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.
Two-day PFUJ-led protest against PMDA ends
Published 4 years ago: A two-day protest led by PFUJ against the PMDA legislation concluded in Islamabad, highlighting journalists' concerns about press freedom.
Media stand united against PMDA: The News
Published 4 years ago: The News editorial denounces the PMDA as a draconian law, emphasizing the media's unity against government control and threats to journalistic freedom.
Maryam Aurangzeb slams govt over press freedom
Published 4 years ago: Maryam Aurangzeb criticizes the PTI government for restricting press freedom and denying journalists their right to protest against the PMDA.
Pakistani journalists protest proposed PMDA in London
Published 4 years ago: Pakistani journalists protest in London against the proposed PMDA law aimed at controlling media and undermining journalistic freedoms.
Renowned broadcaster Azeem Sarwar passes away
Published 4 years ago: Renowned broadcaster and sports producer Azeem Sarwar has passed away in Karachi, leaving a legacy in Pakistani media and sports broadcasting.
APNS unanimously rejects PMDA
Published 4 years ago: The All Pakistan Newspapers Society has unanimously rejected the proposed PMDA, viewing it as an unconstitutional move to control media independence.
PFUJ appeals for mass participation in its sit-in to oppose media martial law
Published 4 years ago: PFUJ calls for mass participation in a sit-in against the PMDA, emphasizing unity to protect media freedom and expression rights in Pakistan.
KP journalists reject PMDA
Published 4 years ago: KP journalists unanimously reject the proposed PMDA, stating it threatens freedom of expression and human rights enshrined in the Constitution.
Pakistan issues 250 visas to foreign media
Published 4 years ago: Pakistan's Ministry of Information has issued 250 visas to foreign media and provided additional support for journalists covering Afghanistan.
PFUJ condoles death of Rahimullah Yousufzai
Published 4 years ago: The PFUJ expresses condolences for the passing of esteemed journalist Rahimullah Yousufzai, praising his contributions to journalism in Pakistan.
PPP urges government to share PMDA draft with parliament
Published 4 years ago: PPP urges the government to disclose the PMDA draft to parliament, citing concerns over media freedom and government transparency.
Senate Standing Committee on Information discusses PMDA
Published 4 years ago: The Senate Standing Committee on Information reviews the PMDA bill, addressing concerns from journalists and discussing its implications.
Indian police raid homes of Srinagar journalists
Published 4 years ago: Indian police have raided the homes of four journalists in Srinagar, raising alarms about potential press freedom violations in Kashmir.
Taliban detain Afghan journalists covering anti-Pakistan protests
Published 4 years ago: The Taliban detained Afghan journalists covering anti-Pakistan protests in Kabul, highlighting ongoing press freedom issues in the region.
Award-winning journalist Rahimullah Yousafzai passes away
Published 4 years ago: Renowned journalist Rahimullah Yousafzai passes away at 67 in Peshawar after battling cancer for 15 months, leaving behind a legacy in journalism.
PTI's Kanwal Shauzab assures support to women journalists
Published 4 years ago: Kanwal Shauzab urged media owners to support women journalists by creating a conducive working environment and addressing their demands.
Powerful lobbies insist on having PMDA, says PMLN legislator
Published 4 years ago: PMLN legislator Javed Latif claims powerful lobbies are pushing for the Pakistan Media Development Authority amid growing concerns over press freedom.
PMDA to take Pakistan back to pre-2002 days: Adnan Rehmat
Published 4 years ago: The proposed PMDA may lead Pakistan back to authoritarianism, stifling media diversity and free speech as warned by journalist Adnan Rehmat.
Sami Ibraheem to move petition against information minister
Published 4 years ago: Sami Ibraheem files a petition in IHC seeking disqualification of Fawad Chaudhry over asset concealment and discrepancies in wealth declarations.
DigiMAP asks Facebook to stop blocking accounts discussing Taliban
Published 4 years ago: DigiMAP urges Facebook to end its censorship of accounts discussing the Taliban's impact in Afghanistan and protect journalistic freedoms.
PFUJ seeks increased security for journalists following TTP threat
Published 4 years ago: PFUJ demands enhanced security measures for journalists due to threats from TTP amid rising violence against media personnel in Pakistan.
PMDA to deal with fake news threat: minister
Published 4 years ago: Federal Minister Fawad Chaudhry announced the PMDA's role in combating fake news, which was highlighted as a national security threat by COAS Bajwa.
Journalist Sabookh Syed claims his Facebook account blocked
Published 4 years ago: Journalist Sabookh Syed reports that Facebook has blocked his account after he shared news about the Taliban, raising concerns about censorship.
Dawn reacts to Minister Fawad Chaudhry's accusation
Published 4 years ago: Dawn responds to Fawad Chaudhry's allegations, asserting that the PMDA threatens independent media in Pakistan and promotes an authoritarian mindset.
TTP warns Pakistani journalists
Published 4 years ago: Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan has issued a warning to journalists to refrain from labeling them as terrorists or face serious consequences.
PFUJ concerned over the merger of allowances in salaries by Dawn Group
Published 4 years ago: The PFUJ criticizes Dawn Group for merging employee allowances into salaries, undermining the Eighth Wage Board Award and worsening employee financial distress.
No widespread climate misinformation in Pakistani media: study
Published 4 years ago: A study reveals Pakistani media lacks widespread climate misinformation, emphasizing the influence of local journalists on environmental reporting.
KUJ to launch movement against PMDA
Published 4 years ago: The Karachi Union of Journalists is launching a movement against the controversial Pakistan Media Development Authority to defend press freedom.

