Broadcast News and Television

Keep up with the latest developments in television and broadcast journalism with Journalism Pakistan’s Broadcast News & Television section. We cover network updates, audience trends, investigative reporting on air, and innovations in broadcasting technology. This section provides media professionals, journalists, and news enthusiasts with insights into how television and broadcast media continue to shape news consumption worldwide.
Note: Launched in February 2026, the section features the latest stories in the category. For past reports, please see our Archives.

Multiple Pakistani TV channels hit by satellite hack

Multiple Pakistani TV channels hit by satellite hack

 Published 8 months ago:  Major Pakistani TV news channels Geo, ARY and Samaa briefly aired unauthorized or hostile messages after apparent disruptions to their satellite transmissions.

Geo News satellite feed hacked, unauthorized content aired

Geo News satellite feed hacked, unauthorized content aired

 Published 8 months ago:  Geo News said its satellite transmission was hacked Sunday night, briefly airing unauthorized content on its satellite feed before normal service was restored.

PEMRA orders TV channels to clear delayed salaries before Eid

PEMRA orders TV channels to clear delayed salaries before Eid

 Published 8 months ago:  PEMRA has ordered satellite television licensees to clear delayed staff salaries before Eid ul Fitr, warning of penalties, including suspension of ads.

Salary delays deepen crisis at Pakistan's private TV channels

Salary delays deepen crisis at Pakistan's private TV channels

 Published 8 months ago:  Delayed salaries at private TV channels Aaj News, 365 News and NewsOne have heightened job insecurity and raised prospects of layoffs amid financial strain.

Radio Free Asia resumes Mandarin, Uyghur, Tibetan broadcasts to China

Radio Free Asia resumes Mandarin, Uyghur, Tibetan broadcasts to China

 Published 8 months ago:  Radio Free Asia has resumed Mandarin, Uyghur and Tibetan broadcasts into China via private transmitters and online platforms after USAGM funding was restored.

Anderson Cooper exits '60 Minutes' after nearly 20 years

Anderson Cooper exits '60 Minutes' after nearly 20 years

 Published 8 months ago:  Veteran journalist Anderson Cooper is leaving CBS's 60 Minutes after nearly 20 years to focus on family and his CNN anchor role amid shifts at CBS News.

Media control at play on ARY News or a broadcast mishap

Media control at play on ARY News or a broadcast mishap

 Published 10 months ago:  Ahsan Iqbal's live interview on ARY News was disrupted by an argument nearby, raising questions on media control and censorship in Pakistan.

Senegal 7TV Director Maimouna Ndour Faye arrested in live broadcast raid

Senegal 7TV Director Maimouna Ndour Faye arrested in live broadcast raid

 Published last year:  Senegal's press freedom faces crisis as 7TV Director Maimouna Ndour Faye and journalists are arrested during a media crackdown in Dakar.

Inside the editorial reforms that changed Pakistani broadcast journalism

Inside the editorial reforms that changed Pakistani broadcast journalism

 Published 4 years ago:  Explore the transformative editorial reforms in Pakistani broadcast journalism led by Muhammad Ibrahim Raja, focusing on ethics and victim protection.

IFJ hails union victory as Abb Takk News forced to pay staff's unpaid salaries

IFJ hails union victory as Abb Takk News forced to pay staff's unpaid salaries

 Published last year:  The IFJ praises the RIUJ for securing unpaid salaries for Abb Takk News staff, marking a significant victory for labor rights in Pakistan.

Taliban attack reporter and crew during live broadcast in Kabul

Taliban attack reporter and crew during live broadcast in Kabul

 Published 4 years ago:  Armed Taliban militants attacked an Al-Hadath TV crew during a live broadcast in Kabul, prompting widespread condemnation from journalist organizations.

Pakistani hackers deface Indian TV live broadcast

Pakistani hackers deface Indian TV live broadcast

 Published 4 years ago:  A Pakistani hacking group defaced an Indian TV channel during a live broadcast, showcasing the Pakistani flag and controversial messages.

