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Daily Archives: June 29, 2024

Federal Information Minister Assures Formation of Committee for Journalists’ Protection Amid Reporters National Assembly Walkout

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Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar assured journalists about establishing a committee to protect journalists, addressing reporters’ concerns during a protest at the National Assembly on June 28. Reporters covering parliamentary activities staged a walkout from the National Assembly’s Press Gallery, voicing fears over their safety and working environment in Parliament House. Addressing the […]


PTA Proposes 15-Year Licenses for WhatsApp, Netflix, and More Under New Internet Rules

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On June 26, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) proposed a new regulatory framework for Over-The-Top (OTT) services in Pakistan, encompassing widespread communication, application, and media platforms, with a proposed 15-year license requirement for operation in the country. The framework categorizes OTT services into three distinct groups. First, OTT Communication Services (OCS), which include real-time communication platforms like WhatsApp, […]


Protective Bail Granted to PPP MNA and Sons in Journalist Nasrullah Gadani’s Murder Case

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On June 28, the Sindh High Court (SHC) granted protective bail to Khalid Ahmad Loond, a Member of the National Assembly (MNA) from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), and his two sons in the murder case of journalist Nasrullah Gadani. The bail was set against a surety bond of Rs50,000 each for ten days. The double bench, […]