— Indian Punjab and Chandigarh Journalists Union denounces cybercrime FIRs against media and activists as a threat to press freedom and urges authorities to withdraw or quash cases.
— A weekly global media briefing by JournalismPakistan.com covering press freedom, newsroom trends, platform policies, and major media developments across Asia, the Middle East, and the world.
— TikTok has overtaken YouTube and Instagram as the top news platform for Americans aged 18 to 29, highlighting a major shift toward short-form, creator-driven news consumption.
— Poland has asked the European Commission to investigate TikTok for failing to curb AI-generated disinformation, urging an EU exit, citing risks to democratic processes and Digital Services Act compliance.
— Pakistani journalist Adnan Aamir's report on China-made jets in India-Pakistan air clash became Nikkei Asia's most-read South Asia story of 2025, sparking global attention
— Pakistani media limited coverage on Saudi-UAE tensions in Yemen as authorities request restraint amid regional sensitivities and diplomatic efforts.
— Palestinian groups marked Journalists Loyalty Day on December 31, urging bodies to protect Palestinian journalists and seek accountability for attacks on the media.
— Year-end protests and security crackdowns in Iran disrupted reporting by independent and citizen journalists, raising renewed concerns over press freedom and access to information.
— Press freedom violations in Nepal more than tripled in 2025, with 139 incidents affecting journalists and media outlets, highlighting impunity and growing risks to independent reporting.
— Ain o Salish Kendra reports 381 cases of journalist abuse in Bangladesh in 2025, including attacks, threats, police involvement, and three reported killings.
— China is intensifying its crackdown on press freedom, silencing even moderate voices and increasing risks for local and foreign journalists, according to a new report.
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— Pakistani journalist Adnan Aamir's report on China-made jets in India-Pakistan air clash became Nikkei Asia's most-read South Asia story of 2025, sparking global attention
— Pakistani media limited coverage on Saudi-UAE tensions in Yemen as authorities request restraint amid regional sensitivities and diplomatic efforts.
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— Arshad Sharif's YouTube channel has been revived by his family with support from longtime colleagues, aiming to preserve his legacy through memories and personal stories, not news.
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— Indian Punjab and Chandigarh Journalists Union denounces cybercrime FIRs against media and activists as a threat to press freedom and urges authorities to withdraw or quash cases.
— Pakistani journalist Adnan Aamir's report on China-made jets in India-Pakistan air clash became Nikkei Asia's most-read South Asia story of 2025, sparking global attention
— Press freedom violations in Nepal more than tripled in 2025, with 139 incidents affecting journalists and media outlets, highlighting impunity and growing risks to independent reporting.
— Ain o Salish Kendra reports 381 cases of journalist abuse in Bangladesh in 2025, including attacks, threats, police involvement, and three reported killings.
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— Palestinian groups marked Journalists Loyalty Day on December 31, urging bodies to protect Palestinian journalists and seek accountability for attacks on the media.
— Year-end protests and security crackdowns in Iran disrupted reporting by independent and citizen journalists, raising renewed concerns over press freedom and access to information.
— Saudi regulators fined and suspended social media accounts in December 2025, signaling tighter online speech controls under cybercrime laws amid scrutiny of criticism over reforms.
— Israel has reaffirmed restrictions barring foreign journalists from entering Gaza, prompting press freedom groups to warn of reduced transparency and limits on independent reporting.
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— A weekly global media briefing by JournalismPakistan.com covering press freedom, newsroom trends, platform policies, and major media developments across Asia, the Middle East, and the world.
— Poland has asked the European Commission to investigate TikTok for failing to curb AI-generated disinformation, urging an EU exit, citing risks to democratic processes and Digital Services Act compliance.
— A French parliamentary inquiry launched by the UDR party is examining neutrality, governance, and funding of state media as the country heads toward the 2027 presidential election.
— CPJ's year-end review calls 2025 one of the worst years for press freedom, citing 126 journalist deaths worldwide and rising assaults and pressure on independent media.
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— The detention of French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes in Algeria highlights growing concerns over press freedom, judicial pressure on reporters, and international calls for his release.
