Media Layoffs reports on the sudden terminations and pay cuts affecting journalists and media professionals across Pakistan. This section explores the causes, impact on media diversity and independence, and the wider implications for the country’s journalism landscape.
July 10, 2012: Express News TV makes headlines by laying off around 20 staffers from its Lahore office, including editors and control room operators, due to financial difficulties and program cancellations. The group, also managing The Express Tribune and Daily Express, faces ongoing salary delays.
May 24, 2012: Geo Television, known for its 'Geo aur jeenay do' slogan, faces criticism for laying off staff. The decision leaves several employees jobless, sparking anger among journalists and the National Press Club. This follows multiple rounds of downsizing and job cuts earlier.
May 19, 2012: Geo TV resumes layoffs, sacking three journalists from its Islamabad office. This follows earlier terminations in April and a major downsizing at their Karachi headquarters in March. Geo TV faces criticism for its frequent job cuts.
May 16, 2012: The Pakistan Today management asks three reporters and two sub-editors at its Karachi center to resign, citing ongoing financial challenges. This follows earlier layoffs and resignations within the organization, reflecting instability in the media industry.