‘Silenced’: Pakistan’s journalists decry new era of censorship
5 years, 7 months ago

‘Silenced’: Pakistan’s journalists decry new era of censorship

Al Jazeera  

Journalists tell Al Jazeera coverage of opposition leaders and civil society dissenters ‘banned’ by government and army. A sustained campaign These were the latest incidents in what journalists in Pakistan described to Al Jazeera as a sustained campaign of censorship that has targeted news organisations across the board, banning coverage of opposition politicians – and dissent more generally – under the aegis of Prime Minister Imran Khan‘s government and the country’s powerful military. In response to Al Jazeera’s questions, Pakistan’s military spokesperson said the “ undertakes such regulatory measures as per law”. “ISPR interacts with news media as official mouthpiece of military to share military’s perspective on various security issues,” said Major General Asif Ghafoor. “The media in Pakistan is not just free, but sometimes out of control.” Days later, media rights group Reporters Without Borders termed that claim “an obscenity” in an open letter to Khan, documenting a series of attacks on press freedom perpetrated during Khan’s tenure, including legal cases against journalists, suspension of news channels and fatal attacks on reporters.

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Pakistan’s favorable trade status depends on progress in human rights, media freedom, EU says
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan’s favorable trade status depends on progress in human rights, media freedom, EU says

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — The European Union on Friday warned Pakistan that its status as a duty-free exporter to the bloc will continue to depend on the progress it makes in addressing concerns over civil and labor rights, and freedom of speech. The warning came at the end of a visit to Islamabad by Olof Skoog, the EU’s special representative for human …

Pakistan outlaws disinformation with three-year jail term
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan outlaws disinformation with three-year jail term

The Hindu  

Pakistan criminalised online disinformation on Tuesday, passing legislation that enshrines punishments of up to three years in prison, a decision journalists say is designed to crack down on dissent. Senior journalist Asif Bashir Chaudhry, a member of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists, told AFP the government had assured reporters they would be consulted but said they were "betrayed and …

Pakistani journalists protest after Senate passes bill allowing control over social media content
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pakistani journalists protest after Senate passes bill allowing control over social media content

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s upper house of parliament on Tuesday passed a controversial bill that critics argue is designed to suppress freedom of speech. The bill, which was passed by the lower house of parliament last Thursday, grants the government extensive powers to impose heavy fines and incarcerate social media users for spreading disinformation. Under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, …

Pakistan moves toward extensive social media regulation. Details here
2 months ago

Pakistan moves toward extensive social media regulation. Details here

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan's opposition said on Thursday the government is seeking to further suppress freedom of speech a day after it proposed sweeping controls on social media that could include blocking platforms and sending users to prison for spreading disinformation. The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, introduced in the National Assembly by Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar on Wednesday, would create an …

Pakistani government proposes sweeping controls on social media
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2 months ago

Pakistani government proposes sweeping controls on social media

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s opposition said Thursday the government is seeking to further suppress freedom of speech a day after it proposed sweeping controls on social media that could include blocking platforms and sending users to prison for spreading disinformation. The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, introduced in the National Assembly by Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar on Wednesday, would create …

Don’t cover Imran Khan’s PTI: Pakistan’s media told to censor popular ex-PM
1 year, 2 months ago

Don’t cover Imran Khan’s PTI: Pakistan’s media told to censor popular ex-PM

Al Jazeera  

Several journalists say they have been asked to impose near-blanket ban on the political party’s coverage ahead of February 8 elections. Mehmood is among multiple journalists working in newsrooms of different TV news channels and web outlets, who have told Al Jazeera of instructions they have received effectively imposing near-blanket censorship on coverage of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party ahead of …

Pakistan media watchdog bans coverage of 11 persons critical of military and previous government
1 year, 7 months ago

Pakistan media watchdog bans coverage of 11 persons critical of military and previous government

