Media Layoffs

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.

The Express Tribune sacks eight reporters in Islamabad; RIUJ condemns decision

The Express Tribune sacks eight reporters in Islamabad; RIUJ condemns decision

 Published 7 years ago:  The Express Tribune has terminated eight reporters in Islamabad, prompting condemnation from the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists.

Layoffs at The Express Tribune

Layoffs at The Express Tribune

 Published 7 years ago:  The Express Media Group initiates layoffs following the merger of its publications, impacting staff across The Express Tribune and other outlets.

PFUJ condemns layoffs at Geo, Neo and Nai Baat

PFUJ condemns layoffs at Geo, Neo and Nai Baat

 Published 7 years ago:  The PFUJ condemns layoffs at Geo, Neo, and Nai Baat, accusing them of contempt of court over employee retrenchments.

Layoffs at Express Tribune

Layoffs at Express Tribune

 Published 8 years ago:  The Express Tribune has laid off senior journalists and district correspondents, with more layoffs expected soon amid a call for reinstatement from the PFUJ.

PEMRA notice to Channel 92 for terminating journalist without reason

PEMRA notice to Channel 92 for terminating journalist without reason

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA issues a notice to Channel 92 for terminating journalist Sagheer Chaudhry without valid reason, raising concerns among media professionals.

Capital TV news anchor harassed at work, allegedly forced to resign

Capital TV news anchor harassed at work, allegedly forced to resign

 Published 9 years ago:  Capital TV news anchor Fiza Khan faces workplace harassment, leading to her alleged forced resignation and demands for an investigation.

Wholesale layoffs at Express Tribune

Wholesale layoffs at Express Tribune

 Published 9 years ago:  The Express Tribune has laid off approximately 30 employees across its city desks, impacting key editorial roles following a new editor's appointment.

PEMRA notice to Jaag TV after reporter complains he was forced to quit

PEMRA notice to Jaag TV after reporter complains he was forced to quit

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a notice to Jaag TV after a journalist claimed he was forced to resign following the channel's management change.

More than five JAAG TV staffers forced to resign

More than five JAAG TV staffers forced to resign

 Published 10 years ago:  JAAG TV has forced over five staff members to resign, raising concerns about stability and management within the Karachi-based channel.

92 News sacks senior journalist over questions to privatization authorities

92 News sacks senior journalist over questions to privatization authorities

 Published 10 years ago:  92 News terminates contract of senior journalist Amer Sial for refusing to apologize to Privatization Commission after challenging their claims.

Daily Times sacks Islamabad resident editor, reporters

Daily Times sacks Islamabad resident editor, reporters

 Published 10 years ago:  Daily Times has dismissed its Islamabad resident editor and seven reporters following internal disputes and contract renewals.

Samaa sacks chief reporter, two others

Samaa sacks chief reporter, two others

 Published 11 years ago:  Samaa Television dismisses its chief reporter and two others, raising alarms about press freedom and job security for journalists in Pakistan.

NewsOne bureau chief asked to quit

NewsOne bureau chief asked to quit

 Published 11 years ago:  Amjad Warraich, Lahore Bureau Chief of NewsOne, has been asked to resign amidst significant turmoil within the organization.

Dunya TV fires Sports Editor

Dunya TV fires Sports Editor

 Published 11 years ago:  Dunya Television has fired Sports Editor Yasir Ghani shortly after various staff terminations as part of a restructuring effort amid financial challenges.

Anchors among a dozen sacked by Dunya

Anchors among a dozen sacked by Dunya

 Published 11 years ago:  Dunya TV has laid off 12 employees, including anchors, with expectations of further cuts in a major restructuring effort.

Mass firings at Such TV's head office and Islamabad bureau

Mass firings at Such TV's head office and Islamabad bureau

 Published 12 years ago:  Such TV has fired over 20 employees, including reporters and anchors, at its head office and Islamabad bureau amid managerial changes.

Pakistan Today downsizes paper, cuts jobs amid economic pressures

Pakistan Today downsizes paper, cuts jobs amid economic pressures

 Published 12 years ago:  Pakistan Today has laid off 50 employees, including reporters, due to economic pressures, while also reducing the newspaper's size amid ongoing financial struggles.

Concerns rise as Samaa Television terminates key editorial staff

Concerns rise as Samaa Television terminates key editorial staff

 Published 12 years ago:  Samaa Television's recent termination of key editorial staff raises serious concerns about job security and transparency in the network.

Journalists shocked as Roznama Dunya fires 36 staff in Lahore

Journalists shocked as Roznama Dunya fires 36 staff in Lahore

 Published 12 years ago:  Roznama Dunya has controversially fired 36 employees in Lahore, raising concerns about job security in Pakistan's media industry.

Dunya TV shows 12 staffers the door

Dunya TV shows 12 staffers the door

 Published 12 years ago:  Dunya Television has dismissed 12 employees, raising concerns about job security and potential future layoffs amid restructuring efforts.

Mass layoffs at Khabrain and Channel 5 TV after employees demand salaries

Mass layoffs at Khabrain and Channel 5 TV after employees demand salaries

 Published 12 years ago:  Around 100 employees at Khabrain and Channel 5 TV have been laid off after demanding overdue salaries amid growing unrest in the media sector.

Rohi TV management sacks 15 employees in latest round of layoffs

Rohi TV management sacks 15 employees in latest round of layoffs

 Published 12 years ago:  Rohi TV management has laid off 15 employees in Multan, following previous job cuts, raising concerns about the channel's future and stability.

Jehan Pakistan fires senior editor

Jehan Pakistan fires senior editor

 Published 12 years ago:  Rana Tahir, senior editor of Jehan Pakistan, has been dismissed after refusing to lay off staff, sparking concerns over further job cuts.

Job cuts at Jehan Pakistan

Job cuts at Jehan Pakistan

 Published 12 years ago:  Jehan Pakistan is undergoing significant job cuts less than eight months after its launch, affecting multiple staff members and management.

Such TV fires four staffers

Such TV fires four staffers

 Published 12 years ago:  Such TV has reportedly fired four employees on Labor Day amidst claims of unsatisfactory performance, raising questions about management motives.

Roznama Dunya fires four reporters abruptly after Islamabad launch

Roznama Dunya fires four reporters abruptly after Islamabad launch

 Published 12 years ago:  Roznama Dunya has terminated four reporters just months after its Islamabad launch, raising concerns about the newspaper's stability.

Dunya TV sacks three camera operators

Dunya TV sacks three camera operators

 Published 12 years ago:  Dunya News TV has dismissed three camera operators over salary demands, igniting outrage within the journalistic community and calls for labor rights reform.

Express News downsizes staff at two bureaus

Express News downsizes staff at two bureaus

 Published 13 years ago:  Express News has downsized staff at its Sargodha and Rahimyar Khan bureaus, leaving them severely understaffed due to financial issues.