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Pakistan: Journalists in Balochistan urge Govt to take steps to ensure the
Updated : 1 year ago IST
While addressing a gathering at the Quetta Metropolitan Corporation on World Press Freedom Day, leaders of the journalist community, including Balochistan Union of Journalists (BUJ) President Khalil Ahmed and Quetta Press Club President Irfan Saeed, said media in Balochistan has been faci
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"Editors removed... jailed since change of government," says senior Bangla
Updated : 1 year ago IST
On World Press Freedom Day, concerns over media independence in Bangladesh have resurfaced, with journalist Golam Rahman, Editor of Ajker Patrika, a Bengali daily newspaper of Bangladesh, voicing alarm over growing censorship and lack of transparency in the country's media.
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Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists voices alarm over deteriorating pre
Updated : 1 year ago IST
As the world commemorates World Press Freedom Day, the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has raised serious concerns over the increasing restrictions on freedom of expression in the country.
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Bangladesh celebrates World Press Freedom Day amid challenges
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Bangladesh is celebrating World Press Freedom Day as the media face serious challenges. Political changes have shaken the media landscape in Bangladesh.
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Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma extends greetings on World Press Freedom Day
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Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma extended his greetings on Saturday on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day.
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PoJK: Journalists protest against suppression of information by administra
Updated : 2 years ago IST
Wearing black armbands, the journalists protested at the constituent assembly premises during the recent PoJK assembly session.
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"Not different from Afghanistan when it comes to journalism...": Pakistani
Updated : 2 years ago IST
The journalists in Pakistan lamented their situation in the country, emphasising that they have been facing harassment-related issues, adding that the situation is not very different from Afghanistan when it comes to journalism.
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UN demands better protection for journalists on environment beat
Updated : 2 years ago IST
Marking the World Press Freedom Day on Friday, 3rd May, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted an uptick in violence faced by journalists covering environmental issues, which has made the profession increasingly dangerous.
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Media bodies express concern over state of 'free media' in Pakistan
Updated : 2 years ago IST
The Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors (AEMEND) has committed to continue the constitutional and legal struggle for freedom of expression in Pakistan and face unfavourable circumstances head on.
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Pakistan: Human Rights Commission calls upon govt to ensure fair treatment
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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
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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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European Union condemns violence, threats against journalists
Updated : 2 years 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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