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.

Peshawar Police probe fake social media post

Peshawar Police probe fake social media post

 Published 6 years ago:  Peshawar Police are investigating a fake social media post alleging rape and murder of a girl, causing distress to both families involved.

Indian journalist kills himself by jumping off 4th floor of hospital

Indian journalist kills himself by jumping off 4th floor of hospital

 Published 6 years ago:  A 37-year-old Indian journalist committed suicide by jumping from the fourth floor of AIIMS while undergoing coronavirus treatment.

Court restores 24 News license, orders immediate resumption of transmission

Court restores 24 News license, orders immediate resumption of transmission

 Published 6 years ago:  The Lahore High Court restored the license of 24 News Television, allowing immediate resumption of its transmission after PEMRA's shutdown order.

PML-N leader Khawaja Asif denies Ansar Abbasi's story

PML-N leader Khawaja Asif denies Ansar Abbasi's story

 Published 6 years ago:  Khawaja Asif, PML-N leader, denies claims of contact regarding no-trust motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan, addressing Ansar Abbasi's report.

Journalist brutally attacked in Bangladesh after reporting on corruption

Journalist brutally attacked in Bangladesh after reporting on corruption

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalist Shariful Alam Chowdhury was brutally assaulted in Bangladesh for reporting on corruption, raising concerns about journalist safety.

Did a journalist really attempt suicide outside PEMRA offices?

Did a journalist really attempt suicide outside PEMRA offices?

 Published 6 years ago:  A journalist attempted suicide outside PEMRA offices amid protests over the suspension of 24 News Television in Islamabad.

Analyst Haroon Rashid's allegations draw criticism

Analyst Haroon Rashid's allegations draw criticism

 Published 6 years ago:  Analyst Haroon Rashid's allegations against two sacked professors have sparked widespread criticism from academics and media professionals alike.

CPJ calls for lifting of 24 News suspension

CPJ calls for lifting of 24 News suspension

 Published 6 years ago:  CPJ urges PEMRA to lift the suspension of 24 NewsHD, emphasizing the need for media freedom and the channel's role in broadcasting critical news.

PFUJ announces countrywide protests on July 8

PFUJ announces countrywide protests on July 8

 Published 6 years ago:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists has announced nationwide protests on July 8 against the license suspension of 24 News Television and wage delays.

Journalist Rana Ayyub receives rape and death threats for posts about Kashmir

Journalist Rana Ayyub receives rape and death threats for posts about Kashmir

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalist Rana Ayyub faces severe online threats following her posts on Kashmir, prompting police investigation and calls for action against harassment.

PEMRA guards open fire as journalists protest suspension of 24 News transmission

PEMRA guards open fire as journalists protest suspension of 24 News transmission

 Published 6 years ago:  Islamabad police arrest two guards as journalists protest the suspension of 24 News transmission by PEMRA, raising concerns for press freedom.

PEMRA suspends 24 News license

PEMRA suspends 24 News license

 Published 6 years ago:  PEMRA suspends 24 News license for illegal transmission, citing repeated violations of its laws and failure to revert to original content.

PFUJ demands apology from Minister Faisal Vawda for threatening journalists

PFUJ demands apology from Minister Faisal Vawda for threatening journalists

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ demands a public apology from Minister Faisal Vawda for his threatening remarks against journalists on social media amid accusations of misconduct.

Gharidah Farooqi joins News One TV

Gharidah Farooqi joins News One TV

 Published 6 years ago:  Gharidah Farooqi, a notable presenter, joins News One TV to continue her show 'G for Gharidah', airing Monday through Thursday.

PEMRA serves notices on 12 channels for 'irresponsible coverage'

PEMRA serves notices on 12 channels for 'irresponsible coverage'

 Published 6 years ago:  PEMRA issues notices to 12 news channels for irresponsible coverage of the Karachi Stock Exchange terrorist attack, demanding responses within 7 days.

Death threats to Hamid Mir, Muhammad Malick in social media video

Death threats to Hamid Mir, Muhammad Malick in social media video

 Published 6 years ago:  Hamid Mir and Muhammad Malick face death threats in a viral social media video, prompting demands for action from the Press Information Department.

Accountability Court extends Mir Shakil's judicial remand for 22 days

Accountability Court extends Mir Shakil's judicial remand for 22 days

 Published 6 years ago:  An accountability court in Lahore has extended Mir Shakeel's judicial remand for 22 days in a graft case involving illegal land allotment.

PEMRA notices to five channels for airing fake news

PEMRA notices to five channels for airing fake news

 Published 6 years ago:  PEMRA has issued notices to five TV channels for broadcasting unverified claims about Kuwaiti pilots, demanding a response within two weeks.

PNP corrects VOA Urdu news on lightning

PNP corrects VOA Urdu news on lightning

 Published 6 years ago:  PNP has clarified that WMO never stated a 30-minute gap between lightning and thunder is dangerous, correcting VOA Urdu's report on lightning.

PFUJ calls for restoration of railway concession for journalists

PFUJ calls for restoration of railway concession for journalists

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ demands the restoration of railway concession tickets for journalists and their families, urging immediate action from Railways Minister.

PFUJ, FN condemn violence on Chaman-based journalists

PFUJ, FN condemn violence on Chaman-based journalists

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ and FN condemn the brutal violence against Chaman-based journalists, demanding a judicial inquiry and immediate action against the perpetrators.

PFUJ concerned over termination of journalists by Jehan Pakistan

PFUJ concerned over termination of journalists by Jehan Pakistan

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ raises alarm over Jehan Pakistan's termination of journalists, calling the decision cruel amid rising unemployment in the country.

Zaffar Abbas promises to look into complaints of 'toxic environment' at Dawn.com

Zaffar Abbas promises to look into complaints of 'toxic environment' at Dawn.com

 Published 6 years ago:  Dawn newspaper's editor Zaffar Abbas addresses complaints of a toxic work environment and promises an internal inquiry into the allegations.

AP changes writing style to capitalize 'b' in Black

AP changes writing style to capitalize 'b' in Black

 Published 6 years ago:  The AP has revised its style guide to capitalize 'b' in Black, reflecting historical identity and community among those who identify as Black.

Jehan Pakistan sacks reporters, newsroom staff in Islamabad

Jehan Pakistan sacks reporters, newsroom staff in Islamabad

 Published 6 years ago:  Urdu newspaper Jehan Pakistan has terminated several reporters and newsroom staff in Islamabad, shifting focus towards an online edition.

PFUJ hails quashing of reference against Justice Isa

PFUJ hails quashing of reference against Justice Isa

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ welcomes the quashing of the presidential reference against Justice Qazi Faez Isa, calling it a victory for judicial independence.

What journalists think about the quashed reference against Justice Isa

What journalists think about the quashed reference against Justice Isa

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists react to the Supreme Court's decision quashing the reference against Justice Qazi Faez Isa, calling it a historic moment for judiciary independence.

Police in India charge Scroll.in Executive Editor Supriya Sharma

Police in India charge Scroll.in Executive Editor Supriya Sharma

 Published 6 years ago:  Indian police have charged Scroll.in Executive Editor Supriya Sharma for her report on the lockdown in Varanasi, raising concerns over press freedom.