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 government came in response to a Monday report titled “Press freedom predators gallery – old tyrants, two women and a European”, released by Paris-based Reporters Without Borders. Pakistan’s information ministry, in a statement on Tuesday, rejected the allegations, saying Khan’s government believed in the “freedom of expression and media independence”.

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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 …

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 …

Imran Khan is now accused of 188 cases; ex-Pak PM calls govt 'authoritarian'
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan is now accused of 188 cases; ex-Pak PM calls govt 'authoritarian'

Firstpost  

The former prime minister is booked in 99 cases in Punjab, 76 in Islamabad and two in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Former prime minister Imran Khan accused the government of ’authoritarianism’ as the number of cases and inquiries against him reached 188. As per a post on his official X account, the former prime minister also accused the government of “undermining democratic …

Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Pakistan’s Islamabad
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Pakistan’s Islamabad

Al Jazeera  

Supporters seeking the release of Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan broke through a ring of shipping containers locking down the capital, Islamabad, battled police, and ignored a government threat to respond with gunfire. Dozens more were injured, including journalists who were attacked by Khan’s supporters, who also beat a videographer covering the protests for The Associated Press news …

Abductions by intelligence agencies continue in Pakistan for criticising govt: Families
7 months ago

Abductions by intelligence agencies continue in Pakistan for criticising govt: Families

The Hindu  

Intelligence agencies in Pakistan continue to abduct social media activists and vloggers for criticising the government and the powerful military establishment in the country, their families have alleged, and approached Courts in Punjab province. Two social media activists of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, Naeem Ahmad Yasin and Arsalan Akbar, and Vlogger-comedian Aun Khosa, have allegedly been …

Imran Khan’s aide threatened with parents’ kidnapping in Pakistan over UK event
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Imran Khan’s aide threatened with parents’ kidnapping in Pakistan over UK event

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Azhar Mashwani, a senior aide to former prime minister Imran Khan, was set to …

Pakistan to ban social media platforms from July 13 to 18 to control 'hate material' during Ramzaan
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan to ban social media platforms from July 13 to 18 to control 'hate material' during Ramzaan

Firstpost  

The Punjab government of Maryam Nawaz has requested her uncle Shehbaz Sharif’s government at the Centre to notify the suspension of all social media platforms on internet for six days After successfully blocking X, formerly Twitter, for over four months, the Pakistan government is now set to ban all social media platforms - YouTube, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok - …

Pakistan to ban all social media platforms for 6 days during Muharram
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan to ban all social media platforms for 6 days during Muharram

Hindustan Times  

After successfully blocking X, formerly Twitter, for over four months, the Pakistan government is now set to ban all social media platforms -- YouTube, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok -- for six days from July 13 to 18, citing the need to control "hate material" during the Islamic month of Ramadan. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's …

Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan arbitrarily detained, says UN working group
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan arbitrarily detained, says UN working group

Al Jazeera  

A United Nations human rights working group says former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been arbitrarily imprisoned in violation of international law. In an opinion issued on Monday, the Geneva-based UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention said the “appropriate remedy would be to release Mr. Khan immediately and accord him an enforceable right to compensation and other reparations, in …

Jailed ex-PM Imran Khan appears before Pakistan top court by videolink
10 months, 1 week ago

Jailed ex-PM Imran Khan appears before Pakistan top court by videolink

Al Jazeera  

The court appearance of the 71-year-old leader was not livestreamed on the court’s website or aired on news channels. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has made a virtual appearance before the Supreme Court through a videolink from prison in connection with a case regarding amendments to the country’s anticorruption law. Thursday’s hearing was the first …

Freedom of press not absolute: Bombay HC to journalist Waahiid Ali Khan
11 months ago

Freedom of press not absolute: Bombay HC to journalist Waahiid Ali Khan

Op India  

The Bombay High Court highlighted that a person’s fundamental right to reputation cannot be violated by using press freedom as a justification. On 13th December of last year, Waahiid Ali Khan uploaded a video and took the names of Ravi Uppal, Sahil Khan and Khanjan Jagdish Thakkar, among others. 32 accused names are there in Mumbai Police FIR Including Khanjan …

Pakistan court orders media watchdog to provide 'free and unrestricted' media coverage to Imran Khan, other candidates
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan court orders media watchdog to provide 'free and unrestricted' media coverage to Imran Khan, other candidates

