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Daily Archives: November 26, 2013

3G auction: International consortium chosen as consultant

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ISLAMABAD: In the first practical step towards the much-awaited auction of next generation mobile services (3G), Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Monday completed the evaluation process for the selection of a consultant. The selection has been made following a detailed review of financial bids opened on November 23 in the presence of all five bidders […]


Punjab Governor to chair media awards ceremony today

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LAHORE: Punjab Governor Chaudhary Muhammad Sarwar will chair the ceremony of First Lake City Media Awards 2013 being held on Tuesday (today) at Lake City Golf & Country Club, Raiwind Road. All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) former Chairman and the Chief Executive of The Lake City Holdings (PVT) Limited Mr. Gohar Ejaz is organizing […]


Indian media team visits Port Grand

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A 14-member delegation of Indian journalists, on a visit to Pakistan, visited the Port Grand on Monday. The Indian media delegation accompanied by office-bearers of Karachi Press Club enjoyed the Hi-Tea in the Tavern built by one and half century old wood and stone which was taken out from the old Napier Mole Bridge during […]


Irregular appointments: IHC issues notice to PTV administration

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ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday issued a pre-admission notice to Pakistan Television Network (PTV)’s acting managing director (MD) in response to a petition challenging appointments in the PTV sports channel. The petitioners – Shahid Mehmood and others, working in PTV sports channel as senior producers – filed a petition through their counsel […]


Indian journalists visit Jang, Geo offices

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Karachi: The 14 Indian journalists visiting Pakistan on an exchange programme paid a visit to the offices of Jang group on Monday where they talked at length with their Pakistani counterparts about the scenario of media in both the countries. The visiting journalists were particularly interested in jingoism and nationalism, claiming it has prevented objectivity […]


Journalists explore Pakistan-India peace prospects

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LAHORE: Journalists discussed on Monday options and possibilities for peace with India through the mass media at the concluding day of the 4th International Literary and Cultural Conference at Alhamra Art Centre. Columnist Attaul Haq Qasmi suggested a visa-free travel arrangement between India and Pakistan, and to reach that point, he said, hatred between the […]


LHC issues notices to PCCB, fed govt again

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LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Monday again issued notices to Pakistan Central Censor Board (PCCB) chairman and the federal government for submitting replies in response to a petition challenging smuggling of Indian films and their exhibition in Pakistan. The court had already directed the respondents to make sure implementation of relevant laws for […]


Indian journalists gift currency to SBP Museum

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A group of Indian journalists on Monday gifted Indian currency notes for showcase at the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) Museum. On the invitation of Karachi Press Club, a 14-member delegation of Indian journalist is on Pakistan’s visit. During the delegation’s visit to the museum Gurbir Singh, President, Mumbai Press Club, and leader of the […]