New York Times opens 2025 fellowship for emerging journalists CPJ slams Turkey’s seizure of TELE1, calls for journalist’s release Alfred Friendly launches 2026 fellowship for exiled journalists in America Harvard invites applications for 2026 Nieman Journalism Fellowships IFJ, global unions urge ASEAN to reject Myanmar junta’s planned sham election Justice denied: Mother of slain journalist Arshad Sharif dies awaiting accountability CNN's Christiane Amanpour reveals recurrence of ovarian cancer PSL's decline: From cricket's bright promise to bureaucratic mediocrity and franchise crisis Journalists and rights activists demand withdrawal of fabricated case against Matiullah Jan PTV journalist faces backlash for calling late SP Adeel Akbar ‘coward and fool’
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Sindh Police arrest four suspects in journalist Imtiaz Mir murder case

Sindh Police arrest four suspects in journalist Imtiaz Mir murder case

 Published yesterday:  Sindh Police arrested four suspects linked to a banned outfit in the murder of journalist Imtiaz Mir, who was shot in Karachi in September 2025.

Justice denied: Mother of slain journalist Arshad Sharif dies awaiting accountability

Justice denied: Mother of slain journalist Arshad Sharif dies awaiting accountability

 Published 3 days ago:  Riffat Ara Alvi, the mother of slain Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif, has died, ending her relentless fight for justice following his killing in Kenya in 2022.

Journalists and rights activists demand withdrawal of fabricated case against Matiullah Jan

Journalists and rights activists demand withdrawal of fabricated case against Matiullah Jan

 Published 4 days ago:  Veteran journalists and rights activists urge authorities to quash the fabricated drug case against Matiullah Jan, calling it an attack on media freedom.

PTV journalist faces backlash for calling late SP Adeel Akbar ‘coward and fool’

PTV journalist faces backlash for calling late SP Adeel Akbar ‘coward and fool’

 Published 4 days ago:  PTV journalist Najam Wali Khan faces social media backlash after calling late SP Adeel Akbar a coward and a fool following his alleged suicide in Islamabad.

Independent and unbroken: JournalismPakistan.com turns 16

Independent and unbroken: JournalismPakistan.com turns 16

 Published 4 days ago:  JournalismPakistan.com celebrates 16 years of independent reporting and media insight. Founded in 2009, the platform has weathered censorship, cyberattacks, and financial pressures to remain a trusted space for all who love and follow the media.

PFUJ calls for urgent appointment of ITNE judge amid case backlog

PFUJ calls for urgent appointment of ITNE judge amid case backlog

 Published 6 days ago:  PFUJ calls for the immediate appointment of an ITNE judge, warning of a serious case backlog affecting journalists and media workers seeking justice across Pakistan.

92 News apologizes to Maryam Nawaz over false Toshakhana watch report

92 News apologizes to Maryam Nawaz over false Toshakhana watch report

 Published last week:  92 News apologizes to Maryam Nawaz for falsely claiming she bought a Toshakhana watch at Rs45,000, correcting the misinformation aired in 2022.

Ishrat Fatima’s enduring voice rises above the noise of fake news

Ishrat Fatima’s enduring voice rises above the noise of fake news

 Published last week:  Fake news falsely claimed Ishrat Fatima’s death, sparking outrage. Colleagues condemn digital misinformation and honor her enduring legacy.

Matiullah Jan booked in fake terror and sedition case after exposing police crackdown

Matiullah Jan booked in fake terror and sedition case after exposing police crackdown

 Published last week:  Pakistani journalist Matiullah Jan faces fake terror and sedition charges after exposing police violence during PTI protests in Islamabad’s D-Chowk.

No justice, no closure for Arshad Sharif’s widow Javeria Siddique

No justice, no closure for Arshad Sharif’s widow Javeria Siddique

 Published last week:  Three years after journalist Arshad Sharif was shot dead in Kenya, his widow Javeria Siddique still awaits justice as courts and investigations drag on.

