Media in Pakistan

 Published 12 years ago:  Mubashir Lucman announces his retirement from television after a court ruling banning him from hosting programs, amid ongoing controversy.

 Published 12 years ago:  The Islamabad High Court has prohibited Mubashir Lucman from hosting programs due to ongoing complaints against him and a lack of action from authorities.

 Published 12 years ago:  Dawn newspaper has announced new layout changes in response to reader feedback, including a return to the previous vertical editorial format.

 Published 12 years ago:  Rana Mubashir joins Express News with a new show, Suno, amid timing confusion for its debut airing.

 Published 12 years ago:  The US State Department expresses concern over media freedom in Pakistan following the suspension of Geo TV's broadcast license for 15 days.

 Published 12 years ago:  Geo News is suing the ISI for defamation amidst allegations of being anti-state in an unprecedented legal move in Pakistan.

 Published 12 years ago:  PEMRA has suspended Geo News' license for 15 days and imposed a fine of Rs 10 million following allegations against the ISI and its chief.

 Published 12 years ago:  Reporters Without Borders condemns recent attacks on journalists and newspaper distribution in Pakistan, escalating media intimidation and violence.

 Published 12 years ago:  President Mamnoon Hussain emphasizes that the government will not impose media restrictions, calling for a code of conduct from media outlets.

 Published 12 years ago:  Renowned columnist Masood Hasan, known for his satirical writings, passed away at 72, marking a significant loss for Pakistani journalism.

 Published 12 years ago:  Masked assailants brutally attacked Zafar Aheer, resident editor of Daily Jang, leaving him injured and in shock after a terrifying ordeal.

 Published 12 years ago:  Dawn newspaper corrects its report on the cost of a luxury apartment in Islamabad, revealing an error of an extra zero in the quoted price.

 Published 12 years ago:  Dr Aamir Liaquat Hussain is leaving Geo TV after nearly two years, sparking rumors of a move to Express Group amid controversial remarks.

 Published 12 years ago:  Information Minister Pervaiz Rashid opposes media outlet closures, emphasizing the need for solutions to current electronic media challenges.

 Published 12 years ago:  Hamid Mir reaffirms his criticism of the ISI while distancing himself from Geo's apology over the April attack, asserting he awaits justice.

 Published 12 years ago:  Geo Television Network has issued an apology for its erroneous coverage regarding the ISI's alleged involvement in the attack on presenter Hamid Mir.

 Published 12 years ago:  Veteran editor Muhammad Ziauddin highlights the dangers faced by Pakistani journalists in a war zone, stressing the need for editorial responsibility.

 Published 12 years ago:  A significant reporting error on the number of Pakistani prisoners in Saudi Arabia has sparked controversy and calls for accuracy in journalistic practices.

 Published 12 years ago:  Ziauddin advocates for revisiting cross media ownership in Pakistan to promote autonomy in PEMRA and ensure fair hiring practices in media.

 Published 12 years ago:  PEMRA has issued notices to cable operators for illegally blocking Geo Television and summoned officials for airing objectionable content.

 Published 12 years ago:  The government cancels a security contract after ARY exposes illicit activities at Quaid-e-Azam's mausoleum involving agency employees.

 Published 12 years ago:  Karachi journalists protest outside PEMRA demanding the resumption of Geo Television's transmission across affected cities.

 Published 12 years ago:  Amjad Aziz Malik has been appointed as the Resident Editor of Urdu Daily Express in Peshawar, bringing extensive journalism experience.

 Published 12 years ago:  Senate finds no complaints against airing Indian movies on cable TV networks in Pakistan, confirming viewer demand and regulatory compliance.

 Published 12 years ago:  PEMRA rejects the suspension of Geo Television licenses, stating the committee's decision lacked legal standing and due procedure.

 Published 12 years ago:  PEMRA has suspended the licenses of three Geo Television channels due to allegations against the ISI and will meet on May 28 for a final decision.

 Published 12 years ago:  Geo TV's Dr Aamir Liaquat announces the channel will admit to falsely blaming ISI for the attack on Hamid Mir, amidst channel controversies.

 Published 12 years ago:  Rahimullah Yousafzai highlights the detrimental effects of disunity among journalists and the dangerous implications of media rivalry in Pakistan.