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.
Ayesha Bakhsh bids adieu to Geo
Published 12 years ago: Ayesha Bakhsh has left Geo Television after over five years and may join BOL TV, while colleague Muhammad Junaid is also reportedly on the move.
Yousaf Baig joins Express Group as CEO
Published 12 years ago: Yousaf Baig Mirza, former PTV Managing Director, has been appointed as CEO of the Express Media Group to oversee its electronic and print divisions.
Geo hires Sr. Executive Producer Output
Published 12 years ago: Geo Television hires M.K. Abbas as Senior Executive Producer Output to enhance its team ahead of competition from BOL TV.
Jang-Geo Group responds to allegations
Published 12 years ago: The Jang-Geo Group has responded to serious allegations of misconduct, firmly denying all claims and asserting the accusations are baseless.
Jasmeen back on air
Published 12 years ago: Talk show host Jasmeen Manzoor returns to television with her show on Abb Takk TV after leaving Samaa due to safety concerns.
Samaa and Geo keen on hiring NBC
Published 12 years ago: Samaa Television aims to hire Nasir Baig Chughtai, who may also return to Geo after managing director Azhar Abbas's recent departure.
Arrest warrants issued for Mubasher
Published 12 years ago: A Karachi court has issued arrest warrants for talk show host Mubasher Lucman due to his criticism of Geo Television's Aman ki Asha campaign.
Orange, the TV channel that isn't
Published 12 years ago: Orange TV, touted as Pakistan's first online music channel, is revealed to be a scam with no functioning broadcasts or legitimate offerings.
'I was targeted by land mafia'
Published 12 years ago: Journalist Sardar Shafiq claims land mafia targeted him in an attack, severely injuring him after he reported against their activities.
Indian paper retracts BOL story
Published 12 years ago: The Hindustan Times retracted claims linking BOL TV to Dawood Ibrahim and the ISI, clarifying no such connection exists.
RSF condemns detention of Dargai journo
Published 12 years ago: Reporters Without Borders condemns the detention of journalist Muhammad Zaib Mansoor in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, calling for his immediate release.
Press in peril: Reporter Ayub Khattak shot dead for exposing drug dealers
Published 12 years ago: Ayub Khattak, a journalist in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, was shot dead for exposing drug dealers, marking a tragic loss for press freedom in Pakistan.
IFJ, SAMSN condemn attack on journalist
Published 12 years ago: The IFJ and SAMSN condemn the brutal attack on journalist Sardar Shafiq in Abbottabad, urging for immediate investigation and improved safety for reporters.
Peshawar Press Club meeting turns ugly
Published 12 years ago: A meeting at the Peshawar Press Club turned chaotic as arguments over membership qualifications led to a physical altercation on Monday.
Journalist critically injured in Abbottabad gun attack
Published 12 years ago: Sardar Shafiq, a journalist, is in critical condition following a gun attack in Abbottabad, prompting protests and calls for increased journalist protection.
Journalist gunned down in Karak
Published 12 years ago: Journalist Ayub Khattak was shot dead in Karak, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, marking a troubling incident amid rising violence against media in Pakistan.
Time to get a khoka
Published 12 years ago: An insightful critique on the evolving landscape of journalism and the personal struggles of a veteran journalist in a changing industry.
Journalists shocked as Roznama Dunya fires 36 staff in Lahore
Published 12 years ago: Roznama Dunya has controversially fired 36 employees in Lahore, raising concerns about job security in Pakistan's media industry.
Jasmeen on Abb Takk soon
Published 12 years ago: Jasmeen Manzoor announces her return to television on Abb Takk with a new program set to air in November after leaving Samaa due to life threats.
Kidnapped journalist released
Published 12 years ago: A journalist kidnapped in South Waziristan was released a day later, according to family and local officials. Authorities investigate the incident.
Capital TV staff calls off night-long protest
Published 12 years ago: Employees of Capital TV in Islamabad end a protest over delayed salaries after management agrees to issue post-dated cheques for outstanding dues.
Dunya TV shows 12 staffers the door
Published 12 years ago: Dunya Television has dismissed 12 employees, raising concerns about job security and potential future layoffs amid restructuring efforts.
Waqt program goes off air halfway through
Published 12 years ago: Waqt News program Assignment, hosted by Ameer Abbas, was abruptly taken off air midway due to alleged pressure concerning police torture allegations.
Abb Takk hires key Aaj man
Published 12 years ago: Abb Takk Television has recruited Masoom Rizvi from Aaj TV, impacting the dynamics of news programming in the competitive media landscape.
Should I take up Communication Studies?
Published 12 years ago: Enrollments in communication studies are rising in Pakistan due to the growing media industry, raising questions among students about their future prospects.
Nadeem makes the move, joins Samaa
Published 12 years ago: Nadeem Malik resigns from Aaj TV to join Samaa TV, set to host prime time show in October, enhancing his media legacy.
Awards for excellence in journalism
Published 12 years ago: The Agahi Awards for excellence in journalism recognized outstanding media professionals in various categories at the Pakistan National Council of Arts!
Tweet lands Capital TV staffer in trouble
Published 12 years ago: Capital TV staff face scrutiny after tweeting about salary delays and organizational issues, leading to show cause notices from management.

