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Expresses deep concerns that the bill would provide administration with unchecked authority against dissenting voices
Urges newly elected govts to resolve issues confronting print media
Journalist groups decide to jointly resist ‘attack on media from state or non-state actors’
PFUJ, CPNE, and AEMEND condemn ban on court coverage in cipher case
Minister Ahmad assures CPNE that Sindh govt is well aware of their problems
Consul general gives reassurance that China would continue its unequivocal support for development of Pakistan.
Mustafa Kamal laments financial resources not being transferred to grassroots level
Says Anwaarul Haq Kakar has been fed misleading information about the media
Kakar emphasizes crucial role of newspapers in fostering environment where diverse opinions are heard
Minister says newspapers are the most ‘reliable source of news’
Irshad Arif elected president, Ejazul Haq secretary general
President Alvi, FM Bilawal express hope fresh leadership of media body will fulfill its responsibilities
PPP believes in freedom of media and would extend all possible cooperation for ensuring freedom of expression, says FM
PM Shehbaz felicitates office-bearers, says govt believes in protecting press freedom
Information minister says a summary of 25% increase in advertisement rates of newspapers and magazines was sent to PM
In a meeting with CPNE delegation, premier vows best possible protection for journalists against unwarranted actions
Former premier terms false propaganda and fake news a big issue
Conference participants condemn kidnapping, murder of journalists in Pakistan
In its latest report, media body says journalists are at risk of economic collapse
Demands impartial inquiry into past and present government’s advertisement policy
Committee comprises PBA, CPNE, APNS, AEMEND, PFUJ
Any news site activated for more than six months will be considered eligible for advertisements, says info minister
Govt wants to stop the spread of propaganda and fake news, says Farrukh Habib
Says will initiate contempt proceeding against govt in case of non-compliance
Corrupt elements conspiring to overturn PM-approved payment system, says council of newspaper editors
The resolution passed in the meeting stated that local newspapers were like learning institutions for journalists
Welcomes notification to pay remaining 15% to the relevant advertising agency as commission
Dr Jabbar appeals to CM Shah to allow vendors to continue their work for smooth distribution of newspapers
Slams govt attempt to control editorial policy through official advertisements
Asks government to refrain from making ‘such dictatorial black laws’
Arif Nizami calls a meeting of council’s standing committee on Thursday
Demand the government to withdraw the announcement
Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan assures media of government’s support for responsible journalism
SC had taken a suo motu notice of issue, ordered payment of bills within four weeks but orders still not implemented
The adviser said the first tranche of the outstanding dues of media houses would be paid before Eidul Fitr
Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan assures council’s president that govt believes in freedom of expression, press
Editors call for transparency in distribution of Punjab government ads to newspapers
Council regrets it received no reply from govt to its suggestions
Justice Nisar says steps taken to resolve issues of media-persons
CPNE secretary general urges media to sensitise people, govt on the issue
Fawad Chaudhry suggests ‘conducting research’ to know causes of media meltdown
In a meeting with Fawad Chaudhry, Arif Nizami expresses concern over abolishing 25% ad quota for local newspapers
Journalist body hopes decision will be implemented to end industry’s crisis
Sindh govt assures demonstrators it will address newspaper industry’s concerns
Council describes decisions taken in proposed policy as commendable
Resolution stresses unity amongst all media teams, media organisations and other stakeholders
Secretary Information says CPNE to be consulted for devising fair distribution of ads
Demands that ads be distributed among provinces like NFC award
Says media organisations not consulted; fears curbs on press freedom
Demands that journalist’s name be removed from no-fly list