The Hindu  

Pakistan electronic media watchdog has stopped TV channels from giving air space to 11 people, including journalists, accused of criticising the military and the Shehbaz Sharif-led previous government and declared ‘proclaimed offenders’ or absconders by courts. The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority issued a directive on Saturday, citing a decision from the Sindh High Court that such people cannot enjoy …

Pakistan bans journalists on TV channels who are critical of military, Shehbaz Sharif government
1 year, 7 months ago

Pakistan bans journalists on TV channels who are critical of military, Shehbaz Sharif government

India TV News  

In a major blow to press freedom, cash-strapped Pakistan has directed electronic media to stop providing space to 11 people including journalists for their critical stance against the outgoing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led government and military. The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority -- an electronic media watchdog -- issued a directive on Saturday wherein it cited a decision from the …

Pakistan bans media broadcasts of ex-PM Imran Khan speeches
2 years ago

Pakistan bans media broadcasts of ex-PM Imran Khan speeches

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s media regulator banned broadcasts of former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s speeches as police arrived at one of his homes to deliver another court summons for the ousted premier, officials said Monday. The ban followed a particularly fiery speech by Khan, who has a large grassroots following, lambasting Sharif’s government and the country’s all-powerful military. Fawad Chaudhry, a …

Pakistan bans media broadcasts of ex-PM Imran Khan speeches
2 years ago

Pakistan bans media broadcasts of ex-PM Imran Khan speeches

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pakistan's media regulator banned media broadcasts of former Prime Minister …

Pakistan bans airing of Imran Khan speeches, suspends TV channel
2 years ago

Pakistan bans airing of Imran Khan speeches, suspends TV channel

Al Jazeera  

Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s media regulator has banned television channels from broadcasting speeches and news conferences by Imran Khan, accusing the former prime minister of attacking the state’s institutions and promoting hatred. The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority imposed the ban late on Sunday after Khan gave a speech in the eastern city of Lahore, where he alleged that former …

No Freedom of Speech in Pakistan? Broadcast of Imran Khan’s Speeches Banned by Electronic Media Watchdog
2 years ago

No Freedom of Speech in Pakistan? Broadcast of Imran Khan’s Speeches Banned by Electronic Media Watchdog

News 18  

Pakistan’s electronic media watchdog on Sunday banned satellite television channels from broadcasting speeches of ousted prime minister Imran Khan for allegedly making provocative statements against state institutions. According to sources at the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority, there is a complete ban on Khan’s broadcasts now as he was talking against state institutions. In its order, the regulatory body stated …

Pakistan media regulator bans broadcast of Imran Khan's speeches on TV channels
2 years ago

Pakistan media regulator bans broadcast of Imran Khan's speeches on TV channels

India Today  

The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority on Sunday imposed a ban on broadcasting speeches and press talks of former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan on all satellite TV channels. “It has been observed that Mr Imran Khan, Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, in his speeches/statements is continuously.levelling baseless allegations and spreading hate speech through his provocative statements against state institutions and …

Wikipedia again up and running as Pakistan lifts ban on site
2 years, 1 month ago

Wikipedia again up and running as Pakistan lifts ban on site

The Independent  

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US ‘concerned’ over Pakistan media curbs, attacks on journalists
2 years, 6 months ago

US ‘concerned’ over Pakistan media curbs, attacks on journalists

Al Jazeera  

US State Department spokesman says press freedom undermined after a TV channel sympathetic to Imran Khan was briefly blocked by the government. Islamabad, Pakistan – The United States has expressed concern over press freedom in Pakistan after a television channel considered to be sympathetic towards former Prime Minister Imran Khan was briefly blocked by the government. Paris-based media watchdog Reporters …

Pakistan regulator bans live telecast of Imran Khan’s speeches
2 years, 7 months ago

Pakistan regulator bans live telecast of Imran Khan’s speeches

Al Jazeera  

The former prime minister has been holding a series of rallies to protest against the arrest of his former chief of staff and alleged bias. Pakistan’s media regulatory body has imposed a ban on live telecast of Imran Khan’s speeches with immediate effect after the former prime minister criticised police and other state institutions in a speech in the capital, …

