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.

Acclaimed Urdu writer and poet Aftab Iqbal Shamim passes away

Acclaimed Urdu writer and poet Aftab Iqbal Shamim passes away

 Published 1 years ago:  Aftab Iqbal Shamim, the esteemed Urdu writer and poet, has passed away, marking a significant loss in Urdu literature.

Journalist Charles Glass barred from visiting Imran Khan

Journalist Charles Glass barred from visiting Imran Khan

 Published 1 years ago:  Journalist Charles Glass is denied access to meet former Prime Minister Imran Khan in Adiala Jail, expressing concern over Khan's imprisonment.

Gharidah Farooqi leads legal battle against sexist remarks in media

Gharidah Farooqi leads legal battle against sexist remarks in media

 Published 1 years ago:  Gharidah Farooqi initiates legal action against sexist remarks made by Dr. Omar Adil and Zohaib Butt, aiming to challenge toxic behaviors in media.

ARY journalist Jahanzaib Ali counters fresh Indian media allegations

ARY journalist Jahanzaib Ali counters fresh Indian media allegations

 Published 1 years ago:  Journalist Jahanzaib Ali defends his questioning of India's policies amidst allegations and highlights the importance of press freedom and minority rights.

Dr. Omar Adil's sexist comments against female anchors spark outrage

Dr. Omar Adil's sexist comments against female anchors spark outrage

 Published 1 years ago:  Dr. Omar Adil faces backlash after making sexist remarks about female anchors, igniting significant outrage among journalists and the public.

FIA summons Rizwan Razi for alleged campaign against judiciary

FIA summons Rizwan Razi for alleged campaign against judiciary

 Published 1 years ago:  Senior journalist Rizwan Razi has been summoned by the FIA for allegedly conducting a social media campaign against Pakistan's judiciary.

Rauf Hassan first to face trial under PECA in special court

Rauf Hassan first to face trial under PECA in special court

 Published 1 years ago:  Rauf Hassan becomes the first individual tried under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act in a special court for alleged cyber offenses.

Hamid Mir's plea: Court summons Interior and Law Ministry officials

Hamid Mir's plea: Court summons Interior and Law Ministry officials

 Published 1 years ago:  The Islamabad High Court summoned officials from the Interior and Law Ministries following Hamid Mir's request to probe Arshad Sharif's murder.

Police arrest suspects in journalist Hassan Zeb's murder

Police arrest suspects in journalist Hassan Zeb's murder

 Published 1 years ago:  Police arrest key suspects in the murder case of journalist Hassan Zeb, who was killed in Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on July 14.

Senior worker fighting legal battles abducted from Jang office

Senior worker fighting legal battles abducted from Jang office

 Published 1 years ago:  Imran Butt, a senior worker at Daily Jang, was abducted by individuals posing as FIA officials amidst ongoing legal battles over workers' rights.

Anchor Ayesha Jahanzaib reconciles with husband, drops charges in court

Anchor Ayesha Jahanzaib reconciles with husband, drops charges in court

 Published 2 years ago:  Ayesha Jahanzaib has reconciled with her husband and dropped domestic violence charges in Lahore court, emphasizing the need for support for women.

Police disrupt PFUJ meeting, arrest hotel manager in Gujranwala

Police disrupt PFUJ meeting, arrest hotel manager in Gujranwala

 Published 2 years ago:  Police disrupted a PFUJ meeting in Gujranwala, arresting the hotel manager while preventing opposition leader Omer Ayub Khan from attending.

Journalist Jahanzaib Ali stands firm after backlash over Pentagon question

Journalist Jahanzaib Ali stands firm after backlash over Pentagon question

 Published 2 years ago:  Jahanzaib Ali, an ARY News journalist, defends his Pentagon question amid backlash and threats regarding foreign involvement in Trump's attack.

Arshad Sharif's widow reveals harrowing details of his torture and murder

Arshad Sharif's widow reveals harrowing details of his torture and murder

 Published 2 years ago:  Javeria Siddiqui shares horrifying details about Arshad Sharif's torture and murder in an interview revealing systemic abuse and violation of rights.

