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Pakistan: Human Rights Commission calls upon govt to ensure fair treatment
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan on Friday called on the government to ensure fair treatment to journalists and protect them, stated a press release from the organisation.
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Journalism in Pakistan "under threat"; journalists have become "punching b
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
World Press Freedom Day, observed annually around the world on May 3, is an important occasion to raise awareness of the importance of journalism and freedom of expression.
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International committee urges Pakistani authorities to "swiftly, impartial
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CJP) has urged the Pakistani authorities to "swiftly and impartially investigate the death threats and online harassment against senior journalists in the country, stressing on the anchorperson Hamid Mir, reported Geo News.
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European Union condemns violence, threats against journalists
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
In a statement on behalf of the European Union marking the World Press Freedom Day, Borrell stressed that in 2024, the work of journalists is more significant than ever, adding that "on this day, we honour their work and courage."
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Over 200 journalists targeted in Pakistan amid media crackdown: Report
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
The report underscored a concerning trend of reduced tolerance for online dissent, coupled with attacks and harassment against journalists and bloggers, including the tragic murder of four journalists.
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Two Russian journalists detained on 'extremism' charges, linked to Navalny
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Gabov and Karelin are alleged to have contributed to Navalny's influential YouTube channel, "NavalnyLIVE," known for its exposes on Kremlin corruption, drawing millions of viewers.
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US report exposes arbitrary detention of Uyghurs, other Muslim minority gr
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
From criminal prosecution of journalists to the prohibition of independent trade unions, the findings underscore a troubling pattern of oppression and injustice.
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Pakistan: 20 pairs of shoes stolen from mosque in Parliament complex
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
The episode unfolded during Friday prayers at a mosque within the Parliament House, where worshippers, including Members of National Assembly (MNAs), journalists, and parliamentary staff, had congregated.
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J-K: Viksit Bharat Ambassador meet-up held in Srinagar
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
More than 300 individuals, including writers, students, startup owners, professionals, journalists, and notable figures from North and South Kashmir, attended the event.
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Independent journalists face pressure and harassment in China: Report
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
A majority of its members mentioned that working conditions have improved since 2023, although the return of mobility has also meant more correspondents dealing with the type of heavy-handed responses to independent reporting in the field that long predated the pandemic.
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Hong Kong deports advocate planning to monitor Jimmy Lai trial
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) revealed that Aleksandra Bielakowska, a Taiwan-based advocacy officer for RSF, was detained for six hours at the airport before being deported. Bielakowska had travelled to Hong Kong to attend the trial and meet with journalists alongside RSF's Asia-Pacific Bu
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Foreign journalists in China face surveillance, harassment, and visa probl
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
Foreign journalists reporting in China face obstacles, including visa problems, surveillance and harassment by police or other officials while on assignment, Voice of America (VOA) reported, citing, the annual survey by the Foreign Correspondents' Club of China (FCCC).
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