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.

Sohrab Barkat’s airport arrest defies court directive

Sohrab Barkat’s airport arrest defies court directive

 Published 7 months ago:  Sohrab Barkat was arrested at Islamabad Airport despite a court order clearing him for travel, raising concerns over enforcement compliance!

Najam Sethi to debut new show on Dunya News

Najam Sethi to debut new show on Dunya News

 Published 7 months ago:  Najam Sethi will debut his new show 'Aaj Ki Baat Najam Sethi Kay Saath' on Dunya News this Friday at 10 pm following his departure from Samaa TV.

Shalimar Recording Company to terminate all staff

Shalimar Recording Company to terminate all staff

 Published 7 months ago:  Shalimar Recording and Broadcasting Company will terminate all staff effective November 30, 2025, as part of its liquidation process.

Lahore journalists reported missing after by-election coverage

Lahore journalists reported missing after by-election coverage

 Published 7 months ago:  Two journalists in Lahore went missing after reporting on by-election irregularities, raising serious safety concerns for media in Pakistan.

Journalists face new risks and opportunities from X’s location labels

Journalists face new risks and opportunities from X’s location labels

 Published 7 months ago:  X's new features create both risks and opportunities for journalists as they navigate disinformation and the need for anonymity.

New study shows alarming decline in press freedom in Pakistan

New study shows alarming decline in press freedom in Pakistan

 Published 8 months ago:  A new study reveals a troubling decline in press freedom in Pakistan, highlighting media constraints amid political turmoil and rising journalist threats.

Shahzeb Khanzada faces lawsuit threat in Canada over video

Shahzeb Khanzada faces lawsuit threat in Canada over video

 Published 8 months ago:  Shahid Bhatti plans to file a lawsuit against Shahzeb Khanzada in Canada, alleging the sharing of his personal information endangered his life.

Journalists condemn police handling of Imran Khan’s sisters

Journalists condemn police handling of Imran Khan’s sisters

 Published 8 months ago:  Journalists have condemned the police's treatment of Imran Khan's sisters outside Adiala Jail, highlighting significant concerns over accountability.

Minister says man who harassed Shahzeb Khanzada identified

Minister says man who harassed Shahzeb Khanzada identified

 Published 8 months ago:  Information Minister Attaullah Tarar reveals that the individual who harassed journalist Shahzeb Khanzada has been identified and is linked to PTI.

Top ARY News official criticizes double-faced journalism

Top ARY News official criticizes double-faced journalism

 Published 8 months ago:  Ammad Yousaf criticizes double-faced journalism in Pakistan, emphasizing the need for integrity and accountability in media reporting.

Shahzeb Khanzada, Shahbaz Gill clash intensifies on X

Shahzeb Khanzada, Shahbaz Gill clash intensifies on X

 Published 8 months ago:  A heated online confrontation between Shahzeb Khanzada and Shahbaz Gill highlights the tensions in Pakistan's polarized media landscape.

Viral video shows Shahzeb Khanzada harassed in public

Viral video shows Shahzeb Khanzada harassed in public

 Published 8 months ago:  A viral video captures Geo News anchor Shahzeb Khanzada facing public harassment, raising concerns about journalist safety in Pakistan.

Fahd Husain back to writing column at Express Tribune

Fahd Husain back to writing column at Express Tribune

 Published 8 months ago:  Fahd Husain, prominent journalist, returns to The Express Tribune, making waves in political commentary and launching an English-language channel.

Najam Sethi quits Samaa TV for Dunya TV move

Najam Sethi quits Samaa TV for Dunya TV move

 Published 8 months ago:  Najam Sethi resigns from Samaa TV after two years to join Dunya TV, marking a significant shift in Pakistan's media landscape.

JournalismPakistan launches 'Once Upon a Newsroom' to preserve the legacy of The Muslim newspaper

JournalismPakistan launches 'Once Upon a Newsroom' to preserve the legacy of The Muslim newspaper

 Published 8 months ago:  JournalismPakistan launches 'Once Upon a Newsroom' to celebrate the legacy of The Muslim newspaper and document Pakistan's media history.

