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.

Freedom Network urges prime minister to provide equal audience to all media

Freedom Network urges prime minister to provide equal audience to all media

 Published 7 years ago:  Freedom Network calls on Prime Minister Imran Khan to ensure equal access to media for all, emphasizing the importance of press freedom.

Journalist seriously injured in targeted car bomb attack in Somalia

Journalist seriously injured in targeted car bomb attack in Somalia

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalist Ismail Sheikh Khalifa was seriously injured in a targeted car bomb attack in Mogadishu, prompting calls for a full investigation.

Journalists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa protest colleague's murder

Journalists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa protest colleague's murder

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa protest against the murder of Royal TV reporter Noor-ul-Hassan, demanding justice and accountability!

Mexican journalist shot dead

Mexican journalist shot dead

 Published 7 years ago:  Mexican journalist Alejandro Márquez Jiménez was murdered, prompting calls for a thorough investigation into the violence against media in Mexico.

Journalist arrested in India over Facebook video

Journalist arrested in India over Facebook video

 Published 7 years ago:  Kishorchandra Wangkhem, a journalist in India, was arrested over a Facebook video criticizing the government, raising concerns about free expression!

Royal TV reporter gunned down in Peshawar, cameraman injured

Royal TV reporter gunned down in Peshawar, cameraman injured

 Published 7 years ago:  A Royal TV reporter was shot dead in Peshawar, while a cameraman was critically injured in an attack on their vehicle by unidentified assailants.

Waqar Younis reacts angrily to Najam Sethi's comments

Waqar Younis reacts angrily to Najam Sethi's comments

 Published 7 years ago:  Waqar Younis responds fiercely to Najam Sethi's criticisms of his coaching during a televised interview, highlighting political tensions in cricket.

Arrest warrant issued for editor in the Philippines

Arrest warrant issued for editor in the Philippines

 Published 7 years ago:  Maria Ressa faces an arrest warrant in the Philippines over tax fraud charges, prompting condemnation from international journalist organizations.

After 200-plus programs, Wajahat S. Khan quits Dunya News

After 200-plus programs, Wajahat S. Khan quits Dunya News

 Published 7 years ago:  Wajahat S. Khan leaves Dunya News after hosting over 220 episodes of Mahaaz, marking a significant transition in his journalism career.

Ali Raza Rind elected president of Dalbadin Press Club

Ali Raza Rind elected president of Dalbadin Press Club

 Published 7 years ago:  Ali Raza Rind has been elected president of the Dalbandin Press Club, with the entire Democratic Panel winning unopposed for a three-year term.

NewsOne ordered to pay pending staff salaries within a week

NewsOne ordered to pay pending staff salaries within a week

 Published 7 years ago:  The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered NewsOne to clear pending staff salaries within a week, underscoring workers' rights in media.

Murdered reporter Saleem Shahzad's widow says truth will never be known

Murdered reporter Saleem Shahzad's widow says truth will never be known

 Published 7 years ago:  Anita Saleem states the truth behind her husband Saleem Shahzad's murder will never be revealed, reflecting on their struggles since his death.

State of media far worse than in the past: CPNE

State of media far worse than in the past: CPNE

 Published 7 years ago:  The CPNE highlights the deteriorating state of press freedom in Pakistan, expressing concerns over economic restrictions and censorship efforts.

Supreme Court sets final deadlines for media owners to pay staff salaries

Supreme Court sets final deadlines for media owners to pay staff salaries

 Published 7 years ago:  The Supreme Court of Pakistan issued final deadlines for media owners to pay owed staff salaries and warned of severe penalties for non-compliance.

Supreme Court orders placing Daily Times CEO Shehryar Taseer on no-fly list

Supreme Court orders placing Daily Times CEO Shehryar Taseer on no-fly list

 Published 7 years ago:  The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered Daily Times CEO Shehryar Taseer to be placed on the no-fly list for not paying staff salaries.

Owais Tohid set to appear on Public TV

Owais Tohid set to appear on Public TV

 Published 7 years ago:  Senior journalist Owais Tohid will launch his show Crosscheck on Public News Television starting December 3, airing Monday to Thursday at 8 PM.

Australian billionaire to spend AU$100 million on creating journalism institute in Sydney

Australian billionaire to spend AU$100 million on creating journalism institute in Sydney

 Published 7 years ago:  Australian philanthropist Judith Neilson pledges AU$100 million to establish a journalism institute in Sydney dedicated to quality journalism.

Nepali editor arrested over political reporting

Nepali editor arrested over political reporting

 Published 7 years ago:  Gopal Chand, editor of postpati.com, was arrested in Nepal for reporting on an attack attempt against former PM Prachanda, raising press freedom concerns.

Journalists assaulted outside Sri Lankan court

Journalists assaulted outside Sri Lankan court

 Published 7 years ago:  Several journalists were assaulted while covering a court appearance in Colombo, raising serious concerns over press freedom in Sri Lanka.

Nai Baat journalist Nasrullah Khan granted bail

Nai Baat journalist Nasrullah Khan granted bail

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalist Nasrullah Khan has been granted bail by an anti-terrorism court after being arrested for allegedly possessing banned literature.

Troubles pile up for Dr. Shahid Masood

Troubles pile up for Dr. Shahid Masood

 Published 7 years ago:  Dr. Shahid Masood's pre-arrest bail plea is rejected, leading to his arrest over allegations of harassment and theft near the Islamabad High Court.

Feica discharged from hospital

Feica discharged from hospital

 Published 7 years ago:  Feica, the renowned Editorial Artist of Dawn Media Group, has been discharged from the hospital following a heart attack and is recovering at home.

AFP reporter Gohar Abbas wins Foreign Press Association Award in London

AFP reporter Gohar Abbas wins Foreign Press Association Award in London

 Published 7 years ago:  Gohar Abbas, a reporter at AFP, wins the Foreign Press Association Award in London for his travel piece on Afghanistan's Wakhan Corridor.

Gunmen kill prominent Syrian radio host and photographer in Syria

Gunmen kill prominent Syrian radio host and photographer in Syria

 Published 7 years ago:  The assassination of Syrian radio host Raed Fares and photographer Hamoud al-Jnaid highlights the dangers journalists face in conflict zones.

Lebanese authorities detain Syrian reporter

Lebanese authorities detain Syrian reporter

 Published 7 years ago:  Lebanese authorities have detained Syrian journalist Abdel Hafez al-Houlani without charge, prompting international condemnation from the CPJ.

PFUJ factions team up to form National Action Committee

PFUJ factions team up to form National Action Committee

 Published 7 years ago:  The PFUJ factions have formed a National Action Committee to defend media workers' rights and address issues like salary delays and press freedom.

The News blunders big time

The News blunders big time

 Published 7 years ago:  The News made a significant error by repeating a four-column story about NAB on consecutive pages, raising questions about editorial standards.

PTV at its creative best on its 54th birthday

PTV at its creative best on its 54th birthday

 Published 7 years ago:  Pakistan Television (PTV) celebrated its 54th birthday with a creative advertisement highlighting its legacy and relationships with other channels.