Media in Pakistan

 Published last year:  Imran Khan criticized Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur's remarks against journalists at a recent rally, calling them inappropriate. Media bodies condemned Gandapur's attack on the press, with Khan urging respect for journalists' work despite pressure.

 Published last year:  The FIA Cyber Crime Wing has registered a case against YouTuber Imran Riaz Khan and eight others for allegedly running a social media campaign targeting Judge Humayun Dilawar. The individuals face accusations of blackmail, intimidation, and damaging the judge’s reputation.

 Published last year:  Ali Amin Gandapur's vile comments during a PTI rally in Islamabad, cursing journalists and inciting the crowd against them, have sparked outrage across Pakistan. Media organizations and human rights bodies condemned the attack, highlighting the need for stronger protections for journalists amid growing political tension.

 Published last year:  Daily Dawn slams Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur for his sexist remarks against Maryam Nawaz and female journalists. The editorial calls for respect, gender equality, and consequences for political leaders promoting misogyny.

 Published last year:  The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) assures that VPNs are not being blocked in Pakistan. However, IT companies, freelancers, and banks are advised to register their IP addresses to avoid disruption, as new VPN regulations are set to be implemented.

 Published last year:  Ali Amin Gandapur's remarks against journalists have sparked outrage, but they also expose the deeper crisis of corruption and bias in the Pakistani media. Discover how this controversy is both a condemnation of political rhetoric and a call for journalistic reform.

 Published last year:  Aurat Foundation condemns Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ali Amin Gandapur for his abusive language toward women journalists, calling for legal action under the Cyber Crimes Act 2016 for promoting misogyny and hate speech.

 Published last year:  Athar Waqar Azim, a legendary figure in Pakistani television, who passed away in Karachi, served PTV for 33 years. His career, spanning from black-and-white TV to color broadcasts, left a lasting impact on the media industry. Read about his iconic legacy.

 Published last year:  Pakistani media is under fire for its lack of investigative reporting, political influence, and censorship. With talk shows becoming monotonous and biased, the public is turning to digital platforms for real news. Read on to learn how Pakistani journalism is failing its people.

 Published last year:  Explore the recent trend of job-hopping among prominent Pakistani journalists, including Kamran Khan, Muhammad Malick, and Mehr Bukhari. Amid censorship and chaos, what’s driving the constant movement across channels?

 Published last year:  Veteran journalist Mohammad Malick has joined ARY News Network in a major career move, leaving AIK News. Malick will host a prime-time talk show on ARY, enhancing the network’s lineup.

 Published last year:  Journalist Sami Ibrahim shares his harrowing experiences of media censorship, threats, and resilience, drawing inspiration from Imran Khan’s unwavering spirit. His story sheds light on the struggles faced by journalists in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) pays tribute to the late Nisar Osmani, a pioneering journalist known for his fearless advocacy of press freedom and his enduring legacy in Pakistani journalism.

 Published last year:  The Nation newspaper announces a partnership with The New York Times to feature the International Report on weekends. Starting August 31, subscribers will receive an eight-page supplement with top international news and opinion pieces from The New York Times.

 Published last year:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has condemned the Quetta district administration's directive requiring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for events at the Quetta Press Club, calling it an attack on press freedom

 Published last year:  The Quetta Press Club has been barred from hosting events without a non-objection certificate (NOC) due to the current security situation, following recent militant attacks in Balochistan.

 Published last year:  The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has implemented a Web Monitoring System to manage internet content and registered over 20,000 VPNs, amid controversy over internet slowdowns and censorship concerns.

 Published last year:  Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has ordered immediate action following the murder of journalist Mohammed Bachal in Ghotki. The government is intensifying anti-dacoit operations.

 Published last year:  Journalist Syed Sammer Abbas has announced his departure from Hum News after six years. He will be joining Dunya News to host a 10:00 pm show every Friday through Sunday.

 Published last year:  Farhan Asif was acquitted by a Lahore court after being arrested on charges of spreading fake news and inciting violent protests linked to the Southport, UK murders. The court found no evidence against him.

 Published last year:  Journalists Hamid Mir and Asma Shirazi recently shared a fake AI-generated photo, only to delete it after realizing the truth their actions highlighting the urgent need for responsible journalism in the age of misinformation.

 Published last year:  Prominent analyst Orya Maqbool Jan has been arrested by the FIA for expressing a dissenting opinion on the Mubarak Sani case. The arrest, made without notice or summons, has sparked outrage within the journalistic community, raising concerns about freedom of speech in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  Pakistani citizen Farhan Asif was arrested by the FIA Cyber Crime Wing for spreading fake news that incited violent protests in the UK after the murder of three girls in Southport. The misinformation, published on a website, falsely implicated a Muslim refugee, leading to widespread fear and riots.

 Published last year:  The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) condemn the recent attacks on journalists Khursheed Rajput and Kashif Ghafoor Arain in Sindh and Punjab, urging thorough investigations into the incidents by provincial police authorities.

 Published last year:  In a sharp editorial, Daily Dawn criticizes the Pakistani government over slow internet, warning that it threatens the future of thousands of gig workers and risks damaging the country’s digital economy.

 Published last year:  Journalist Hamid Mir has filed a petition in the Islamabad High Court over slow internet in Pakistan, citing the difficulties faced by journalists in performing their duties.

 Published last year:  Senior journalist and media officer Tariq Hassan, known for his contributions to The Pakistan Times and The News, passed away today after a year-long battle with lung cancer. He was 58.

 Published last year:  Arshad Nadeem ended Pakistan's 32-year Olympic medal drought with a historic gold, but the government's newfound interest in him raises the question—where was this support when he needed it?