Media in Pakistan

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Waqt News sacks nearly 30 staffers in Islamabad

Waqt News sacks nearly 30 staffers in Islamabad

 Published 7 years ago:  Following the dismissal of top presenter Matiullah Jan, Waqt News Television has fired nearly 30 staffers in Islamabad, including reporters Rehan Shaikh, Aimen Syed, and Imtiaz Chughtai. The terminations come amid a broader media industry crisis, with unpaid salaries and grounded news vehicles.

Dunya News terminates two cameramen, IT head in Islamabad

Dunya News terminates two cameramen, IT head in Islamabad

 Published 7 years ago:  Dunya News Television has terminated two senior cameramen, Nayar Abbas, and Kashif Bajwa, along with the head of their IT Section. This move is part of the broader financial crisis affecting the media industry in Pakistan.

Journalist Babra Rizvi laid to rest

Journalist Babra Rizvi laid to rest

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BOL reportedly fires over 250 employees without paying them salaries long overdue

BOL reportedly fires over 250 employees without paying them salaries long overdue

 Published 7 years ago:  BOL News has reportedly terminated over 250 employees without paying nearly six months of outstanding salaries. The abrupt sackings led to protests at the Karachi office, a day after the Supreme Court ordered BOL to pay staff within a month. The channel claims to be Pakistan’s biggest media house.

Waqt News shows Matiullah Jan the door

Waqt News shows Matiullah Jan the door

 Published 7 years ago:  Waqt News has fired prominent journalist Matiullah Jan, host of "Apna Apna Gareban," after six years. Jan announced his sacking on Twitter, thanking his organization and colleagues. Speculations arise that the termination may be linked to his program's ratings.