Censorship concerns as 'Redline with Talat' fails to air

Censorship concerns as 'Redline with Talat' fails to air

 Published 2 years ago:  Censorship concerns arise as Samaa TV's 'Redline with Talat' fails to air, leaving reasons unclear and raising alarms over media freedom in Pakistan.

PFUJ condemns murder of Aaj News reporter Hassan Zaib

PFUJ condemns murder of Aaj News reporter Hassan Zaib

 Published 2 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the murder of Aaj News reporter Hassan Zaib, urging the government to ensure justice and protect journalists' safety.

Motorcycle assailants kill journalist Malik Hassan Zaib in Nowshera

Motorcycle assailants kill journalist Malik Hassan Zaib in Nowshera

 Published 2 years ago:  Journalist Malik Hassan Zaib was shot dead by motorcycle assailants in Nowshera, raising concerns about journalist safety in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Suno TV censors PTI leader Zartaj Gul's scarf featuring Imran Khan

Suno TV censors PTI leader Zartaj Gul's scarf featuring Imran Khan

 Published 2 years ago:  Suno TV censored PTI leader Zartaj Gul's scarf displaying Imran Khan's image during a live broadcast, highlighting ongoing media censorship in Pakistan.

Influencer Junaid Akram apologizes for paid promotion of Punjab Government

Influencer Junaid Akram apologizes for paid promotion of Punjab Government

 Published 2 years ago:  Influencer Junaid Akram publicly apologizes for failing to disclose a paid promotion for the Punjab government's 100-day performance video.

Dictatorship and Drawing: Akhtar Shah's satirical journey through martial laws

Dictatorship and Drawing: Akhtar Shah's satirical journey through martial laws

 Published 2 years ago:  Akhtar Shah narrates his remarkable journey as a satirical cartoonist, reflecting on martial laws and political commentary in Pakistan.

Absa Komal condemns sexist remarks during talk show appearance

Absa Komal condemns sexist remarks during talk show appearance

 Published 2 years ago:  Absa Komal condemns sexist remarks made during a talk show, highlighting the ongoing sexism in the media industry.

Paid Praise: How government endorsements by influencers violated ethical standards

Paid Praise: How government endorsements by influencers violated ethical standards

 Published 2 years ago:  A recent controversy in Pakistan reveals unethical paid endorsements by influencers supporting the Punjab government's achievements in office.

Anchor Ayesha Jahanzaib alleges abuse by husband, FIR filed

Anchor Ayesha Jahanzaib alleges abuse by husband, FIR filed

 Published 2 years ago:  Ayesha Jahanzaib alleges domestic abuse from her husband, filing an FIR after enduring violence linked to his secret second marriage.

Debt and mismanagement bring PTV Sports to the brink of collapse

Debt and mismanagement bring PTV Sports to the brink of collapse

 Published 2 years ago:  PTV Sports faces imminent collapse due to mismanagement and mounting debts, threatening its future in sports broadcasting.

Arshad Sharif's widow details justice journey in emotional vlog

Arshad Sharif's widow details justice journey in emotional vlog

 Published 2 years ago:  Arshad Sharif's widow shares her emotional journey to secure justice for his murder in Kenya and highlights systemic failures in Pakistan.

The invisible hand: How censorship shapes Pakistani journalism today

The invisible hand: How censorship shapes Pakistani journalism today

 Published 2 years ago:  Censorship profoundly affects Pakistani journalism, challenging press freedom and impacting democracy and societal well-being.

PFUJ welcomes Kenyan court's ruling in Arshad Sharif case

PFUJ welcomes Kenyan court's ruling in Arshad Sharif case

 Published 2 years ago:  The PFUJ has praised the Kenyan court's decision to compensate Arshad Sharif's family, emphasizing the need for justice and accountability.

Interior Ministry defends ban on social media platform X

Interior Ministry defends ban on social media platform X

 Published 2 years ago:  The Federal Ministry of Interior defends the ban on social media platform X, citing constitutional violations and national stability concerns.