BBC Urdu alerts audiences in Pakistan about unauthorized fake channel
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 29 August 2025 | JP Staff Report
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BBC has alerted the public about a group using its name without authorization in Pakistan. The organization is called BBC Urdu News Punjab TV, and BBC has no connection with it.Summary
ISLAMABAD — BBC has raised concerns over the unauthorized use of its name by a digital media company operating in Pakistan. According to an official statement, a group calling itself “BBC Urdu News Punjab TV” has been using the BBC brand without any formal approval or affiliation.
The international broadcaster clarified that it has no connection with this organization or its reporters and has not granted permission for its name or branding to be used in such a manner.
The BBC has urged its audience and subscribers in Pakistan to exercise caution and verify all content claiming to be from the BBC by cross-checking it on the BBC’s official platforms.
This warning comes at a time when misinformation and fake news remain a growing concern in Pakistan’s media landscape, making it increasingly important for audiences to rely only on verified and authentic sources.
Key Points
- Unauthorized use of BBC's name in Pakistan
- BBC urges audience to verify content
- No affiliation with BBC Urdu News Punjab TV
- Misinformation is a growing concern
- Importance of relying on official sources
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