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— India’s Supreme Court urges the creation of an independent regulator and pre-screening rules for social media content, signaling major shifts in digital media oversight and compliance.
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— Veteran anchor Hamid Mir has publicly defended detained journalist Sohrab Barkat, questioning state actions after Barkat’s airport arrest and raising international concern over press freedoms in Pakistan.
— Journalist Sohrab Barkatt was detained at Islamabad Airport despite a court order removing his name from the PNIL, raising concerns about rule-of-law gaps and media freedoms.
— Najam Sethi will host a new prime-time show on Dunya News following his departure from Samaa TV, signaling a key move in Pakistan’s competitive media landscape.
— Shalimar Recording and Broadcasting Company (SRBC) will cease operations and terminate all personnel by Nov 30, 2025, as ordered under court-supervised liquidation, affecting hundreds of employees.
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— Floods sweeping Thailand and Indonesia in November 2025 have disrupted infrastructure, hampered news distribution, and challenged media coverage, underlining risks for disaster journalism and reporting access.
— The deadly Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong puts strain on newsrooms covering mass-casualty events, highlighting challenges in press access, verification, and reporter safety during chaotic disasters.
— India’s Supreme Court urges the creation of an independent regulator and pre-screening rules for social media content, signaling major shifts in digital media oversight and compliance.
— Former Global Times editor urges restraint in China’s state media coverage of Japan, highlighting censorship, social media deletions, and challenges for independent journalism.
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— Tunisian commentator Sonia Dahmani is released after over a year in detention, raising questions on press freedom, remaining trials, and EU calls for journalist protections.
— A Turkish court has acquitted four journalists arrested during Istanbul’s 2025 protests, a rare legal win for press freedom but a warning about chronic risks for reporters covering demonstrations.
— Gaza journalist Motasem Dalloul faced false accusations after X location tags circulated online, highlighting verification challenges and digital risks for reporters in conflict zones.
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— The White House launches a 'media offenders' tracker, naming US news outlets and reporters, raising concerns over press freedom, credibility, and government influence on journalism.
— EU states back stronger rules to increase online visibility for independent journalism, aiming to protect media pluralism and safeguard access to reliable information across digital platforms.
— Two Australian 15-year-olds have filed a High Court challenge to block the upcoming under-16 social media ban, arguing it violates constitutional protections for political communication and digital participation.
— A new BIRN report finds 1,440 digital‑rights violations across Southeast Europe, highlighting growing AI‑driven abuse, surveillance, and threats to press freedom.
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— IFJ warns that global extremism and far-right movements increasingly threaten women journalists, with online harassment, violence, and discrimination rising worldwide.
— Fiona O’Brien named CPJ Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia, strengthening press freedom advocacy amid rising global threats to journalists.
— CDEPS and CPJ condemn the arrest of 7TV’s Maimouna Ndour Faye and other journalists in a late October crackdown on Senegalese media over interviews with a wanted politician.
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— 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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— The Poynter Institute announces its 2026 Leadership Academy for Women in Media, empowering 40 participants to lead and innovate in global journalism.
— Apply now for the Al Jazeera Media Institute’s 2025 Fellowship, fully funded for journalists and researchers to advance global media innovation in Doha.
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— Explore the challenging journey of press freedom in Pakistan, marked by significant sacrifices and ongoing struggles. From the dark days of censorship under Zia-ul-Haq to the present challenges faced by journalists, this narrative delves into the past and present fight for media rights.
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— Nabeel Jakhura, President of BOL News, and Assistant Vice President Shabi Al Hassan were abducted in Karachi. The two were kidnapped while heading home from work, and their vehicle was later found locked in Sohrab Goth with valuables retrieved.
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— Rohi TV has fired 15 staff members in Multan, including producers, cameramen, and editors. This follows recent job cuts in Islamabad and the dismissal of key executives, indicating ongoing financial and managerial challenges within the channel.
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The PEMRA Ordinance 2002 outlines a comprehensive framework to enhance information, education, and entertainment standards within Pakistan's media landscape. It emphasizes providing diverse news and current affairs options to the public, facilitating broader access to mass media across rural and urban areas, and promoting good governance through accountability and transparency.
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— Nawa-i-Waqt journalist, Zeeshan Ashraf Butt, was shot dead by Begowala Union Council Chairman Imran Aslam Cheema after a heated exchange during an interview. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.
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