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CPJ calls for probe into attack on ARY team by IB officials

CPJ calls for probe into attack on ARY team by IB officials

 Published 4 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Pakistan to investigate the attack on an ARY News crew by Intelligence Bureau officials following their detention.

Salman Iqbal urges action against those who tortured ARY crew

Salman Iqbal urges action against those who tortured ARY crew

 Published 4 years ago:  Salman Iqbal condemns the attack on ARY crew by security officials and urges for strict action against the culprits involved.

ARY host Iqrar ul Hassan reportedly tortured by security officials

ARY host Iqrar ul Hassan reportedly tortured by security officials

 Published 4 years ago:  ARY host Iqrar ul Hassan was allegedly tortured by security officials after exposing corruption, leading to his hospitalization in critical condition.

FIA arrests fake journalist for twice getting US visa

FIA arrests fake journalist for twice getting US visa

 Published 4 years ago:  The FIA has arrested a man for obtaining US visas by impersonating a journalist, revealing significant concerns regarding visa fraud.

Gharidah Farooqi clarifies quoting Reham Khan's book in her show

Gharidah Farooqi clarifies quoting Reham Khan's book in her show

 Published 4 years ago:  Gharidah Farooqi defends her show against claims of impropriety over Murad Saeed's criticism and discusses Reham Khan's book relevance.

Tribal journalist Javed Noor passes away

Tribal journalist Javed Noor passes away

 Published 4 years ago:  Tribal journalist Javed Noor Wazir, a prominent reporter in South Waziristan, passed away at 55 after a prolonged illness.

PFUJ condemns PEMRA for blocking NewsOne transmission

PFUJ condemns PEMRA for blocking NewsOne transmission

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ criticizes PEMRA for blocking NewsOne transmission without due process, demanding immediate restoration and adherence to media ethics.

PEMRA notice to NewsOne for airing 'derogatory remarks'

PEMRA notice to NewsOne for airing 'derogatory remarks'

 Published 4 years ago:  PEMRA issued a notice to News One for airing derogatory remarks about Minister Murad Saeed, provoking backlash from officials and journalists.

Saeed Ghani wins defamation suit against Dr. Shahid Masood

Saeed Ghani wins defamation suit against Dr. Shahid Masood

 Published 4 years ago:  Saeed Ghani wins a Rs10 million defamation suit against Dr. Shahid Masood for defamatory statements aired on NewsOne Television.

CEJ appoints Amber Rahim Shamsi as its new director

CEJ appoints Amber Rahim Shamsi as its new director

 Published 4 years ago:  The Center for Excellence in Journalism at IBA Karachi appoints Amber Rahim Shamsi as its new director, bringing extensive media experience.

Fahd Husain quits as resident editor of Dawn

Fahd Husain quits as resident editor of Dawn

 Published 4 years ago:  Fahd Husain resigns as resident editor of Dawn while remaining a columnist and TV anchor for the Dawn Media Group, planning independent projects.

Secretary NPC lodges FIR against Waheed Dogar, others

Secretary NPC lodges FIR against Waheed Dogar, others

 Published 4 years ago:  Khalil Ahmed Raja files an FIR against Waheed Dogar for attacking National Press Club President Anwar Raza during a reception ceremony.

92 News reporter detained, freed by Taliban

92 News reporter detained, freed by Taliban

 Published 4 years ago:  92 News reporter Abdul Qayum Zahid Samadzai detained and freed by the Taliban with a warning to cease reporting until permission granted.

Sadia Kamal clarifies her position regarding NPC violence

Sadia Kamal clarifies her position regarding NPC violence

 Published 4 years ago:  Sadia Kamal demands a high-level inquiry into the violence at the National Press Club, clarifying her position on the protest incident.

Talat Hussain returns to TV screen after three years

Talat Hussain returns to TV screen after three years

 Published 4 years ago:  Talat Hussain, the renowned journalist, returns to Neo TV after three years, hosting a current affairs show and engaging with viewers again.

Zahid Gishkori joins Saama

Zahid Gishkori joins Saama

 Published 4 years ago:  Zahid Gishkori has joined Saama TV as the head of its Investigation Unit, concluding a seven-year tenure at Geo News.

PFUJ warns Information Ministry not to interfere in NPC affairs

PFUJ warns Information Ministry not to interfere in NPC affairs

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ condemns interference by the Information Ministry in NPC affairs, urging unity among journalists to protect press freedom.

NAB to challenge Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman's acquittal

NAB to challenge Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman's acquittal

 Published 4 years ago:  The NAB will appeal the acquittal of Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman and others in a property case, highlighting alleged factual errors by the court.

Lifetime ban on NPC member who attacked President Anwar Raza

Lifetime ban on NPC member who attacked President Anwar Raza

 Published 4 years ago:  A lifetime ban has been imposed on NPC member Abdul Waheed Dogar for attacking President Anwar Raza, ensuring he can never rejoin the club.

Jago Panel condemns violence at National Press Club

Jago Panel condemns violence at National Press Club

 Published 4 years ago:  Jago Panel condemns the attack on journalist Anwar Raza and calls for unity among journalists to resist attempts to disrupt the National Press Club.

National Press Club: Protest against alleged election rigging turns ugly

National Press Club: Protest against alleged election rigging turns ugly

 Published 4 years ago:  A protest by journalists at the National Press Club over alleged election rigging escalates into violent clashes, with injuries reported.

Accountability court declares Mir Shakil innocent in property case

Accountability court declares Mir Shakil innocent in property case

 Published 4 years ago:  An accountability court in Lahore has acquitted Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman in a decades-old property case, declaring him innocent of all charges.

CPNE urges journalist safety in Pakistan Media Freedom report

CPNE urges journalist safety in Pakistan Media Freedom report

 Published 4 years ago:  CPNE calls for enhanced journalist safety in Pakistan as media freedom faces severe challenges and threats during the report's 2021 findings.

'Journalist' gunned down in Sindh

'Journalist' gunned down in Sindh

 Published 4 years ago:  Ghulam Murtaza Shar, a local journalist, was killed in Sindh over a personal dispute, raising concerns about journalist safety in the region.

Arab News takes credit of Pakistani visa for Indian national

Arab News takes credit of Pakistani visa for Indian national

 Published 4 years ago:  Arab News claims credit for helping Indian national Sikka Khan obtain a Pakistani visa, reuniting him with his brother after decades apart.

Dawn urges PM to address curbs on media

Dawn urges PM to address curbs on media

 Published 4 years ago:  Dawn newspaper criticizes Prime Minister Imran Khan for his lack of support for journalists and the increasing attacks on media freedom.

ARY News to increase monthly pay of lower staff by 80 percent

ARY News to increase monthly pay of lower staff by 80 percent

 Published 4 years ago:  ARY News has raised the pay for lower staff by 80 percent, responding to Prime Minister Imran Khan's call for companies to increase salaries.

Police claim solving murder case of journalist Hasnain Shah

Police claim solving murder case of journalist Hasnain Shah

 Published 4 years ago:  Punjab police have claimed to solve the murder case of journalist Hasnain Shah, involving financial disputes with a jewelry store owner.