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PFUJ condemns malicious campaign against Kaiser Bengali

PFUJ condemns malicious campaign against Kaiser Bengali

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the government's campaign against Dr. Kaiser Bengali, advocating for freedom of speech and journalistic integrity in Pakistan.

Journalist Panel makes clean sweep of NPC elections

Journalist Panel makes clean sweep of NPC elections

 Published 4 years ago:  The Journalist Panel has won all key positions in the NPC elections, while opposition candidates allege rigging and reject the results.

Moeed Yousuf terms Dawn story incorrect

Moeed Yousuf terms Dawn story incorrect

 Published 4 years ago:  Moeed Yousuf disputes a Dawn report on his briefing to the National Assembly, claiming it mischaracterizes the statements made during the session.

Police arrest prime suspect in journalist's murder

Police arrest prime suspect in journalist's murder

 Published 4 years ago:  Punjab police have arrested Amir Butt, the prime suspect in the murder of journalist Hasnain Shah, amid an ongoing investigation.

PFUJ condemns murder of journalist Hasnain Shah

PFUJ condemns murder of journalist Hasnain Shah

 Published 4 years ago:  The PFUJ has condemned the murder of journalist Hasnain Shah and calls for nationwide protests to demand justice and protection for media workers.

Capital TV reporter Hasnain Shah shot dead in Lahore

Capital TV reporter Hasnain Shah shot dead in Lahore

 Published 4 years ago:  Capital TV reporter Hasnain Shah was shot dead in Lahore, near the Press Club, by assailants on a motorcycle in a shocking incident.

Saleem Safi says his column not published due to censorship

Saleem Safi says his column not published due to censorship

 Published 4 years ago:  Saleem Safi's column on Imran Khan's personality was not published in Daily Jang due to media censorship, raising questions among social media users.

PFUJ challenges the definition of 'journalist' before IHC

PFUJ challenges the definition of 'journalist' before IHC

 Published 4 years ago:  The PFUJ challenges the definition of 'journalist' in the Islamabad High Court, asserting rights for photojournalists and camerapersons.

Iran rejects Dawn newspaper's 'baseless' accusations'

Iran rejects Dawn newspaper's 'baseless' accusations'

 Published 4 years ago:  Iran's embassy in Islamabad has rejected Dawn newspaper's accusations regarding its involvement in the UAE-Yemen conflict, demanding a clarification.

India blocks over 35 Pakistani YouTube channels, news websites

India blocks over 35 Pakistani YouTube channels, news websites

 Published 4 years ago:  India has banned over 35 Pakistani YouTube channels and multiple social media accounts for spreading fake news against the country.

Hamid Mir highlights closure of Kashmir Press Club in Washington Post

Hamid Mir highlights closure of Kashmir Press Club in Washington Post

 Published 4 years ago:  Hamid Mir highlights the closure of Kashmir Press Club as a tactic by the Indian government to suppress media dissent in the region.

Asma Shirazi trolled again

Asma Shirazi trolled again

 Published 4 years ago:  Asma Shirazi faces trolling from officials and the ruling party for her journalism, sparking widespread condemnation from fellow journalists.

Muhammad Malick and Shahbaz Gill in a shouting match

Muhammad Malick and Shahbaz Gill in a shouting match

 Published 4 years ago:  Muhammad Malick and Shahbaz Gill engage in a heated verbal clash on live TV, sparking discussions about credibility and professionalism.

Waqar Zaka serves legal notice on Dunya News

Waqar Zaka serves legal notice on Dunya News

 Published 4 years ago:  Waqar Zaka has served a legal notice on Dunya News, seeking Rs one billion in damages for alleged defamatory reporting on cryptocurrency promotion.

Kashmir Press Club deregistered in Srinagar

Kashmir Press Club deregistered in Srinagar

 Published 4 years ago:  The Kashmir Press Club has been deregistered by the regional administration, raising concerns over press freedom and journalist safety in the region.

Radio icon Yawar Mehdi passes away at 84

Radio icon Yawar Mehdi passes away at 84

 Published 4 years ago:  Yawar Mehdi, a legendary Pakistani broadcaster and radio personality, has died at 84, leaving a legacy of inspiring young artists and writers.

IHC defers indicting journalists in affidavit case

IHC defers indicting journalists in affidavit case

 Published 4 years ago:  The IHC has indicted Rana Shamim in the affidavit case but has deferred the indictment of journalists until the trial's findings are revealed.

Media bodies reject Fawad Chaudhry's claims about revenue increase

Media bodies reject Fawad Chaudhry's claims about revenue increase

 Published 4 years ago:  Leading media organisations in Pakistan reject Fawad Chaudhry's claim of a 600% revenue increase from 2018 to 2021, calling it fake news.

Pakistan criticizes India for taking over Kashmir Press Club

Pakistan criticizes India for taking over Kashmir Press Club

 Published 4 years ago:  Pakistan has condemned India's alleged harassment of journalists in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly following the recent Kashmir Press Club takeover.

Independent Urdu bans three journalists

Independent Urdu bans three journalists

 Published 4 years ago:  The Independent Urdu has banned three journalists, raising concerns over freedom of expression in Pakistan amidst increasing censorship.

IHC Journalists Association elects new cabinet

IHC Journalists Association elects new cabinet

 Published 4 years ago:  The Islamabad High Court Journalists Association elects a new cabinet led by Saqib Bashir and Zeshan Syed, following unopposed nominations.

Express Tribune highlights decline in journalism quality

Express Tribune highlights decline in journalism quality

 Published 4 years ago:  The Express Tribune discusses the decline in journalism quality in Pakistan, attributing it to commercialization and lack of integrity.

NA committee concerned over PTV-ARY consortium

NA committee concerned over PTV-ARY consortium

 Published 4 years ago:  The NA committee raised concerns over the PTV-ARY consortium and its impact on PSL broadcasting rights, questioning the formation's fairness.

Nusrat Javeed clarifies accepting gifts from politicians

Nusrat Javeed clarifies accepting gifts from politicians

 Published 4 years ago:  Nusrat Javeed defends accepting gifts from politicians as part of cultural traditions and emphasizes his journalistic integrity.

Arshad Sharif alleges collusion between brothers to save MSR

Arshad Sharif alleges collusion between brothers to save MSR

 Published 4 years ago:  Arshad Sharif claims collusion exists between two media brothers aiming to aid MSR in avoiding contempt proceedings, igniting controversy.

PFUJ seeks apology from PMLN following leaked audio

PFUJ seeks apology from PMLN following leaked audio

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ demands an apology from PMLN over a leaked audio where leaders insult journalists, raising concerns about media treatment in Pakistan.

Maryam Nawaz discusses TV analysts in leaked audio

Maryam Nawaz discusses TV analysts in leaked audio

 Published 4 years ago:  Maryam Nawaz's leaked audio reveals her concerns over media portrayal and lack of PMLN representation on talk shows amidst political criticisms.

APP reporter killed in a road accident

APP reporter killed in a road accident

 Published 4 years ago:  Fawad Azam Awan, a reporter for APP, tragically lost his life in a road accident in Jaranwala while attempting to overtake a trailer.