Media watchdog asks India to release Kashmiri journalist
3 years, 2 months ago

Media watchdog asks India to release Kashmiri journalist

The Independent  

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Opinion | Fake news factory: How Pakistan is misusing YouTube to spread lies about India
3 years, 3 months ago

Opinion | Fake news factory: How Pakistan is misusing YouTube to spread lies about India

India TV News  

Today I want to speak about the fake news factory that is being run by Pakistan. On Tuesday, the Centre blocked all these 20 YouTube channels and two Pakistani websites that were peddling fake and concocted stories against India. The next day, another YouTube channel Punchline posted this fake story: “200 Indian army jawans were converted to Islam in Kashmir”. …

Govt dismantles Pakistan-sponsored fake news network; blocks 20 YouTube channels, 2 websites
3 years, 3 months ago

Govt dismantles Pakistan-sponsored fake news network; blocks 20 YouTube channels, 2 websites

India TV News  

Highlights Action was taken under new IT rules Some of the blocked channels were being operated by anchors of Pakistani news channels 'Naya Pakistan' on YouTube had a combined subscriber base of over 35 lakh The government of India on Monday blocked 20 YoubTube channels and two websites in a closely coordinated effort between intelligence agencies and the Ministry of …

‘Chilling pattern’: Pakistani journalists ‘targeted’ by cyber law
3 years, 4 months ago

‘Chilling pattern’: Pakistani journalists ‘targeted’ by cyber law

Al Jazeera  

At least 23 journalists booked under the country’s draconian cyber-crime law in two years, according to a media rights watchdog. Islamabad, Pakistan – At least 23 Pakistani journalists have been “targeted” under the country’s draconian cyber-crime law in the last two years, establishing a “chilling pattern” of using the threat of legal action to silence dissent, a new report by …

Afghan journalists lament ‘bleak’ future for media under Taliban
3 years, 5 months ago

Afghan journalists lament ‘bleak’ future for media under Taliban

Al Jazeera  

New regime forces exodus of journalists from Afghanistan where a free press was one of the few real gains of Western occupation. Butler fears that, like Myanmar, the future of Afghanistan’s media is “bleak”, but he understands why so many journalists left both the countries, operating in exile. We have so many examples that the Taliban didn’t and still don’t …

‘Death knell’: Afghan journalists fear new Taliban media rules
3 years, 5 months ago

‘Death knell’: Afghan journalists fear new Taliban media rules

Al Jazeera  

Journalists, rights workers, worried that 11 new directives issued by the Taliban may lead to censorship of the media. In spite of Taliban promises of a “free and independent” media, journalists and media workers have faced detention, physical abuse and torture since the group took over Afghanistan six weeks ago. Mahdi said this reliance on force and aggression, “sends a …

Pakistani journalists oppose proposed law likely to further muzzle media
3 years, 6 months ago

Pakistani journalists oppose proposed law likely to further muzzle media

Firstpost  

The legislation envisages the establishment of a new regulatory body called the Pakistan Media Development Authority Islamabad: Hundreds of Pakistani journalists rallied outside parliament on Monday to reject a proposed law that critics say would further curtail media freedom if passed. Another journalists union leader, Afzal Butt, vowed to continue protesting the proposed law, which he said Khan’s government was …

Pakistan journalists protest against proposed new law
3 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan journalists protest against proposed new law

The Hindu  

Hundreds of journalists in Pakistan on Monday, September 14, 2021, protested in front of the Parliament against a proposed law that they said if enacted would drastically curtail press freedom in the country. Opposition leaders after boycotting the session also joined the media protest and in their speeches, they supported the concerns of journalists that the new law aimed to …

