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Media council to stamp down on unregistered "news" websites

MMC said people are no longer able to trust the authenticity of any news they see in media now.

15 February 2024

Youth ministry's mandate expands to cover arts, media

The ministry is run by Ibrahim Waheed, who is also the owner of Sangu TV.

19 November 2023

3 members elected to media council

The term of the council members is two years. No one can become a member for two consecutive terms.

MMC, MJA urge probe into threats on Dhauru journos

Siyam's warning was followed by warnings from various numbers to Naaif, who wrote the article. Some of the messages issued death threats.

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MMC membership application reopened after policy change

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) had issued a statement expressing concern over the election of members to the MMC.

12 October 2022

Deadline extended for MMC membership

This is the third time that applications have been invited for membership of the MMC.

24 October 2022

Parties, agencies raise concern over 'registered journos' bill

In his speech, Broadcom member Ali Yusuf highlighted the lack of recognition of the agency where the amendment mentions journalists have to be registered with.