PEMRA bans broadcast of leaked CCTV footage

PEMRA bans broadcast of leaked CCTV footage

 Published 4 years ago:  PEMRA bans the broadcast of leaked CCTV footage related to the Noor Mukadam murder case, citing illegal content under the PEMRA Ordinance 2002.

Pakistan-England series to be broadcast through UK-based channel

Pakistan-England series to be broadcast through UK-based channel

 Published 5 years ago:  The Pakistan-England cricket series will be broadcast live through a UK-based channel, avoiding a deal with Indian networks.

Nigerian broadcast regulator orders outlets to stop using Twitter

Nigerian broadcast regulator orders outlets to stop using Twitter

 Published 5 years ago:  Nigerian regulators order broadcasters to stop using Twitter following the platform's blockade, impacting press freedom in the country.

No live broadcast of Pak-England series in Pakistan: minister

No live broadcast of Pak-England series in Pakistan: minister

 Published 5 years ago:  The federal Cabinet in Pakistan has denied state television's proposal to collaborate with Indian firms for broadcasting the Pak-England cricket series.

Legendary broadcast interviewer Larry King dies at 87

Legendary broadcast interviewer Larry King dies at 87

 Published 5 years ago:  Larry King, renowned broadcaster and interviewer, has died at 87 after a legendary career spanning over half a century and numerous iconic interviews.

Broadcast journalist in India arrested after critical news report

Broadcast journalist in India arrested after critical news report

 Published 6 years ago:  Ramesh Rath, a journalist in India, was arrested after a critical report on Odisha CM's flood assessment, prompting protests from journalism organizations.

PEMRA bans broadcast of energy drink commercial

PEMRA bans broadcast of energy drink commercial

 Published 6 years ago:  PEMRA has banned the airing of Power Full Energy Drink commercial for containing indecent content following public complaints.

PEMRA conducts bidding for grant of five satellite TV broadcast station licences

PEMRA conducts bidding for grant of five satellite TV broadcast station licences

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has conducted bidding for five satellite TV broadcast station licences across various categories, marking a significant development in media regulations.

PEMRA bans broadcast of two BOL News programs

PEMRA bans broadcast of two BOL News programs

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has imposed a 30-day ban on BOL News programs for airing controversial content that hurt religious sentiments.

Regulator bans 'unlawful' broadcast of program by Express News

Regulator bans 'unlawful' broadcast of program by Express News

 Published 8 years ago:  The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority has banned the unlawful broadcast of DW Sawal on Express News due to lack of approval.

Journalist sexually harassed at sports event during live broadcast

Journalist sexually harassed at sports event during live broadcast

 Published 8 years ago:  A female reporter was sexually harassed during a live Rugby Sevens broadcast, prompting calls for investigation from journalist associations.

Attacker tries to stab Honduran journalist during live broadcast

Attacker tries to stab Honduran journalist during live broadcast

 Published 8 years ago:  A Honduran journalist, César Omar Silva, narrowly escaped an attempted stabbing during a live broadcast outside a psychiatric hospital.

Maldivian TV station forced to suspend broadcast fearing military crackdown

Maldivian TV station forced to suspend broadcast fearing military crackdown

 Published 8 years ago:  Raajje TV has suspended broadcasts in the Maldives due to threats and military warnings, raising concerns about press freedom during political unrest.

Two radio journalists shot and killed during live broadcast in Dominican Republic

Two radio journalists shot and killed during live broadcast in Dominican Republic

 Published 9 years ago:  Two radio journalists were murdered during a live broadcast in the Dominican Republic, prompting calls for justice and a thorough investigation.

Thailand pressures two broadcast journalists off the air

Thailand pressures two broadcast journalists off the air

 Published 10 years ago:  Two Thai journalists face a 10-day suspension amid pressure from military authorities over critical coverage, raising concerns about press freedom.

PTV sidelines Director News after broadcast blunder: paper

PTV sidelines Director News after broadcast blunder: paper

 Published 10 years ago:  A broadcast mistake by PTV has led to the sidelining of Director News Muzammil Ahmed Khan amid government inquiries into the incident.