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.

Shireen Mazari rejects Hamid Mir's tweet as incorrect

Shireen Mazari rejects Hamid Mir's tweet as incorrect

 Published 4 years ago:  Shireen Mazari refutes Hamid Mir's claim that Imran Khan's cabinet approved a law punishing criticism of the army or judiciary, calling it incorrect.

IFJ urges Pakistani authorities to withdraw cases against Imran Riaz

IFJ urges Pakistani authorities to withdraw cases against Imran Riaz

 Published 4 years ago:  The International Federation of Journalists urges Pakistani authorities to withdraw cases against Imran Riaz Khan, citing press freedom concerns.

The News claims assailants who targeted Absar Alam arrested

The News claims assailants who targeted Absar Alam arrested

 Published 4 years ago:  The News reports the arrest of assailants targeting Absar Alam, revealing a transnational gang orchestrated from Germany.

Imran Riaz Khan's arrest; IHC disposes of petition

Imran Riaz Khan's arrest; IHC disposes of petition

 Published 4 years ago:  The IHC has dismissed the contempt petition regarding journalist Imran Riaz Khan's arrest, citing jurisdiction issues over Punjab Police.

Rauf Klasra criticizes Imran Khan for targeting journalists when in power

Rauf Klasra criticizes Imran Khan for targeting journalists when in power

 Published 4 years ago:  Rauf Klasra criticizes Imran Khan for silencing journalists during his time as Prime Minister, highlighting attacks on press freedom in Pakistan.

Punjab Police arrest journalist Imran Riaz Khan

Punjab Police arrest journalist Imran Riaz Khan

 Published 4 years ago:  Punjab Police arrested journalist Imran Riaz Khan late Tuesday near Islamabad Toll Plaza, sparking widespread criticism and support on social media.

Geo censors Ayaz Amir's comments during Hamid Mir's show

Geo censors Ayaz Amir's comments during Hamid Mir's show

 Published 4 years ago:  Geo News censored Ayaz Amir's comments during a discussion about press freedom on Hamid Mir's show, highlighting vulnerabilities faced by dissenting journalists.

PFUJ reiterates its commitment to press freedom and human rights

PFUJ reiterates its commitment to press freedom and human rights

 Published 4 years ago:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists reaffirms its commitment to press freedom and human rights on the anniversary of July 5, 1977.

Senior GTV producer Amanat Pasha passes away

Senior GTV producer Amanat Pasha passes away

 Published 4 years ago:  GTV Senior Producer Amanat Pasha has passed away following injuries from a road accident, prompting condolences from the GTV community.

Ayaz Amir says an official had warned him before the attack

Ayaz Amir says an official had warned him before the attack

 Published 4 years ago:  Veteran journalist Ayaz Amir reveals he was warned by an intelligence official to moderate his criticism before the attack on him in Lahore.

Shahbaz Gill threatens Fahd Husain

Shahbaz Gill threatens Fahd Husain

 Published 4 years ago:  Shahbaz Gill threatened journalist Fahd Husain during a press conference, criticizing his past work and accusing him of yellow journalism.

PFUJ condemns murder of journalist Iftikhar Ahmed

PFUJ condemns murder of journalist Iftikhar Ahmed

 Published 4 years ago:  PFUJ condemns the murder of journalist Iftikhar Ahmed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, emphasizing the need for journalist safety and security.

Dawn asks: What was Ayaz Amir's crime?

Dawn asks: What was Ayaz Amir's crime?

 Published 4 years ago:  Dawn critiques the violent attack on journalist Ayaz Amir, emphasizing the dangers journalists face for speaking the truth in Pakistan.

Police arrest three suspects in journalist Iftikhar Ahmed's murder

Police arrest three suspects in journalist Iftikhar Ahmed's murder

 Published 4 years ago:  Local police have arrested three suspects in the murder of journalist Iftikhar Ahmed, with ongoing investigations into the motive and circumstances.

Express News journalist Iftikhar Ahmed gunned down in KP

Express News journalist Iftikhar Ahmed gunned down in KP

 Published 4 years ago:  Iftikhar Ahmed, a journalist with Express News, was shot dead in Peshawar's Charsadda area while leaving a mosque after evening prayers.

FIR lodged against unknown assailants who attacked Ayaz Amir

FIR lodged against unknown assailants who attacked Ayaz Amir

 Published 4 years ago:  An FIR has been filed against unknown assailants who attacked journalist Ayaz Amir in Lahore, prompting widespread condemnation among media professionals.

Violence against Ayaz Amir widely condemned

Violence against Ayaz Amir widely condemned

 Published 4 years ago:  The attack on journalist Ayaz Amir has been condemned by many, highlighting concerns over journalists' safety in Pakistan.

Ayaz Amir attacked by unidentified men in Lahore

Ayaz Amir attacked by unidentified men in Lahore

 Published 4 years ago:  Senior analyst Ayaz Amir was attacked by unidentified men in Lahore after leaving Dunya News, prompting discussions on freedom of speech.

PTI leader's guards beat up GNN reporter

PTI leader's guards beat up GNN reporter

 Published 4 years ago:  PTI leader Qasim Khan Suri's guards allegedly assaulted GNN reporter Idrees Abbasi in Rawalpindi over a question, prompting police action demands.

Journalist arrested for hurting religious sentiments in India

Journalist arrested for hurting religious sentiments in India

 Published 4 years ago:  Indian journalist Mohammed Zubair was arrested for a Twitter post allegedly hurting religious sentiments, sparking condemnation from media organizations.

House of president Panjgur Press Club comes under attack

House of president Panjgur Press Club comes under attack

 Published 4 years ago:  The house of Umar Majid, President of Panjgur Press Club, was attacked by unidentified assailants in Balochistan, but no casualties occurred.

National Press Club decides to hold elections digitally

National Press Club decides to hold elections digitally

 Published 4 years ago:  The National Press Club has decided to digitize its member list and conduct elections using a biometric process for enhanced transparency.

Salman Iqbal, Fawad Chaudhry react to minister's accusations

Salman Iqbal, Fawad Chaudhry react to minister's accusations

 Published 4 years ago:  Salman Iqbal defends ARY's contract with PTV Sports against accusations from Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb regarding illegal agreements.

Sindh Rangers release journalist Arsalan Khan

Sindh Rangers release journalist Arsalan Khan

 Published 4 years ago:  Arsalan Khan, a journalist detained by Sindh Rangers over alleged terrorist links, has been released after interrogation and is now safely home.

Police arrest fake woman journalist

Police arrest fake woman journalist

 Published 4 years ago:  Sindh Police have arrested a fake woman journalist for extorting money while posing as a TV reporter in Karachi's Garden area.

APP union to protest outside parliament if demands not met

APP union to protest outside parliament if demands not met

 Published 4 years ago:  APP Employees Union in Islamabad plans a protest outside Parliament if their demands, including a 40 percent disparity allowance, are not met.

Maryam Nawaz hits out at ARY; the channel strikes back

Maryam Nawaz hits out at ARY; the channel strikes back

 Published 4 years ago:  Maryam Nawaz confronts ARY News over alleged corruption by its owner, Salman Iqbal, during a heated exchange with a reporter.

PEMRA serves show-cause notice on ARY News

PEMRA serves show-cause notice on ARY News

 Published 4 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a show-cause notice to ARY News for airing a fabricated report about Finance Minister Miftah Ismail's residence spending.