Media bodies have voiced significant apprehensions regarding the newly implemented “Balochistan Advertising Policy 2026,” which commenced on July 1. The policy introduces an automated system for issuing all “Tender Notices,
Former Pakistan Test captain Wasim Akram publicly refuted false rumours of his death, which were circulated on social media. He
The management of Ufone and Telenor Pakistan submitted an application to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to rebrand their newly
In a hearing before the Council of Complaints, Geo News offered its unqualified admission of mistake and tendered an unconditional
On June 29, the Punjab Assembly witnessed another day of intense exchanges as discussions on the proposed Punjab Control of
Media bodies have voiced significant apprehensions regarding the newly implemented “Balochistan Advertising Policy 2026,” which commenced on July 1. The policy introduces an automated system for issuing all “Tender Notices, Auction Notices, Pre-Qualification Notices, and Advertisements of Expression of Interest (EOI),” which is feared to severely impact the financial stability of newspapers and potentially distance the provincial government from the
The journalistic community and political leaders across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are mourning the loss of Tariq Mateen, senior journalist and Deputy News Editor of Daily Mashriq, who passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest. Dignitaries, including Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi, Federal Minister for SAFRON Amir Muqam, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, and
In a significant development aimed at bolstering journalists’ welfare, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi approved establishing an endowment fund specifically for working journalists. This decision was announced during a meeting with a delegation from the Peshawar Press Club, led by its President M. Riaz. The chief minister agreed in principle to a proposal
The Chairman of the District Council Kashmore inaugurated a newly installed solar power system at the Kandhkot Press Club (KPC), marking a significant advancement in promoting sustainable energy and supporting the local journalist community. The initiative aims to provide an uninterrupted power supply, enhancing the working environment for media professionals, particularly during frequent electricity outages.
On June 29, Geo News shared that it has been the target of repeated hacking attempts over the past 10 days. These attempts have focused on compromising the organisation’s websites and social media platforms to upload unauthorised content chosen by the hackers. The digital team at Geo News has actively countered these threats and successfully
On June 29, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) released an advisory for WhatsApp users concerning the potential impact on accounts linked to inactive or unregistered SIM cards. The advisory warns that WhatsApp accounts associated with blocked or deactivated SIMs may become inaccessible, urging users to take precautionary measures to avoid unexpected account logouts. PTA officials
On June 28, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, extended his congratulations to Shahab-ud-Din on his recent election as President of the Provincial Assembly Press Gallery. The Governor also congratulated Azhar Ali Shah and Arsalan Khan on their appointments as Secretary and Coordinator, respectively. Governor Kundi expressed his best wishes for the success of the
On June 28, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, extended his congratulations to Shahab-ud-Din on his recent election as President of the Provincial Assembly Press Gallery. The Governor also congratulated
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