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Ali Bhadur

Dr. Ali Bhadur

Lecturer
Research Interests: Social Media, Journalistic Practices, Newsroom Operations

Biography

A skilled and experienced academician with a strong background in Media and Communication Studies. I have gained extensive experience in teaching, administrative, and technical skills. I have also been recognized for my achievements, including securing a Bronze Medal in my undergraduate degree. As an administrative professional, I hold multiple responsibilities In addition, I possess technical skills in Social Media Management, multimedia software, and content creation via the Internet and search engines. Overall, my academic profile reflects a dedicated and experienced educator with a comprehensive skillset in the field of media and communication

Education

  • PhD in Mass Communication, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad (Islamabad, Pakistan) 2024
  • MS/MPhil in Media & Communication, International Islamic University, Islamabad (Islamabad, Pakistan) 2017
  • Masters in Mass Communication, GC University Faisalabad (Faisalabad, Pakistan) 2014

Teaching Areas

Theories of Mass Communication, Political Communication, Media & Society, Online Journalism, Sub-Editing & Page Designing, Media, Culture & Society.

Experience

From To Designation Firm/Institution
Nov 2023 Continue Lecturer GC University, Lahore
Feb 2021 Nov 2023 Program Coordinator National University Of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad
Sep 2018 Nov 2023 Lecturer National University Of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad
Jul 2017 Jun 2018 Media Demonstrator Directorate Livestock And Dairy Development Department, Faisalabad, Govt. Of Punjab

Journal Papers

  • Nasir, T., Bhadur, A., Javed, S., & Sabir, S (2025). "DIGITAL BATTLEGROUNDS: THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE INDO PAKISTANI MEDIA WAR ANALYSING NARRATIVES, PROPAGANDA, AND PUBLIC PERCEPTION." Journal of Media Horizons , Vol. 6 (3) , pp. 1434-1446. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16760157 [Link]
  • Ali Bhadur, Saqib Riaz, Raja Kamran (2025). "Examining the Impact of Twitter (X) on News Sourcing and Dissemination: A Qualitative Study of Mainstream Media Editors in Pakistan." UCP Journal of Mass Communication , Vol. 3 (2) , pp. 45-68. DOI: https://doi.org/10.24312/ucp-jmc.03.02.694 [Link]
  • Bhadur, A., Riaz, S., & Kamran, R (2025). "Twitter (X) and Political Participation: An Assessment of Pakistani Journalists’ Perception." Social Science Review Archives , Vol. 3 (1) , pp. 619-628. DOI: https://doi.org/10.70670/sra.v3i1.344 [Link]
  • Bhadur, A., Anis, Y., & Maryam, W (2024). "Global Impact of New Media in Public Relations: A Review." Global Mass Communication Revie , Vol. 9 (3) , pp. 1-11. [Link]
  • Bhadur, A., & Riaz, S (2024). "Twitter (X) and Journalistic Practices: A Case Study of Pakistani Journalists." Journal of Peace, Development and Communication , Vol. 8 (3) , pp. 186-199. DOI: https://doi.org/10.36968/JPDC-V08-I03-11 [Link]
  • Khurshid, A., & Bhadur, A (2023). "Artificial Intelligence and Journalism in Pakistan: An Investigation of Journalists' Attitudes and Adoption." Journal of Peace, Development and Communication , Vol. 7 (2) , pp. 1-11. DOI: : https://doi.org/10.36968/JPDC-V07-I02-01 [Link]
  • 3. Bhadur, A., Khurshid, A., & Qasim, H (2023). "Missing the Social Media in Digital Age: A Case Study of Users at the Time of Social Media Blackout in Pakistan." International Journal of Human and Society (IJHS) , Vol. 3 (4) , pp. 138-153. [Link]

Conference Papers

  • 2nd International Media conference (2024), Lahore. , Paper: "Twitter (X) and Political Participation: An Assessment of Pakistani Journalists’ Perception"
  • Artificial Intelligence and Media (2024), Sargodha. , Paper: "Exploring the Preparedness for Integrating Artificial Intelligence Literacy within Institutions of Higher Education: Insights from Media and Communication Studies Students"

Awards/Achievements

  • Bronze Medal (2014), GC University Faisalabad.