Firstpost  

A Pakistani high court on Wednesday ordered the country’s electronic media watchdog to provide ‘free and unrestricted’ media coverage to all political leaders, including jailed former prime minister Imran Khan, ahead of the February 8 general elections. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party supremo challenged the ban in court, arguing that PEMRA’s order was “purely driven out of vengeance”, after which the …

Imran Khan: Former Pakistan prime minister sentenced to 10 years in prison for leaking official state secrets
1 year, 1 month ago

Imran Khan: Former Pakistan prime minister sentenced to 10 years in prison for leaking official state secrets

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 A special court in Pakistan …

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is indicted for allegedly insulting election officials
1 year, 2 months ago

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is indicted for allegedly insulting election officials

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 A Pakistani court on Wednesday …

Pakistan’s Imran Khan delivers AI-generated speech to campaign from prison
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan’s Imran Khan delivers AI-generated speech to campaign from prison

Al Jazeera  

In the first event of its kind in the country, the jailed ex-PM’s party uses audio clip made by artificial intelligence during a virtual rally. Islamabad, Pakistan – Jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has delivered a speech using an audio clip generated through artificial intelligence to address a virtual rally – the first event of its kind in …

Pakistan jailed leader Imran Khan uses deepfake AI voice to address virtual election rally I WATCH
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan jailed leader Imran Khan uses deepfake AI voice to address virtual election rally I WATCH

India TV News  

Pakistan's jailed former prime minister, Imran Khan, used an audio clip generated by artificial intelligence to address supporters in the first event of its kind in the politics of the South Asian nation, though marred by internet disruptions. "Our party is not allowed to hold public rallies," Khan said in the speech, urging supporters to turn out in large numbers …

Indian authorities release Kashmiri journalist Fahad Shah after 21 months in prison
1 year, 3 months ago

Indian authorities release Kashmiri journalist Fahad Shah after 21 months in prison

Associated Press  

SRINAGAR, India — Indian authorities have released a prominent Kashmir journalist on bail nearly two years after he was arrested on accusations of publishing “anti-national content” and “glorifying terrorism” in the disputed Himalayan region. Fahad Shah, founder and editor of news portal The Kashmir Walla, was arrested in February 2022 under India’s sedition and anti-terror laws. “What he and his …

Pakistan court rules the prison trial of former Prime Minister Imran Khan is illegal
1 year, 4 months ago

Pakistan court rules the prison trial of former Prime Minister Imran Khan is illegal

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 A Pakistani court ruled Tuesday …

Pakistan arrests opposition leader accused of exposing official secrets, harming national interest
1 year, 7 months ago

Pakistan arrests opposition leader accused of exposing official secrets, harming national interest

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s top investigation agency has arrested an opposition leader, who is a close aide of convicted former Prime Minister Imran Khan, for exposing official secrets and harming state interests, according to case documents revealed Sunday. Shah Mahmood Qureshi, a two-time foreign minister, was arrested Saturday night at his Islamabad home by the Federal Investigation Agency on charges 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 …

Imran Khan’s ‘life under threat’ in jail, says Pakistan ex-PM’s party
1 year, 7 months ago

Imran Khan’s ‘life under threat’ in jail, says Pakistan ex-PM’s party

Al Jazeera  

Khan was arrested and sent to jail for three years following his conviction in a corruption case by a court in Islamabad. Islamabad, Pakistan – Jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party says it is concerned about his safety and security in prison, where “his life is under threat”. Shah Mehmood Qureshi, vice chairman of Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, …

Upon arrest, Imran Khan urges followers not to ‘sit at home in silence’
1 year, 7 months ago

Upon arrest, Imran Khan urges followers not to ‘sit at home in silence’

Live Mint  

The ousted Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, addressed his supporters in a pre-recorded video on August 5, stating that his arrest was "expected" after being convicted in the Toshakhana case and sentenced to three years in prison. In the tweet accompanying the video, the 70-year-old Khan mentioned that his arrest was part of fulfilling the "London Plan" made by …

’Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan could be jailed if…’: Law Minister Azam Tarar
1 year, 8 months ago

’Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan could be jailed if…’: Law Minister Azam Tarar

Live Mint  

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan could be jailed for life if he was found guilty of jeopardizing national security by exposing a controversial diplomatic communication commonly known as ‘cypher’, said Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar in a press conference on Thursday. In March last year, Imran Khan used a cable sent by the Pakistan embassy in Washington to blame …

