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.

Geo TV returning to air after negotiations with military - sources

Geo TV returning to air after negotiations with military - sources

 Published 8 years ago:  Geo TV returns to air after negotiations with the military on changes to political coverage amid mounting pressure on the channel.

Mir Shakil's absence irks Supreme Court

Mir Shakil's absence irks Supreme Court

 Published 8 years ago:  Supreme Court judges expressed anger over Mir Shakil-ur-Rahman's absence in a case regarding unpaid salaries at the Geo-Jang Group.

Minister hands over wage board notification to PFUJ leaders

Minister hands over wage board notification to PFUJ leaders

 Published 8 years ago:  The Information Minister announced the eighth wage board notification to PFUJ leaders, marking a significant victory for journalists in Pakistan.

Mohammad Malick's BMW in the picture

Mohammad Malick's BMW in the picture

 Published 8 years ago:  Journalist Mohammad Malick responds to Twitter scrutiny over his 10-year-old BMW, amusingly addressing inquiries about its condition and number plate.

Columnist Zahid Hussain says unannounced censor policy imposed on Pakistani media

Columnist Zahid Hussain says unannounced censor policy imposed on Pakistani media

 Published 8 years ago:  Zahid Hussain highlights the unannounced censor policy affecting Pakistani media, driven by fears of political manipulation by invisible forces.

Geo, others mute parts of Nawaz Sharif's speech

Geo, others mute parts of Nawaz Sharif's speech

 Published 8 years ago:  Geo Television and other channels muted parts of Nawaz Sharif's speech following a Lahore High Court order to prevent anti-judiciary content.

Indian journalist S. Nihal Singh dies at 88

Indian journalist S. Nihal Singh dies at 88

 Published 8 years ago:  Veteran journalist S. Nihal Singh passed away at 88 in New Delhi after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a significant legacy in journalism.

Aamir Liaquat rejoins BOL

Aamir Liaquat rejoins BOL

 Published 8 years ago:  Aamir Liaquat returns to BOL TV just before Ramzan, resuming his show Aisay Nahi Chalay Ga after a five-month hiatus due to previous disputes.

Mir Shakil fails to appear in Supreme Court, summoned again

Mir Shakil fails to appear in Supreme Court, summoned again

 Published 8 years ago:  Mir Shakil-ur-Rahman was summoned again by the Supreme Court for failing to appear in a case about staff salary delays.

Reuters wins Pulitzers for Rohingya photography, Philippines coverage of 'drug war'

Reuters wins Pulitzers for Rohingya photography, Philippines coverage of 'drug war'

 Published 8 years ago:  Reuters won two Pulitzer Prizes for its coverage of the Rohingya crisis and the Philippines' drug war, highlighting global issues of importance.

The News says no to Mosharraf Zaidi's column

The News says no to Mosharraf Zaidi's column

 Published 8 years ago:  Mosharraf Zaidi reported that for the first time in a decade, The News refused to publish his column, highlighting concerns over censorship.

Call to defend freedom of expression and civil rights

Call to defend freedom of expression and civil rights

 Published 8 years ago:  Civil society and media representatives in Lahore call for the defense of freedom of expression amidst rising repression and authoritarianism.

Iran bans foreign social media networks in schools

Iran bans foreign social media networks in schools

 Published 8 years ago:  Iran's education ministry has banned foreign social media networks in schools, mandating the use of domestic platforms amidst growing online restrictions.

Kazakhstan police raid newsrooms, detain journalists, seize equipment

Kazakhstan police raid newsrooms, detain journalists, seize equipment

 Published 8 years ago:  Kazakh authorities harass independent journalists, raiding newsrooms and detaining staff amid defamation lawsuits, threatening press freedom.

Ansar Abbasi seeks government attention on UN recommendation on 'decriminalizing consensual sex'

Ansar Abbasi seeks government attention on UN recommendation on 'decriminalizing consensual sex'

 Published 8 years ago:  Ansar Abbasi calls for government action on the UN's recommendation to decriminalize consensual sex amid growing concerns over societal impacts.

U.N. experts, Britain demand release of Reuters reporters in Myanmar

U.N. experts, Britain demand release of Reuters reporters in Myanmar

 Published 8 years ago:  U.N. experts and Britain demand the release of Reuters reporters detained in Myanmar amid concerns for media freedom and the ongoing case against them.

DawnNews reporter beaten up, detained allegedly by councilor

DawnNews reporter beaten up, detained allegedly by councilor

 Published 8 years ago:  DawnNews reporter Bilal Sheikh was beaten and detained by a councilor in Sheikhupura while covering a sewerage project involving substandard materials.

Dominican Republic convicts man over 2011 murder of journalist

Dominican Republic convicts man over 2011 murder of journalist

 Published 8 years ago:  A Dominican Republic court sentenced Matías Avelino Castro to 20 years for his role in journalist José Agustín Silvestre's 2011 murder!

Mob attempts to intimidate Sirasa TV in Sri Lanka

Mob attempts to intimidate Sirasa TV in Sri Lanka

 Published 8 years ago:  A mob protested at Sirasa TV in Colombo against its coverage of the no-confidence motion, prompting condemnation from journalist organizations.

Express Tribune criticized for deleting story on Pashtun Long March

Express Tribune criticized for deleting story on Pashtun Long March

 Published 8 years ago:  The Express Tribune faces backlash for deleting a story on the Pashtun Long March, highlighting media censorship and pressure on journalists.

Minister's men beat up journalist in Zhob

Minister's men beat up journalist in Zhob

 Published 8 years ago:  A journalist in Zhob was assaulted by supporters of Agriculture Minister Jaffar Khan Mandokhail amid allegations of corruption reporting.

IFJ demands justice following the killing of a journalist in Gaza

IFJ demands justice following the killing of a journalist in Gaza

 Published 8 years ago:  The IFJ demands justice for the killing of journalist Yasir Murtaja in Gaza and calls for an investigation by the Israeli army.

PFUJ calls off protest after minister agrees to meet demands

PFUJ calls off protest after minister agrees to meet demands

 Published 8 years ago:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists called off their protest after the government agreed to address their demands, including the 8th Wage Board.

India forms a committee to regulate online media

India forms a committee to regulate online media

 Published 8 years ago:  India's Information and Broadcasting Ministry has formed a committee to regulate online media, raising concerns over press freedom and representation.

Palestinian journalist killed in Israel-Gaza protests

Palestinian journalist killed in Israel-Gaza protests

 Published 8 years ago:  A Palestinian journalist was killed by Israeli fire while covering protests at the Israel-Gaza border, raising concerns about press safety.

APP photographer Sheharyar Anjum wins award

APP photographer Sheharyar Anjum wins award

 Published 8 years ago:  Sheharyar Anjum of APP wins first prize at the 3rd Ameer Ahmad Siddiqi Media Awards in Peshawar, recognized for his exceptional photojournalism!

Chief Justice orders IGP to arrest journalist Zeeshan's killers within four days

Chief Justice orders IGP to arrest journalist Zeeshan's killers within four days

 Published 8 years ago:  Chief Justice Saqib Nisar directed the IGP to apprehend the killers of journalist Zeeshan Ashraf Butt within four days following his murder.

Six journalists shot by Israel during Gaza protests: union

Six journalists shot by Israel during Gaza protests: union

 Published 8 years ago:  Six Palestinian journalists were wounded by Israeli forces during Gaza protests, raising international calls for accountability and protection of press freedom.