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.

IFJ welcomes arrests of suspects in murders of Express News staffers

IFJ welcomes arrests of suspects in murders of Express News staffers

 Published 10 years ago:  IFJ and PFUJ commend the arrests of suspects in the 2014 murders of Express News staff, urging swift justice for media professionals in Pakistan.

Afridi snubs reporter; journalists demand apology

Afridi snubs reporter; journalists demand apology

 Published 10 years ago:  Shahid Afridi faces backlash from journalists in Lahore after snubbing a reporter's question about his captaincy record during a press event.

Abb Takk fined Rs100,000 for not using time-delay mechanism

Abb Takk fined Rs100,000 for not using time-delay mechanism

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA fines Abb Takk Television Rs100,000 for not using a time-delay mechanism during a live broadcast, allowing derogatory remarks on air.

PEMRA serves notice on Express News for airing provocative talk show

PEMRA serves notice on Express News for airing provocative talk show

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a notice to Express News for airing a provocative talk show that could harm diplomatic ties and violate constitutional articles.

Islamic State executes female journalist in Raqqa

Islamic State executes female journalist in Raqqa

 Published 10 years ago:  Islamic State executes female journalist Ruqia Hassan for exposing human rights abuses in Raqqa, marking a grim milestone in journalist safety.

Journalist Panel wins big in NPC polls marred by rowdyism

Journalist Panel wins big in NPC polls marred by rowdyism

 Published 10 years ago:  The Journalist Panel claimed victory in the NPC elections, despite disruptions caused by the Jago Panel's protests and chaos at polling stations.

PML-N gets most airtime representation in October talk shows: Gallup Pakistan

PML-N gets most airtime representation in October talk shows: Gallup Pakistan

 Published 10 years ago:  In October 2015, PML-N dominated talk show airtime at 34%, revealing shifts in political discourse and guest diversity, according to Gallup Pakistan.

Khawar Naeem joins 92 News as Lahore bureau chief

Khawar Naeem joins 92 News as Lahore bureau chief

 Published 10 years ago:  Khawar Naeem Hashmi has been appointed as the Lahore bureau chief for 92 News, enhancing the channel's reporting capabilities.

Expelled French journalist warns of dark days for media in China

Expelled French journalist warns of dark days for media in China

 Published 10 years ago:  Ursula Gauthier, a French journalist, warns of troubling times for media in China after her expulsion over a critical article on Xinjiang.

PTV ready to launch a second sports channel this month

PTV ready to launch a second sports channel this month

 Published 10 years ago:  PTV is launching a second sports channel, PTV Sports 2, this month to enhance programming and revenue in Pakistan's sports broadcasting sector.

PFUJ lists attacks on journalists, news organizations in 2015

PFUJ lists attacks on journalists, news organizations in 2015

 Published 10 years ago:  PFUJ highlights the alarming increase in attacks on journalists and media organizations in 2015, pressing for justice and safety for media workers.

Farrukh Shahbaz Warraich elected PFUC president

Farrukh Shahbaz Warraich elected PFUC president

 Published 10 years ago:  Farrukh Shahbaz Warraich has been elected president of the Pakistan Federal Union of Columnists, securing 57 votes in recent elections.

Veteran journalist Jonaid Iqbal leaves for his heavenly abode

Veteran journalist Jonaid Iqbal leaves for his heavenly abode

 Published 10 years ago:  Veteran journalist Jonaid Iqbal, 76, passed away in Islamabad while writing, leaving a legacy in journalism and fond memories among colleagues.

Bukhar Shah re-elected president of Peshawar Press Club

Bukhar Shah re-elected president of Peshawar Press Club

 Published 10 years ago:  Syed Bukhar Shah Bacha has been re-elected as the president of the Peshawar Press Club, securing 174 votes against his rival.

Gate-crashing, fist-fight mar annulled LPC polls

Gate-crashing, fist-fight mar annulled LPC polls

 Published 10 years ago:  The Lahore Press Club elections were marred by chaos, resulting in the cancellation of polling due to a near-stampede and violence among voters.

Amjad Aziz to run for Secretary of Asian Sports Writers Association

Amjad Aziz to run for Secretary of Asian Sports Writers Association

 Published 10 years ago:  Amjad Aziz Malik announces his candidacy for General Secretary of Asian Sports Writers Association, marking a historic first for Pakistan!

PEMRA warning in Urdu to news channels for revealing rape victim's identity

PEMRA warning in Urdu to news channels for revealing rape victim's identity

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA warns news channels over revealing rape victim's identity, stressing the need for editorial control and compliance with media conduct guidelines.

Legendary broadcaster Aslam Azhar dies

Legendary broadcaster Aslam Azhar dies

 Published 10 years ago:  Aslam Azhar, former Managing Director of PTV and a broadcasting pioneer, passed away at 83 in Islamabad after undergoing recent surgery.

Thai media decide junta chief no laughing matter

Thai media decide junta chief no laughing matter

 Published 10 years ago:  Thai journalists skip traditional satirical nicknaming of the junta, reflecting increased self-censorship under Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha.

110 journalists killed in 2015, says media watchdog

110 journalists killed in 2015, says media watchdog

 Published 10 years ago:  In 2015, 110 journalists were killed globally, with 67 deaths linked directly to their reporting, according to Reporters Without Borders.

Safety, security of media pros: Study calls for establishing training institute

Safety, security of media pros: Study calls for establishing training institute

 Published 10 years ago:  A study calls for the establishment of a journalist training institute in Pakistan to enhance the safety and security of media professionals.

The Democrats stand tall in KPC polls

The Democrats stand tall in KPC polls

 Published 10 years ago:  The Democrats claim victory in the Karachi Press Club elections, with Fazil Jamili re-elected as president for a second term and complete panel wins.

Syrian journalist shot dead in Turkey

Syrian journalist shot dead in Turkey

 Published 10 years ago:  Naji Jerf, a Syrian journalist known for his films on Islamic State, was shot dead in Turkey, raising concerns for Syrian journalists' safety.

Dunya News managers deny victimizing sacked duo

Dunya News managers deny victimizing sacked duo

 Published 10 years ago:  Dunya News management refutes claims of victimization against sacked reporters Faiz Paracha and Fakhar ur Rehman, citing evaluation criteria.

Dunya News sacks Senior Correspondent Faiz Paracha

Dunya News sacks Senior Correspondent Faiz Paracha

 Published 10 years ago:  Dunya News has dismissed Senior Correspondent Faiz Paracha just a month after another journalist's exit, sparking discussions on management practices.

Express Tribune journalist joins Geo

Express Tribune journalist joins Geo

 Published 10 years ago:  Zahid Gishkori joins Geo Television as a special correspondent, transitioning from The Express Tribune after five and a half years.

Dawn CEO's help sought in tracing missing Indian

Dawn CEO's help sought in tracing missing Indian

 Published 10 years ago:  Parents of a missing Indian man seek help from Dawn CEO to trace their son who disappeared after traveling to Pakistan to meet a girl he met online.

Ataul Haq Qasmi appointed PTV chairman

Ataul Haq Qasmi appointed PTV chairman

 Published 10 years ago:  Ataul Haq Qasmi has been appointed as the chairman of Pakistan Television after a distinguished career in journalism and arts.