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Bangladeshi journalists protest in front of press club as they demand press freedom in Dhaka, Bangladesh on December 5, 2022. Some mojo reporters were attacked, and their shooting gadgets were taken away while covering assignment in front of press club on Sunday . (Photo by Syed Mahamudur Rahman/NurPhoto via AP)

WORLD

26 Apr, 2026

Bangladesh’s New Government Faces Early Test on Free Expression

The arrest of four individuals for allegedly criticising Bangladesh’s new government has raised early concerns about whether the administration of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman intends to break from the repressive practices of

VISTASCAPE·WORLD

10 Feb, 2026

Hong Kong Court Hands Down Historic 20-Year Sentence to Jimmy Lai, Drawing Global Condemnation

In a landmark ruling that has drawn international outrage, Hong Kong’s judiciary sentenced media tycoon and pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison on Monday, marking the harshest penalty under

MALDIVES

04 Jan, 2026

In Pakistan, a New Wave of Punitive Actions Deepens Fears Over Shrinking Civic Freedoms

ISLAMABAD and LAHORE — Pakistan opened the new year with two sweeping moves against journalists and lawyers, intensifying concerns among rights groups that the country is entering one of its most repressive

President Rejects Media Bill, Unveils Press Support Plan

MALÉ, Maldives — President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu forcefully rejected a proposed media regulation bill on Sunday, while announcing unprecedented state support for press freedom during his administration’s first-anniversary presentation in Male’. “The

18 Nov, 2024

MALDIVES·VISTASCAPE

Proposed Bill to Merge Maldives Media Regulators Sparks Debate Over Press Freedom

MALE’, Maldives — A legislative proposal to merge the Maldives’ two media regulatory bodies has ignited concerns about press independence in this Indian Ocean archipelago, with journalists and opposition leaders warning that

13 Nov, 2024

MALDIVES·VISTASCAPE

Media Award Sparks Corruption Probe After Controversial Documentary Wins Prize

MALE’, Maldives — A prestigious media award ceremony in the Maldives has become the center of a corruption investigation after a controversial documentary about President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu secured top honors, prompting

04 Nov, 2024

MALDIVES

Government Faces PR Disaster Over Potential Toll on China-Maldives Friendship Bridge

MALE’, Maldives — The government is facing significant public backlash after reports surfaced about a potential toll on the China-Maldives Friendship Bridge, a vital link between the capital city of Male’ and

25 Jul, 2024

CYBERIA·MALDIVES·VISTASCAPE

Maldives’ Political Appointees Drain Resources Amid Economic Crisis

In a press conference on December 5, 2023, President Mohamed Muizzu assured the public of his administration’s commitment to transparency. “There will be nothing hidden and unaccountable. Information will be shared,” Muizzu

04 Jul, 2024

MALDIVES·VISTASCAPE

Muizzu Government Faces Double Negative Exposure and RTI Controversies

In a fervent declaration during his presidential campaign on September 25, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu asserted, “The public and the media will not be kept in the dark. If the public is kept

11 Jun, 2024

MALDIVES·VISTASCAPE

From Himalayas to Indian Ocean: Nepal, Maldives Chart Different Paths to Media Control

In the shadow of the Himalayas, Nepal’s democratic beacon is flickering. Last month, authorities arrested Kailash Sirohiya, owner of the country’s largest media group, in what appears to be retaliation for critical

05 Jun, 2024

MALDIVES·VISTASCAPE

BJP Embraces Micro-Influencers Over ‘WhatsApp University’ Tactics

For years, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), India’s ruling political force, employed WhatsApp as a primary tool to disseminate contentious narratives and target adversaries with what critics derisively labeled “WhatsApp University” tactics.

14 May, 2024

CYBERIA

Farewell to Reader’s Digest—An End of an Era

In a bittersweet announcement, Reader’s Digest, the iconic monthly magazine cherished for its handpicked articles and features, has declared the closure of its UK edition after a remarkable 86-year run. This decision,

11 May, 2024

WORLD

Media Freedom: Contrasting Perspectives from Pakistan, India, and the Maldives

In the bustling urban centers of Islamabad, the vibrant streets of New Delhi, and the busy streets of Male’ the intricate dance between democracy and social media reverberates with stark contrasts. The

05 May, 2024

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Media - Page 2

Bangladesh’s New Government Faces Early Test on Free Expression

Hong Kong Court Hands Down Historic 20-Year Sentence to Jimmy Lai, Drawing Global Condemnation

In Pakistan, a New Wave of Punitive Actions Deepens Fears Over Shrinking Civic Freedoms

President Rejects Media Bill, Unveils Press Support Plan

Proposed Bill to Merge Maldives Media Regulators Sparks Debate Over Press Freedom

Media Award Sparks Corruption Probe After Controversial Documentary Wins Prize

Government Faces PR Disaster Over Potential Toll on China-Maldives Friendship Bridge

Maldives’ Political Appointees Drain Resources Amid Economic Crisis

Muizzu Government Faces Double Negative Exposure and RTI Controversies

From Himalayas to Indian Ocean: Nepal, Maldives Chart Different Paths to Media Control

BJP Embraces Micro-Influencers Over ‘WhatsApp University’ Tactics

Farewell to Reader’s Digest—An End of an Era

Media Freedom: Contrasting Perspectives from Pakistan, India, and the Maldives

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