Greenwich University is set to host a significant panel discussion titled Navigating Fake News in the Digital Era tomorrow, Thursday, May 22, 2025.
Organized by the Department of Media, Art & Design, the event will bring together a panel of esteemed journalists, editors, and media professionals to explore the impact of fake news, promote responsible journalism, and discuss strategies to safeguard the truth in an era dominated by digital media.
The discussion will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Auditorium, Greenwich University.
The event is divided into two sessions:
Session 01
Moderator: Dr. Sundus Basharat Ahmad Assistant Professor & Program Manager, International Relations, DHA Suffa University
Panelists:
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Mubashir Mir Senior Journalist, Analyst & Resident Editor, Daily Pakistan
- Mazhar Abbas Senior Journalist & Columnist, Geo News & Daily Jang
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Tariq Moin Siddiqui Bureau Chief, Geo News Karachi
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Syeda Hoor Shumail Editor-in-Chief, Pakistan State Time (Digital News Media)
This session will address the rapid spread of misinformation and the ethical responsibilities of media in ensuring factual reporting.
Session 02
Moderator: Iqbal Jamil Broadcast Journalist & Lecturer, Greenwich University
Panelists:
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Manzar Naqvi Editor-in-Chief, The Financial Daily
- Syed Khalid Mehmood Author, Journalist, Blogger & Analyst
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Muhammad Nazakat Ali Chief Editor, KarachiObserver.com
This segment will focus on digital journalism, the role of social media, and the importance of media literacy in identifying and countering fake news.
The university invites students, scholars and journalists to attend this timely and thought-provoking event, aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of the medias role in a digitally connected yet misinformation-prone world.
