The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, in collaboration with the Culture Department, Government of Sindh, organised a day trip for journalists to Keenjhar Lake and Makli Graveyard to provide them
The Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors (AEMEND) on October 17 elected Azhar Abbas as president and Tariq
The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) on October 13 directed all satellite television channels to avoid broadcasting, rebroadcasting or
KARACHI: Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) and Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST University) signed a Letter
A seminar at the University of Karachi on October 9 called for effective legislation, stronger law enforcement and public education
The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, in collaboration with the Culture Department, Government of Sindh, organised a day trip for journalists to Keenjhar Lake and Makli Graveyard to provide them with a break from their demanding work schedules and an opportunity to explore Sindh’s cultural heritage. Participants visited Keenjhar Lake, known for its natural beauty, and the historic Makli Graveyard,
The Lahore High Court (LHC) banned video recording, photography and TikTok content creation across its premises, including courtrooms, corridors, waiting areas and offices, under a circular authorised by Chief Justice Aalia Neelum and issued by Registrar Abdul Rahim. The ban applies to lawyers, police officers, journalists, litigants and visitors, except in a designated area for
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) introduced a benchmark tax rate of Rs 195 for every 1,000 monetised YouTube views as part of new rules for taxing social media income. Under a notification issued by FBR on September 23, the rules apply to income-generating social media content. Creators can deduct up to 30% of their
Pakistan Television (PTV) plans to collaborate with universities across the country to provide media and communication students with practical training, industry exposure and professional opportunities. The proposal was discussed during a meeting in Islamabad between PTV Head Adil Shahzeb and Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training Wajiha Qamar. Shahzeb highlighted the potential
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) arrested 39 people, including a woman, during a raid on an alleged illegal call centre in Lahore involved in blackmail using digital loan applications and AI-generated obscene images. The warrant-backed raid led to the seizure of 40 laptops and 41 mobile phones for forensic analysis. The suspects allegedly
Punjab University (PU), in collaboration with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), organised an awareness walk against cyber harassment, digital blackmail, online fraud, cyberbullying and misuse of social media, with strong participation from female students. Dean Faculty of Health Sciences Prof Dr Rehan Sadiq Sheikh, Director Pakistan Study Centre Prof Dr Amjad Abbas Magsi,
Islamabad Police introduced a comprehensive social media policy banning the use of social media for officers and officials across all ranks; violations are subject to departmental action. The policy, approved by the Deputy Inspector General of Police Headquarters, bars personnel from speaking at public forums, publishing articles or issuing statements on social media without prior
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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