by SAMSN Admin | Oct 29, 2018 | Freedom of Expression, Release, Sri Lanka
In the wake of the conflict that has been created between the two major parties in the country, in respect of the Prime Minister’s post, the Free Media Movement insists that relevant authorities should take immediate action to control the undue influence exerted on...
by SAMSN Admin | Oct 29, 2018 | Freedom of Expression, Release, Sri Lanka
Newsrooms of the state-owned media in Sri Lanka were targeted and editorial staff harassed following the controversial appointment of former president Mahinda Rajapaksha as the new Prime Minister by President Maithripala Sirisena on October 26, 2018. The International...
by SAMSN Admin | Oct 17, 2018 | Bangladesh, Freedom of Expression, Media Regulations, Release
The Bangladesh Government has endorsed the Broadcasting Bill in a cabinet meeting on Monday, October 15, raising concerns over restrictive provisions. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) raises concerns about the proposed bill and calls on the Bangladesh...
by SAMSN Admin | Oct 15, 2018 | Bulletin, Freedom of Expression, South Asia
Welcome to the monthly e-bulletin of the South Asia Media Solidarity Network(SAMSN). The next bulletin will be sent on November 15, 2018, and your inputs are most welcome. We encourage contributions to let others know about your activities; to seek solidarity and...
by SAMSN Admin | Oct 5, 2018 | Censorship, Freedom of Expression, Release, Sri Lanka
Screening of internationally acclaimed film by director Jude Ratnam ‘Demons in Paradise’ was canceled by the organizers of the Jaffna International Film Festival in Sri Lanka citing pressure from local groups. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) joins...
