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.
Palestinian security forces detain journalist in West Bank
Published 8 years ago: Palestinian authorities have detained journalist Abdul Mohsen Shalaldeh without charges, prompting concerns from press freedom advocates.
Lahore Press Club concerned over harassment of journalist Rizwan ur Rehman Razi
Published 8 years ago: The Lahore Press Club is alarmed by the harassment of journalist Rizwan ur Rehman Razi and warns of potential protests if it continues.
PFUJ calls on ISPR to withdraw its statement against journalists
Published 8 years ago: The PFUJ urges ISPR to retract its remarks labeling senior journalists as 'anti-state elements', citing concerns over freedom of expression.
PFUJ expresses concern over targeting of journalists
Published 8 years ago: PFUJ expresses deep concern over the violent attacks on journalists, calling for judicial action and accountability from the government.
Chief Justice takes notice of attack on Asad Kharal
Published 8 years ago: Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar has taken notice of the brutal attack on journalist Asad Kharal, demanding a report from police within 24 hours.
Gul Bukhari freed after abduction
Published 8 years ago: Gul Bukhari, a journalist and rights activist, was abducted and later freed, drawing attention to ongoing intimidation of critics in Pakistan.
Analyst Gul Bukhari kidnapped
Published 8 years ago: Gul Bukhari, a prominent journalist, was kidnapped in Lahore as she headed to her show, raising serious concerns about media safety in Pakistan.
Armed men attack and injure BOL News analyst Asad Kharal
Published 8 years ago: BOL News analyst Asad Kharal was attacked and injured by armed men in Lahore, raising concerns over media safety in Pakistan.
Nowhere to hide from Russia, says Ukrainian journalist named on hit-list
Published 8 years ago: Ukrainian journalist Matvei Ganapolsky, targeted by Russia, believes there's no point in fleeing abroad from potential assassination attempts.
Watchdog condemns ISPR chief's comments about journalists
Published 8 years ago: The Committee to Protect Journalists condemned ISPR Chief Asif Ghafoor for comments on journalists allegedly promoting anti-state propaganda.
Journalist in east Nepal beaten over a news report
Published 8 years ago: Journalist Dinesh Giri was assaulted in Morang, eastern Nepal, prompting condemnation from the International Federation of Journalists and Nepal Press Union.
PEMRA Council of Complaints warns Express News
Published 8 years ago: PEMRA's Council of Complaints warns Express News for airing derogatory language in Khabardar program and addresses other complaints regarding media practices.
Russian court sentences Ukrainian journalist to 12 years for espionage
Published 8 years ago: Russian court sentences Ukrainian journalist Roman Sushchenko to 12 years in prison on espionage charges, sparking international condemnation.
News website blocked over news content in Bangladesh
Published 8 years ago: The Daily Star website in Bangladesh was blocked for over 18 hours due to news content, raising concerns over censorship by authorities.
Violation of Wage Board agreement angers PFUJ
Published 8 years ago: The PFUJ condemns the government's violation of the Wage Board agreement by altering its composition, raising concerns over trustworthiness!
Somaliland arrests journalists, bans TV stations
Published 8 years ago: Somaliland authorities have arrested journalists and banned two TV stations amid rising tensions with Puntland over territorial disputes.
Journalist who faked death: I didn't want to share Skripal's fate
Published 8 years ago: Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko faked his death to evade an assassination attempt, revealing the pressures faced by dissenting voices.
Non-bailable arrest warrants issued for Dr. Shahid Masood
Published 8 years ago: A local court has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Dr. Shahid Masood over allegations of embezzling Rs38 million and avoiding investigation.
Shahid Khaqan Abbasi gives away APNS awards to journalists
Published 8 years ago: Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi presented the APNS awards to distinguished journalists and advertising agencies at a ceremony in Islamabad.
Trial transmission of PTV Parliament starts
Published 8 years ago: PTV Parliament starts trial transmission to broadcast live parliamentary proceedings and committee meetings, enhancing transparency for citizens.
IFJ says Babchenko case intolerable and unacceptable
Published 8 years ago: The IFJ condemns the manipulation of information in the Babchenko case, highlighting its damaging effects on media credibility and journalistic integrity.
Watchdog relieved journalist's killing was staged
Published 8 years ago: Arkady Babchenko, reported killed in Ukraine, appears alive at a news conference, revealing a staged plot to capture his would-be assassins.
Russain journalist reported killed shows up at news conference
Published 8 years ago: Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko, reported dead, surprises everyone by appearing alive at a news conference in Ukraine after a faked assassination.
Court overturns PEMRA ban on Aamir Liaquat
Published 8 years ago: The Islamabad High Court has lifted a 30-day ban imposed by PEMRA on Aamir Liaquat Hussain, allowing him to continue hosting his programs.
Another journalist killed in Mexico
Published 8 years ago: A journalist in Mexico, Hector Gonzalez, was beaten to death just a week after another journalist was found dead, raising concerns over press safety.
IFJ condemns draft bill to ban filming Israeli soldiers on duty
Published 8 years ago: The IFJ has condemned an Israeli bill seeking to criminalize the filming of soldiers, highlighting threats to media freedom and journalist safety.
PTI serves legal notice on Gharidah Farooqi for alleged malicious tweets
Published 8 years ago: PTI has issued a legal notice to Gharidah Farooqi for alleged defamatory tweets, threatening Rs one billion in damages if not retracted.
Morgan Freeman's lawyer demands CNN retract sexual harassment claims
Published 8 years ago: Morgan Freeman's lawyer demands CNN retract sexual harassment claims, presenting evidence that undermines the allegations against the actor.

