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.

Shaheen Sehbai and Moeed Pirzada challenge PEMRA ban

Shaheen Sehbai and Moeed Pirzada challenge PEMRA ban

 Published 2 years ago:  Veteran journalists Shaheen Sehbai and Moeed Pirzada contest PEMRA's ban, filing a legal notice to withdraw the restriction on their media presence.

Journalist Jan Mohammad's murder exposes threats to media personnel

Journalist Jan Mohammad's murder exposes threats to media personnel

 Published 2 years ago:  Journalist Jan Mohammad's murder highlights the increasing threats faced by media personnel in Pakistan, a country deemed dangerous for journalists.

PEMRA bans mention of 11 proclaimed offenders including renowned journalists

PEMRA bans mention of 11 proclaimed offenders including renowned journalists

 Published 2 years ago:  PEMRA bans media from mentioning 11 proclaimed offenders, including notable journalists and politicians, sparking controversy in Pakistan.

Shaheen Sehbai calls out PDM's self-glorifying ads, demands politicians pay up

Shaheen Sehbai calls out PDM's self-glorifying ads, demands politicians pay up

 Published 2 years ago:  Shaheen Sehbai condemns the outgoing PDM government's self-promotional ads and urges political leaders to cover the costs from their own pockets.

Invisible hand at play: Journalist exposes ban on coverage of explosive Intercept report in Pakistan

Invisible hand at play: Journalist exposes ban on coverage of explosive Intercept report in Pakistan

 Published 2 years ago:  A journalist reveals a ban on Pakistani media from covering The Intercept's report on the cipher related to Imran Khan's ousting.

Authors of Intercept cipher story deny NYT correspondent's allegations on PTI involvement

Authors of Intercept cipher story deny NYT correspondent's allegations on PTI involvement

 Published 2 years ago:  Authors of The Intercept story rebut New York Times claims linking PTI to leaked diplomatic cipher involving Imran Khan's government change.

Last-day twist: Pakistan passes amended media regulatory bill amidst controversy

Last-day twist: Pakistan passes amended media regulatory bill amidst controversy

 Published 2 years ago:  Pakistan's National Assembly and Senate hastily passed the controversial media regulatory bill, raising concerns over press freedom and expression.

Ten-year-old video shows Perrier water, not alcohol: Najam Sethi

Ten-year-old video shows Perrier water, not alcohol: Najam Sethi

 Published 2 years ago:  Najam Sethi clarifies that a ten-year-old video shows him with Perrier water, not alcohol, amidst recent misinformation.

PDM government withdraws controversial PEMRA Amendment Bill amid stakeholder opposition

PDM government withdraws controversial PEMRA Amendment Bill amid stakeholder opposition

 Published 2 years ago:  The PDM government has retracted the controversial PEMRA Amendment Bill following widespread opposition from stakeholders and media organizations.

Iftikhar A Khan elected president of Employees Union Dawn Islamabad

Iftikhar A Khan elected president of Employees Union Dawn Islamabad

 Published 2 years ago:  Iftikhar A Khan has been elected president of Employees Union Dawn Islamabad for the 2023-2025 term, leading key organizational changes.

War of Words: Fawad Chaudhry and Matiullah Jan spar on Twitter

War of Words: Fawad Chaudhry and Matiullah Jan spar on Twitter

 Published 2 years ago:  Fawad Chaudhry and Matiullah Jan engaged in a heated Twitter exchange, criticizing each other with sharp language amid ongoing political tensions.

Congressman Brad Sherman warns any attack on a journalist in America is an assault on 'our sovereignty'

Congressman Brad Sherman warns any attack on a journalist in America is an assault on 'our sovereignty'

 Published 2 years ago:  Congressman Brad Sherman states any attack on a journalist in America violates national sovereignty at a democracy event discussing global press safety.

Moeed Pirzada speaks out: FBI alerts him of danger in Washington

Moeed Pirzada speaks out: FBI alerts him of danger in Washington

 Published 2 years ago:  Moeed Pirzada reveals that the FBI has alerted him to threats from Pakistani authorities during a Washington event discussing Pakistan's democracy.

