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.

Top writer Intizar Hussain passes away

Top writer Intizar Hussain passes away

 Published 10 years ago:  Renowned writer Intizar Hussain passed away at the age of 92 in Lahore, leaving a legacy of significant literary contributions behind.

Growing fears as more Afghan journalists and media workers come under the gun

Growing fears as more Afghan journalists and media workers come under the gun

 Published 10 years ago:  The shooting of Afghan journalist Mohammad Zubair Khaksar raises urgent concerns over the escalating violence against media workers in Afghanistan.

Senior journalist shot dead in Afghanistan

Senior journalist shot dead in Afghanistan

 Published 10 years ago:  Senior journalist Haji Mohammad Zubair Khaksar was shot dead in Afghanistan, raising concerns over media safety amid ongoing threats from Daesh.

Report counts some 2,300 journalists killed in past 25 years

Report counts some 2,300 journalists killed in past 25 years

 Published 10 years ago:  A new report reveals that over 2,300 journalists have been killed worldwide in the past 25 years, highlighting a dangerous climate of impunity.

PEMRA approves fine of Rs1 million on Samaa

PEMRA approves fine of Rs1 million on Samaa

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA fines Samaa Television Rs1 million for airing vulgar content during a crime re-enactment program, ordering a public apology and tickers.

Sports journalist Rashid Ali Siddiqui dies

Sports journalist Rashid Ali Siddiqui dies

 Published 10 years ago:  Rashid Ali Siddiqui, a prominent sports journalist, passed away in Karachi due to liver cancer after a distinguished career spanning nearly 30 years.

Al-Jazeera sues Egypt over arrests, raids and seizures

Al-Jazeera sues Egypt over arrests, raids and seizures

 Published 10 years ago:  Al-Jazeera has filed a lawsuit against Egypt over the crackdown on its journalists and activists following the 2013 political upheaval.

Express Tribune drops its international partner's front page picture

Express Tribune drops its international partner's front page picture

 Published 10 years ago:  The Express Tribune omits a controversial photo from The International New York Times' front page, citing local sensitivities over a same-sex couple.

Al-Jazeera says news crew kidnapped in Yemen freed

Al-Jazeera says news crew kidnapped in Yemen freed

 Published 10 years ago:  Al-Jazeera announced that its news crew, kidnapped in Yemen's Taez over 10 days ago, has been freed after being held by unknown gunmen.

PEMRA advisory to TV channels: No re-enactment of sex crimes

PEMRA advisory to TV channels: No re-enactment of sex crimes

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA advises TV channels against re-enactments of sex crimes, citing concerns over low standards and potential sectarian unrest in discussions.

Chairman Senate administers oath to National Press Club office-bearers

Chairman Senate administers oath to National Press Club office-bearers

 Published 10 years ago:  Chairman Senate Raza Rabbani administered the oath to newly-elected office-bearers of the National Press Club, highlighting the importance of journalistic safety.

Human Rights Watch urges Pakistan to end clampdown on free speech, dissent

Human Rights Watch urges Pakistan to end clampdown on free speech, dissent

 Published 10 years ago:  Human Rights Watch calls on Pakistan to end the clampdown on free speech and dissent amid rising violence and restrictions on civil society.

Journalist's investigation on Kohistan killings acknowledged

Journalist's investigation on Kohistan killings acknowledged

 Published 10 years ago:  Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy's documentary highlights journalist Haseeb Khawaja's investigation into the Kohistan Video Case of honor killings.

NPC formally begins scrutiny of voters list

NPC formally begins scrutiny of voters list

 Published 10 years ago:  The National Press Club has initiated a verification process of its voters list amid claims that some registered members are not journalists.

ARY News fined Rs100,000

ARY News fined Rs100,000

 Published 10 years ago:  ARY News has been fined Rs100,000 by PEMRA for vulgar language use and lack of a time-delay system in three specific programs.

PEMRA warns Roze TV

PEMRA warns Roze TV

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a warning to Roze TV for broadcasting objectionable remarks by a Taliban leader regarding attacks on educational institutions.

Exercise care, regulatory authority tells erring Geo

Exercise care, regulatory authority tells erring Geo

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA has advised Geo Television to exercise caution after airing content related to a woman's call to join Daesh, warning of its impact on viewers.

Have time-delay mechanism in place, PEMRA reminds channels yet again

Have time-delay mechanism in place, PEMRA reminds channels yet again

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA has once again urged TV channels to install time-delay mechanisms after inappropriate language aired during a live press conference.

Al Jazeera says its crew kidnapped in Yemeni city of Taiz

Al Jazeera says its crew kidnapped in Yemeni city of Taiz

 Published 10 years ago:  Al Jazeera reports that three of its journalists were kidnapped in Taiz, Yemen, urging for their immediate release amidst ongoing conflict.

Taliban attack on Afghan TV employees widely condemned

Taliban attack on Afghan TV employees widely condemned

 Published 10 years ago:  A Taliban suicide bombing targeting Tolo TV employees in Kabul has drawn international condemnation as an assault on media freedom in Afghanistan.

Live call puts Din News in trouble

Live call puts Din News in trouble

 Published 10 years ago:  Din News faces a show-cause notice from PEMRA after derogatory remarks about the judiciary were aired during a live talk show, raising regulatory concerns.

Seven killed as suicide bomber targets TV channel bus in Kabul

Seven killed as suicide bomber targets TV channel bus in Kabul

 Published 10 years ago:  A suicide bombing targeting a TOLO TV channel bus in Kabul killed seven and wounded 24, escalating dangers for journalists in Afghanistan.

Deadly week for media in Pakistan

Deadly week for media in Pakistan

 Published 10 years ago:  The killing of two journalists in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa highlights the ongoing dangers faced by media personnel in Pakistan.

Fara Yousaf parts ways with 92 News

Fara Yousaf parts ways with 92 News

 Published 10 years ago:  Fara Yousaf has departed from 92 News after less than four months, leaving her future station unconfirmed.

PEMRA Council of Complaints recommends Rs1 million fine on Samaa

PEMRA Council of Complaints recommends Rs1 million fine on Samaa

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA recommends a Rs1 million fine on Samaa Television for airing an indecent program that violated cultural and regulatory standards.

Journalist among 11 killed in Peshawar suicide bomb attack

Journalist among 11 killed in Peshawar suicide bomb attack

 Published 10 years ago:  A suicide bomber attacked a police checkpoint in Peshawar, killing 11 including journalist Mehboob Shah Afridi, and wounding 21 others.

School massacre video game withdrawn after social media backlash

School massacre video game withdrawn after social media backlash

 Published 10 years ago:  A video game based on the Peshawar school attack has been withdrawn after public outcry over its insensitivity and poor execution.

NPC initiates 'Kitchen Package' for members facing financial problems

NPC initiates 'Kitchen Package' for members facing financial problems

 Published 10 years ago:  The National Press Club launches a 'Kitchen Package' to assist members facing financial hardships due to joblessness or delayed salaries.