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.

Prominent Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko shot, killed in Kiev

Prominent Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko shot, killed in Kiev

 Published 8 years ago:  Arkady Babchenko, a prominent Russian journalist, was shot and killed in Kiev, raising concerns over press freedom and safety in Ukraine.

CPJ welcomes FIFA complaints mechanism for journalists covering World Cup

CPJ welcomes FIFA complaints mechanism for journalists covering World Cup

 Published 8 years ago:  CPJ has welcomed FIFA's new complaints mechanism for journalists covering the 2018 World Cup, aimed at addressing press freedom violations.

Saleem Baig is new PEMRA chairman

Saleem Baig is new PEMRA chairman

 Published 8 years ago:  Saleem Baig has been appointed as the new chairman of Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority following the resignation of Absar Alam.

Adnan Aamir wins Reporting on Delimitation Award

Adnan Aamir wins Reporting on Delimitation Award

 Published 8 years ago:  Adnan Aamir wins the Reporting on Delimitation Award for his impactful story published in Newsline magazine, enhancing journalism standards in Pakistan.

Global call for action to end worldwide discrimination and abuse of women journalists

Global call for action to end worldwide discrimination and abuse of women journalists

 Published 8 years ago:  Delegates at the IFJ conference have called for urgent action against discrimination and violence faced by women journalists worldwide.

Censorship! The News drops Talat Hussain's column again

Censorship! The News drops Talat Hussain's column again

 Published 8 years ago:  Syed Talat Hussain's column was dropped by The News again after he refused editorial changes, highlighting ongoing censorship in Pakistan.

New privacy law forces some US media offline in Europe

New privacy law forces some US media offline in Europe

 Published 8 years ago:  New EU privacy laws have led major US media, including LA Times and Chicago Tribune, to disable their websites in parts of Europe.

PEMRA prohibits airing of Mashriq TV program

PEMRA prohibits airing of Mashriq TV program

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has banned the airing of Mashriq TV's Narra Da Wakhat program for defying a prior order, imposing a fine of Rs500,000.

Venezuela opens investigation into independent newspaper

Venezuela opens investigation into independent newspaper

 Published 8 years ago:  Venezuela's government investigates El Nacional, the leading independent newspaper, stifling free press amid accusations of inciting unrest.

Promotional transmission of BOL Entertainment starts

Promotional transmission of BOL Entertainment starts

 Published 8 years ago:  BOL Network has launched promotional transmission for its new channel BOL Entertainment, featuring renowned dramas and celebrities like Shabnam.

Journalists covering Iran face restrictions, harassment, and surveillance

Journalists covering Iran face restrictions, harassment, and surveillance

 Published 8 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists highlights ongoing restrictions and surveillance faced by journalists in Iran, despite promises of reform by President Rouhani.

ARY News targets DawnNews journalist Mubashir Zaidi

ARY News targets DawnNews journalist Mubashir Zaidi

 Published 8 years ago:  ARY News has launched a campaign against journalist Mubashir Zaidi following his controversial reporting for The Hindu regarding Hafiz Saeed.

Two journalists detained in Libya

Two journalists detained in Libya

 Published 8 years ago:  The IFJ condemns the detention of two journalists in Libya over their involvement with the Septimus Award, urging government intervention for their release.

National Press Club restores Absar Alam's membership

National Press Club restores Absar Alam's membership

 Published 8 years ago:  The National Press Club has reinstated Absar Alam's membership, previously suspended during his tenure as PEMRA chairman due to legal issues.

Graft-busting journalist returns to new Malaysia

Graft-busting journalist returns to new Malaysia

 Published 8 years ago:  Clare Rewcastle Brown, a journalist known for exposing Malaysian corruption, returns to Malaysia after years of harassment and blacklisting.

Egyptian military court sentences journalist to 10 years in jail

Egyptian military court sentences journalist to 10 years in jail

 Published 8 years ago:  An Egyptian military court has sentenced journalist Ismail Alexandrani to 10 years in prison on terror-related charges for reporting on the Sinai insurgency.

Watchdog calls for an end to disruption in Dawn distribution

Watchdog calls for an end to disruption in Dawn distribution

 Published 8 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists demands immediate action to end the disruption of Dawn newspaper distribution in Pakistan amid rising censorship issues.

Reuters joins World Media Group as new analysis shows value of trusted journalism

Reuters joins World Media Group as new analysis shows value of trusted journalism

 Published 8 years ago:  Reuters joins the World Media Group, highlighting the importance of trusted journalism and premium digital advertising performance.

Geo Kahani, three others get PEMRA notices for airing Indian content

Geo Kahani, three others get PEMRA notices for airing Indian content

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has issued notices to Geo Kahani and others for airing Indian content against a court order, requiring a response by May 25.

Foreign media head to N. Korea to see nuclear site destruction

Foreign media head to N. Korea to see nuclear site destruction

 Published 8 years ago:  Foreign journalists visit North Korea to witness the destruction of its nuclear test site ahead of a US summit, raising hopes for denuclearization.

Google pushes artificial intelligence for upgraded news app

Google pushes artificial intelligence for upgraded news app

 Published 8 years ago:  Google enhances its news app with AI to combat disinformation and broaden user perspectives by connecting readers with trusted news sources.

PFUJ urges authorities not to target Dawn

PFUJ urges authorities not to target Dawn

 Published 8 years ago:  The PFUJ urges authorities to cease targeting Dawn after a notice for alleged ethical violations regarding an interview with Nawaz Sharif.

PEMRA warns 45 channels not airing Azan, issues final directive

PEMRA warns 45 channels not airing Azan, issues final directive

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has issued final directives to 45 channels for not airing Azan five times daily, warning of potential license suspension.

PEMRA prohibits Aaj from airing programs produced by VOA, BBC

PEMRA prohibits Aaj from airing programs produced by VOA, BBC

 Published 8 years ago:  PEMRA has banned Aaj TV from airing programs 'View 360' and 'Sairbeen', produced by VOA and BBC, due to unauthorized broadcasts.

Unknown shooters kill Syrian journalist in eastern Daraa

Unknown shooters kill Syrian journalist in eastern Daraa

 Published 8 years ago:  Ibrahim al-Munjar, a Syrian journalist, was shot dead by unknown gunmen in Daraa, highlighting the ongoing threats to journalists in Syria.

HRCP gravely concerned over PCP notice served on Dawn

HRCP gravely concerned over PCP notice served on Dawn

 Published 8 years ago:  The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan condemns the Press Council's notice to Dawn for ethical violations, raising concerns over press freedom in Pakistan.

RSF calls for restoration of Dawn distribution

RSF calls for restoration of Dawn distribution

 Published 8 years ago:  RSF urges the restoration of the disrupted distribution of Dawn newspaper following an interview with Nawaz Sharif, highlighting media freedom concerns.

APNS concerned over 'real threats to press freedoms'

APNS concerned over 'real threats to press freedoms'

 Published 8 years ago:  APNS raises alarms over threats to press freedoms in Pakistan ahead of the 2018 elections, vowing to protect the integrity of its member publications.