Senior DawnNews journalist Sanaullah Khan quits, raising press freedom alarm

Senior DawnNews journalist Sanaullah Khan quits, raising press freedom alarm

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Senior DawnNews journalist Sanaullah Khan resigns after 14 years, highlighting press freedom challenges and rising pressure on independent media in Pakistan.

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IFJ, global unions urge ASEAN to reject Myanmar junta’s planned sham election

IFJ, global unions urge ASEAN to reject Myanmar junta’s planned sham election

 October 27, 2025:  IFJ and over 300 global unions urge ASEAN to reject the Myanmar junta’s sham 2025 election, calling it an illegal attempt to legitimize military rule.

Injured broadcaster dies after shooting attack in Philippines

Injured broadcaster dies after shooting attack in Philippines

 October 23, 2025:  IFJ and NUJP condemn the killing of Filipino broadcaster Noel Bellen Samar in Albay, urging swift justice and stronger protections for journalists in the Philippines.

Second media worker killed in Afghanistan as cross-border tensions escalate

Second media worker killed in Afghanistan as cross-border tensions escalate

 October 17, 2025:  Afghan media worker Abdul Zahir Safi was killed in Kabul, the second journalist slain in two days amid rising Afghanistan-Pakistan border tensions.

Afghan journalist killed reporting Pakistan border conflict

Afghan journalist killed reporting Pakistan border conflict

 October 16, 2025:  Afghan journalist Abdul Ghafoor Abed was killed and another was injured while covering Taliban-Pakistan border clashes, prompting the IFJ to demand protection for media.

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CPJ slams Turkey’s seizure of TELE1, calls for journalist’s release

CPJ slams Turkey’s seizure of TELE1, calls for journalist’s release

 October 29, 2025:  CPJ calls on Turkey to release journalist Merdan Yanardag and return control of TELE1, after his arrest on espionage charges and state media takeover.

CNN's Christiane Amanpour reveals recurrence of ovarian cancer

CNN's Christiane Amanpour reveals recurrence of ovarian cancer

 October 26, 2025:  CNN’s Christiane Amanpour reveals her ovarian cancer has returned but says it’s being well-managed, urging greater awareness and early diagnosis.

Two Ukrainian journalists killed in Russian drone strike in Kramatorsk

Two Ukrainian journalists killed in Russian drone strike in Kramatorsk

 October 23, 2025:  Two Ukrainian journalists were killed in a Russian drone strike in Kramatorsk. FREEDOM TV’s Alyona Gramova and Yevgeny Karmazin died while reporting.

Three journalists in Turkey face death threats; CPJ demands action

Three journalists in Turkey face death threats; CPJ demands action

 October 23, 2025:  CPJ calls on Turkish authorities to protect journalists Rabia Önver, Şule Aydın, and Murat Ağırel after death threats and reports of planned attacks.

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PSL's decline: From cricket's bright promise to bureaucratic mediocrity and franchise crisis

PSL's decline: From cricket's bright promise to bureaucratic mediocrity and franchise crisis

 October 25, 2025:  PSL faces a crisis as the Multan Sultans dispute escalates while the RCB sale rumors swirl. Inside cricket's biggest franchise controversies and valuation battles.

Why Pakistan cricket is failing: 'Fiat Cannot Outrun Ferrari' — The science gap destroying Shaheen Afridi's generation

Why Pakistan cricket is failing: 'Fiat Cannot Outrun Ferrari' — The science gap destroying Shaheen Afridi's generation

 October 14, 2025:  Pakistan cricket's tragic decline: How systemic neglect and scientific ignorance destroyed Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and a generation of talent while rivals embraced biomechanics.

Wazir Mohammad (1929-2025): The quiet patriarch who gave Pakistan its cricketing soul

Wazir Mohammad (1929-2025): The quiet patriarch who gave Pakistan its cricketing soul

 October 13, 2025:  Wazir Mohammad, Pakistan's oldest Test cricketer and the eldest of the legendary Mohammad brothers, passes away at 95 in Solihull. A tribute to cricket's quiet patriarch.

