Newsroom

 Published 4 years ago:  Increasing underpayment and wrongful termination of journalists in Pakistan prompt urgent calls for government intervention and legal reforms.

 Published 4 years ago:  Afghan journalist Ziar Khan Yaad was assaulted by the Taliban while covering a story in Kabul, highlighting ongoing threats to press freedom.

 Published 4 years ago:  Pakistani journalist Mateen Khan and his cameraperson were arrested by the Taliban in Kandahar while covering events without permission.

 Published 4 years ago:  Pakistan rejects Human Rights Watch's report on the Pakistan Media Development Authority as fabricated and misleading, citing a need for updated media regulations.

 Published 4 years ago:  Human Rights Watch criticizes the Pakistani government for seeking new media control powers through the proposed PMDA, threatening press freedom.

 Published 4 years ago:  The PFUJ has condemned the misleading statements by ministers regarding the PMDA, emphasizing its role as the true representative of media personnel.

 Published 4 years ago:  The government is forming a high-level committee to assess social media trends and develop appropriate regulations following recent violent incidents.

 Published 4 years ago:  Media organizations urge G7 countries to commit to the safe evacuation and protection of journalists from Afghanistan amid escalating risks.

 Published 4 years ago:  Federal Minister Fawad Chaudhry discusses the proposed PMDA, which could impose fines up to Rs250 million on TV channels and aims to streamline media regulations.

 Published 4 years ago:  Kashmiri journalist Aasif Sultan has spent three years in prison without bail, detained under the UAPA in Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

 Published 4 years ago:  Moeed Pirzada's controversial tweet claiming that hijab would empower Pakistan women sparked a backlash, leading him to clarify it was satire.

 Published 4 years ago:  Hamid Mir criticizes the proposed Pakistan Media Development Authority in a Washington Post article, warning of media censorship impacts.

 Published 4 years ago:  The Supreme Court issues notices for legal assistance in the journalists' complaint case, raising questions about suo moto jurisdiction.

 Published 4 years ago:  The Taliban is forming a media committee to address journalists' issues amid growing concerns for their safety and freedom in Afghanistan.

 Published 4 years ago:  Taliban militants raided Enikaas TV head Zalmai Lotfi's home, seizing equipment and escalating threats against journalists in Afghanistan.

 Published 4 years ago:  Prime Minister Imran Khan reviews evacuation plans for journalists from Afghanistan during a briefing by Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry.

 Published 4 years ago:  The Supreme Court of Pakistan has summoned PEMRA to clarify its role in ensuring press freedom and addressing journalist complaints.

 Published 4 years ago:  Pakistan's new PMDA law threatens to stifle press freedom, reminiscent of Ziaul Haq's era, as journalists unite against the government's moves.

 Published 4 years ago:  The Supreme Court summoned key officials to address the rising harassment of journalists in Pakistan, emphasizing the need for urgent action!

 Published 4 years ago:  The IFJ reports growing panic and fear among Afghanistan's media community as Taliban control intensifies and threats against journalists rise.

 Published 4 years ago:  Taliban remove female anchors from state TV, attack journalists covering protests, highlighting ongoing media oppression in Afghanistan.

 Published 4 years ago:  Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen calls BBC journalist Yalda Hakim live on air to discuss future goals amidst the group's control of Afghanistan.

 Published 4 years ago:  The IFJ urges urgent evacuation of at-risk media workers in Afghanistan following Taliban raids on journalists' homes.

 Published 4 years ago:  Cynthia Ritchie, American blogger, was hospitalized after being found unconscious in her Islamabad flat, raising concerns about her health.

 Published 4 years ago:  American media leaders urge President Biden to support Afghan journalists seeking refuge from Taliban threats in Kabul.

 Published 4 years ago:  Media and civil society reject the PMDA proposal, deeming it draconian and harmful to journalism and freedom of expression in Pakistan.

 Published 4 years ago:  Srinagar police allegedly assaulted journalists covering Muharram processions, raising concerns about press freedom and safety in Kashmir.

 Published 4 years ago:  Hamid Mir has called on the Taliban to protect female journalists in Afghanistan as they face threats amid the regime's control of cities.