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Pakistan: Journalists in Balochistan urge Govt to take steps to ensure the
Updated : 10 months, 1 week 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 : 10 months, 2 weeks 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 : 10 months, 2 weeks 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 : 10 months, 2 weeks 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
Updated : 10 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma extended his greetings on Saturday on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day.
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UN demands better protection for journalists on environment beat
Updated : 1 year, 10 months 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 : 1 year, 10 months 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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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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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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Afghanistan: 2 more media outlets shut operations amid economic loss, rest
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
On May 3, on World Press Freedom Day, some media-supporting organizations said that more than 300 media outlets have shut down in Afghanistan in the past two years and that over 5,000 journalists have lost their jobs.
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Sandeep Marwah Presented First Copy of Book- 8 Years of Modi Sarkar to Ram
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], May 6 (ANI/GPRC): Dr Sandeep Marwah, the Chancellor of AAFT University and President of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), presented the first copy of the book "8 Years of Modi Sarkar- A compilation of Achievements" to former President o
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