Journalist Imtiaz Alam slams defense minister for sexist remarks in National Assembly

Journalist Imtiaz Alam slams defense minister for sexist remarks in National Assembly

 Published 2 years ago:  Senior journalist Imtiaz Alam criticizes Defense Minister Khawaja Asif's sexist remarks against female parliamentarians in the National Assembly.

Media free to mention Imran Khan's name, says information minister

Media free to mention Imran Khan's name, says information minister

 Published 2 years ago:  Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb stated that the amended PEMRA law allows media to mention Imran Khan's name freely.

Amended PEMRA bill contradicts labor rights and dangerously defines disinformation: IFJ

Amended PEMRA bill contradicts labor rights and dangerously defines disinformation: IFJ

 Published 2 years ago:  The new PEMRA bill in Pakistan poses risks to labor rights and permits potential government censorship of media workers and disinformation definitions.

Investigative journalist Riazul Haq chosen as principal candidate for Hubert Humphrey Fellowship

Investigative journalist Riazul Haq chosen as principal candidate for Hubert Humphrey Fellowship

 Published 2 years ago:  Riazul Haq has been selected for the Hubert Humphrey Fellowship, recognizing his exceptional contributions to investigative journalism in Pakistan.

The pros and cons of the PEMRA Amendment Bill 2023

The pros and cons of the PEMRA Amendment Bill 2023

 Published 3 years ago:  The PEMRA Amendment Bill 2023 aims to balance press freedom and the regulation of misinformation, though it faces criticisms and calls for further refinement.

NA Standing Committee approves PEMRA Amendment Bill 2023

NA Standing Committee approves PEMRA Amendment Bill 2023

 Published 3 years ago:  The NA Standing Committee has approved the PEMRA Amendment Bill 2023, introducing crucial updates to media regulations in Pakistan.

Viral Question, Sudden Exit: Journalist Azam Chaudhry tells his story

Viral Question, Sudden Exit: Journalist Azam Chaudhry tells his story

 Published 3 years ago:  Azam Chaudhry shares details about his media career and sudden dismissal after questioning PM Shehbaz Sharif about freedom of expression.

Controversy Unraveled: Minister denies sacking journalist over press freedom question

Controversy Unraveled: Minister denies sacking journalist over press freedom question

 Published 3 years ago:  Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb clarifies that journalist Azam Chaudhry was never sacked, stressing the government's commitment to press freedom.

Silent Acceptance: Pakistani news channels bow to censorship, viewership declines

Silent Acceptance: Pakistani news channels bow to censorship, viewership declines

 Published 3 years ago:  Pakistan's media faces increasing censorship and declining viewership as press freedoms are critically undermined by government pressures.

Shaheen Sehbai accuses prime minister of misinterpreting tweet

Shaheen Sehbai accuses prime minister of misinterpreting tweet

 Published 3 years ago:  Veteran journalist Shaheen Sehbai defends his interview amid accusations from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding Imran Khan's involvement.

Jang reporter Syed Mohammad Askari returns home after mysterious abduction

Jang reporter Syed Mohammad Askari returns home after mysterious abduction

 Published 3 years ago:  Senior reporter Syed Mohammad Askari returns home after his mysterious abduction in Karachi, raising concerns about journalist safety in Pakistan.

Dunya News mutes analyst Ayaz Amir's mention of Vigo Pickup

Dunya News mutes analyst Ayaz Amir's mention of Vigo Pickup

 Published 3 years ago:  Press freedom in Pakistan faces further challenges as Dunya News mutes analyst Ayaz Amir's mention of the Vigo Pickup amid rising censorship!

Jang Senior Reporter Syed Mohammad Askari kidnapped in Karachi

Jang Senior Reporter Syed Mohammad Askari kidnapped in Karachi

 Published 3 years ago:  Syed Mohammad Askari, a senior reporter for the daily Jang, has been kidnapped by unknown officials in Karachi under mysterious circumstances.

Absurd censorship: ARY News faces public outcry for blurring Imran Khan

Absurd censorship: ARY News faces public outcry for blurring Imran Khan

 Published 3 years ago:  ARY News faces backlash for blurring Imran Khan's image during a crucial IMF meeting, igniting protests on social media.

End of an Era: National Geographic magazine to cease publication

End of an Era: National Geographic magazine to cease publication

 Published 3 years ago:  National Geographic magazine will cease its print publication in 2024, marking a significant shift in its long history and response to digital trends.