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.
YouTube back on in Pakistan
Published 10 years ago: YouTube has been unblocked in Pakistan after over three years, allowing access to the localized version for users across the country.
Progressive Panel victorious in LPC polls
Published 10 years ago: The Progressive Panel achieved a clean sweep in the Lahore Press Club elections, marking a significant victory in local journalism leadership.
Journalist shot dead in D.I.Khan
Published 10 years ago: A journalist was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Dera Ismail Khan, raising concerns over press safety in the region.
Moroccan journalist released after 10 months in prison
Published 10 years ago: Moroccan journalist Hicham Mansouri has been released after a 10-month prison sentence in a politically charged case involving adultery allegations.
President NPC names chairpersons of three committees
Published 10 years ago: Shakeel Anjum, President of the National Press Club, has announced new chairpersons for three committees aimed at enhancing member services.
PEMRA serves notice on Samaa
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA issues a notice to Samaa Television for sensationalizing news about Imran Khan, impacting both the political figure and an affected woman.
Sindh Police to make plan for security of news organizations
Published 10 years ago: Sindh police plan to develop security measures for news organizations after a meeting with media house representatives to address safety concerns.
Washington Post journalist reportedly freed by Iran
Published 10 years ago: Jason Rezaian, a Washington Post journalist, was reportedly freed by Iran in a prisoner swap ahead of finalizing a nuclear deal with world powers.
PFUJ condemns attack on news outlet, calls for arrests of terrorists
Published 10 years ago: PFUJ condemns the recent attack on ARY News and urges the government to enhance security measures for media personnel and establishments.
YouTube launches Pakistani version, paving way for ban to be lifted
Published 10 years ago: Google has launched a localized YouTube version in Pakistan, possibly leading to the lifting of a long-standing ban due to blasphemous content.
Al-Jazeera pulls plug on struggling US news channel
Published 10 years ago: Al-Jazeera America will close on April 30 due to poor viewership and financial sustainability issues after significant investment and effort.
Raid on journalist's home latest act of intimidation, says Human Rights Watch
Published 10 years ago: Human Rights Watch condemns the raid on journalist Salman Masood's home as a troubling act of government intimidation against critical media voices.
Kuwait passes law tightening online media controls
Published 10 years ago: Kuwait's parliament has enacted a law regulating online media, raising concerns about freedom of speech and expression across the Gulf state.
Journalists protest attack on ARY office
Published 10 years ago: Journalists organized a protest against the terror attack on ARY News office, highlighting the government's failure to ensure media security.
CPJ condemns attack on ARY News office, calls for prompt investigation
Published 10 years ago: The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns a grenade attack on ARY News in Islamabad, calling for a thorough investigation into the violence.
Gunmen attack ARY News office in Islamabad, one injured
Published 10 years ago: Gunmen attacked ARY News office in Islamabad, injuring a staff member during the incident linked to the coverage of the Pakistan Army's operations.
Dr Shahid Masood returns to ARY
Published 10 years ago: Dr. Shahid Masood is set to return to ARY News Television, welcomed back by CEO Salman Iqbal, marking his reentry into the media industry.
Court rejects injunction application on NPC polls
Published 10 years ago: A court has dismissed an application to nullify the recent NPC elections, affirming they were conducted according to the proper procedure.
Rangers raid Islamabad home of The Nation Resident Editor
Published 10 years ago: Paramilitary Rangers raided the home of journalist Salman Masood in Islamabad, sparking outrage among the media community over the operation.
Iran arrests journalists, bans newspaper ahead of elections
Published 10 years ago: Iranian authorities have arrested journalists and banned the newspaper Bahar ahead of legislative elections, raising concerns over press freedom.
IFJ women move forward struggle for gender equality
Published 10 years ago: The IFJ Gender Council conference in Morocco focused on gender equality and media, discussing women's empowerment and advocacy strategies.
PEMRA in bid to settle BOL staff salary issue
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA is working with the Information Ministry to resolve BOL News staff salary issues following a directive from the Islamabad High Court.
NPC approves committee for reviewing voters list
Published 10 years ago: The NPC Islamabad has approved a committee to review the voters list, ensuring transparency and accountability in its operations.
Regulatory body's advice and warning to Neo TV
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA has warned Neo TV to self-regulate after airing controversial remarks by politician Faisal Raza Abdi that could damage Pakistan's international image.
Train anchors properly, PEMRA tells Aaj after indecent remarks aired
Published 10 years ago: PEMRA has advised Aaj News to properly train their anchors following the airing of indecent remarks against the government during a talk show.
Top news website blocked in three Arab countries
Published 10 years ago: The IFJ expresses concern over the blocking of al-Araby al-Jadeed and The New Arab in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt, highlighting press freedom issues.
Fourth deadliest year on record for journalists: CPJ
Published 10 years ago: In 2015, 71 journalists were killed globally, marking the fourth deadliest year on record, with significant challenges still facing press freedom.
NPC election committee says it thwarted attempt to sabotage polls
Published 10 years ago: The NPC election committee reported a thwarted sabotage attempt by a contesting group during the January 4 elections, ensuring a fair process.

