Articles by Pakistan Press Foundation
Tribal journalist killed in bomb blast
It is believed Nasrullah Khan Afridi was targeted because of his investigative reporting on militant organisations in Pakistan’s Tribal region.
Fifty-seven IFEX members and partners call on world authorities to help stop human rights violations and free expression abuses
Forty-two IFEX members and 15 partners appealed for global attention to stop detention, torture and threats to journalists and free expression activists, including to IFEX member Bahrain Centre for Human Rights.
Radio station in Charsadda bombed
Suspected militants blew up parts of the privately-owned radio station FM 93 Dilbar Radio after planting explosives around the building.
Private TV station’s broadcasts suspended by media regulatory authority
The Jang Media Group said the shutdown of AAG TV was part of the government’s ongoing campaign against the group.
Television network claims sports channel targeted by media regulatory authority
Geo Television Network accused PEMRA of refusing to grant its sport channel permission to transmit in Pakistan.
Thirty IFEX members call on authorities to respect and protect free expression as the country descends into further uncertainty
The implications for journalists covering demonstrations are unclear, and their ability to move around freely and safely cannot be guaranteed.
Journalist abducted for four hours
Muhammad Rafique Balouch was on his way to the Sindh High Court when four unidentified men stopped him, forced him into a car and blindfolded him.
Camera operator struck by stray bullet at Punjab Assembly premises
Mohammad Fayyaz Qamar, of Dunya News TV, was shot while reporting on the Punjab Assembly’s 23rd session.