How editors decide what not to publish on quiet news days Siasat.pk shuts Islamabad office as pressure mounts Tennessee court expands media access to executions IPI urges probe into smear campaign against Romanian reporter Widow of Arshad Sharif alleges renewed harassment in Islamabad Iran internet shutdown fears grow amid protests and controls INMA Global Media Awards seek entries EU offers funding for cross-border journalism projects Bangladesh media leaders warn of rising threats to press freedom Pentagon refocuses Stars and Stripes military newspaper How editors decide what not to publish on quiet news days Siasat.pk shuts Islamabad office as pressure mounts Tennessee court expands media access to executions IPI urges probe into smear campaign against Romanian reporter Widow of Arshad Sharif alleges renewed harassment in Islamabad Iran internet shutdown fears grow amid protests and controls INMA Global Media Awards seek entries EU offers funding for cross-border journalism projects Bangladesh media leaders warn of rising threats to press freedom Pentagon refocuses Stars and Stripes military newspaper
Logo
Janu
Journalism's silent partners

Hum News up and running

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 14 May 2018

Join our WhatsApp channel

Hum News up and running
Hum News has officially begun broadcasting, marking its entry into Pakistan's competitive news sector. The channel has received positive greetings from journalists and industry analysts.

ISLAMABAD – Hum News, a sister channel of Hum Entertainment is finally up and running.

The channel went on air on May 11 ready to make its mark in an extremely competitive market.

Journalists and others greeted the arrival of the channel. Analyst Rauf Klasra tweeted: “Welcome #HumNews on our tv screens. Lets hope it ll help boost competition in news market in days to come with quality content&http://credibility.New channels&newspapers always help state, society grow&provide better working journalists conditions for journalists. Goodluck guys.”

Sami Abraham, a presenter with BOL News, also extended his greetings on Twitter: “Many many congrats #HumNews and particularly Nadeem Raza and Amir Zia ..I wish all humnews team best of luck.”

KEY POINTS:

  • Hum News went on air on May 11.
  • The channel is a sister network to Hum Entertainment.
  • Analysts believe it will enhance competition in the news market.
  • Notable figures in journalism have congratulated the new channel.
  • The launch aims to improve content quality and support journalists.

Explore Further

Newsroom
How editors decide what not to publish on quiet news days

How editors decide what not to publish on quiet news days

 January 18, 2026 On slow news days editors withhold pieces lacking relevance, accuracy or public interest, and avoid publishing material that raises legal or ethical risks.


Tennessee court expands media access to executions

Tennessee court expands media access to executions

 January 17, 2026 A Tennessee judge ordered broader media access to executions, requiring curtains remain open during key procedures while safeguarding execution team identities.


IPI urges probe into smear campaign against Romanian reporter

IPI urges probe into smear campaign against Romanian reporter

 January 17, 2026 Press freedom groups seek an impartial probe after Romanian reporter Emilia Sercan was targeted in a coordinated online smear campaign with harassment and threats.


Iran internet shutdown fears grow amid protests and controls

Iran internet shutdown fears grow amid protests and controls

 January 17, 2026 Activists warn Iran may be moving toward long-term restrictions on global internet access after nationwide shutdowns during January protests.


INMA Global Media Awards seek entries

INMA Global Media Awards seek entries

 January 17, 2026 The INMA Global Media Awards invite newsrooms and digital teams to submit 2025 work by Jan 30, 2026, for recognition in innovation, audience growth and revenue.


Popular Stories