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May 2, 2025 - Comments Off on Hania Aamir denies fake statement on Pahalgam attack

Hania Aamir denies fake statement on Pahalgam attack

Pakistani actor Hania Aamir has publicly rejected a fabricated statement circulating on social media that falsely attributed controversial remarks to her in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack in India.

The viral post falsely claimed Aamir criticised Pakistan’s military and urged the Indian prime minister to differentiate between civilians and “Islamist terrorists.” In an Instagram story, Aamir clarified that she had never made such a statement, calling it “entirely fabricated” and unreflective of her views. She expressed condolences for the lives lost in the attack and urged restraint, stating, “Pain like this is real, and it deserves empathy, not politicisation.” Aamir also cautioned against disinformation and blame-based narratives that deepen divisions.

Her Instagram account is among several Pakistani celebrity accounts reportedly blocked in India following the April 22 attack, part of a wider clampdown that included bans on 16 Pakistani YouTube channels.

May 1, 2025 - Comments Off on Pakistani FM stations halt Indian music amid rising tensions

Pakistani FM stations halt Indian music amid rising tensions

Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has lauded the Pakistan Broadcasters Association (PBA) for its decision to stop playing Indian songs on local FM radio stations, calling it a “patriotic gesture” in light of escalating cross-border tensions.

The move follows accusations by India linking Pakistan to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, which left 26 civilians dead. While Islamabad has denied involvement, diplomatic unease and military alerts have intensified across both sides of the border. In an official letter, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting commended the PBA’s “principled decision,” stating it reflects national unity and supports the government’s efforts to uphold “dignity and sovereignty” during a critical time.

The announcement comes shortly after India banned multiple Pakistani YouTube and Instagram accounts, including those of well-known entertainers like Mahira Khan and Ali Zafar, as part of a broader crackdown on Pakistani content.

April 29, 2025 - Comments Off on NCERT warns against sharing sensitive military content amid rising tensions

NCERT warns against sharing sensitive military content amid rising tensions

Amid growing India-Pakistan tensions, India’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (NCERT) has issued a stern advisory warning media personnel and content creators against posting sensitive national security information online.

The advisory highlights a surge in the circulation of videos, images, and commentary disclosing troop movements and military deployments. NCERT warned that such disclosures, whether intentional or accidental, could endanger national security and aid adversaries in planning hostile actions. It further cautioned that sharing mapping coordinates, terrain analysis, or logistical details could assist hostile actors in gathering open-source intelligence, refining targeting strategies, and planning ambushes. The agency also flagged the spread of deepfake content and false narratives, noting their potential to trigger civil unrest or public panic. Media professionals and social media users were urged to refrain from amplifying unverified military-related content and to report disinformation.

A separate NCERT alert issued a day earlier warned of possible state-sponsored cyberattacks targeting Pakistan’s critical infrastructure, media, and government entities.

April 29, 2025 - Comments Off on India blocks 16 Pakistani YouTube channels

India blocks 16 Pakistani YouTube channels

In a move raising concerns about cross-border censorship, the Indian government blocked 16 Pakistani YouTube channels, including those run by major media outlets, independent journalists, and public figures.

The Ministry of Home Affairs reportedly recommended the bans, which have affected media organisations such as Dawn News, ARY News, Samaa TV, Geo News, and content creators and journalists including Shoaib Akhtar, Asma Shirazi, and Muneeb Farooq. Popular podcast ‘The Pakistan Experience’ by comedian Shehzad Ghias has also been blocked.

Viewers in India attempting to access these channels are now met with a notice citing government orders related to “national security or public order.” Indian tech journalist Aditi Agarwal noted the legal basis for the bans remains unclear.

April 28, 2025 - Comments Off on India protests BBC coverage of Pahalgam attack

India protests BBC coverage of Pahalgam attack

The Indian government has formally objected to the BBC’s coverage of the recent Pahalgam attack, which claimed 26 lives, criticising the broadcaster for referring to the attackers as “militants” instead of “terrorists”.

In a letter addressed to BBC India head Jackie Martin, officials expressed concern over the language used and stated that the broadcaster's future coverage would be closely monitored.

The BBC has not issued an official response to the letter, but in earlier statements maintained that it reports “accurately, impartially and responsibly.”