Media in Pakistan

 Published last year:  Remembering Arshad A. Zuberi, the deputy chief executive of Business Recorder Group, who passed away on Sunday after a protracted illness, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in journalism.

 Published last year:  Veteran journalist Nusrat Javeed has accused PTI of operating a bot in Richard Grenell’s name, fueling a Twitter controversy amid the Trump aide’s vocal support for Imran Khan.

 Published last year:  A fierce Twitter exchange between Trump's special envoy Richard Grenell and senior Pakistani journalist Nusrat Javeed escalates into accusations of fake news and influence peddling, highlighting growing tensions.

 Published last year:  Pakistan's leading YouTube journalist Imran Riaz Khan joins the growing list of media personalities forced into exile, highlighting the escalating threats against independent voices in Pakistani media.

 Published last year:  At The Digital Dialogue summit in Islamabad, experts called for equitable Internet access, unveiled the Pakistan Digital Transformation Report 2024, and explored solutions for fostering digital rights and media sustainability.

 Published last year:  Senior Pakistani journalist Nusrat Javeed's unusual on-air performance, mixing Punjabi outbursts and impromptu dancing, sparks a social media storm amid growing tensions over Richard Grenell's support for Imran Khan.

 Published last year:  Pakistani journalist Asad Toor wins the 2024 Dutch Human Rights Tulip Award for his fearless reporting on human rights abuses and marginalized communities in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  Pakistani journalist Harmeet Singh, an anchor at Such TV, faces harassment by the FIA on allegations of anti-state rhetoric during his coverage of Imran Khan protests. CPJ urges authorities to stop targeting journalists.

 Published last year:  A critical examination of dangerous medical misinformation broadcast on Pakistan Television, exposing how political propaganda can potentially harm cancer patients by spreading false treatment narratives.

 Published last year:  Geo News faces criticism after a homophobic tweet targeting Richard Grenell, a Trump advisor advocating for Imran Khan's release, which was subsequently deleted.

 Published last year:  Journalist Malik Zafar Iqbal Naich was tragically shot dead in Rahim Yar Khan while distributing newspapers. The IFJ and PFUJ strongly condemn the killing, urging swift justice amid Pakistan's deteriorating safety for journalists.

 Published last year:  UNESCO and IRADA hosted a national consultation in Islamabad, calling for inclusive Internet governance reforms in Pakistan to protect digital rights, freedom of expression, and access to information through multi-stakeholder collaboration.

 Published last year:  A viral video claiming journalist Matiullah Jan was expelled from PMA has been debunked by iVerify Pakistan. The video, edited with AI, originates from the drama serial Ehd-e-Wafa.

 Published last year:  Journalist Matiullah Jan has been released from Adiala Jail after securing bail, ending fears of a potential transfer to Attock Jail. He expressed gratitude to supporters and shared light-hearted moments about his custody.

 Published last year:  Daily Dawn condemns the arrest of journalist Matiullah Jan as a misuse of the law. The editorial highlights concerns over the state's weaponization of legal provisions against journalists, activists, and dissenters.

 Published last year:  The Islamabad Anti-Terrorism Court has granted bail to journalist Matiullah Jan in a case involving drugs and terrorism charges. He was released on a surety bond of PKR 10,000 following the suspension of his physical remand by the Islamabad High Court.

 Published last year:  The Lahore High Court has ordered the production of journalist Shakir Mahmood Awan’s alleged kidnapper by Monday while summoning IG Punjab and demanding CCTV footage from Safe City.

 Published last year:  Suno TV faces criticism for targeting senior journalist Matiullah Jan with a smear campaign following his controversial abduction and arrest. This raises serious concerns about media ethics and press freedom in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  WISPAP has requested the Ministry of Interior to extend the deadline for VPN registration in Pakistan, citing the need to ensure compliance amid increasing VPN usage after platform bans.

 Published last year:  The Islamabad High Court has suspended the Anti-Terrorism Court's decision granting a two-day physical remand for journalist Matiullah Jan, placing him under judicial remand instead.

 Published last year:  The PFUJ has condemned the abduction and arrest of journalist Matiullah Jan, demanding his immediate release. They warn of nationwide protests if government actions against journalists continue.

 Published last year:  Advocate Imaan Mazari has challenged Matiullah Jan’s two-day physical remand in the Islamabad High Court, claiming his arrest is based on a false case. Calls for press freedom and justice grow louder.

 Published last year:  The chaotic PTI protest for Imran Khan's release highlighted deep divisions in media coverage. While social media platforms gained traction for real-time updates, mainstream outlets faced criticism for biased reporting.

 Published last year:  Journalist Matiullah Jan faces terrorism and drug charges after his alleged abduction. Police claim meth was recovered from his car, raising serious concerns about the case’s implications for press freedom.

 Published last year:  Matiullah Jan's son has alleged police are withholding a copy of the FIR registered against his father, who was moved from Margalla police station to an undisclosed location after his detention.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists and the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan have called for the immediate release and safety of Matiullah Jan, who was abducted on Wednesday in Islamabad.

 Published last year:  Lawyer Imaan Mazari revealed that journalist Matiullah Jan remains missing despite reports he was briefly at Margalla Police Station. His abduction sparks concerns over press freedom in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  Senior journalist Matiullah Jan has been abducted in Islamabad while investigating PTI protest deaths. Rights lawyers have filed a habeas corpus petition as charges of drug possession and terrorism spark outrage.