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March 21, 2025

FIA arrests Journalist Farhan Mallick over Youtube content

Karachi:The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) arrested journalist Farhan Mallick in Karachi over the content of videos published on his YouTube platform. Mallick, the founder of Raftar, a media agency focused on social change through storytelling, is also the **former news director of Samaa TV. According to FIA Cybercrime Reporting Centre Additional Director Shahzad Haider, an inquiry against Mallick had been ongoing for three months. Haider stated that Mallick had aired “several programs against the security establishment,” which led to his formal arrest after the investigation was completed. However, Mallick’s wife told media that there was no written charge sheet or

March 7, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Rajab Butt responds to Fahad Mustafa’s remarks

Pakistani YouTuber and TikToker Rajab Butt, who has risen to fame over the past two years, is once again at the center of controversy—this time in response to remarks made by renowned actor and producer Fahad Mustafa. Rajab Butt, known for his outspoken nature and frequent online disputes, is currently engaged in an ongoing feud with fellow TikToker Umer Butt. During a recent appearance on Metatainment, he addressed his critics, including major television networks and Fahad Mustafa. Expressing frustration over his portrayal in mainstream media, Rajab stated that he deliberately keeps his phone on Airplane Mode to avoid the constant

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