Pakistan Super League faces collapse as cricket managers fail to grasp modern game's scientific revolution

Pakistan Super League faces collapse as cricket managers fail to grasp modern game's scientific revolution

 October 12, 2025:  Pakistan Super League faces collapse as PCB leadership fails to understand modern cricket's scientific revolution. From the PKR 9B broadcasting crisis to medical failures.

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The surge of independent media in Asia: A new dawn for journalism

The surge of independent media in Asia: A new dawn for journalism

 Discover how independent media outlets in Asia are transforming journalism by breaking barriers and shaping public opinion. Learn about the challenges and triumphs of these new voices in the media landscape.

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Stay safe online: Strategies for managing your digital footprint

Stay safe online: Strategies for managing your digital footprint

 August 03, 2024:  Learn how to manage your digital footprint on social media with these essential tips. Protect your privacy, enhance your online reputation, and ensure your digital presence reflects who you truly are.

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Media Hall of ShameA Chronicle
Media indifference disturbing

Media indifference disturbing

 April 15, 2012:  There's public outcry over the media's failure to properly cover the tragic burial of 138 Pakistan Army soldiers under an avalanche at Siachen Glacier. Initial shock turns to anger as national dailies bury the story and electronic media barely mention it, focusing instead on political scandals.

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Media in the Digital Age
Smaller websites see sharp traffic drops after Google AI search rollout

Smaller websites see sharp traffic drops after Google AI search rollout

 October 22, 2025:  Smaller websites are losing traffic as Google’s AI-powered search summaries rise. Studies show sharp drops in clicks and visibility for independent publishers.

The ethics of AI-generated news content: Balancing innovation and responsibility

The ethics of AI-generated news content: Balancing innovation and responsibility

 October 01, 2025:  Explore the ethics of AI-generated news. Learn how innovation, transparency, and accountability shape the future of journalism in the AI era.

The future of investigative reporting in a clickbait culture

The future of investigative reporting in a clickbait culture

 September 17, 2025:  Can investigative journalism survive clickbait culture? Explore the challenges, solutions, and future of reporting in the digital era.

The rise of mobile-first journalism: What newsrooms must prioritize

The rise of mobile-first journalism: What newsrooms must prioritize

 September 15, 2025:  Mobile-first journalism is redefining news. Discover key priorities, challenges, and skills newsrooms must embrace to engage mobile audiences.

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Ishrat Fatima’s enduring voice rises above the noise of fake news

Ishrat Fatima’s enduring voice rises above the noise of fake news

 October 20, 2025:  Fake news falsely claimed Ishrat Fatima’s death, sparking outrage. Colleagues condemn digital misinformation and honor her enduring legacy.

Maleeha Hashmey alleges state harassment, travel ban, and SIM blocking

Maleeha Hashmey alleges state harassment, travel ban, and SIM blocking

 September 26, 2025:  Broadcast journalist Maleeha Hashmey alleges harassment in Pakistan, citing travel ban, frozen bank accounts, and SIM blocking amid growing concerns over press freedom.

Freezing Meher Bokhari’s account: What Pakistan’s clampdown on journalists really aims to achieve

Freezing Meher Bokhari’s account: What Pakistan’s clampdown on journalists really aims to achieve

 September 18, 2025:  Meher Bokhari’s frozen account exposes Pakistan’s deepening media clampdown. Why are journalists facing bans, no-fly lists, and financial blockades?

Samina Pasha says bank account frozen after Cyber Crime Agency complaint

Samina Pasha says bank account frozen after Cyber Crime Agency complaint

 September 13, 2025:  Pakistani journalist Samina Pasha says her bank account was frozen by NCCIA, calling it part of efforts to silence critical media voices.

