CPNE

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

PPP believes in freedom of media and would extend all possible cooperation for ensuring freedom of expression, says FM

President Alvi, FM Bilawal express hope fresh leadership of media body will fulfill its responsibilities

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