Pakistani media in turmoil as job cuts, censorship, and silence from unions deepen crisis

Pakistani media in turmoil as job cuts, censorship, and silence from unions deepen crisis

 Published 8 months ago:  Pakistan's media is in turmoil marked by layoffs, censorship, and silence from unions, intensifying the crisis in journalism.

JournalismPakistan unveils new tagline marking global expansion

JournalismPakistan unveils new tagline marking global expansion

 Published 8 months ago:  JournalismPakistan.com introduces 'Linking Journalism Worldwide' as a new tagline reflecting its global expansion and commitment to credible journalism.

Veteran journalist Javed Iqbal Jaidi bids farewell after long health battle

Veteran journalist Javed Iqbal Jaidi bids farewell after long health battle

 Published 8 months ago:  Veteran journalist Javed Iqbal Jaidi has passed away in Shorkot after a long battle with illness, leaving behind a legacy of humor and resilience.

JournalismPakistan.com launches dedicated Middle East section to deepen regional media coverage

JournalismPakistan.com launches dedicated Middle East section to deepen regional media coverage

 Published 8 months ago:  JournalismPakistan.com launches a dedicated Middle East section to enhance coverage of media issues, press freedom, and journalism trends.

Russia slams Pakistan’s Frontier Post for ‘Western bias’; newspaper hits back

Russia slams Pakistan’s Frontier Post for ‘Western bias’; newspaper hits back

 Published 8 months ago:  Russia criticizes Pakistan's The Frontier Post for alleged anti-Russian bias, prompting a robust defense from the newspaper regarding its editorial independence.

Javed Chaudhry signs off from Express News after 18 years on ‘Kal Tak’

Javed Chaudhry signs off from Express News after 18 years on ‘Kal Tak’

 Published 8 months ago:  Javed Chaudhry bids farewell to Express News after 18 years, ending his influential show Kal Tak and leaving his future plans uncertain.

Why only Nukta, Mr. Minister? Media workers question government's selective support

Why only Nukta, Mr. Minister? Media workers question government's selective support

 Published 8 months ago:  The government's support for Nukta's laid-off employees raises questions about fairness amidst widespread job losses in Pakistan's media sector.

Information Minister Tarar announces jobs for all 37 laid-off Nukta employees

Information Minister Tarar announces jobs for all 37 laid-off Nukta employees

 Published 8 months ago:  Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has announced job placements for all 37 former employees of Nukta, aiming to enhance digital media employment in Pakistan.

Faisal Chaudhry’s viral one-liner on G for Gharidah steals the show

Faisal Chaudhry’s viral one-liner on G for Gharidah steals the show

 Published 8 months ago:  Faisal Chaudhry's witty comeback during Gharidah Farooqi's show has gone viral, highlighting the clash in Pakistan's political discourse.

A digital dream falters: Nukta cuts 37 jobs in Pakistan after only one year

A digital dream falters: Nukta cuts 37 jobs in Pakistan after only one year

 Published 8 months ago:  Nukta, a digital journalism platform in Pakistan, has laid off 37 employees just a year after its launch, raising concerns about its future.

Talat Hussain says offensive viral clip was edited out, not aired on Samaa TV

Talat Hussain says offensive viral clip was edited out, not aired on Samaa TV

 Published 8 months ago:  Talat Hussain clarifies that a viral clip featuring Sher Afzal Marwat was edited out and not aired on Samaa TV, addressing public outrage.

PFUJ recalls November 3, 2007 emergency as Pakistan’s darkest day

PFUJ recalls November 3, 2007 emergency as Pakistan’s darkest day

 Published 8 months ago:  PFUJ commemorates November 3, 2007, as a dark day in Pakistan's history due to media suppression and constitutional abrogation.

PFUJ calls for end to Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists

PFUJ calls for end to Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists

 Published 8 months ago:  PFUJ demands government action against rising violence towards journalists in Pakistan on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists.