92 News journalist files harassment case against colleague
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 7 March 2026 | JP Staff Report
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A senior female journalist at 92 News in Islamabad lodged an FIR at Aabpara Police Station alleging that a colleague, identified as Adeel, subjected her to repeated harassment, threats and physical manhandling after their engagement was called off. Police first responded to a helpline call to the office.Summary
ISLAMABAD — A senior female journalist working at the Islamabad office of 92 News has filed a police case accusing a colleague of workplace harassment and intimidation, according to a copy of a First Information Report (FIR) circulating on social media.
In the complaint, journalist Aqsa Khalid alleged that a colleague, identified as Adeel, began harassing and threatening her after their engagement ended. She stated in the FIR that the relationship was called off after her family concluded that the man “was not of good character.”
The FIR further alleges that despite efforts by her family members to resolve the matter, the accused continued to contact and harass her.
Alleged harassment at the workplace
According to the FIR, the situation escalated on February 26 when the accused allegedly came to her office and confronted the journalist. Aqsa Khalid stated that he misbehaved with her and physically manhandled her despite repeated requests that he leave her alone. She told police that the incident left her mentally distressed and fearful about her safety at work.
چینل 92 نیوز کی رپورٹر اقصیٰ خالد نے ہمت کی ورک پلیس پر ہراسمنٹ کی شکایت درج کر کرادی ۔پولیس نے خاتون رپورٹر کو ہراس کرنے والے ملزم عدیل خلاف مقدمہ درج کر لیا pic.twitter.com/ifiPPvUUhz
— Zahida Rao (@zahidarao123) March 7, 2026
Following the confrontation, the journalist contacted the police helpline (15). Police officers reportedly arrived at the scene and attempted to call the accused multiple times, but he did not respond to their calls.
Police complaint filed at Aabpara station
After the initial response, police advised the journalist to file a formal complaint at the Aabpara Police Station in Islamabad. She subsequently lodged the FIR detailing the alleged harassment and physical misconduct.
The complaint has drawn attention on social media after journalist Zahida Rao shared a copy of the FIR on her X account, highlighting concerns about harassment faced by women journalists in newsrooms.
No official statement from the accused or from 92 News management had been publicly reported at the time of writing.
WHY THIS MATTERS: Workplace harassment remains a persistent concern in Pakistani newsrooms, particularly for women journalists who often face limited institutional protection. Cases like this highlight the need for stronger newsroom policies, formal complaint mechanisms, and enforcement of workplace safety laws to ensure journalists can work without intimidation or fear.
ATTRIBUTION: Based on a copy of the FIR shared publicly on X by journalist Zahida Rao on March 7, 2026.
PHOTO: AI-generated; for illustrative purposes only.
Key Points
- A senior journalist at 92 News Islamabad filed an FIR alleging harassment and intimidation by a colleague named Adeel.
- The complaint says the alleged conduct began after the couple's engagement was called off due to concerns about the man's character.
- The FIR alleges continued contact and harassment despite family efforts to resolve the matter.
- On February 26 the accused reportedly confronted and physically manhandled the journalist at her office, causing distress.
- The journalist called the police helpline (15); officers attended but the accused did not respond to calls.
- Police advised the journalist to file a formal complaint at Aabpara Police Station, where the FIR was lodged.
Key Questions & Answers
Who filed the complaint?
A senior female journalist working at the Islamabad office of 92 News, identified in the FIR as Aqsa Khalid, filed the complaint.
Who is the accused?
The FIR names a colleague identified as Adeel as the accused in the alleged harassment and physical misconduct.
Where was the FIR filed?
The formal complaint was lodged at the Aabpara Police Station in Islamabad after an initial police response to a helpline call.
What actions prompted the FIR?
The FIR alleges persistent harassment and threats after an engagement ended, and an incident on February 26 when the accused reportedly confronted and physically manhandled the journalist at her office.
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