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.
Turkish court upholds life sentences without parole for four journalists
Published 7 years ago: A Turkish court upholds life sentences for four journalists linked to a failed coup, highlighting concerns about press freedom in Turkey.
Imtiaz Alam calls for unity to fight censorship
Published 7 years ago: Imtiaz Alam urges journalists to unite against illegal censorship and delayed salaries, advocating for their rights and stability in the media industry.
CPJ joins Malta fact-finding mission into murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia
Published 7 years ago: The Committee to Protect Journalists joins a mission in Malta to mark the anniversary of Daphne Caruana Galizia's murder and investigate press freedom issues.
Supreme Court issues notices to ARY, Geo, and others for not paying staff salaries
Published 7 years ago: The Supreme Court has issued notices to ARY, Geo, and other media groups for failing to pay staff salaries, affecting journalists' rights.
Press Trust of India sacks 297 staff in one day
Published 7 years ago: Press Trust of India has laid off 297 staff members in a controversial move that has drawn criticism from journalist unions and organizations.
Dawn's Hyderabad-based photojournalist Yousuf Nagori passes away
Published 7 years ago: Yousuf Nagori, renowned photojournalist for Dawn based in Hyderabad, passed away at 62 after a prolonged battle with liver disease.
PFUJ's Abbottabad Declaration: Government ignoring the issue of unannounced censorship
Published 7 years ago: PFUJ's Abbottabad Declaration highlights government's silence on unannounced censorship affecting journalists and media freedom in Pakistan.
Increasing pressure on media houses from state institutions: Dawn
Published 7 years ago: Dawn highlights the alarming decline in media freedom in Pakistan, citing state pressure and the need for protective measures for journalists.
Genuine newspapers battling for survival: The Nation
Published 7 years ago: The Nation highlights the struggles of genuine newspapers facing rising paper costs, unpaid advertising dues, and government cuts in a climate of austerity.
PFUJ calls for nationwide protest on October 9
Published 7 years ago: The PFUJ has announced a nationwide protest on October 9 to address media retrenchments and censorship affecting journalists in Pakistan.
BBC warns of stern legal action over unauthorized use of its logos in Pakistan
Published 7 years ago: The BBC has issued a warning about the illegal use of its logos in Pakistan and plans to take stern legal action against offenders.
Dawn Editor Zaffar Abbas says Cyril Almeida has taken a short break
Published 7 years ago: Dawn Editor Zaffar Abbas confirms journalist Cyril Almeida's short break after his column absence, emphasizing it's a temporary hiatus.
Event highlights journalists imprisoned around the world
Published 7 years ago: The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns global imprisonments of journalists during a U.N. panel focusing on press freedom issues.
Ayesha Bakhsh leaves Geo News
Published 7 years ago: Ayesha Bakhsh, host of Report Card on Geo News, departs after 11 years, mentioning a continuation of her journey to learn and explore.
Government drops plan to lease out Radio Pakistan building for now
Published 7 years ago: The government has halted plans to lease the Radio Pakistan building following employee protests and reached an agreement with staff members.
IFJ urges court to withdraw arrest warrant for Cyril Almeida
Published 7 years ago: The IFJ calls for the withdrawal of an arrest warrant for journalist Cyril Almeida, emphasizing the importance of press freedom and journalistic rights.
CEJ and OICCI host data and business reporting workshop
Published 7 years ago: The CEJ and OICCI hosted a workshop to equip journalists with data skills crucial for business reporting.
PEMRA files FIR against individual running TV channel illegally
Published 7 years ago: PEMRA has filed an FIR against Malik Muhammad Yameen Awan for illegally running a television channel and violating the PEMRA Ordinance.
Journalism without boundaries: The growth of unqualified news anchors in Pakistan
Published 7 years ago: The rise of unqualified news anchors in Pakistan challenges traditional journalism ethics and qualifications in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
Dawn editor guarantees Almeida's presence in court on October 8
Published 7 years ago: Dawn's editor confirms journalist Cyril Almeida will appear in Lahore High Court on October 8 amid treason charges against Nawaz Sharif.
HRCP says journalism is not a crime
Published 7 years ago: HRCP condemns arrest warrant for journalist Cyril Almeida, emphasizing that journalism is not a crime and urging the court to reconsider its actions.
Non-bailable arrest warrants issued for Dawn journalist Cyril Almeida
Published 7 years ago: Lahore High Court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for Dawn journalist Cyril Almeida amid treason charges against former PM Nawaz Sharif.
Ninth journalist murdered in Mexico this year
Published 7 years ago: Gunmen killed journalist Mario Gomez in Chiapas, marking the ninth reporter murder in Mexico this year amid rising violence against the press.
Media targeted online and offline in the Philippines
Published 7 years ago: Media in the Philippines faces increased violence and threats, raising critical concerns for journalist safety and press freedom in the nation.
Bangladesh parliament passes draconian Digital Security Act
Published 7 years ago: Bangladesh Parliament has passed the controversial Digital Security Act, raising significant concerns over media freedom and expression.
PPP slams plan to lease out Radio Pakistan headquarter building
Published 7 years ago: The PPP criticizes the PTI government's plan to lease the Radio Pakistan headquarters, emphasizing the importance of national broadcasting institutions.
Radio journalist stabbed to death in Somalia
Published 7 years ago: Journalist Abdirisak Sa'id Osman was stabbed to death in Galkayo, Somalia, highlighting ongoing violence against media professionals there.
Radio Pakistan Headquarter building to be leased out
Published 7 years ago: The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf government plans to lease the Radio Pakistan Headquarter, raising concerns among employees about workspace adequacy.