Pakistan’s interior minister accuses Imran Khan of exposing official secrets for political gains
1 year, 8 months ago

Pakistan’s interior minister accuses Imran Khan of exposing official secrets for political gains

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s interior minister on Wednesday accused former Prime Minister Imran Khan of “exposing an official secret document” last year to falsely claim he was ousted from power in a plot by Washington. The government plans to bring criminal charges against Khan over the action, Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah told reporters in Islamabad, alleging that the former premier’s abuse …

Rights, press bodies slam Pakistan crackdown on ‘critical voices’
1 year, 9 months ago

Rights, press bodies slam Pakistan crackdown on ‘critical voices’

Al Jazeera  

At least seven journalists and political commentators have been charged with sedition and other offences in the past week. Islamabad, Pakistan – Prominent rights and media watchdogs have expressed “extreme concern” after several Pakistani journalists and political commentators were charged with sedition earlier this week. The individuals include former newspaper editor Shaheen Sehbai, political commentators Wajahat Saeed Khan, Moeed Pirzada, …

Imran Khan: ‘Why has UK not spoken up about Pakistan dismantling democracy?’
1 year, 9 months ago

Imran Khan: ‘Why has UK not spoken up about Pakistan dismantling democracy?’

The Telegraph  

Imran Khan has criticised the United Kingdom for not speaking up on behalf of his opposition party, which he says is being systematically eradicated by Pakistan’s powerful military in the “most draconian crackdown” in the country’s history. More than 80 senior politicians from Mr Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf party have quit in recent weeks, with many claiming they were jailed or …

Pakistan's Imran Khan presses legal fight, gets protection from arrest in multiple terrorism cases
1 year, 10 months ago

Pakistan's Imran Khan presses legal fight, gets protection from arrest in multiple terrorism cases

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 former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday pressed his …

2009 tweet of PM Modi on Pakistan goes viral, here is what he had tweeted
1 year, 10 months ago

2009 tweet of PM Modi on Pakistan goes viral, here is what he had tweeted

Op India  

As protests erupted in Pakistan after the former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Imran Khan was arrested, an old tweet of Prime Minister Narendra Modi about Pakistan is going viral with Indian netizens reacting to it. “Brothers and sisters, you’ll must be watching the news coming out from Pakistan on television,” Narendra Modi tweeted on 4th May in 2009. …

‘Who isn’t condemning?’: Imran Khan on attacks on Pakistan army
1 year, 10 months ago

‘Who isn’t condemning?’: Imran Khan on attacks on Pakistan army

Al Jazeera  

The ex-prime minister’s muted criticism of vandalism and arson at military installations comes after more than a dozen leaders quit his party. Islamabad, Pakistan – Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan says everyone in Pakistan has condemned the attacks on military installations during the deadly protests over his arrest last week. I have always talked about peaceful protests within the …

Ex-PM Imran Khan calls for ‘freedom’ protests across Pakistan
1 year, 10 months ago

Ex-PM Imran Khan calls for ‘freedom’ protests across Pakistan

Al Jazeera  

Khan calls on his supporters to hit the streets after Supreme Court intervened on Friday following his dramatic arrest last week. Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has called for “freedom” protests nationwide after his dramatic arrest on Tuesday triggered deadly protests across the South Asian nation. Khan’s arrest, which his supporters called a “kidnapping”, shocked the nation, triggering street …

Watch live: Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan appears in court after arrest
1 year, 10 months ago

Watch live: Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan appears in court after arrest

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 Watch live as former Pakistani …

Why the arrest of Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan could push the country into chaos
1 year, 10 months ago

Why the arrest of Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan could push the country into chaos

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 is witnessing a wave …

Imran Khan arrest: Army called in as Pakistan protests continue
1 year, 10 months ago

Imran Khan arrest: Army called in as Pakistan protests continue

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan’s army warns against further attacks on state buildings or personnel after ex-PM’s arrest. Pakistan’s government has called in the army to help end deadly unrest in the wake of the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, warning protesters against any further attacks on state installations. Murad Saeed, a senior leader of Khan’s party, says the manner in which …

