Media in Pakistan

Welcome to Media in Pakistan, your dedicated source for the latest stories about the Pakistani media landscape. Discover news about journalist movements, press freedom, attacks on media professionals, and developments within news organizations. Stay updated on the dynamic world of Pakistani journalism and get timely insights into the industry.

Siasat.pk shuts Islamabad office as pressure mounts

Siasat.pk shuts Islamabad office as pressure mounts

 Published 23 hours ago:  Siasat.pk has shut its Islamabad office after 8 years, citing pressure and the detention of journalist Sohrab Barkat that staff say made operations untenable.

Widow of Arshad Sharif alleges renewed harassment in Islamabad

Widow of Arshad Sharif alleges renewed harassment in Islamabad

 Published yesterday:  Javeria Siddique, widow of Arshad Sharif, says unidentified people have returned to her Islamabad street asking about her, and she has contacted police.

Tarar visits Ishrat Fatima, invites her to train at PTV

Tarar visits Ishrat Fatima, invites her to train at PTV

 Published 3 days ago:  Information Minister Ataullah Tarar visited veteran broadcaster Ishrat Fatima, inviting her to train PTV anchors and help set pronunciation standards.

Journalist Shabbir Mir named CM spokesperson in Gilgit-Baltistan

Journalist Shabbir Mir named CM spokesperson in Gilgit-Baltistan

 Published 3 days ago:  Shabbir Mir, a senior journalist, has been named spokesperson to the Gilgit-Baltistan chief minister, bringing media experience to a key communications role.

Arshad Sharif case nears closure as widow voices frustration

Arshad Sharif case nears closure as widow voices frustration

 Published 3 days ago:  The Federal Constitutional Court may soon close proceedings into journalist Arshad Sharif's killing, while his widow says she is frustrated by slow justice.

Ishrat Fatima reveals painful exit from Radio Pakistan

Ishrat Fatima reveals painful exit from Radio Pakistan

 Published 4 days ago:  In an emotional account, veteran broadcaster Ishrat Fatima opens up about the pain behind leaving Radio Pakistan after 45 years, reflecting on passion, dignity, and a lifetime devoted to journalism.

PFUJ honors Minhaj Barna on death anniversary

PFUJ honors Minhaj Barna on death anniversary

 Published 4 days ago:  PFUJ paid tribute to veteran journalist and union leader Minhaj Barna on his death anniversary, honoring his long fight for press freedom and journalists' rights.

Veteran broadcaster Ishrat Fatima steps away after 45 years

Veteran broadcaster Ishrat Fatima steps away after 45 years

 Published 5 days ago:  Ishrat Fatima retires from broadcast media after nearly 45 years, leaving a legacy of Urdu diction, integrity, and influence in national broadcasting.

Journalist appeals to army chief over Islamabad tree cutting

Journalist appeals to army chief over Islamabad tree cutting

 Published 5 days ago:  Pakistani journalist Rauf Klasra appeals to Army Chief Asim Munir to halt large-scale tree cutting in Islamabad for a memorial, warning of environmental harm amid public silence.

Pakistan journalists face deepening welfare crisis, PFUJ-Workers warns

Pakistan journalists face deepening welfare crisis, PFUJ-Workers warns

 Published last week:  PFUJ-Workers warns Pakistan's journalists face a deepening welfare crisis of layoffs, delayed salaries, poverty and health hardships with little support.

HRCP condemns arrest of Karachi journalist under PECA

HRCP condemns arrest of Karachi journalist under PECA

 Published last week:  HRCP demanded the release of Karachi journalist Aslam Shah, calling his arrest under PECA by the NCCIA a direct attack on press freedom.

Rights group raises alarm over Pakistan court verdicts

Rights group raises alarm over Pakistan court verdicts

 Published last week:  Human Rights Foundation says Pakistani court convicted several journalists in absentia, raising concerns about due process and judicial independence.

Pakistani journalists reject in absentia convictions

Pakistani journalists reject in absentia convictions

 Published last week:  Pakistani journalists abroad issue a joint statement rejecting in absentia convictions, citing lack of due process, constitutional violations, and international human rights obligations.

