ISLAMABAD: The death anniversary of renowned journalist, analyst and columnist Mir Jamilur Rahman will be observed today (Monday). He had passed away on December 12 last year after a brief illness. Mir Jamilur Rahman had started his journalistic career under his elder brother and founder editor of the Jang Group of Newspapers Mir Khalilur Rahman […]
Karachi: White Ribbon Campaign Pakistan, in collaboration with the British High Commission organised a training workshop for journalists on the issues related to gender equity and equality in Pakistan, here on Saturday. It was the first module of a series of three such workshops and the remaining two sessions would be held in next two […]
Andleeb Abbas There is a huge opportunity for channels that dare to be different, that decide to risk a new approach, that try to balance the negative with the positive, that try to have discussions with rules of ethical conduct in their talk shows and other programmes How loud and low can you get on […]
A vicious propaganda is being carried out on the media against President Zardari in the wake of his departure to Dubai for a routine medical check-up. It seems that many Dr Goebbles are present in our era with the same irrational approach. They are using this platform for hate-mongering. There is a freedom of expression […]
KARACHI : Sindh Minister for Youth Affair Syed Faisal Ali Sabzwari said that in present scenario, media has really become the fourth pillar of state. There is a great need for capable and trained young journalists and the media training would prove fruitful for the professional affairs of the journalist. He said this during ceremony […]
ISLAMABAD: The second ‘Training Programme for Young Writers’ organised by the Dawah Academy of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) concluded here on Wednesday. IIUI Rector Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik presided over the ceremony while IIUI Acting President Dr Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman was the chief guest on the occasion. Faculty members and administrative officers […]
The blocking of British Broadcasting Corporation is outrageous, beyond comprehension and a blatant attack on the freedom of speech and expression. The allegations that BBC has been involved in ‘maligning’ and defaming Pakistan by distorting facts about the actual ground situation are entirely baseless, groundless and unfounded. No systematic propaganda campaign by BBC against Pakistan […]
THE regression in PTV affairs has now echoed through the parliament. Minister for Information and Broadcasting Firdous Ashiq Awan told the National Assembly that the state-run corporation was facing severe financial constraints and that it was finding it difficult to compete with private sector channels (Nov 26). To questions by lawmakers on the state of […]
A seminar on ‘Indian media and its impact over Pakistani culture’ was held recently at Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari Institute of Technology (Kasbit). The famous drama artist and comedian Ayaz Khan was the chief guest. A large number of Kasbit students and teachers attended the seminar. On the occasion, Ayaz Khan, addressing in his typical […]
KARACHI: The Asia News Network/China Daily is organising a grand photo competition in Beijing in collaboration with 21 leading Asian newspapers in 18 countries, a communication received here said. The theme of the contest is ‘Changing Asia’ and it is open to professional photojournalists and freelancers. The contestants may submit photos till Jan 31. The […]
KARACHI: An Art for charity exhibition has been organised by Dawn at the Karachi Expo Centre during the UAE expo inaugurated by the prime minister on Wednesday. The exhibition will continue till Dec 2. The exhibition is part of the national effort to provide assistance to the victims of the devastating natural calamities – the […]
KARACHI: Sindh Information Minister Shazia Atta Marri said on Saturday that the role of the journalists for the restoration of democratcy is unforgettable and laudable. ”Journalits upheld the flag of truth and democracy in tought times. Organising entertainment programmes and ceremonies for journalists and their familes is a positive act. The programes like family gala […]
PESHAWAR: The media persons from Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and the Tribal Union of Journalists (TUJ) are being trained to build the capacity of journalists of these regions and to reduce the risks to their lives by monitoring attacks on media. Intermedia, an Islamabad-based media development organization launched three-day training for the presidents of […]
ISLAMABAD: Terming media an integral part and pre-condition for strong and stable democracy in a society, German ambassador Dr Michael Koch on Friday said that Germany actively supported the independent media in Pakistan. “Pakistani media enjoy enough independence and is a source of hope for the long-term democracy in the country,” he stated this while […]
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