Latest in: Journalism
Ayaz Amir, a widely respected journalist, was left with bruises on his face and a torn shirt when “unidentified men” beat...
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Virgin Atlantic starts operations between Britain and Pakistan
British airline Virgin Atlantic has started its operations in Pakistan on Friday, becoming the latest international airline to start serving passengers in the South Asian country. The airline will operate eight weekly flights to Pakistan. The...December 12, 2020 416 0 -
CPJ demands swift and safe release of abducted Pakistani journalist Matiullah Jan
Amid growing concern over the safety of abducted Pakistani journalist Matiullah Jan, the Committee to Protect Journalists has asked Pakistan authorities to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the disappearance. “The abduction of Matiullah Jan...July 21, 2020 1006 0 -
Pakistan’s first Sikh female journalist makes it to UK organization’s list of influential personalities
In an encouraging sign for Pakistan’s minority communities, the country’s first Sikh female journalist, Manmeet Kaur, has been nominated for a prestigious award in the United Kingdom. Journalist Manmeet Kaur, 25, has been selected as...May 15, 2020 1406 0 -
UN alarmed as governments charge, arrest journalists for criticizing COVID-19 responses
As the coronavirus pandemic rages on, governments in several countries are reacting ham-handedly to media accounts critical of their responses and nearly 40 journalists have reportedly been arrested or charged. The United Nations and International Press...April 26, 2020 1769 0 -
Covering corruption, crime, politics more dangerous for journalists than war reporting – New report
Journalists reporting on local beats like corrupt practices, crimes and politics face more dangers than those working in war zones, a UNESCO analysis of attacks against media persons around the world shows. The stunning report reveals...January 21, 2020 801 1 -
Pakistani-American journalist Amna Nawaz to co-moderate Democratic presidential debate
Pakistan-American Amna Nawaz, who is working as senior Public Broadcasting Service National Correspondent, will co-moderate December 19 Democratic presidential primary debate along with three other seasoned journalists. Amna Nawaz is the first ever South Asian to...December 5, 2019 2245 0 -
Indian gags fail to suppress Kashmiris’ desire to determine their destiny
In a rare first-hand account by a Western journalist, an American magazine has revealed harrowing Indian state repression against the people of Kashmir, which since August 5 revocation of its autonomy has been virtually cut off...December 4, 2019 873 0
