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.

Editor arrested and charged with militancy in Indian-held Kashmir

Editor arrested and charged with militancy in Indian-held Kashmir

 Published 7 years ago:  Asif Sultan, assistant editor of Kashmir Narrator, arrested for alleged militancy, raising serious concerns for press freedom in Indian-held Kashmir.

CPJ to release report on press freedom in Pakistan

CPJ to release report on press freedom in Pakistan

 Published 7 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists will release a report on press freedom in Pakistan, detailing increased intimidation faced by journalists.

Reuters Myanmar reporters jailed for seven years in landmark secrets case

Reuters Myanmar reporters jailed for seven years in landmark secrets case

 Published 7 years ago:  Two Reuters journalists in Myanmar were sentenced to seven years in prison for violating the Official Secrets Act in a landmark case for press freedom.

Mexican cameraman killed

Mexican cameraman killed

 Published 7 years ago:  The killing of Mexican cameraman Javier Enrique Rodríguez Valladares prompts urgent calls for a thorough investigation into journalist safety.

Political dynasties emerging in PTI, Rahimullah Yousafzai says

Political dynasties emerging in PTI, Rahimullah Yousafzai says

 Published 7 years ago:  Rahimullah Yousafzai highlights the rise of political dynasties within PTI, questioning their integrity compared to Imran Khan's past statements.

Shaheen Sehbai calls for 'grounding' DawnNews reporter who attacked man

Shaheen Sehbai calls for 'grounding' DawnNews reporter who attacked man

 Published 7 years ago:  Shaheen Sehbai criticizes DawnNews reporter Inamullah Khattak for physical assault and demands his grounding and training.

Former PEMRA chief Absar Alam welcomes plan to set up a single media regulator

Former PEMRA chief Absar Alam welcomes plan to set up a single media regulator

 Published 7 years ago:  Absar Alam supports the government's initiative to establish a single media regulator in Pakistan, promoting streamlined operations for media houses.

Government to ease visa restrictions for foreign journalists

Government to ease visa restrictions for foreign journalists

 Published 7 years ago:  The Pakistani government plans to relax visa regulations for foreign journalists, allowing better access for media coverage in the country.

Punjab information minister regrets swearing after TV interview

Punjab information minister regrets swearing after TV interview

 Published 7 years ago:  Punjab Information Minister Fayyaz ul Hassan Chohan regrets using abusive language after an interview, while criticizing the airing of off-air clips.

Woman journalist hacked to death at home in Bangladesh: Reports

Woman journalist hacked to death at home in Bangladesh: Reports

 Published 7 years ago:  A woman journalist in Bangladesh was brutally hacked to death at her home by unidentified assailants, sparking outrage among local journalists.

PTI government to merge media regulators

PTI government to merge media regulators

 Published 7 years ago:  The PTI government aims to consolidate PEMRA and PCP into a single authority, the Pakistan Media Regulatory Authority, for better media oversight.

PEMRA serves show-cause notice on ARY

PEMRA serves show-cause notice on ARY

 Published 7 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to ARY News for airing a program discussing a sub-judice money laundering case against Asif Ali Zardari.

HRCP report urges government to prevent illegal interference in freedom of expression

HRCP report urges government to prevent illegal interference in freedom of expression

 Published 7 years ago:  HRCP urges the government to stop illegal interference with freedom of expression and highlights ongoing restrictions on media outlets in Pakistan.

Supreme Court issues show-cause notice to ARY News presenter Arshad Sharif

Supreme Court issues show-cause notice to ARY News presenter Arshad Sharif

 Published 7 years ago:  The Supreme Court issued a show-cause notice to ARY News presenter Arshad Sharif for discussing ongoing court cases on his program Power Play.

CEJ welcomes new batch of students for Masters of Science in Journalism program

CEJ welcomes new batch of students for Masters of Science in Journalism program

 Published 7 years ago:  The Centre for Excellence in Journalism at IBA welcomed its second cohort of Masters of Science in Journalism students, enhancing their academic journey.