— Brighton's ban on Guardian journalists after critical reporting raises press freedom concerns and highlights growing tensions between sports institutions and independent news outlets in the UK.
— Dr. Nauman Niaz owns the world's largest private sports memorabilia collection. From Bradman's bats to Ali's gloves, explore rare cricket and sports treasures.
— Retired banker Afzal Ahmad chronicles 77 years of Pakistan cricket through rare memorabilia in a new book that preserves the nation's sporting heritage from 1948 to 2025.
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— TikTok has overtaken YouTube and Instagram as the top news platform for Americans aged 18 to 29, highlighting a major shift toward short-form, creator-driven news consumption.
— Poland has asked the European Commission to investigate TikTok for failing to curb AI-generated disinformation, urging an EU exit, citing risks to democratic processes and Digital Services Act compliance.
— Industry research highlights the growing influence of independent and niche publishers as mainstream journalism faces declining trust, revenue pressures, and fragmented audiences worldwide.
— Journalists in Bangladesh face rising online threats after mob attacks on media offices, amplifying fear for press freedom and safety in a tense political climate ahead of elections.
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— Myanmar freelance reporter Sut Ring Pan sentenced to 13 years for reporting on the military ahead of elections, highlighting press freedom challenges and journalist detentions
— Journalist Yalda Hakim says a second AI deepfake video falsely portraying her reporting has circulated online, highlighting growing risks of misinformation targeting journalists in Pakistan.
— GTV News announces the ceremonial appointment of senior anchor Gharidah Farooqi as Vice President, citing her professionalism, credibility, and contributions to Pakistani television journalism.
— Widow of slain journalist Arshad Sharif says harassment is escalating in Islamabad as she seeks justice, citing slow investigations and renewed safety concerns after court findings.
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— Applications are now open for the World Press Institute Fellowship 2026, a fully funded nine-week U.S. journalism program for international journalists. Apply by February 15, 2026.
— The Rainforest Reporting Grant offers rolling, project-based funding for journalists covering tropical forests, biodiversity, Indigenous rights, and environmental issues across three global regions.
— The Fund for Investigative Journalism has opened its 2026 grant cycle, offering support for investigative reporters through regular, seed, follow-up, and diversity-focused grant programs.
— GIJN has opened submissions for the 2026 Sigma Awards, inviting journalists worldwide to submit their best data journalism projects published in 2025.
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— Explore the decline of investigative journalism in Pakistan and understand the economic, political, and safety challenges that journalists face. Discover ongoing efforts to revive this vital form of journalism.
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— Dunya News anchors face backlash after participating in a staged interview with Malik Riaz, highlighting ethical failures in journalism.
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— Police baton-charged journalists covering a Charsadda protest over power load-shedding, injuring two media workers who were treated in Peshawar.
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— Aaj News Television has laid off about a dozen employees from its Lahore and Islamabad offices, including assignment editors, reporters, and camerapersons. The terminations were reportedly abrupt, with no prior notice and no payment for three months' salaries as required by contract.
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Hamdard Naunehal, a beloved bilingual (Urdu and English) monthly magazine for children, was first published in 1953 by Hakim Said of Hamdard Laboratories under the editorship of Masood Ahmed Barkati. The magazine continues to honor the legacy of the late Masood Ahmed Barkati by publishing articles from his era.
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— Sajid Hussain, a journalist from Balochistan and editor-in-chief of Balochistan Times, was found dead in a river in Uppsala, Sweden in May 2020. Hussain, who sought asylum in Sweden in 2017 due to threats in Pakistan, had been missing since March 2.
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Janu Journalism, our mascot, features in a New Year toon mocking biased TV anchors as they take an oath, skewering party loyalty and media ethics in Pakistan's journalism culture.
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<p>ISLAMABAD, October 2, 2025: Islamabad Police stormed the National Press Club, attacking journalists and damaging their cameras and equipment while dispersing a protest staged nearby. The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) and other media bodies condemned the attack and termed it an act of terrorism. </p>
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