Al Jazeera condemns raid on its office by Tunisian forces
3 years, 8 months ago

Al Jazeera condemns raid on its office by Tunisian forces

Al Jazeera  

Al Jazeera Media Network dubs closure of its office in Tunis a ‘troubling escalation’ that will impede coverage of events in the country. Doha, Qatar – The Al Jazeera Media Network has condemned the storming of its office in the capital Tunis by security forces a day after President Kais Saied suspended Parliament and dismissed the prime minister. Here’s the …

Pakistan rejects naming of PM Khan as press freedom ‘predator’
3 years, 8 months ago

Pakistan rejects naming of PM Khan as press freedom ‘predator’

Al Jazeera  

Khan’s government rejects a Reporters Without Borders report, which lists him as one of the world’s 37 worst rulers when it comes to press freedom. Pakistan has vehemently rejected an international media watchdog’s report that lists Prime Minister Imran Khan on a list of the world’s 37 worst rulers when it comes to press freedom. The angry reaction from Khan’s …

Pakistan to ‘review’ controversial internet censorship rules
4 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan to ‘review’ controversial internet censorship rules

Al Jazeera  

Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s government says it will review new internet regulations that rights groups have decried as a draconian measure to limit freedom of speech and increase internet surveillance. Rights groups decried the rules as being violative of citizens’ freedom of expression rights and having been passed without adequate consultations with civil society, while technology companies – including tech …

Pakistan government urged to act over online hate campaign directed at Independent and BBC journalists
4 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan government urged to act over online hate campaign directed at Independent and BBC journalists

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Pakistan government has been …

Tech giants call for ‘changes’ to Pakistani censorship laws
4 years, 3 months ago

Tech giants call for ‘changes’ to Pakistani censorship laws

Al Jazeera  

A version of the new regulations was first passed in February but quickly rescinded by Prime Minister Khan after an outcry by rights groups. Islamabad, Pakistan – Tech giants Google, Facebook and others have sought “critical changes” to newly passed Pakistani internet regulations that broaden censorship and authorise widespread surveillance without judicial oversight, among other issues, in a new letter …

Pakistan’s new regulations aim to ‘silence the internet’
4 years, 3 months ago

Pakistan’s new regulations aim to ‘silence the internet’

Al Jazeera  

Increasingly in recent years, internet laws have been used to target journalists and rights activists who express dissent against the government. “They want to turn the internet into another PTV.” Amin-ul-Haque, Pakistan’s information technology minister, said the government supported freedom of speech, but would not tolerate certain forms of content. “Typically, consultations require drafts being circulated for public input, white …

Pakistan's supreme court orders release of detained TV mogul
4 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan's supreme court orders release of detained TV mogul

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pakistan s supreme court on …

Al Jazeera probe ‘professional’, says Malaysia police chief
4 years, 7 months ago

Al Jazeera probe ‘professional’, says Malaysia police chief

Al Jazeera  

Malaysia is investigating Qatar-based network over its report on treatment of migrant workers amid coronavirus pandemic. Malaysia’s police chief has insisted investigations into an Al Jazeera report are being conducted “professionally” and rejected concerns about worsening media freedom, a day after the broadcaster’s office was searched. Officials on Tuesday searched the Qatar-based broadcaster’s Kuala Lumpur office and seized two computers, …

Q&A: Senior Indian journalist Hartosh Singh Bal
4 years, 10 months ago

Q&A: Senior Indian journalist Hartosh Singh Bal

Al Jazeera  

Al Jazeera speaks to Hartosh Singh Bal, political editor of Caravan magazine, on the state of media and democracy. New Delhi, India – India’s Hindu nationalist government has been criticised for silencing dissent and undermining independent media, with critical journalists branded “anti-nationals” or charged under “anti-terror” laws. Before an abrupt decision to announce a coronavirus lockdown on March 24, Modi …

Pakistan government’s new social media rules draw criticism
5 years, 1 month ago

Pakistan government’s new social media rules draw criticism

Al Jazeera  

Digital-rights activists say the new rules will give the authorities unflinching powers to stifle social media. The new rules on social media are described by the authors as intended to prevent live streaming of online content relating to “terrorism, extremism, hate speech, defamation, fake news, incitement to violence and national security.” Social media companies will be obliged within 24 hours …

