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Media stand united against PMDA: The News

Media stand united against PMDA: The News

 Published 4 years ago:  The News editorial denounces the PMDA as a draconian law, emphasizing the media's unity against government control and threats to journalistic freedom.

Maryam Aurangzeb slams govt over press freedom

Maryam Aurangzeb slams govt over press freedom

 Published 4 years ago:  Maryam Aurangzeb criticizes the PTI government for restricting press freedom and denying journalists their right to protest against the PMDA.

Pakistani journalists protest proposed PMDA in London

Pakistani journalists protest proposed PMDA in London

 Published 4 years ago:  Pakistani journalists protest in London against the proposed PMDA law aimed at controlling media and undermining journalistic freedoms.

Renowned broadcaster Azeem Sarwar passes away

Renowned broadcaster Azeem Sarwar passes away

 Published 4 years ago:  Renowned broadcaster and sports producer Azeem Sarwar has passed away in Karachi, leaving a legacy in Pakistani media and sports broadcasting.

APNS unanimously rejects PMDA

APNS unanimously rejects PMDA

 Published 4 years ago:  The All Pakistan Newspapers Society has unanimously rejected the proposed PMDA, viewing it as an unconstitutional move to control media independence.

PFUJ appeals for mass participation in its sit-in to oppose media martial law

PFUJ appeals for mass participation in its sit-in to oppose media martial law

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ calls for mass participation in a sit-in against the PMDA, emphasizing unity to protect media freedom and expression rights in Pakistan.

KP journalists reject PMDA

KP journalists reject PMDA

 Published 4 years ago:  KP journalists unanimously reject the proposed PMDA, stating it threatens freedom of expression and human rights enshrined in the Constitution.

Pakistan issues 250 visas to foreign media

Pakistan issues 250 visas to foreign media

 Published 4 years ago:  Pakistan's Ministry of Information has issued 250 visas to foreign media and provided additional support for journalists covering Afghanistan.

PFUJ condoles death of Rahimullah Yousufzai

PFUJ condoles death of Rahimullah Yousufzai

 Published 4 years ago:  The PFUJ expresses condolences for the passing of esteemed journalist Rahimullah Yousufzai, praising his contributions to journalism in Pakistan.

PPP urges government to share PMDA draft with parliament

PPP urges government to share PMDA draft with parliament

 Published 4 years ago:  PPP urges the government to disclose the PMDA draft to parliament, citing concerns over media freedom and government transparency.

Senate Standing Committee on Information discusses PMDA

Senate Standing Committee on Information discusses PMDA

 Published 4 years ago:  The Senate Standing Committee on Information reviews the PMDA bill, addressing concerns from journalists and discussing its implications.

Indian police raid homes of Srinagar journalists

Indian police raid homes of Srinagar journalists

 Published 4 years ago:  Indian police have raided the homes of four journalists in Srinagar, raising alarms about potential press freedom violations in Kashmir.

Taliban detain Afghan journalists covering anti-Pakistan protests

Taliban detain Afghan journalists covering anti-Pakistan protests

 Published 4 years ago:  The Taliban detained Afghan journalists covering anti-Pakistan protests in Kabul, highlighting ongoing press freedom issues in the region.

Award-winning journalist Rahimullah Yousafzai passes away

Award-winning journalist Rahimullah Yousafzai passes away

 Published 4 years ago:  Renowned journalist Rahimullah Yousafzai passes away at 67 in Peshawar after battling cancer for 15 months, leaving behind a legacy in journalism.

PTI's Kanwal Shauzab assures support to women journalists

PTI's Kanwal Shauzab assures support to women journalists

 Published 4 years ago:  Kanwal Shauzab urged media owners to support women journalists by creating a conducive working environment and addressing their demands.

Powerful lobbies insist on having PMDA, says PMLN legislator

Powerful lobbies insist on having PMDA, says PMLN legislator

 Published 4 years ago:  PMLN legislator Javed Latif claims powerful lobbies are pushing for the Pakistan Media Development Authority amid growing concerns over press freedom.

PMDA to take Pakistan back to pre-2002 days: Adnan Rehmat

PMDA to take Pakistan back to pre-2002 days: Adnan Rehmat

 Published 4 years ago:  The proposed PMDA may lead Pakistan back to authoritarianism, stifling media diversity and free speech as warned by journalist Adnan Rehmat.

Sami Ibraheem to move petition against information minister

Sami Ibraheem to move petition against information minister

 Published 4 years ago:  Sami Ibraheem files a petition in IHC seeking disqualification of Fawad Chaudhry over asset concealment and discrepancies in wealth declarations.

DigiMAP asks Facebook to stop blocking accounts discussing Taliban

DigiMAP asks Facebook to stop blocking accounts discussing Taliban

 Published 4 years ago:  DigiMAP urges Facebook to end its censorship of accounts discussing the Taliban's impact in Afghanistan and protect journalistic freedoms.

PFUJ seeks increased security for journalists following TTP threat

PFUJ seeks increased security for journalists following TTP threat

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ demands enhanced security measures for journalists due to threats from TTP amid rising violence against media personnel in Pakistan.

PMDA to deal with fake news threat: minister

PMDA to deal with fake news threat: minister

 Published 4 years ago:  Federal Minister Fawad Chaudhry announced the PMDA's role in combating fake news, which was highlighted as a national security threat by COAS Bajwa.

Journalist Sabookh Syed claims his Facebook account blocked

Journalist Sabookh Syed claims his Facebook account blocked

 Published 4 years ago:  Journalist Sabookh Syed reports that Facebook has blocked his account after he shared news about the Taliban, raising concerns about censorship.

Dawn reacts to Minister Fawad Chaudhry's accusation

Dawn reacts to Minister Fawad Chaudhry's accusation

 Published 4 years ago:  Dawn responds to Fawad Chaudhry's allegations, asserting that the PMDA threatens independent media in Pakistan and promotes an authoritarian mindset.

TTP warns Pakistani journalists

TTP warns Pakistani journalists

 Published 4 years ago:  Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan has issued a warning to journalists to refrain from labeling them as terrorists or face serious consequences.

PFUJ concerned over the merger of allowances in salaries by Dawn Group

PFUJ concerned over the merger of allowances in salaries by Dawn Group

 Published 4 years ago:  The PFUJ criticizes Dawn Group for merging employee allowances into salaries, undermining the Eighth Wage Board Award and worsening employee financial distress.

No widespread climate misinformation in Pakistani media: study

No widespread climate misinformation in Pakistani media: study

 Published 4 years ago:  A study reveals Pakistani media lacks widespread climate misinformation, emphasizing the influence of local journalists on environmental reporting.

KUJ to launch movement against PMDA

KUJ to launch movement against PMDA

 Published 4 years ago:  The Karachi Union of Journalists is launching a movement against the controversial Pakistan Media Development Authority to defend press freedom.

Fahd Husain angered by inclusion of his name on official list

Fahd Husain angered by inclusion of his name on official list

 Published 4 years ago:  Fahd Husain expresses outrage after his name is included on a list of Pakistani experts for foreign media on Afghanistan without his consent.