Why news avoidance may be a bigger threat than misinformation

Why news avoidance may be a bigger threat than misinformation

 Published 2 weeks ago:  News avoidance is rising globally as audiences disengage from journalism. Media experts warn it may pose a bigger threat than misinformation to the future of news.

Seven evidence-based media predictions for Pakistan and beyond in 2026

Seven evidence-based media predictions for Pakistan and beyond in 2026

 Published 2 weeks ago:  A data-driven outlook on Pakistan and global media in 2026, examining legal risks, platform dependence, AI adoption, audience trust, and newsroom survival trends.

Dawn calls life sentences for journalists an extreme move

Dawn calls life sentences for journalists an extreme move

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Pakistan's Dawn warns that life sentences for journalists and YouTubers accused of defaming state institutions risk chilling press freedom and setting a dangerous legal precedent.

Silencing an article in Pakistan makes it louder

Silencing an article in Pakistan makes it louder

 Published 2 weeks ago:  The censorship of a political article in Pakistan highlights how suppression can amplify curiosity and public discourse around critical issues.

When telling the story becomes a crime: A warning shot for Pakistani journalism

When telling the story becomes a crime: A warning shot for Pakistani journalism

 Published 2 weeks ago:  The sentencing of prominent journalists in Pakistan signals a dire threat to press freedom and democratic discourse in the country.

Islamabad court sentences journalists in digital terrorism case

Islamabad court sentences journalists in digital terrorism case

 Published 2 weeks ago:  An Islamabad court sentenced journalists and YouTubers to life terms for digital terrorism against state institutions stemming from May 9 unrest.

Pakistan's most embarrassing media moments of 2025

Pakistan's most embarrassing media moments of 2025

 Published 2 weeks ago:  In 2025, Pakistan's media faced scandals highlighting ethical failures, violence, and propaganda that jeopardized journalistic integrity.

Pakistani journalist's air conflict reporting tops regional charts

Pakistani journalist's air conflict reporting tops regional charts

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Pakistani journalist Adnan Aamir's report on the May 2025 air conflict was recognized as the most-read South Asia story by Nikkei Asia.

Pakistan media told to limit coverage on Saudi-UAE Yemen tension

Pakistan media told to limit coverage on Saudi-UAE Yemen tension

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Pakistani media instructed to limit coverage of Saudi-UAE tensions in Yemen amid diplomatic efforts and regional implications.

The most popular JournalismPakistan stories of 2025 explained

The most popular JournalismPakistan stories of 2025 explained

 Published 2 weeks ago:  In 2025, JournalismPakistan's most popular stories highlighted challenges like press safety and the evolving media landscape in Pakistan.

Family and team revive Arshad Sharif's YouTube channel

Family and team revive Arshad Sharif's YouTube channel

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Arshad Sharif's family revives his YouTube channel to preserve his legacy, focusing on personal stories and memories of the journalist's life.

Journalism is lost in Balochistan, Freedom Network study finds

Journalism is lost in Balochistan, Freedom Network study finds

 Published 3 weeks ago:  A Freedom Network report reveals severe restrictions on journalism in Balochistan, highlighting censorship and violence faced by reporters.

Journalists outraged over treatment of KP leaders in Punjab Assembly

Journalists outraged over treatment of KP leaders in Punjab Assembly

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Pakistani journalists condemn the treatment of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa leaders in Punjab Assembly, highlighting serious ethical concerns in media and politics.

10 reasons why journalism matters more in Pakistan in 2026

10 reasons why journalism matters more in Pakistan in 2026

 Published 3 weeks ago:  In 2026, Pakistan's journalism faces rising threats, yet it remains essential for accountability and trust in a tumultuous information landscape.

Media control at play on ARY News or a broadcast mishap

Media control at play on ARY News or a broadcast mishap

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Ahsan Iqbal's live interview on ARY News was disrupted by an argument nearby, raising questions on media control and censorship in Pakistan.