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Tree Plantation Key to Combating Environmental Threats: M. Riaz
TP REPORT
Peshawar: President of Peshawar Press Club, M. Riaz, formally inaugurated the “Ehsas Tree Plantation Campaign” by planting a sapling in the lawn of the Peshawar Press Club on the occasion of Pakistan Day.
On this occasion, Vice President of the Peshawar Press Club Zia-ul-Haq, senior analyst Rifat Orakzai, Vice President of the Khyber Union of Journalists Shehzad Ahmad, along with other senior journalists, were also present.
Highlighting the importance of the tree plantation campaign, President M. Riaz stated that, unfortunately, Pakistan is among the three to four countries currently facing severe environmental threats due to extreme climate change.
He noted that one of the major reasons behind these challenges is the indiscriminate cutting of trees and the lack of new plantation.
He assured full support from the journalist community for the tree plantation drive and expressed the resolve that if journalists and other influential segments of society actively participate in such campaigns, it will not only help protect the environment but also promote awareness and consciousness among the general public regarding the importance of tree plantation.
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KP Governor Applauds PEMRA Performance Under Chairperson Anbreen Jan
TP REPORT
ISLAMABAD: Chairperson of Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA), Anbreen Jan, met with Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi at the Governor House, Islamabad.
The meeting focused on mutual interests, media responsibilities, and the current national situation. The Governor appreciated PEMRA’s role and commended the authority’s performance.
Governor Kundi highlighted that in the present circumstances, PEMRA’s responsibilities have increased and emphasized the importance of its active role in promoting responsible journalism. He stressed that the media must provide accurate and timely information to positively guide society.
The discussions also covered the prompt reopening of the PEMRA office established in 2008 in Dera Ismail Khan. Both sides agreed that this step would improve local media regulation and facilities.
Chairperson Anbreen Jan briefed the Governor on PEMRA’s ongoing initiatives, and the Governor expressed confidence that under her leadership, the authority will achieve even greater performance.
