Media in Pakistan

 Published last year:  The PTI march on Islamabad has highlighted concerns over media impartiality, with journalists Absa Komal and Arifa Noor warning about the risks of silencing mainstream media and its diminishing relevance.

 Published last year:  Journalist Mehreen Zahra-Malik criticizes Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja for using the banned platform X to target political opponents, highlighting irony and inconsistencies in Pakistan's digital policies.

 Published last year:  Young journalist Jinan Hussain becomes Pakistan's 11th media casualty of 2024 in a devastating attack on a passenger convoy in Kurram district that claimed 41 lives near the Afghan border.

 Published last year:  Pakistan pledges enhanced digital access, economic opportunities, and gender-responsive policies for women at the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on the Beijing+30 Review in Bangkok.

 Published last year:  iVerify Pakistan debunks an old video of singer Attaullah Esakhelvi urging support for PTI’s November 24 protest as misleading. The viral clip shared widely on X, was found to be from March 2022.

 Published last year:  Prominent analyst Orya Maqbool Jan, arrested by FIA for expressing dissent on the Mubarak Sani case, has been granted bail. The case raised concerns over press freedom and due process in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  The News and Jang regret publishing a false story attributed to the Foreign Office regarding a letter from US Congress members about Imran Khan’s release. The Foreign Office rejected the comments and urged media outlets to verify sources before publishing.

 Published last year:  Veteran journalist and author Khaled Ahmed passed away at the age of 81 after a heart attack at his Lahore residence. Ahmed, known for his work with prominent newspapers and insightful books, left a lasting impact on Pakistani journalism.

 Published last year:  Veteran journalist Anwar Iqbal reflects on Wajid Ali Syed’s departure from Geo News, highlighting concerns over the decline of professional journalism in Pakistan. As seasoned reporters exit, Iqbal warns of an era dominated by “citizen journalism,” with reduced accountability and blurred lines between truth and opinion.

 Published last year:  In a bold editorial, Daily Dawn criticizes the Council of Islamic Ideology's stance on VPNs as un-Islamic, highlighting government hypocrisy as officials continue to use banned platforms—the editorial questions CII's selective silence on critical national issues, including missing persons.

 Published last year:  The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) in Pakistan has deemed the use of VPNs to access blocked websites as un-Islamic, supporting the government's stance against unauthorized VPNs to prevent access to immoral or blasphemous content.

 Published last year:  Explore the intense debate surrounding the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as Pakistan’s hosting rights are questioned, and tensions rise between PCB, ICC, and BCCI. Delve into the complex intersections of sports diplomacy, national pride, and financial power.

 Published last year:  In a sharp rebuttal, anchor Asma Shirazi responded to Moeed Pirzada's allegations, calling him a one-time puppet of the establishment and questioning his commitment to democratic values and human rights.

 Published last year:  The National Assembly of Pakistan has banned all video recording within Parliament House, citing privacy concerns raised by lawmakers over journalists’ interviews being posted on social media without consent. Violators may face confiscation of devices and restricted access.

 Published last year:  Pakistani journalist Moeed Pirzada, living in exile, criticizes TV anchor Asma Shirazi for enthusiastically supporting the deportation of Pakistanis in the UK who protested against former Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Esa, accusing her of disregarding democracy and free speech.

 Published last year:  Geo News' coverage of the US elections took an unusual turn when the mention of Imran Khan was silenced on air. A "technical fault" muted Donald Trump’s remarks as he reportedly discussed the former Pakistani PM.

 Published last year:  Journalist Asad Ali Toor has challenged Pakistan's investigative journalists, calling them "touts of the establishment," to cover the recent kidnapping of Imran Khan's lawyer, Intizar Hussain Panjutha, who was found beaten and tortured. In a widely circulated video, Toor questioned their integrity and called for unbiased investigation into the case.

 Published last year:  The Nation has removed a story on US Congress members supporting Imran Khan's release after editor Salman Masood denied involvement. The story sparked a debate over editorial oversight and accusations of conspiratorial narratives.

 Published last year:  On the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, Pakistan’s Daily Dawn urges the state to take decisive action to protect journalists and ensure accountability, citing threats in Gaza, Pakistan, and beyond where media professionals face unprecedented risks.

 Published last year:  A former reporter of The Nation appeals to New York Times Chairman A.G. Sulzberger, urging reconsideration of their publishing partnership over alleged unpaid salaries at the Pakistani newspaper.

 Published last year:  Correction issued on reports that Justice Qazi Faez Isa was the first Pakistani bencher at the Middle Temple. Lawyer Abuzar Niazi clarifies that Justice Ayesha Malik holds the honor.

 Published last year:  Anchor Talat Hussain has been criticized for sharing controversial profiles of US Congress members who supported Imran Khan's release, sparking debate about media ethics and diplomatic relations.

 Published last year:  JournalismPakistan.com celebrates 15 years of independent journalism with the launch of 'Janu Journalism,' a futuristic mascot symbolizing the future of media.

 Published last year:   Two years after Arshad Sharif's brutal killing in Kenya, his widow Javeria Siddique continues her battle for justice. With a Kenyan court ruling in her favor, Pakistan remains silent. Learn about the ongoing fight and the brutal reality behind Sharif's tragic death.

 Published last year:  Journalist Farukh Nawaz Bhatti was abducted from his Islamabad home by masked men; his family demands immediate action from authorities as concerns over press freedom in Pakistan intensify.

 Published last year:  As press freedom violations escalate in Pakistan, the silence of journalist unions like the PFUJ raises critical questions. Despite ongoing attacks on journalists, these bodies remain passive, ignoring their role in defending media rights.

 Published last year:  GNN anchor Samina Pasha resigns due to pressure from certain quarters, underscoring concerns over media freedom in Pakistan. She highlights the sacrifices made by journalists for speaking the truth.

 Published last year:  Punjab Information Minister Uzma Bukhari's controversial remarks before CM Maryam Nawaz's press conference raise alarms about press freedom in Pakistan, adding to ongoing concerns about media restrictions.