Media watchdog slams Pakistan’s curbs on news anchors
5 years, 4 months ago

Media watchdog slams Pakistan’s curbs on news anchors

Al Jazeera  

A media watchdog has condemned a decision by Pakistani authorities ordering news anchors not to express their opinions on air, the latest in a series of assaults on press freedom in the South Asian country. The statement by Reporters Without Borders, released on Tuesday, came after Pakistan‘s Electronic Media Regulatory Authority sent the directive to TV channels on Sunday, sparking …

Media watchdog slams Pakistan’s curbs on news anchors
5 years, 4 months ago

Media watchdog slams Pakistan’s curbs on news anchors

Al Jazeera  

A media watchdog has condemned a decision by Pakistani authorities ordering news anchors not to express their opinions on air, the latest in a series of assaults on press freedom in the South Asian country. The statement by Reporters Without Borders, released on Tuesday, came after Pakistan‘s Electronic Media Regulatory Authority sent the directive to TV channels on Sunday, sparking …

Pakistan bans Indian commentators from Pakistani news channels
5 years, 5 months ago

Pakistan bans Indian commentators from Pakistani news channels

Op India  

In an order dated August 8, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority has instructed all the news channels to refrain from inviting Indian guests on their news debate shows in order to keep ‘Pakistan narrative on Kashmir alive’. Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority directs all Pak news channels to not invite any Indian celebrity, journalists, political personality for any news …

Article 370 revoked: From subtle threats to intimidation tactics, fact-finding report reveals how State clamps down on Kashmir media
5 years, 6 months ago

Article 370 revoked: From subtle threats to intimidation tactics, fact-finding report reveals how State clamps down on Kashmir media

Firstpost  

In order to water down the narrative about protests and any resilience from Kashmiris, the government has gone to the lengths of making victims inaccessible to the media A month after the Centre abrogated Article 370 of the Constitution of India on 5 August, a fact-finding report by Free Speech Collective on the ground situation in the Valley reveals that …

Imran Khan slammed for remark on press freedom
5 years, 7 months ago

Imran Khan slammed for remark on press freedom

India TV News  

Imran Khan slammed for remark on press freedom "It is clear that either you are very poorly informed, in which case you should urgently replace the people around you, or you are knowingly concealing the facts, which is very serious, given your responsibilities," RSF Secretary-General Christophe Deloire wrote on Wednesday, reported Dawn newspaper. "It is clear that either you are …

Media watchdogs slam ‘brazen censorship’ by Pakistan
5 years, 8 months ago

Media watchdogs slam ‘brazen censorship’ by Pakistan

Al Jazeera  

Rights groups criticise government for ‘dictatorial tendencies’ after channels taken off air for covering opposition. Islamabad, Pakistan – Media rights watchdogs have condemned the suspension of three Pakistani television news channels for airing an opposition leader’s press conference as “brazen censorship”, calling the move indicative of “disturbing dictatorial tendencies”. The recent surge in sudden acts of media censorship is exposing …

In India-Pakistan air strikes and ensuing prime time frenzy, facts and journalism have been casualties
6 years ago

In India-Pakistan air strikes and ensuing prime time frenzy, facts and journalism have been casualties

Firstpost  

Most TV channels are on a free-for-all mission, where the objective is to attain stratospheric decibel levels based on their own perception of what the truth ought to be. Hamstrung by little information from official sources, lack of access to the actual place, and fed by sources and speculation, the media had a choice: to honestly state that it didn’t …

Twitter warns Pakistani rights activists over content flagged by the government
6 years, 4 months ago

Twitter warns Pakistani rights activists over content flagged by the government

Firstpost  

Twitter lets users know when it receives a govt request to remove their content for violations of law. Two Pakistani rights activists said on Monday they had been warned by Twitter about objectionable content on the social media network, a move that signals an ongoing push by authorities in the South Asian country to rein in free speech online. Twitter …

