Notices to several news channels for violating Altaf ban
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 10 October 2015
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PEMRA has taken action against multiple news channels for showing footage of Altaf Hussain despite an active ban. The regulatory authority issued notices, emphasizing the legal implications of such violations.Summary
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has issued notices to several news channels for violating a ban on airing of MQM leader Altaf Hussain's footage.
Top channels showed images of Hussain arriving at a police station in London on October 5. “Airing the picture, video or statement of MQM head can be termed as a contempt of court and violation of PEMRA orders,” the regulatory authority warned.
On the orders of Lahore High Court, PEMRA directed all television channels on September 7 to stop broadcasting Hussain's images, speeches and statements.
PEMRA further pointed out Saturday that ban on MQM chief was a case that is subjudice and all channels were therefore bound to obey the court orders.
The channels are required to submit a reply in two weeks.
Key Points
- PEMRA warns channels against airing Altaf Hussain's footage.
- Lahore High Court imposed a ban on September 7.
- Channels must respond within two weeks.
- Showing Hussain's images may lead to contempt of court.
- The ban is related to an ongoing subjudice case.
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