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The News criticizes government for bullying Asma Shirazi
Published 4 years ago: The News criticizes the government for suppressing press freedom and harassing female journalist Asma Shirazi amidst rising political tensions.
UK libel cases should be edifying for PTI: Dawn
Published 4 years ago: Recent UK libel cases highlight the need for the PTI government to address accountability and media freedom issues effectively.
PFUJ warns Gill of severe consequences of intimidating Asma Sherazi
Published 4 years ago: PFUJ warns of severe repercussions for Shahbaz Gill's intimidation of journalist Asma Sherazi, calling for investigation into threats made.
PFUJ calls for legal action against those harassing Asma Sherazi
Published 4 years ago: PFUJ demands legal action against online harassment of journalist Asma Sherazi by PTI leaders and workers, calling for intervention from the government.
ARY's Arshad Sharif says no apology to Ishaq Dar
Published 4 years ago: Arshad Sharif asserts that neither he nor ARY has apologized to Ishaq Dar amidst controversies involving BBC Urdu and accusations of bias.
Journalists condemn PTI for trolling Asma Shirazi
Published 4 years ago: Leading journalists condemn the PTI for online harassment of Asma Shirazi, calling for an end to the campaign against her and supporting her integrity.
Ishaq Dar wins defamation suit against ARY in UK
Published 4 years ago: Ishaq Dar wins a defamation suit against ARY, with the network admitting allegations of corruption were baseless and issuing a formal apology.
Kamal Siddiqi says goodbye to CEJ
Published 4 years ago: Kamal Siddiqi resigns from his role as director of CEJ IBA, reflecting on a successful tenure of quality journalism training in Pakistan.
Reham Khan apologizes to Zulfi Bukhari on court orders
Published 4 years ago: Reham Khan publicly apologizes to Zulfi Bukhari and agrees to pay libel damages after a court ruling over false allegations against him.
Facebook to count journalists as involuntary public figures
Published 4 years ago: Facebook has classified journalists as involuntary public figures to enhance protections against online harassment and bullying.
Washington Post welcomes Hamid Mir on joining as contributor
Published 4 years ago: Hamid Mir joins Washington Post as a contributor to enhance coverage of South Asian politics and geopolitical issues.
Amended social media rules 2021 notified
Published 4 years ago: Pakistan has notified amended social media rules requiring companies to open offices in the country and banning various types of offensive content.
Journalist Shahid Zehri killed in a targeted attack in Balochistan
Published 4 years ago: Shahid Zehri, a journalist, was killed in a bomb attack in Balochistan, prompting strong condemnation from local officials and journalist unions.
Punjab bars teachers from expressing views on media
Published 4 years ago: Punjab government restricts teachers from engaging with media, citing potential breaches of conduct as per established service rules.
Award of Nobel Peace Prize to two journalists welcomed
Published 4 years ago: The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to journalists Maria Ressa and Dmitri A. Muratov for their dedication to freedom of expression and democracy.
PTV to charge TV channels for telecasting parliament proceedings: minister
Published 4 years ago: The Pakistani government plans to charge private TV channels for airing Parliament proceedings to support PTV's sustainability efforts.
Media organizations urge Pakistan not to set up PMDA
Published 4 years ago: International media organizations urge Pakistan to abandon plans for the Pakistan Media Development Authority due to concerns over press freedom and regulation.
Pakistani media agencies losing revenue year on year: research
Published 4 years ago: A new report from RECMA highlights that top media agencies in Pakistan are facing significant revenue losses each year, indicating a critical industry crisis.
BOL chief accuses ICIJ's Pakistani reporters of being biased
Published 4 years ago: BOL Media Group Chairman Shoaib Ahmed Sheikh accuses ICIJ's Pakistani journalists of bias and failing to verify facts regarding the Pandora Papers.
Pandora Papers unveil names of prominent media owners
Published 4 years ago: The Pandora Papers expose Pakistani media owners, including Mir Shakil Ur Rehman, with alleged offshore companies linked to global scandal.
Aleem Khan announces 10 percent salary increase for Samaa staff
Published 4 years ago: Aleem Khan, the new owner of Samaa TV, announces a 10 percent salary increase for existing staff, marking a positive change in management.
Journalist bodies call for an end to harassment of Rana Abrar Khalid
Published 4 years ago: Journalist bodies in Pakistan demand an end to the harassment of Rana Abrar Khalid by security agencies over information requests.
PFUJ condemns malicious campaign against Gharidah Farooqi
Published 4 years ago: The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists condemns the malicious campaign against anchor Gharidah Farooqi, urging immediate action by authorities.
Wife of Jang Group's founder passes away
Published 4 years ago: Mehmooda Khalil-ur-Rahman, wife of Jang Group's founder, passes away at 95; a loss mourned by many, including Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Federal Cabinet approves amendments to digital media rules
Published 4 years ago: The Federal Cabinet has approved new digital media rules mandating social media companies to register with the PTA and appoint compliance officers.
DW Afghan correspondents reach Germany via Pakistan
Published 4 years ago: A group of Afghan journalists and their families have arrived in Germany from Pakistan after fleeing the Taliban's control in Afghanistan.
Veteran journalist Wajid Shamsul Hasan passes away
Published 4 years ago: Veteran journalist Wajid Shamsul Hasan passed away in London after battling a prolonged illness, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to democracy.
Sindh Minister files six cases against Samaa TV
Published 4 years ago: Sindh Minister Saeed Ghani has filed six criminal cases against Samaa TV for airing false news reports aimed at damaging his reputation.

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