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.
PEMRA gives green signal for DTH licensing
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA has approved the licensing process for Pakistan's first Direct to Home (DTH) service, promising new technology and job opportunities.
Outrage after president-elect justifies Philippine journalists' murders
Published 10 years ago: Philippine president-elect Rodrigo Duterte faces outrage for suggesting that corrupt journalists deserve to be killed, raising concerns for media safety.
President Mamnoon lodges complaint with PEMRA against ARY, DawnNews
Published 10 years ago: President Mamnoon Hussain files a complaint with PEMRA against ARY News and DawnNews for false reporting on his health and hospitalization.
Continual absence of Interior Ministry to discuss BOL irks Standing Committee
Published 10 years ago: The Senate Standing Committee criticizes the Interior Ministry's absence regarding the BOL Media Group, demanding accountability and action.
PFUJ unification process to be completed by August
Published 10 years ago: The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists' unification process is set to be completed by August, with meetings addressing previous irregularities and future.
RIUJ threatens protests if salaries of BOL staff not paid before Ramazan
Published 10 years ago: RIUJ has warned of protests if BOL Media Group staff salaries are not paid before Ramazan, demanding action from the government.
PEMRA bans airing of 'undesired' contraceptive advertisements
Published 10 years ago: Pakistan bans contraceptive advertisements on TV and radio to protect children from exposure, despite a government push for birth control.
PEMRA Council recommends fine of Rs100,000 on Channel 24
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA's Council has recommended a fine of Rs100,000 on Channel 24 for unfounded corruption allegations against former KP Governor Sardar Mehtab Ahmed Khan.
PEMRA summons erring Channel 24, Dunya managers for personal hearing
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA has summoned Channel 24 and Dunya News managers for hearings over objectionable remarks against the judiciary aired during a press conference.
PEMRA gets tough, sends out 'final warning' to television channels
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA issues a final warning to television channels to prevent unsubstantiated allegations against state institutions following a Supreme Court order.
Azerbaijan frees investigative journalist Khadija Ismayilova
Published 10 years ago: Azerbaijan releases journalist Khadija Ismayilova on probation after international outcry over her imprisonment for exposing corruption.
PEMRA seeks FIA's help to trace those behind social media smear campaign
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA seeks assistance from FIA and PTA to identify individuals behind a social media smear campaign against its Direct to Home services.
Pakistani jailed in Italy for issuing terror threats via social media
Published 10 years ago: A Pakistani man was sentenced in Italy for issuing terror threats on social media, highlighting increasing concerns about online radicalization.
BOL staff, supporters and others to mark May 27 as Youm-e-Zulm
Published 10 years ago: BOL staff and supporters commemorate May 27 as Youm-e-Zulm, protesting the illegal closure of the media group and the unjust arrests of its employees.
KPK Assembly passes resolution against illegal closure of BOL
Published 10 years ago: KPK Assembly unanimously passes resolution for the restoration of BOL Media Group's licenses and assets amid claims of illegal closure.
PEMRA okays suspending Neo transmission if it fails to pay fine, apologize
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA has decided to suspend Neo Television's transmission if it fails to apologize and pay a fine by May 26 after airing controversial remarks.
PEMRA bans reenactment of crime scenes
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA has announced a ban on the reenactment of crime scenes on television channels starting Ramzan, along with strict regulations on victim identity disclosure.
Committee reviews PFUJ unification process, prepares for polls
Published 10 years ago: The PFUJ Unification Committee reviews progress toward elections set for July 26-27, emphasizing unity amid divisive tactics from dissenters.
Roze TV errs, gets PEMRA notice
Published 10 years ago: Roze TV received a PEMRA notice for airing indecent language during the program 'Kabar Roze Ke', requiring a response by June 2.
What happened to Zeenat Shahzadi?
Published 10 years ago: The IFJ has expressed serious concerns over the disappearance of journalist Zeenat Shahzadi, missing since August 2015, demanding action from authorities.
Victimization and injustice as BOL remains blocked one year later
Published 10 years ago: BOL News marks a year of blockage and injustice as thousands remain jobless while fighting for their rights against government actions.
Asma Shirazi quits 92 News, likely to join Aaj Television
Published 10 years ago: Asma Shirazi is leaving 92 News to join Aaj Television, enhancing her influential role in Pakistani journalism.
Donor support for independent media urged
Published 10 years ago: A BBC Media Action paper calls for increased donor support for independent media to combat corruption and enhance accountability in society.
Female journalists call for safer work environment
Published 10 years ago: Female journalists in Pakistan demand safer work environments to combat pervasive threats, harassment, and intimidation in media organizations.
Two Indian journalists shot dead in 24 hours
Published 10 years ago: Two journalists were shot dead in separate incidents in eastern India, highlighting the ongoing violence against media professionals in the country.
VOA journalists beaten in Pakistan and Iraq
Published 10 years ago: VOA journalists faced violence and harassment in Pakistan and Iraq while covering their assignments, drawing condemnation from the international community.
Journo whose RTI query accused ministry of religious discrimination arrested
Published 10 years ago: Delhi Police arrest journalist Pushp Sharma for allegedly fabricating an RTI reply about discrimination against Muslims in yoga trainer recruitment.
PFUJ Unification Committee sets July 24 as tentative date for polls
Published 10 years ago: The PFUJ Unification Committee has announced tentative dates for the next BDM and elections, aiming for unity among journalists in Pakistan.

