ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) hasimposed a heavy fine on Neo TV Network for allegedly airing fake news.
According to reports, PEMRA has imposed a penalty of Rs. 1 million on thebroadcaster for stating facts without conducting a background check.——————————
Here is the tweet from the official account of media regulator:
Airing news without checking facts has become a norm when it comes to newschannels competing against each other in a bid to create a sensation byreporting anything.
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Recently, the Prime Minister Office had to rebut fake news that was airedregarding a significant increase in the salary of PM Imran Khan.
