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Tariq joins Channel 92 as Director News

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 26 March 2014

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Tariq joins Channel 92 as Director News
Hafiz Tariq Mahmood has been appointed as the Director News at Channel 92. Known for his leadership and extensive experience, he previously worked at Waqt News.

LAHORE: Senior broadcast journalist Hafiz Tariq Mahmood has reportedly joined Channel 92 as Director News.

Tariq has a vast experience in journalism. His colleagues say he is a leader with a cool head. He quit Waqt News in January after which the channel saw Dr Moeed Pirzada and some other team members leaving.

A gold medalist from Karachi University Tariq has reported on events from Karachi to Kabul, has covered the Iraq War and interviewed dozens of national and international leaders.

KEY POINTS:

  • Tariq Mahmood joins Channel 92 as Director News.
  • He previously worked at Waqt News before resigning in January.
  • Tariq is a gold medalist from Karachi University.
  • He has covered significant events including the Iraq War.
  • Colleagues describe him as a calm and effective leader.

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