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.

PFUJ pledges to continue its fight for rights of journalists and press freedom

PFUJ pledges to continue its fight for rights of journalists and press freedom

 Published 6 years ago:  Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists vows to protect journalist rights and press freedom, launching the 'Sahafi Bachao' movement with nationwide protests.

Freedom Network condemns abuse of Dawn.com name

Freedom Network condemns abuse of Dawn.com name

 Published 6 years ago:  Freedom Network condemned fake news misusing Dawn.com branding to mislead the public and implicate the Pakistan Army in a recent incident.

Journalist summoned over critical article in Malaysia

Journalist summoned over critical article in Malaysia

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalist Tashny Sukumaran faces police investigation in Malaysia over her critical reporting on COVID-19 raids targeting migrants and refugees.

Minister assures clearance of media workers' dues before Eid

Minister assures clearance of media workers' dues before Eid

 Published 6 years ago:  Federal Minister Shibli Faraz assured media workers their unpaid dues will be cleared before Eid amid ongoing protests for workers' rights.

Police manhandle Hum News journalist in Nowshera

Police manhandle Hum News journalist in Nowshera

 Published 6 years ago:  Police assaulted a Hum News journalist in Nowshera while he reported on a fight involving Afghan refugees and ignored police misconduct.

Geo honors reporters slain for telling the story

Geo honors reporters slain for telling the story

 Published 6 years ago:  On World Press Freedom Day, Geo News honors fallen reporters, emphasizing the importance of journalist safety in a climate of intimidation.

Maleeha Lodhi calls for release of Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman

Maleeha Lodhi calls for release of Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman

 Published 6 years ago:  Maleeha Lodhi urges the release of Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman, detained for over 50 days without trial, emphasizing the need for justice.

Unions demand dues and release of Mir Shakil

Unions demand dues and release of Mir Shakil

 Published 6 years ago:  Pakistan's PFUJ and RIUJ demand press freedom and the release of Mir Shakil on World Press Freedom Day amid concerns over media censorship.

HRCP official says PTI government muffling critical voices

HRCP official says PTI government muffling critical voices

 Published 6 years ago:  HRCP's Harris Khalique criticizes the PTI government for suppressing dissent and putting media under pressure, affecting journalists and publications.

KP government bans fake social media channels

KP government bans fake social media channels

 Published 6 years ago:  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government bans fake social media channels to combat misinformation and restricts their access to government events.

States of Control: IFJ launches 18th South Asia Press Freedom Report

States of Control: IFJ launches 18th South Asia Press Freedom Report

 Published 6 years ago:  The 18th South Asia Press Freedom Report highlights the challenges faced by journalists during the Covid-19 crisis and ongoing restrictions.

ARY to slash staff salaries for three months

ARY to slash staff salaries for three months

 Published 6 years ago:  ARY Digital Network has announced a three-month salary cut for staff amidst ongoing financial challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus cases in news organizations, curbs on media alarming: PPF report

Coronavirus cases in news organizations, curbs on media alarming: PPF report

 Published 6 years ago:  The PPF report highlights alarming coronavirus cases among journalists and inadequate safety measures taken by the government and media organizations.

Family of Daniel Pearl files appeal to uphold convictions in 2002 murder

Family of Daniel Pearl files appeal to uphold convictions in 2002 murder

 Published 6 years ago:  The family of Daniel Pearl has filed an appeal with Pakistan's Supreme Court to reinstate convictions overturned by the Sindh High Court.

PEMRA tells Neo TV to stop 'illegal transmission'; slaps Rs one million fine

PEMRA tells Neo TV to stop 'illegal transmission'; slaps Rs one million fine

 Published 6 years ago:  PEMRA has fined Neo TV Rs one million and ordered it to stop airing illegal news content, reverting to approved entertainment programming.

Journalist Nadir Hassan dies at 37

Journalist Nadir Hassan dies at 37

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalist Nadir Hassan died at 37 from a brain hemorrhage in Karachi, remembered fondly by colleagues and friends for his talent and dedication.

Pay cut at DawnNews

Pay cut at DawnNews

 Published 6 years ago:  DawnNews has enacted a 10% salary cut and halved fuel allowances, heightening financial concerns among its staff amid a declining media landscape.

Khabrain journalist dies of coronavirus in Sukkur

Khabrain journalist dies of coronavirus in Sukkur

 Published 6 years ago:  Muhammad Anwar, a crime reporter for Daily Khabrain, has died of COVID-19 in Sukkur, marking a tragic loss for the journalism community in Sindh.

Missing Pakistani journalist Sajid Hussain found dead in Sweden

Missing Pakistani journalist Sajid Hussain found dead in Sweden

 Published 6 years ago:  Missing journalist Sajid Hussain from Balochistan has been found dead in a river in Uppsala, Sweden, after disappearing on March 2.

PFUJ concerned over rising coronavirus cases in media houses

PFUJ concerned over rising coronavirus cases in media houses

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ raises alarms over the surge of coronavirus cases in media houses, demanding safety measures and compensation for affected journalists.

Report presents a grim media situation with 92 violations in 2019

Report presents a grim media situation with 92 violations in 2019

 Published 6 years ago:  The Pakistan Press Freedom Report 2019-20 reveals 92 violations against journalists, highlighting severe risks across all provinces.

2019 a year of curbs and chokehold on media: HRCP

2019 a year of curbs and chokehold on media: HRCP

 Published 6 years ago:  The HRCP report highlights increasing restrictions on media in Pakistan throughout 2019, emphasizing severe press freedom challenges.

Ten City 42 employees contract coronavirus

Ten City 42 employees contract coronavirus

 Published 6 years ago:  Ten employees of City 42 TV, including senior journalist Amir Raza Khan, have contracted coronavirus and are receiving treatment in Lahore.

PFUJ calls on government to respect press freedom

PFUJ calls on government to respect press freedom

 Published 6 years ago:  PFUJ urges the government to uphold press freedom and citizens' rights to expression while addressing media workers' issues as Labour Day approaches.

Rs2 million grant for press clubs of merged KP districts

Rs2 million grant for press clubs of merged KP districts

 Published 6 years ago:  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chief Minister allocates Rs2 million grant to enhance press clubs in merged districts, a step praised by local journalists.

Journalist brothers test positive for COVID-19 in Peshawar

Journalist brothers test positive for COVID-19 in Peshawar

 Published 6 years ago:  Two journalist brothers in Peshawar tested positive for COVID-19 after experiencing health issues, raising concerns in the media community.

Safety recommendations for journalists covering COVID-19 pandemic

Safety recommendations for journalists covering COVID-19 pandemic

 Published 6 years ago:  Reporters Without Borders and Freedom Network Pakistan issue 15 safety recommendations for journalists amidst rising COVID-19 cases in Pakistan.

Murder suspected in journalist hanging death

Murder suspected in journalist hanging death

 Published 6 years ago:  Local journalist Saeed Qaisar was found dead in Phool Nagar, raising suspicions of murder and prompting calls for justice from the PFUJ.