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.

Some analysts question prime minister's role in dealing with protesters

Some analysts question prime minister's role in dealing with protesters

 Published 7 years ago:  Analysts question Prime Minister Imran Khan's past actions in dealing with protesters amidst recent criticisms following his national address.

Radio journalist gunned down in Somalia

Radio journalist gunned down in Somalia

 Published 7 years ago:  The killing of radio journalist Abdullahi Mire Hashi in Somalia highlights the urgent need for investigations and justice for media professionals.

Prominent journalists praise Prime Minister Imran Khan's speech

Prominent journalists praise Prime Minister Imran Khan's speech

 Published 7 years ago:  Prominent journalists have praised Prime Minister Imran Khan's recent speech addressing protests following the Supreme Court's verdict on Aasia Bibi.

Journalists stay put in front of Parliament House to protest layoffs

Journalists stay put in front of Parliament House to protest layoffs

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists protest in front of Parliament House against layoffs, highlighting economic struggles and demanding reinstatement of terminated workers.

Shaheen Sehbai questions Nasim Zehra's announcement about Ishaq Dar interview

Shaheen Sehbai questions Nasim Zehra's announcement about Ishaq Dar interview

 Published 7 years ago:  Shaheen Sehbai criticizes Nasim Zehra's announcement of an interview with Ishaq Dar, questioning media's portrayal of absconders in Pakistan.

Information minister's blunt response to Mazhar Abbas' 'death of journalism' tweet

Information minister's blunt response to Mazhar Abbas' 'death of journalism' tweet

 Published 7 years ago:  Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry's dismissive response to Mazhar Abbas' tweet highlights the challenges facing journalism in Pakistan.

Another journalist slain in India

Another journalist slain in India

 Published 7 years ago:  Another journalist, Chandan Tiwari, was found dead in Jharkhand, India, following threats, highlighting ongoing violence against reporters.

Freedom Network report reveals how Pakistan's legal system has failed the murdered journalists

Freedom Network report reveals how Pakistan's legal system has failed the murdered journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  A Freedom Network report reveals the failures of Pakistan's justice system in prosecuting the murders of journalists, highlighting deep-rooted impunity.

Staff at Daily Times unpaid since July

Staff at Daily Times unpaid since July

 Published 7 years ago:  Daily Times staff have not received salaries since July, leading to low morale and potential mass resignations due to financial instability.

Video journalist killed in Maoist rebel attack in India

Video journalist killed in Maoist rebel attack in India

 Published 7 years ago:  A video journalist was killed in Chhattisgarh, India, during an ambush by Maoist rebels while covering police preparations for upcoming elections.

Bilawal Bhutto makes a purchase as protesting journalists start selling pakoras

Bilawal Bhutto makes a purchase as protesting journalists start selling pakoras

 Published 7 years ago:  Bilawal Bhutto supports protesting journalists selling pakoras against job cuts in front of Parliament House, condemning government policies!

DawnNews terminates contracts of program presenters, others

DawnNews terminates contracts of program presenters, others

 Published 7 years ago:  DawnNews Television has terminated contracts of program presenters and team members, citing financial difficulties as the reason.

Journalist Ihsan Sherpao among four shot dead in Charsadda

Journalist Ihsan Sherpao among four shot dead in Charsadda

 Published 7 years ago:  Ihsan Sherpao, Secretary-General of Charsadda Press Club, was shot dead along with three others during a jirga in Charsadda on Tuesday.

Waqt News sacks all staff, ceases operations

Waqt News sacks all staff, ceases operations

 Published 7 years ago:  Waqt News has officially ceased operations in Pakistan after sacking all staff, following extensive protests from employees and journalist unions.

Pakistan shows improvement on CPJ's Global Impunity Index

Pakistan shows improvement on CPJ's Global Impunity Index

 Published 7 years ago:  Pakistan has improved its ranking on the Global Impunity Index, now at 9th place, highlighting ongoing challenges for journalist safety.

Peshawar journalists stage protest against job cuts

Peshawar journalists stage protest against job cuts

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists in Peshawar protest job cuts by media houses, demanding justice and reinstatement of sacked employees amidst ongoing layoffs.

Journalists protest in front of Express Group offices

Journalists protest in front of Express Group offices

 Published 7 years ago:  Journalists protested outside Express Media Group's offices in Islamabad against employee layoffs, demanding reinstatement of sacked workers.

PTV News to be revamped, says Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry

PTV News to be revamped, says Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry

 Published 7 years ago:  Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry announced plans to revamp the over-staffed PTV News, criticizing its current performance and management.

Terminated journalists to make pakoras outside Parliament House

Terminated journalists to make pakoras outside Parliament House

 Published 7 years ago:  Hundreds of terminated journalists plan to set up a pakora camp outside Parliament House on October 30 to highlight their economic struggles.

Supreme Court bans Indian TV shows

Supreme Court bans Indian TV shows

 Published 7 years ago:  The Supreme Court of Pakistan reinstates a ban on Indian TV shows, siding with the argument for appropriate local content transmission.

BBC She comes to Pakistani universities

BBC She comes to Pakistani universities

 Published 7 years ago:  BBC She project brings discussions to Pakistani universities to explore women's media needs and representation across different regions.

PBA chairman offers talks to journalists' Joint Action Committee

PBA chairman offers talks to journalists' Joint Action Committee

 Published 7 years ago:  Dunya News management is set to discuss employee terminations with the journalists' Joint Action Committee amid protests being called off.

Dr. Shahid Masood threatens Samaa TV reporter, snatches his cell phone

Dr. Shahid Masood threatens Samaa TV reporter, snatches his cell phone

 Published 7 years ago:  Dr. Shahid Masood confronts a Samaa TV reporter, threatens him, and deletes footage at Islamabad High Court, prompting police action.

Nusrat Javeed reacts angrily to allegation he received money from Malik Riaz

Nusrat Javeed reacts angrily to allegation he received money from Malik Riaz

 Published 7 years ago:  Nusrat Javeed reacts fiercely to allegations of accepting money from Malik Riaz, calling the claims lies as social media discussions escalate.

Concerns for media safety in Sri Lanka amid a political crisis

Concerns for media safety in Sri Lanka amid a political crisis

 Published 7 years ago:  Concerns mount for media safety in Sri Lanka following the political crisis and harassment of journalists at state-owned media outlets.

Formal launch of BOL Entertainment likely in November

Formal launch of BOL Entertainment likely in November

 Published 7 years ago:  BOL Entertainment is set to officially launch its channel on November 10, featuring top Pakistani actors and a range of entertainment programs.

IHC grants interim bail to Dr. Shahid Masood

IHC grants interim bail to Dr. Shahid Masood

 Published 7 years ago:  The Islamabad High Court grants interim bail to Dr. Shahid Masood in a PTV corruption case until November 12.

Japanese journalist abducted in Syria set free, returns home

Japanese journalist abducted in Syria set free, returns home

 Published 7 years ago:  Japanese journalist Jumpei Yasuda has been released from captivity in Syria after three years, receiving a welcome back in Japan from family and supporters.