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.

The interview Hamid Mir can't forget

The interview Hamid Mir can't forget

 Published 14 years ago:  A column recounts how TV host Hamid Mirs Facebook post about his interviews with Osama bin Laden sparked sharp criticism and debate over journalism.

TV anchors and their wicked, wicked ways

TV anchors and their wicked, wicked ways

 Published 14 years ago:  An opinion piece argues TV anchors increasingly use rivalry, accusations and publicity tactics once linked to film stars to gain attention and influence.

Dunya makes another big signing

Dunya makes another big signing

 Published 14 years ago:  Dunya Media Group signs columnist Haroon ur Rasheed to lead editorial pages of Roznama Dunya after hiring The News resident editor Muhammad Malick.

Klasra heading back to The News?

Klasra heading back to The News?

 Published 14 years ago:  Reports say investigative journalist Rauf Klasra may leave Dunya Group and return to The News amid Muhammad Malicks move to Dunya.

Frontier Post in revival bid

Frontier Post in revival bid

 Published 14 years ago:  Frontier Post begins a revival drive with new editorial appointments in Lahore and Islamabad as it hires staff to rebuild the newspapers credibility.

The new face of Pakistani journalism: Bold, beautiful, and unpaid

The new face of Pakistani journalism: Bold, beautiful, and unpaid

 Published 14 years ago:  An analysis of Pakistans evolving, activist media and the persistent crisis of delayed salaries that leaves many young journalists unpaid.

Pakistan media's fight against corruption

Pakistan media's fight against corruption

 Published 14 years ago:  Pakistans independent media has exposed major corruption scandals since 2002, offering lessons for Afghan journalists amid shared challenges and context.

Malick set to join Dunya

Malick set to join Dunya

 Published 14 years ago:  Muhammad Malick, Resident Editor of The News in Islamabad, is set to join Dunya Group as an anchor and group editor for English publications.

Pakistan Today's Islamabad editor quits

Pakistan Today's Islamabad editor quits

 Published 14 years ago:  Pakistan Today Islamabad Resident Editor Rana Qaisar quits after under two years, joins Frontier Post, with Shaiq Hussain tipped as successor.

Job-hopping Dr Shahid returns to ARY

Job-hopping Dr Shahid returns to ARY

 Published 14 years ago:  Dr Shahid Masood returns to ARY Network for a third stint, joining ARY Digital amid reports he may later host a show on ARY News.

Tribune staffers face salary delay

Tribune staffers face salary delay

 Published 14 years ago:  Express Tribune staff in Lahore report delayed salaries for April and May, with June still unpaid, amid expansion into new TV channels.

Nusrat's obsession with Veena

Nusrat's obsession with Veena

 Published 14 years ago:  An Islamabad column discusses Nusrat Javeds repeated Facebook focus on Veena Malik and revisits past controversies linked to her public image.

Printing press lets Dawn down

Printing press lets Dawn down

 Published 14 years ago:  Dawns Islamabad printing press broke down on Tuesday, disrupting delivery and halting publication until it restarted later with non-colour copies.

No CNN Urdu service in the works

No CNN Urdu service in the works

 Published 14 years ago:  CNNs Islamabad bureau denies rumors of a CNN Urdu channel in Pakistan, saying no plans exist and reports about partners and licensing are unfounded.

Samaa hires new team of journalists

Samaa hires new team of journalists

 Published 14 years ago:  Samaa TV hires a new team of journalists after staff joined DawnNews, including Naveed Siddiqui, while talks continue with Asim Ali Rana.

When the 'aalim' met his match

When the 'aalim' met his match

 Published 14 years ago:  A traveler recounts a 2005 Dubai Airport encounter with Dr. Amir Liaquat Hussain, alleging VIP queue-jumping, intimidation, and heavy protocol in Karachi.

Dr. Amir's return triggers uncertainty

Dr. Amir's return triggers uncertainty

 Published 14 years ago:  Geo TV faces internal turmoil after Dr. Amir Liaquat Hussains rehiring, as anchor Sana Bucha resigns and staff reportedly oppose the decision.

Cyber terrorist targets JP

Cyber terrorist targets JP

 Published 14 years ago:  JournalismPakistan.com says it was deliberately hacked by a cyber terrorist, shares the attackers message, and outlines steps to prevent future outages.

Kamran takes over at Pique as editor

Kamran takes over at Pique as editor

 Published 14 years ago:  Kamran Rehmat has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of Pique, a new monthly magazine aimed at competing with leading publications in Pakistan.

Waqt hires Fahad in third big signing

Waqt hires Fahad in third big signing

 Published 14 years ago:  Waqt News TV continues to strengthen its team by signing Fahad Hussain from ARY News, marking their third major recruitment this month.

All's fair in Pakistani media

All's fair in Pakistani media

 Published 14 years ago:  The dynamics of Pakistan's media and politics reveal a troubling cycle of forgetfulness and repeated voting behaviors among the populace.

The 'pious' doc ditches ARY for Geo

The 'pious' doc ditches ARY for Geo

 Published 14 years ago:  Dr. Amer Liaquat has officially returned to Geo, taking on multiple roles after leaving ARY, amidst mixed reactions from the public.

Dunya making a comeback

Dunya making a comeback

 Published 14 years ago:  Dunya TV has made a strong comeback in ratings despite the recent scandal involving a leaked interview, surpassing Geo TV for the top spot!

Gunfire caused panic, says Aaj anchor

Gunfire caused panic, says Aaj anchor

 Published 14 years ago:  Aaj TV anchor Fareed Rais reports on panic and chaos during an armed attack on the channel's Karachi office, resulting in injuries.

Taliban warn media of more attacks

Taliban warn media of more attacks

 Published 14 years ago:  The Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan threatens media with further attacks unless they stop negative reporting, citing recent violence against Aaj News.

Journalists protest attack on colleague

Journalists protest attack on colleague

 Published 14 years ago:  Journalists in Peshawar protest the attack on their colleague Salman Shahzad, demanding justice and better protection for media professionals.

Amer Liaquat: the good doc back to Geo?

Amer Liaquat: the good doc back to Geo?

 Published 14 years ago:  Dr. Amer Liaquat is reportedly set to return to Geo TV, leaving behind past controversies and controversies for a lucrative offer.

TTP claims attack on Aaj TV

TTP claims attack on Aaj TV

 Published 14 years ago:  The TTP has claimed responsibility for a violent attack on Aaj TV in Karachi, injuring two people and threatening further violence against media outlets.