by SAMSN Admin | Jun 23, 2017 | Access to Information, Freedom of Expression, India, Internet Freedom, Release
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) expresses concern over the internet shutdown and ban on the cable televisions in Darjeeling, the hilly region of West Bengal in India. The IFJ demands that the internet and cable television should immediately be...
by SAMSN Admin | Jun 21, 2017 | Attack, Freedom of Expression, Harassment, India, Release
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) expresses concern over recent incidents of intolerance targeting journalists and undermining freedom of expression in New Delhi, India. The IFJ demands that the Indian government step up to provide a safe environment...
by SAMSN Admin | May 29, 2017 | Freedom of Expression, Internet Freedom, Release, South Asia
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the South Asia Media Solidarity Network (SAMSN) today launched a South Asia-wide campaign against internet shutdowns terming them ‘an act against the freedom of expression and press freedom’. The...
by SAMSN Admin | May 17, 2017 | 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 June 15, 2017, and your inputs are most welcome. We encourage contributions to let others know your activities; to seek solidarity and support from...
by SAMSN Admin | May 12, 2017 | Freedom of Expression, India, Release
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) is concerned by the recent incidents undermining press freedom in various states of India. The IFJ urges the governments at the centre and states to ensure a safe environment for independent journalism. On May 9, the...
by SAMSN Admin | May 3, 2017 | Access to Information, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Censorship, Freedom of Expression, Gender, Human Rights, Impunity, India, Internet Freedom, Labour rights, Maldives, Media Ownership, Media Rights Violations, Nepal, News, Pakistan, Release, Reports, Reports and Publications, Right to Information, South Asia, Sri Lanka, Trade Union Rights
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the South Asia Media Solidarity Network (SAMSN) marked World Press Freedom Day 2017 today by releasing “New Fronts, Brave Voices: Press Freedom in South Asia 2016-17”. The 15th edition of the annual report...
