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.
Senior photojournalist Sohail Shahzad robbed of camera, cell phones
Published 8 years ago: Senior photojournalist Sohail Shahzad was robbed of his camera and cell phones at gunpoint in Rawalpindi early Tuesday morning.
IFJ mourns death of photojournalist in Iraq
Published 8 years ago: The IFJ mourns the death of Iraqi photojournalist Saad Hadi Al-Mashrafawi, highlighting ongoing dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones.
Fazal Wahab: A cover blunder
Published 8 years ago: Fazal Wahab's tragic story highlights the struggles faced by families of slain journalists, reflecting on his legacy and the loss endured by his loved ones.
Azmat Ali Bangash: The last reporting assignment
Published 8 years ago: Azmat Ali Bangash was murdered reporting on an IDP camp in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaving behind a struggling family and a tragic legacy.
IFJ/EFJ stand with 420 journalists left with no pay for months in Greece
Published 8 years ago: The IFJ and EFJ support 420 journalists from MEGA TV in Greece who have faced unpaid salaries for over 16 months, urging shareholders to act.
PTI files complaint against Geo-Jang Group for 'malicious, factually incorrect' reporting
Published 8 years ago: PTI has filed a complaint against the Jang-Geo Group for erroneous reporting on Imran Khan's personal life, highlighting breaches in journalistic ethics.
Philippines revokes registration of news website Rappler
Published 8 years ago: The Philippines SEC orders the closure of Rappler, a critical news site, raising concerns over press freedom in the country.
Journalism's heavyweight Mahmood Sham returns to Jang Group
Published 8 years ago: Mahmood Shaam returns to Jang Group after a notable career in journalism spanning over 50 years, marking a significant development in Pakistani media.
Former Jang resident editor Rana Tahir moves to BOL
Published 8 years ago: Former Jang resident editor Rana Tahir Mehmood has joined BOL News as editor for its upcoming newspaper, enhancing the network's editorial strength.
Musa Khankhel: Truth silenced
Published 8 years ago: The harrowing story of Musa Khankhel, a journalist killed for reporting the truth, highlights the struggles of slain journalists' families.
Sami Ibrahim joins BOL as director news, senior anchor
Published 8 years ago: Sami Ibrahim joins BOL TV as director news and senior anchor after leaving ARY News, marking a significant career move in Pakistani journalism.
Saleem Tahir: A tragic misfortune
Published 8 years ago: Saleem Tahir, a slain journalist, faced tragic consequences while covering a bomb blast, highlighting the struggles of journalists' families.
Mexican journalist killed amid wave of violence against media
Published 8 years ago: Carlos Dominguez, a journalist, was killed in Tamaulipas, Mexico, highlighting the ongoing violence against media workers in the country.
National Press Club elections: Journalist Panel suffers setback for the first time in 11 years
Published 8 years ago: The Journalist Panel faces a historic loss in the National Press Club elections, marking a significant shift in the organization's dynamics.
Arrest warrants issued for Jang-Geo group owners
Published 8 years ago: Karachi court issues arrest warrants for Jang-Geo owners over fake news against journalist Asad Kharal related to corruption allegations.
Geo journalist Wali Khan Babar remembered on seventh death anniversary
Published 8 years ago: The seventh death anniversary of Geo journalist Wali Khan Babar is observed, shedding light on the unresolved murder case and recent court developments.
Top Turkish court overstepped limit with journalists' ruling: deputy PM
Published 8 years ago: Turkish Deputy PM Bekir Bozdag claims the Constitutional Court exceeded its authority in ruling to release journalists jailed since the 2016 coup.
Dawn journalists announce boycott of National Press Club polls
Published 8 years ago: Dawn journalists have announced a boycott of the National Press Club elections due to unfair treatment in the candidate selection process.
CPJ calls for probe into attempted kidnapping of Taha Siddiqui
Published 8 years ago: CPJ demands investigation into Taha Siddiqui's attempted abduction by armed men in Islamabad, highlighting the need for journalist safety.
Dawn comments editorially on 'Surviving the Story'
Published 8 years ago: Dawn highlights the struggles of slain journalists' families in its editorial on 'Surviving the Story', revealing overlooked financial effects.
Journalist Taha Siddiqui beaten up by armed men, escapes abduction bid
Published 8 years ago: Journalist Taha Siddiqui narrowly escaped an armed abduction attempt while traveling to Islamabad airport, raising concerns over press safety.
Myanmar police charge two Reuters reporters under Official Secrets Act
Published 8 years ago: Two Reuters reporters in Myanmar face charges under the Official Secrets Act, risking up to 14 years in prison amidst international outcry.
Imran blasts 'gutter media campaign' over his planned third marriage
Published 8 years ago: Imran Khan criticizes a media campaign regarding his upcoming third marriage, defending himself against defamation from political opponents.
CPJ names global Press Oppressors amid Trump's fake news awards
Published 8 years ago: The Committee to Protect Journalists names global Press Oppressors as Trump announces his Fake Media awards, highlighting threats to press freedom.
92 News reporter Maimoona Arif dies
Published 8 years ago: Maimoona Arif, a 92 News reporter in Islamabad, passed away after a brief illness at PIMS, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and friendship.
Thai PM uses cardboard cutout to avoid journalists' questions
Published 8 years ago: In a quirky press conference, Thailand's PM used a cardboard cutout of himself to dodge tough questions from journalists, leaving them in disbelief.
CPJ calls on Myanmar to free Reuters journalists, drop investigation
Published 8 years ago: CPJ urges Myanmar to release imprisoned Reuters journalists and halt intimidation efforts against media reporting on the Rohingya crisis.
IFJ denounces 'dramatic increase' in violations against Palestinian media
Published 8 years ago: The IFJ has condemned the alarming rise in violations against Palestinian media, highlighting a report by the PJS documenting 909 violations in 2017.
