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.

Here's what prominent journalists say about Saad Rafiq's arrest

Here's what prominent journalists say about Saad Rafiq's arrest

 Published 7 years ago:  Prominent journalists share their views on the arrest of PML-N leader Khawaja Saad Rafiq and its implications for Pakistan's political landscape.

Sana Bucha on Yousaf Baig's appointment: Expect more gagging of media

Sana Bucha on Yousaf Baig's appointment: Expect more gagging of media

 Published 7 years ago:  Sana Bucha warns that Yousaf Baig Mirza's appointment as PM's media advisor may lead to increased media censorship and loss of objectivity.

Yousaf Baig Mirza appointed special assistant to prime minister on media affairs

Yousaf Baig Mirza appointed special assistant to prime minister on media affairs

 Published 7 years ago:  Yousaf Baig Mirza has been appointed as special assistant to the prime minister on media affairs effective December 7, resigning from Public News Television.

PFUJ terms raid on ailing journalist Shabbar Azami's house a shameless act

PFUJ terms raid on ailing journalist Shabbar Azami's house a shameless act

 Published 7 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the Sindh government's raid on ailing journalist Shabbar Azami's home, calling it a shameless act against press freedom.

Israel raids Palestinian news agency, detains journalist in West Bank

Israel raids Palestinian news agency, detains journalist in West Bank

 Published 7 years ago:  Israeli forces raided the Palestinian News and Information Agency office in Ramallah, detaining journalist Sameh Manasra amid rising tensions.

Raid on house of paralysis-stricken journalist Shabbar Azami

Raid on house of paralysis-stricken journalist Shabbar Azami

 Published 7 years ago:  Security personnel raided the home of journalist Shabbar Azami, raising concerns over press freedom in Karachi after his recent paralysis.

The Nation chief reporter detained briefly by men in plain clothes

The Nation chief reporter detained briefly by men in plain clothes

 Published 7 years ago:  Mansoor Khan, a chief reporter at The Nation, was briefly detained by plainclothes security while covering an MQM-London rally in Karachi.

Waheed Khan calls for fair treatment of sport in promo

Waheed Khan calls for fair treatment of sport in promo

 Published 7 years ago:  Waheed Khan's new program on GTV HD promotes equal treatment for sports alongside other vital disciplines in Pakistan.

Mubasher Lucman and team leaving Samaa

Mubasher Lucman and team leaving Samaa

 Published 7 years ago:  Mubasher Lucman announces his and his team's resignation from Samaa Television, with their final show airing on December 27, 2018.

Nusrat Javeed corrects himself: a tire burst, not an attempt on life

Nusrat Javeed corrects himself: a tire burst, not an attempt on life

 Published 7 years ago:  Nusrat Javeed clarifies that a tire burst, not an assassination attempt, caused his recent panic after a police investigation confirmed the incident.

APNS, PBA take exception to information minister's statement on media dues

APNS, PBA take exception to information minister's statement on media dues

 Published 7 years ago:  APNS and PBA criticize Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry's claim about media dues, emphasizing that payments remain significantly overdue.

PFUJ mourns death of APNEC Chairman Shafiuddin Ashraf

PFUJ mourns death of APNEC Chairman Shafiuddin Ashraf

 Published 7 years ago:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists mourns the death of Shafiuddin Ashraf, the longtime chairman of APNEC, honoring his dedication to media workers.

IHC orders implementation of Television Audience Measurement regulations in letter and spirit

IHC orders implementation of Television Audience Measurement regulations in letter and spirit

 Published 7 years ago:  Islamabad High Court orders the implementation of Television Audience Measurement regulations to ensure fair and representative media ratings.

Nusrat Javeed survives attempt on life

Nusrat Javeed survives attempt on life

 Published 7 years ago:  Nusrat Javeed survived an assassination attempt in Islamabad, as unidentified shooters fired on his vehicle, forcing him to escape unharmed.

APNEC Chairman and Dawn unionist Shafiuddin Ashraf dies

APNEC Chairman and Dawn unionist Shafiuddin Ashraf dies

 Published 7 years ago:  Shafiuddin Ashraf, Chairman of APNEC and Dawn unionist, passed away at 63 after battling cancer and complications from treatment.

Airing false news lands 17 news channels in trouble

Airing false news lands 17 news channels in trouble

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has issued show-cause notices to 17 news channels for broadcasting false news regarding Prime Minister Imran Khan's meeting with NAB Chairman.

PEMRA issues show-cause notices to Channel 24, Abb Takk

PEMRA issues show-cause notices to Channel 24, Abb Takk

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has issued show-cause notices to Channel 24 and Abb Takk for airing abusive content during a political address, violating its regulations.

Two-thirds of women journalists suffered gender-based online attacks: IFJ survey

Two-thirds of women journalists suffered gender-based online attacks: IFJ survey

 Published 7 years ago:  A recent IFJ survey reveals that two-thirds of women journalists face gender-based online attacks, highlighting the urgent need for protective measures.

Sports ace Waheed Khan set to return to television screen

Sports ace Waheed Khan set to return to television screen

 Published 7 years ago:  Waheed Khan, a prominent sports journalist, returns to TV on GTV HD to host 'G Sports with Waheed Khan' starting December 10.

Hate wins as Herald drops Person of the Year poll

Hate wins as Herald drops Person of the Year poll

 Published 7 years ago:  Herald magazine removes its Person of the Year poll due to backlash and hate directed toward its choices, including controversial figures.

Dawn raises price

Dawn raises price

 Published 7 years ago:  Dawn has raised its newspaper prices from Rs22 to Rs25 due to skyrocketing newsprint costs and the depreciation of the Pakistani rupee.

VOA Urdu website blocked

VOA Urdu website blocked

 Published 7 years ago:  The VOA Urdu website was blocked in Pakistan on Thursday, leaving users unable to access its content without official explanation.

Declining media freedom the most serious human rights issue: I. A. Rehman

Declining media freedom the most serious human rights issue: I. A. Rehman

 Published 7 years ago:  I. A. Rehman emphasizes the decline in media freedom as a critical human rights issue in Pakistan that needs urgent government attention.

Dysfunctional Tribal Union of Journalists to be reorganized and renamed

Dysfunctional Tribal Union of Journalists to be reorganized and renamed

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Khyber tribal district are set to reorganize and rename the dysfunctional Tribal Union of Journalists following the merger with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Afghan radio director and owner abducted, driver killed

Afghan radio director and owner abducted, driver killed

 Published 7 years ago:  Engineer Zalmay, owner of Enikass radio, was abducted in Jalalabad, with his driver killed amidst escalating violence against media in Afghanistan.

CPJ alarmed by detention of German freelance reporter in Venezuela

CPJ alarmed by detention of German freelance reporter in Venezuela

 Published 7 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists expresses alarm over the detention of German reporter Billy Six in Venezuela charged with rebellion and espionage.

IFJ calls for prompt action to arrest journalist Noor-ul-Hassan's murderers

IFJ calls for prompt action to arrest journalist Noor-ul-Hassan's murderers

 Published 7 years ago:  The IFJ urges the Pakistan government to act swiftly against the murderers of journalist Noor-ul-Hassan, emphasizing the need for media safety.

Strike by Nawa-i-Waqt and The Nation employees pays off

Strike by Nawa-i-Waqt and The Nation employees pays off

 Published 7 years ago:  Employees of Nawa-i-Waqt and The Nation in Lahore successfully held a strike for unpaid wages, compelling management to promise payment.