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Daily Archives: February 11, 2025

Journalists Announce Three-Day Hunger Strike Against PECA Amendments

Joining a nationwide action initiated by the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ), the Karachi Union of Journalists (KUJ) has announced a three-day hunger strike camp at the Karachi Press Club. This protest is against the “draconian” amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA). The strike, running daily from 11 am to 5 pm, […]


Law Minister Indicates Possible Amendments to PECA 2025 as Government Engages in Stakeholder Talks

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On February 11, the Minister for Law and Justice, Azam Nazir Tarar, indicated potential amendments to the controversial Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2025, following widespread concerns. Minister Tarar noted discussions involving the Interior Ministry and Information Ministry and stakeholders were in progress to address the reservations concerning PECA. He said that further amendments could proceed to Parliament […]


Civil Society Condemns Threats to Journalist and HRCP Co-Chair Munizae Jahangir

Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) is concerned by the threats issued to the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) co-chair and anchorperson at Aaj TV, Munizae Jahangir. In the wake of the threats, Civil society organizations, advocacy groups, and media bodies have condemned the threats to Jahangir. In a statement, the Network of Women Journalists for Digital Rights condemned the “vile and […]