Srinagar, June 22:
NQ News Urdu successfully organized a one-day media conference today at Marine Dine Restaurant, Srinagar, centered on the theme Kashmir: Modern Journalism – Its Demands and Our Responsibilities ( کشمیر: جدید صحافت – تقاضے اور ہماری ذمہ داریاں)
The conference witnessed the participation of prominent figures from the media and academic fraternity who engaged in meaningful discussions about the evolving landscape of journalism in Kashmir and the growing responsibilities that come with it.
In his inaugural address, Ghazi Suhail Khan, Editor of NQ News Urdu, set the tone for the conference by underscoring the indispensable role of ethics and journalistic values in today’s fast-paced media environment.
Among the key speakers were Riyaz Masroor (BBC), Dr. Altaf Anjum, Nazim Nazir (Editor, Tameel Irshad), Prof. Nasir Mirza,Umar Sultan and Riyaz Malik (Editor, Kashmir Uzma). Each of them brought forth thought-provoking insights on the ethical, technological, and professional transformations currently reshaping the media environment in the region.
Speakers emphasized the urgent need for upholding journalistic integrity, adapting to digital advancements, and fostering a culture of accountability and public trust in media institutions.
The event provided a vital platform for dialogue, collaboration, and reflection—reaffirming the importance of responsible journalism in Kashmir’s dynamic and often challenging socio-political context.
The conference concluded on a hopeful note, with a collective commitment to strengthening the role of journalism as a pillar of democracy and a voice for the voiceless.
Editor NQ News extended heartfelt gratitude to all the participants—speakers, guests, and young media enthusiasts—whose presence, he said, added grace and gravity to the conference.