How the world reacted to Imran Khan’s arrest in Pakistan
1 year, 10 months ago

How the world reacted to Imran Khan’s arrest in Pakistan

Al Jazeera  

Leaders and world bodies call for restraint and raise alarm after Pakistani authorities suspend mobile internet. Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been arrested on corruption charges by the country’s paramilitary forces in capital Islamabad. Here is how the world reacted to Khan’s arrest: United States The United States has called for respect for democratic principles and the rule …

Imran Khan arrest latest: Pakistan’s former prime minister arrested by security forces in Islamabad
1 year, 10 months ago

Imran Khan arrest latest: Pakistan’s former prime minister arrested by security forces in Islamabad

The Independent  

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Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrested during court appearance, sparking protests
1 year, 10 months ago

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrested during court appearance, sparking protests

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested on May 9 as he appeared in court to face charges in multiple graft cases, a dramatic escalation of political tensions in the country that sparked demonstrations by his supporters in at least three cities. “Let this be abundantly clear that you, as former prime minister, currently on trial for corruption, are …

Pakistan blocks Twitter, restricts internet after Khan’s arrest
1 year, 10 months ago

Pakistan blocks Twitter, restricts internet after Khan’s arrest

Al Jazeera  

The move comes as violence erupts in several cities after the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. *********Pakistani authorities have restricted access to Twitter, Facebook and other social media platforms amid mounting violence in the country generated by the arrest of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Amnesty International said officials at Pakistan’s telecommunication authority told the UK-based rights …

Imran Khan dismisses threat from 'foreign agencies', says men from Pakistan trying to kill him
1 year, 10 months ago

Imran Khan dismisses threat from 'foreign agencies', says men from Pakistan trying to kill him

India TV News  

Dismissing Pakistan government's claim that his life is under threat from "foreign agencies", ousted prime minister Imran Khan on Thursday made a shocking claim that he has identified six persons within the country, including three fresh ones, who plotted to kill him. He claims, 'who want to kill him and would be out in public in case he is assassinated' …

Pakistan PM refuses talks with Imran Khan unless he apologizes to…
1 year, 11 months ago

Pakistan PM refuses talks with Imran Khan unless he apologizes to…

Live Mint  

'Talks between the Pakistan government and PTI chairman Imran Khan will only be possible if the former Prime Minister admits his wrongdoings and apologizes to people of the country for all he has done," said PM Shehbaz Sharif in a fiery address at the National Assembly on Tuesday. The premier observed that differences in the society are increasing and one …

US State Department Report: Human Rights Violation in Pakistan Has a China Nudge
2 years ago

US State Department Report: Human Rights Violation in Pakistan Has a China Nudge

The Quint  

“Significant human rights issues included credible reports of unlawful or arbitrary killings, including extrajudicial killings by the government or its agents; forced disappearance, torture, and cases of cruelty, inhumane or degrading treatment or punishment, harsh and life-threatening prison conditions, arbitrary detention, political prisoners, transnational repression against individuals in another country, arbitrary or unlawful interference with privacy." The annual US State …

Pakistan bans media broadcasts of former prime minister Imran Khan's speeches
2 years ago

Pakistan bans media broadcasts of former prime minister Imran Khan's speeches

ABC  

Pakistan's media regulator has 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. Key points: The ban followed a particularly fiery speech by Mr Khan, who has a large grassroots following, lambasting Mr Sharif's government Mr Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, now in 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: Media regulatory authority imposes ban on broadcasting of Imran Khan's speeches
2 years ago

Pakistan: Media regulatory authority imposes ban on broadcasting of Imran Khan's speeches

Firstpost  

Islamabad: The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority has imposed a ban on broadcasting “live and recorded” speeches and press conferences of former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan on all satellite TV channels with immediate effect, Pakistan based TV Network ARY News reported on Sunday. “It has been observed that Imran Khan in his speeches/statements is continuously alleging …

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 …

Pakistan media regulatory body bans ex-PM Imran Khan's speeches from broadcasting; calls it 'provocative'
2 years ago

Pakistan media regulatory body bans ex-PM Imran Khan's speeches from broadcasting; calls it 'provocative'

India TV News  

Amid the political drama that erupted following Pakistan Police's attempt to arrest its former Prime Minister Imran Khan, Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority has now prohibited Khan's "provocative" speech from telecasting. It said that Khan levelled baseless allegations and spread hate speech through his provocative statements against state institutions and officers which is prejudicial to the maintenance of law and …

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 …

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