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.
Shooters abduct at least seven from Yemen media foundation
Published 8 years ago: Yemeni authorities urged to investigate the abduction of seven individuals from a media foundation's offices amid rising dangers for journalists in Yemen.
Two Indian journalists killed in 24 hours
Published 8 years ago: Two Indian journalists were killed in separate hit-and-run incidents, raising concerns about safety for reporters in India.
Malaysian government tables 'Anti-Fake News' bill
Published 8 years ago: The Malaysian government's 'Anti-Fake News' bill imposes severe penalties ahead of general elections, prompting criticism from media unions.
Ethiopia arrests at least five journalists during state of emergency
Published 8 years ago: Ethiopian authorities have arrested five journalists during a state of emergency, prompting calls for their release from the Committee to Protect Journalists.
Salary delay at Geo: RIUJ gives 72-hour deadline to channel managers
Published 8 years ago: The RIUJ has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to Geo Television for the payment of two months of overdue staff salaries.
Police assault journalists covering demonstrations in Delhi
Published 8 years ago: Delhi police assaulted journalists during a demonstration at Jawaharlal Nehru University, raising concerns over press freedom and safety.
Facebook apologizes for data scandal in UK, US newspaper ads
Published 8 years ago: Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg apologized in full-page ads for the data privacy scandal impacting users in the UK and US, vowing to enhance user protection.
Adnan Aamir first journalist from Balochistan selected for Chevening Journalism Fellowship
Published 8 years ago: Adnan Aamir has made history as the first journalist from Balochistan selected for the prestigious Chevening South Asian Journalism Fellowship.
Transgender newscaster appears on television - a first in Pakistan
Published 8 years ago: Kohenoor News Television has made history by hiring Marvia Malik as Pakistan's first transgender news presenter, breaking barriers in media!
Egypt expels British reporter
Published 8 years ago: Egypt expels British journalist Bel Trew following detention and threats of a military trial amid media crackdown before presidential elections.
Quebec court orders Radio-Canada reporter to reveal her sources
Published 8 years ago: A Quebec court has mandated Radio-Canada journalist Marie-Maude Denis to disclose her sources in a high-profile corruption case involving Liberal politicians.
UN, AFP launch prize to honor slain Mexican journalists
Published 8 years ago: The UN and AFP have launched the Breach-Valdez Prize to honor journalists in Mexico who face dangers while reporting on human rights abuses.
Series of attacks against journalists in Iraq
Published 8 years ago: A series of recent attacks on journalists in Iraq prompts calls from IFJ and KJS for press freedom and safety ahead of the upcoming elections.
Journalist killed in Mexican state known for drug cartel violence
Published 8 years ago: A Mexican journalist was tragically shot dead in Veracruz, a state notorious for escalating drug cartel violence.
Slovak president accepts new government to end crisis over journalist's murder
Published 8 years ago: Slovak President Andrej Kiska appoints a new cabinet to address the political crisis following the murder of journalist Jan Kuciak.
Watchdog calls for lifting ban on journalism in Orakzai tribal region
Published 8 years ago: Freedom Network demands the lifting of the five-month ban on journalism in Orakzai, asserting it violates citizens' rights to information.
Reuters journalists clock up 100 days in Myanmar jail
Published 8 years ago: Two Reuters journalists have spent 100 days in detention in Myanmar as their trial under the Official Secrets Act continues amidst international outcry.
Honor for The News journalist Myra Imran
Published 8 years ago: Myra Imran of The News was honored with the Khadija Tul Kubra Award for her impactful reporting on women with disabilities in Pakistan.
European parliament hears calls for urgent protection of journalists and trade unions in Somalia
Published 8 years ago: The European Parliament urgently addresses the need for enhanced protections for journalists and trade unions in Somalia amid escalating dangers.
TVOne bags ICON Digital Award for social media development
Published 8 years ago: TVOne receives the ICON Digital Award for exceptional contributions to social media development at AlphaPro's Social Media Summit in Islamabad.
Slovak journalist sentenced to three years in prison for defamation
Published 8 years ago: Slovak journalist Lukáš Milan received a three-year suspended prison sentence for defamation, sparking condemnation from the International Press Institute.
CPJ expresses concerns over the US CLOUD Act
Published 8 years ago: The CPJ raises concerns over the CLOUD Act, warning it could jeopardize journalist data privacy and increase foreign government surveillance.
Supreme Court bans Dr. Shahid Masood for three months
Published 8 years ago: The Supreme Court has imposed a three-month ban on Dr. Shahid Masood for false reporting related to the Zainab murder case.
Journalists arrested in continuing crackdown in the Maldives
Published 8 years ago: Three journalists from Raajje TV were arrested in the Maldives amid a crackdown on opposition media, raising concerns over press freedom.
Aamir Liaquat joins PTI
Published 8 years ago: Controversial TV presenter Aamir Liaquat has officially joined Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf, raising questions about his role at Channel 24.
IFJ backs Iran talks call over BBC Persian journalists
Published 8 years ago: The IFJ supports calls to the Iranian authorities to end harassment of BBC Persian journalists and their families abroad.
RIUJ elections: Journalist Panel elected unopposed
Published 8 years ago: The Journalist Panel was elected unopposed in the RIUJ elections after the Democratic Panel withdrew their candidacy, cementing Mubarak Zeb Khan's presidency.
Attack on Metro Watch: PFUJ warns of protest in front of CPO office
Published 8 years ago: PFUJ warns of protests at CPO office if attackers of Daily Metro Watch are not arrested, following a violent incident against a journalist.
