhai Channel' pleads for YouTube revival

 Published 2 months ago:  BBC strikes down fake Pakistani channels misusing its brand. Bhai Bhai Channel pleads for YouTube and TikTok revival after trademark infringement and brand misuse crackdown.

Fake 'BBC Urdu News Punjab TV' responds: 'Our BBC means Bhai Bhai Channel'

Fake 'BBC Urdu News Punjab TV' responds: 'Our BBC means Bhai Bhai Channel'

 Published 2 months ago:  A fake channel in Pakistan, calling itself BBC Urdu News Punjab TV, says its BBC means Bhai Bhai Channel. BBC Urdu had earlier issued a warning.

Veteran journalist Anwar Raza joins Public News as host of Public Pulse

Veteran journalist Anwar Raza joins Public News as host of Public Pulse

 Published 2 months ago:  Veteran journalist Anwar Raza, ex-NPC president, who brings 25 years of experience, joins Public News as host of Public Pulse with Saad Rasul and Amna Sheikh.

Jahangir Khan's rise from tragedy to squash immortality

Jahangir Khan's rise from tragedy to squash immortality

 Published 2 months ago:  Discover Jahangir Khan's incredible journey from a frail child to the greatest squash player ever, winning 555 consecutive matches and conquering the world.

BBC Urdu alerts audiences in Pakistan about unauthorized fake channel

BBC Urdu alerts audiences in Pakistan about unauthorized fake channel

 Published 2 months ago:  The BBC has disowned “BBC Urdu News Punjab TV,” warning it is unaffiliated. Audiences in Pakistan are urged to verify news only on official BBC platforms.

Khawar Ghumman rebukes Rizwan Razi over mockery of flood tragedy

Khawar Ghumman rebukes Rizwan Razi over mockery of flood tragedy

 Published 2 months ago:  Senior journalist Khawar Ghumman rebukes Rizwan Razi for mocking his flood-related tweet, highlighting personal losses in Sialkot’s Majra Kalan village.

Sohail Warraich denies AI-generated video targeting Field Marshal Asim Munir

Sohail Warraich denies AI-generated video targeting Field Marshal Asim Munir

 Published 2 months ago:  Sohail Warraich has denied a viral AI-generated video targeting Field Marshal Asim Munir as “fake and fabricated,” sparking debate on fake news in Pakistan.

Russian strikes on Ukraine damage three media outlets

Russian strikes on Ukraine damage three media outlets

 Published 2 months ago:  Russian strikes on Ukraine damaged media offices in Kyiv and Dnipro, killing 18 people. Journalists escaped injury as CPJ condemned attacks on press freedom.

PNP launches Letter of Excellence Awards to honor journalism interns

PNP launches Letter of Excellence Awards to honor journalism interns

 Published 2 months ago:  Press Network of Pakistan launches the PNP Letter of Excellence Awards to honor interns for impactful Letters to the Editor in national newspapers.

The tragic story of Wasim Raja: Cricket's charismatic genius who died playing the game he loved

The tragic story of Wasim Raja: Cricket's charismatic genius who died playing the game he loved

 Published 2 months ago:  Discover the legendary Wasim Raja, Pakistan's elegant rebel who conquered West Indies fast bowlers and lived cricket as poetry in motion. A true icon.

US envoy Tom Barrack sparks outrage after telling Lebanese journalists to 'act civilized'

US envoy Tom Barrack sparks outrage after telling Lebanese journalists to 'act civilized'

 Published 2 months ago:  US envoy Tom Barrack faced backlash in Lebanon after telling journalists to “act civilised” during a press conference. Lebanese media unions demand a public apology, calling the remarks insulting and unacceptable.

Chishty Mujahid: The voice that defined Pakistan cricket commentary for generations

Chishty Mujahid: The voice that defined Pakistan cricket commentary for generations

 Published 2 months ago:  Discover the legendary Chishty Mujahid, Pakistan's greatest cricket commentator, whose voice defined generations. From Radio Pakistan to international fame.

Key takeaways from the Sohail Warraich controversy and its fallout for Pakistani media

Key takeaways from the Sohail Warraich controversy and its fallout for Pakistani media

 Published 2 months ago:  Explore the key takeaways from the Sohail Warraich controversy, ISPR’s denial, his apology, and what it reveals about press freedom, credibility, and the future of journalism in Pakistan.