Saleh Zaafir an icon of 'helicopter group': Shaheen Sehbai

Saleh Zaafir an icon of 'helicopter group': Shaheen Sehbai

 Published 7 years ago:  Shaheen Sehbai discusses the influence of media groups in Pakistan, highlighting Saleh Zaafir's role as an icon of the 'helicopter group'.

Matiullah Jan stands up for Asma Shirazi after trolls target her

Matiullah Jan stands up for Asma Shirazi after trolls target her

 Published 7 years ago:  Matiullah Jan defends Asma Shirazi against online trolls, highlighting her integrity as a journalist amidst a resurfaced interview clip.

DawnNews reporter Inamullah Khattak under fire for hitting individual outside NAB court

DawnNews reporter Inamullah Khattak under fire for hitting individual outside NAB court

 Published 7 years ago:  DawnNews reporter Inamullah Khattak faces backlash for hitting a man outside NAB court amidst rising tensions between journalists and political supporters.

IPI sees Pakistan lifting censorship of state media a step toward press freedom

IPI sees Pakistan lifting censorship of state media a step toward press freedom

 Published 7 years ago:  The IPI welcomes Pakistan's move to lift censorship on state media as a significant step towards enhancing press freedom in the country.

Anwar Iqbal and Haroon Rashid come to Saleem Safi's defence

Anwar Iqbal and Haroon Rashid come to Saleem Safi's defence

 Published 7 years ago:  Senior journalists Anwar Iqbal and Haroon Rashid defend Geo News presenter Saleem Safi amid controversy over his claims about Nawaz Sharif.

The Nation Editor Salim Bokhari says Maxim has not resigned

The Nation Editor Salim Bokhari says Maxim has not resigned

 Published 7 years ago:  Salim Bokhari insists that Dr Shaukat Mehmood, known as Maxim, has not resigned from The Nation despite conflicting reports from his daughter.

The Nation cartoonist Maxim makes unceremonious exit

The Nation cartoonist Maxim makes unceremonious exit

 Published 7 years ago:  Aamna Sani announced her father Maxim's resignation from The Nation after 35 years, citing non-payment and lack of respect from management.

PTI announces zero tolerance for abusive language on social media

PTI announces zero tolerance for abusive language on social media

 Published 7 years ago:  Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf announces a zero tolerance policy on abusive language used by supporters on social media, enforcing account blocks.

Veteran Indian journalist Kuldip Nayar passes away

Veteran Indian journalist Kuldip Nayar passes away

 Published 7 years ago:  Veteran Indian journalist Kuldip Nayar, a strong advocate for press freedom, passed away at 95 after battling pneumonia, leaving a significant legacy.

PTI government gives PTV, Radio Pakistan complete editorial freedom

PTI government gives PTV, Radio Pakistan complete editorial freedom

 Published 7 years ago:  The PTI government grants complete editorial freedom to PTV and Radio Pakistan, emphasizing independence and a shift away from political interference.

NAB set to initiate inquiry against PML-N information ministers, claims Dr Shahid Masood

NAB set to initiate inquiry against PML-N information ministers, claims Dr Shahid Masood

 Published 7 years ago:  Dr Shahid Masood claims NAB is set to investigate former PML-N ministers for massive funds given to media houses during Nawaz Sharif's tenure.

The News appoints Tom Hussain as editor content development

The News appoints Tom Hussain as editor content development

 Published 7 years ago:  The News has appointed senior journalist Tom Hussain as editor content development, enhancing its team in Islamabad.

Former Dawn Editor Abbas Nasir embroiled in bitter exchange with Twitterati

Former Dawn Editor Abbas Nasir embroiled in bitter exchange with Twitterati

 Published 7 years ago:  Former Dawn editor Abbas Nasir faces backlash over a Twitter dispute following a senator's criticism of the National Assembly Speaker's behavior.