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 New York Times opens 2025 fellowship for emerging journalists

New York Times opens 2025 fellowship for emerging journalists

 October 29, 2025:  The New York Times is accepting applications for its 2025 fellowship, a one-year journalism training program for emerging reporters, editors, and visual journalists. Deadline: November 19, 2025.

Alfred Friendly launches 2026 fellowship for exiled journalists in America

Alfred Friendly launches 2026 fellowship for exiled journalists in America

 October 29, 2025:  Alfred Friendly Press Partners invites exiled journalists in the US to apply for its 2026 four-week fellowship offering training, support, and a $2,000 stipend.

Harvard invites applications for 2026 Nieman Journalism Fellowships

Harvard invites applications for 2026 Nieman Journalism Fellowships

 October 28, 2025:  Harvard University opens 2026 Nieman Fellowship applications for journalists worldwide. Apply by December 1, 2025 (international) or January 31, 2026 (U.S.) to join the prestigious program.

Stringer Foundation grants support courageous journalists

Stringer Foundation grants support courageous journalists

 October 16, 2025:  Apply by Dec 31, 2025, for Stringer Foundation grants supporting courageous journalists reporting human rights abuses, corruption, and global threats.

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Journalists We LostA Chronicle
Yaqoob Shehzad of Express News murdered in Hafizabad

Yaqoob Shehzad of Express News murdered in Hafizabad

 October 06, 2014: Yaqoob Shehzad, a correspondent for Express News Television and chairman of the Hafizabad Press Club, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Hafizabad. This tragic incident highlights the increasing dangers faced by journalists in Pakistan, now rated the most deadly country for media professionals by the International Federation of Journalists.

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Wind-up journalism! Janu Journalism, our cheeky mascot, takes a witty jab at Pakistan’s anchor culture and media control. Watch, laugh, and share!

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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. 

 

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Journalists Under AttackA Chronicle
It is a miracle I am still alive: Anwar Shakir

It is a miracle I am still alive: Anwar Shakir

 January 19, 2018: Anwar Shakir, a journalist from South Waziristan, faced severe threats, and kidnappings, and was shot in the chest due to his reporting. Now living in Islamabad, he struggles with financial and health issues while receiving little support from journalist unions. His story highlights the urgent need for better safety and welfare measures for journalists in conflict zones.See more

Media LayoffsA Chronicle
PFUJ condemns layoffs at Geo, Neo and Nai Baat

PFUJ condemns layoffs at Geo, Neo and Nai Baat

 August 03, 2018:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has condemned the retrenchment of Geo TV employees, accusing the channel of contempt of court. Alongside Geo, Nai Baat and Neo TV have also sacked staff. PFUJ demands the reinstatement of employees and payment of salaries as ordered by the Supreme Court of Pakistan.

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Razia Bhatti: A courageous trailblazing editor
Razia Bhatti: A courageous trailblazing editor

Razia Bhatti, a pioneering Pakistani journalist, edited the Herald for 12 years before founding Newsline magazine. Known for her courage and dedication, Bhatti was honored with the 'Courage in Journalism' award in 1994. Her untimely death at 52 marked the end of a golden chapter in Pakistani journalism.

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Welcome to the second episode of 'Journalism in 60 Seconds' by JournalismPakistan.com! We’re diving into the 5 Ws and 1 H—the core questions every journalist needs to ask. If you're ready to strengthen your reporting skills, watch till the end.

Welcome to our latest video: Credibility Crisis - Why Pakistani media has lost its trust. This video delves into the key reasons behind Pakistan's decline in media credibility. Join us to understand the challenges and learn how we can work towards restoring integrity in journalism. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful content!

Join us as we honor the remarkable journey of journalist Tariq Hassan, who left an indelible mark on all who knew him. From his infectious smile to his unwavering dedication to his profession, this video tribute captures the essence of his life and the legacy he leaves behind.

Get ready to laugh out loud as we unveil the funniest media moments ever! From hilarious bloopers to epic fails, this video is a must-watch for all journalism and media lovers in Pakistan and those who love to laugh.

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