{
  "id": 5475417,
  "title": "Governor urges photojournalists to promote positive journalism",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/governor-urges-photojournalists-to-promote-positive-journalism",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-04T02:22:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40437889/governor-urges-photojournalists-to-promote-positive-journalism"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KARACHI - Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nihal Hashmi addressed a gathering of photojournalists on Thursday, encouraging them to employ their expertise to showcase a positive representation of Pakistan and foster constructive thought within society. The meeting took place at Governor House, where Hashmi, speaking to a delegation that included former PAPP presidents Syed Abbas Mehdi and Syed Hamid Hussain, as well as governing body member Syed Imran Ali, highlighted the significant role of photojournalists as a vital means of communication and information exchange. He emphasized that whereas photographs could often communicate messages more effectively than substantial amounts of text, photography was not merely a technical skill but an art form.\n\nHashmi underscored the importance of nurturing young talents in the field of photography, noting the exponential growth of social media and how it had amplified both the significance and the responsibilities of photojournalists. He advocated for journalism that was characterized by positivity, dignity, and responsibility, rather than content that centered on criticism, mockery, or fleeting entertainment. During the session, Mehdi, speaking on behalf of the delegation, presented Hashmi with a bouquet of flowers and expressed gratitude to the governor for recognizing the critical role of photojournalists. The delegation affirmed their commitment to uphold their professional duties in a positive and responsible manner.",
  "summary": "KARACHI: Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nihal Hashmi on Thursday urged photojournalists to use their professional skills to project a positive image of the country and promote constructive thinking in society. He made the remarks during a meeting with a delegation of photojournalists led by senior photographer and former President of the Pakistan Association of Press Photographers (PAPP) Athar Khan…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}