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.
PECA amendments further tighten government's grip on digital expression: IFJ
Published last year: Recent amendments to Pakistan's PECA law further restrict online expression, raising concerns among media stakeholders and human rights organizations.
Digital Rights Forum warns of threat to free speech under PECA (Amendment) Act, 2025
Published last year: The FDRD warns the PECA Amendment Act, 2025 threatens free speech and democratic values, calling for repeal and meaningful consultation.
A dark day for press freedom in Pakistan: PECA Amendments spark outrage
Published last year: The recent PECA Amendments Bill in Pakistan has sparked outrage from journalists and civil society, threatening press freedom and democratic values.
CPJ calls on Pakistani authorities to end harassment, deportation of Afghan journalists
Published last year: The CPJ urges Pakistan to cease the harassment and deportation of Afghan journalists who are fleeing Taliban threats to their lives.
Cyber martial law: Authoritarian PECA legislation threatens digital expression in Pakistan
Published last year: The passage of the PECA Amendment Bill 2025 poses a severe threat to digital freedom and press independence in Pakistan.
When talk shows turn battlegrounds: The ugly face of Pakistani TV
Published last year: Pakistani talk shows are escalating into physical confrontations, highlighting chaos in media debates and the need for stricter regulations.
Over 300 PTV pensioners rally for dues, PFUJ slams management inaction
Published last year: Over 300 PTV pensioners protested in Islamabad demanding their overdue dues and restoration of benefits, with PFUJ condemning management's inaction.
PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by information minister
Published last year: The PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by the information minister, calling them unconstitutional and detrimental to press freedom.
Pakistan's digital hypocrisy: PM Shehbaz Sharif tweets Trump while citizens face X ban
Published last year: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's tweet to Trump underscores the contradiction of Pakistan's X ban, fueling public outrage over digital hypocrisy.
Leaked justice: Journalists tweet Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before judge's verdict
Published last year: Journalists predicted Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before the official verdict, raising questions about judicial independence in Pakistan's legal process.
Geo News's insensitivity: Songs and dance before announcing tragic Bollywood news
Published last year: Geo News faces backlash for insensitive coverage of Saif Ali Khan's stabbing, airing joyous clips before revealing his critical condition.
From acquittal to 14 years: ARY's colossal blunder in high-stakes Imran Khan case
Published last year: ARY News faced backlash for broadcasting contradictory news on Imran Khan's case, revealing a pattern of negligence in Pakistani media.
Pot calling the kettle black? Absar Alam's criticism of YouTube journalists raises eyebrows
Published last year: Absar Alam's criticism of YouTube journalists in Pakistan highlights the evolving media landscape and the struggle for independent voices.
Asma Shirazi faces relentless online harassment, condemnation grows
Published last year: Asma Shirazi faces a new wave of online harassment, prompting urgent calls for action from press freedom organizations and digital rights advocates.
Cricket historian Dr. Nauman Niaz joins JournalismPakistan as sports editor
Published last year: Cricket historian Dr. Nauman Niaz joins JournalismPakistan.com as sports editor, enhancing its sports coverage with his expertise and experience.
Trump ally goes silent: The curious case of Richard Grenell's sudden Twitter retreat
Published last year: Richard Grenell's sudden silence on Pakistani matters leaves supporters puzzled and raises questions about diplomatic pressures and political dynamics.
A grim landscape: Press freedom in Pakistan faced severe challenges in 2024
Published last year: The year 2024 has seen severe challenges to press freedom in Pakistan, with 162 documented attacks on journalists amid political turmoil.
Remembering Arshad A. Zuberi: A stalwart of journalism passes away
Published last year: Arshad A. Zuberi, a distinguished journalist and deputy chief executive of Business Recorder Group, has passed away, leaving a rich legacy in media.
Who's really behind Grenell's tweets? Nusrat Javeed drops a bombshell!
Published last year: Nusrat Javeed suggests Richard Grenell's controversial tweets may be from a PTI-operated bot, sparking debate over authenticity and motives.
Accusations fly as Richard Grenell and journalist Nusrat Javeed battle online
Published last year: A fierce online battle erupted between Richard Grenell and journalist Nusrat Javeed, focusing on influence peddling and journalistic integrity.
Exposed: Why Pakistan's most-followed journalist Imran Riaz Khan vanished overnight!
Published last year: Prominent journalist Imran Riaz Khan has fled Pakistan amid serious threats, highlighting the increasing dangers faced by independent media.
Pakistan Digital Transformation Report 2024: Progress and pitfalls unveiled
Published last year: The Pakistan Digital Transformation Report 2024 highlights advancements and challenges in digital rights, governance, and media sustainability.
Journalism's new low: Nusrat Javeed resorts to dance and mockery
Published last year: Nusrat Javeed's dramatic dance on his news show reflects the bizarre shifts in Pakistan's media landscape and political discourse.
Fearless reporting earns Asad Toor global recognition
Published last year: Asad Toor, a prominent Pakistani journalist, wins the Dutch Human Rights Tulip Award 2024 for his courageous reporting on marginalized communities in Pakistan.
FIA summons journalist Harmeet Singh over alleged anti-state rhetoric
Published last year: FIA has summoned journalist Harmeet Singh over alleged anti-state rhetoric, amid growing concerns over journalist harassment in Pakistan.
Dangerous medical misinformation: How PTV's false narrative threatens cancer patients
Published last year: PTV's broadcast of false cancer treatment information poses serious risks to patients, calling for urgent accountability from medical professionals.
Geo News faces backlash after controversial tweet targeting Richard Grenell
Published last year: Geo News faces backlash after a controversial tweet targeting Richard Grenell's support for Imran Khan, raising issues of responsible journalism.
Punjab journalist shot and killed by motorcycle attackers
Published last year: Journalist Malik Zafar Iqbal Naich was shot dead in Rahim Yar Khan, highlighting increasing dangers for media professionals in Pakistan.

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