Distribution of Pakistan's Dawn newspaper 'disrupted' over Nawaz Sharif interview; Reporters Without Borders condemn action
6 years, 10 months ago

Distribution of Pakistan's Dawn newspaper 'disrupted' over Nawaz Sharif interview; Reporters Without Borders condemn action

Firstpost  

International media watchdog Reporters Without Borders has condemned the disruption in distribution of Pakistan’s oldest newspaper Dawn after it published an interview suggesting that Pakistani militants were behind the 2008 Mumbai attacks Islamabad: International media watchdog Reporters Without Borders has condemned the disruption in distribution of Pakistan’s oldest newspaper Dawn after it published an interview suggesting that Pakistani militants were …

Pakistan’s blasphemy laws threaten the nation’s journalists (opinion)
7 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan’s blasphemy laws threaten the nation’s journalists (opinion)

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Rafia Zakaria is the author of ”The Upstairs Wife: An Intimate History of Pakistan” and Veil. Journalists, constantly in the public eye, are easy targets for Pakistan’s vague and lethal blasphemy laws, which criminalize any statement that is “defamatory” to Islam, religious texts, the holy prophet or anyone associated with him. Pakistan’s blasphemy laws dangle like the sword …

Pakistani journalist arrested under new cyber-law to combat terrorism
7 years, 8 months ago

Pakistani journalist arrested under new cyber-law to combat terrorism

Firstpost  

Pakistan authorities have arrested a journalist under a new electronic crime law aimed at combating terrorism and preventing blasphemy. Pakistan authorities have arrested a journalist under a new electronic crime law aimed at combating terrorism and preventing blasphemy but which critics say is used to suppress political dissent. “Some 50 people came to our home at 6 a.m. and kicked …

The Guardian: Attack on Al Jazeera must be resisted
7 years, 9 months ago

The Guardian: Attack on Al Jazeera must be resisted

Al Jazeera  

UK newspaper says attack on Al Jazeera is part of ‘assault on free speech to subvert the impact of media in Arab world’. A demand by a group of Arab countries to close Al Jazeera Media Network is “wrong”, “ridiculous” and “must be resisted”, The Guardian newspaper has said in an editorial, joining a growing chorus of voices raising concerns …

Media watchdog: Al Jazeera targeted in Gulf crisis
7 years, 9 months ago

Media watchdog: Al Jazeera targeted in Gulf crisis

Al Jazeera  

Reporters Without Borders condemns countries for shutting down offices of the Doha-based media network. Reporters Without Borders condemned Arab countries for targeting the Al Jazeera Media Network, saying the broadcaster was a “collateral victim of diplomatic offensive against Qatar”. The media rights group slammed Saudi Arabia on Wednesday for closing Al Jazeera’s office in Riyadh and revoking its operating licence. …

Gulf diplomatic crisis: Al Jazeera decries closure of Saudi Arabian office, calls move 'unjustified'
7 years, 9 months ago

Gulf diplomatic crisis: Al Jazeera decries closure of Saudi Arabian office, calls move 'unjustified'

Firstpost  

Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera said on Tuesday Saudi Arabia’s decision to shut its office in the kingdom as part of the diplomatic crisis in the Gulf was “unjustified”. In a statement, the global news channel condemned Riyadh’s move and called on Saudi Arabia to allow its journalists to continue to work “free of intimidation and threats”. “In spite of restriction …

New York Times article criticizing Army censored, replaced with blank space in Pakistan
7 years, 10 months ago

New York Times article criticizing Army censored, replaced with blank space in Pakistan

India TV News  

In an unabashed move that proves Pakistan’s insecurity in dealing with dissent, a newspaper critique of the Pakistan Army in the local edition of the reputed New York Times was brutally censored and replaced with a blank space. The censored article titled ‘Pakistan’s triangle of hate’ was penned by a high-profile satirist and novelist, named Mohammad Hanif, who regularly write …

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