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Dr. Nauman Niaz apologizes to Shoaib Akhtar

Dr. Nauman Niaz apologizes to Shoaib Akhtar

 Published 4 years ago:  Dr. Nauman Niaz has publicly apologized to Shoaib Akhtar for his outburst during a live show, recognizing the mistake and its consequences.

Veteran journalist Liaqat Ali Toor dies of dengue fever

Veteran journalist Liaqat Ali Toor dies of dengue fever

 Published 4 years ago:  Veteran journalist Liaqat Ali Toor has died at 71 after battling dengue fever, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to journalism.

PPP MPA accused of murdering citizen journalist in Karachi

PPP MPA accused of murdering citizen journalist in Karachi

 Published 4 years ago:  A citizen journalist, who filmed a PPP MPA's foreign guest hunting, was found murdered in Karachi, with accusations against the MPA arising.

Bangladeshi reporter Rozina Islam wins Most Resilient Journalist award

Bangladeshi reporter Rozina Islam wins Most Resilient Journalist award

 Published 4 years ago:  Rozina Islam wins the Most Resilient Journalist award while facing legal challenges for her investigative work in Bangladesh's health sector.

Group executive editor Daily Pakistan Qudratullah Chaudhry passes away

Group executive editor Daily Pakistan Qudratullah Chaudhry passes away

 Published 4 years ago:  Qudratullah Chaudhry, Group Executive Editor of Daily Pakistan, has passed away after battling COVID-19, marking a significant loss in journalism.

Daily Hum Awam announces indefinite closure

Daily Hum Awam announces indefinite closure

 Published 4 years ago:  Daily Hum Awam announces indefinite closure due to financial difficulties caused by a halt in government advertisements by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government.

Mufti Muneeb, Maulana Farooqi refuse to appear in Gharidah Farooqi's show

Mufti Muneeb, Maulana Farooqi refuse to appear in Gharidah Farooqi's show

 Published 4 years ago:  Mufti Muneeb and Maulana Farooqi refuse to join Gharidah Farooqi's show, citing their stance against interviewing women, igniting social media debate.

International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists

International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists

 Published 4 years ago:  On November 2, the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists is observed globally to confront violence against media personnel.

PM's claim of free press is nothing short of delusionary: Dawn

PM's claim of free press is nothing short of delusionary: Dawn

 Published 4 years ago:  Dawn newspaper criticizes PM Imran Khan's claim of a free press, labeling it delusionary and highlighting the dangers faced by journalists in Pakistan.

Pakistani state silencing journalists online through legal victimization: FN

Pakistani state silencing journalists online through legal victimization: FN

 Published 4 years ago:  Freedom Network's report highlights the alarming rise in legal actions against journalists in Pakistan under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act.

PEMRA reiterates ban on media coverage of TLP protest

PEMRA reiterates ban on media coverage of TLP protest

 Published 4 years ago:  PEMRA has reaffirmed its ban on media coverage of TLP protests, confirming the organization's proscribed status due to terrorism activities.

Srinagar journalist arrested

Srinagar journalist arrested

 Published 4 years ago:  A young freelance journalist in Srinagar has been arrested for alleged ties to a militant conspiracy case involving radicalization and arms training.

Pakistan ranked 9th on CPJ Global Impunity Index

Pakistan ranked 9th on CPJ Global Impunity Index

 Published 4 years ago:  Pakistan ranks ninth on the CPJ Global Impunity Index, highlighting ongoing issues with journalist safety and unsolved murders of media professionals.

PTV takes Shoaib Akhtar, Dr. Nauman Niaz off air

PTV takes Shoaib Akhtar, Dr. Nauman Niaz off air

 Published 4 years ago:  PTV has removed Shoaib Akhtar and Dr. Nauman Niaz from air pending an inquiry after a controversial incident during a live transmission.

Shoaib Akhtar refuses to appear before inquiry committee

Shoaib Akhtar refuses to appear before inquiry committee

 Published 4 years ago:  Shoaib Akhtar declines to testify before the inquiry committee regarding his PTV Sports altercation, citing available footage as sufficient evidence.

PMLN's Nasir Butt wins defamation suit against ARY News in UK

PMLN's Nasir Butt wins defamation suit against ARY News in UK

 Published 4 years ago:  PMLN leader Nasir Butt secures a defamation victory against ARY News in the UK, receiving an apology and damages for false allegations.

PEMRA action an attack on press freedom, says Sami Ibrahim

PEMRA action an attack on press freedom, says Sami Ibrahim

 Published 4 years ago:  PEMRA's suspension of BOL News is deemed an attack on press freedom by Sami Ibrahim, sparking widespread condemnation from various circles.

Regulatory repression, attacks on online speech hurt digital media freedoms: IRADA report

Regulatory repression, attacks on online speech hurt digital media freedoms: IRADA report

 Published 4 years ago:  A new IRADA report reveals the challenges faced by digital media freedoms in Pakistan due to regulatory repression and threats in 2020-21.

PFUJ condemns suspension of BOL News transmission by PEMRA

PFUJ condemns suspension of BOL News transmission by PEMRA

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ condemns PEMRA's suspension of BOL News transmission, calling it unlawful and harmful to press freedom.

LHC notice to PEMRA over restriction on airing intimate scenes

LHC notice to PEMRA over restriction on airing intimate scenes

 Published 4 years ago:  The Lahore High Court has issued notice to PEMRA over restrictions on airing intimate scenes in television dramas, calling the notification illegal.

Shoaib Akhtar resigns from PTV Sports during live transmission

Shoaib Akhtar resigns from PTV Sports during live transmission

 Published 4 years ago:  Shoaib Akhtar resigns from PTV Sports live on air following a confrontation with host Dr. Nauman Niaz during a cricket panel discussion.

Committee to investigate Dr. Niaz-Shoaib Akhtar spat

Committee to investigate Dr. Niaz-Shoaib Akhtar spat

 Published 4 years ago:  A committee has been formed to investigate the live spat between Shoaib Akhtar and Dr. Nauman Niaz on PTV Sports, led by the PTV managing director.

Dawn slams PTI over harassment of female journalists

Dawn slams PTI over harassment of female journalists

 Published 4 years ago:  Dawn criticizes PTI for its harassment of female journalists, highlighting the psychological effects and societal issues surrounding misogyny in Pakistan.

Free Press Unlimited announces nominees for journalism awards

Free Press Unlimited announces nominees for journalism awards

 Published 4 years ago:  Free Press Unlimited announces nominees for journalism awards honoring resilient journalists and newcomers in media, set for November 2, 2021.

Afghan journalist beaten by Taliban at Torkham

Afghan journalist beaten by Taliban at Torkham

 Published 4 years ago:  Afghan journalist Sedaqat Ghorzang was beaten by Taliban forces at Torkham while reporting on the current situation in Nangarhar province.

PFUJ demands judicial probe for phone tapping of journalists

PFUJ demands judicial probe for phone tapping of journalists

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ calls for a judicial inquiry into the phone tapping of journalists, highlighting serious ethical concerns raised by government admissions.

Journalist bodies demand action against Shahbaz Gill

Journalist bodies demand action against Shahbaz Gill

 Published 4 years ago:  Journalist bodies demand immediate action against Shahbaz Gill for alleged harassment of female journalists and unethical surveillance practices.

DawnNews bars staff from running YouTube channels

DawnNews bars staff from running YouTube channels

 Published 4 years ago:  DawnNews management bans staff from running YouTube channels and contributing to other publications without prior approval.