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.

Here's what journalists say about attack on Dawn

Here's what journalists say about attack on Dawn

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists have condemned the besieging of Dawn office in Islamabad by hundred-odd protesters

PFUJ condemns hooliganism at Dawn office in Islamabad

PFUJ condemns hooliganism at Dawn office in Islamabad

 Published 6 years ago:  A group of around 100 people surrounded, attacked, and blocked the exit and entry gates of the news organization

CPJ launches 2019 #FreeThePress campaign

CPJ launches 2019 #FreeThePress campaign

 Published 6 years ago:  In dictatorships and developing democracies alike imprisonment has become an effective method to silence the press

Mob blocks gates of Dawn offices in Islamabad

Mob blocks gates of Dawn offices in Islamabad

 Published 6 years ago:  Around 100 people gathered outside Dawn's offices, blocking the gates for nearly three hours. The protestors, led by an elderly man with a megaphone, accused the newspaper of undermining Pakistan's efforts against terrorism. They chanted slogans in support of the ISI and the Army.

Shahzada Zulfiqar elected president of PFUJ, Nasir Zaidi as secretary-general

Shahzada Zulfiqar elected president of PFUJ, Nasir Zaidi as secretary-general

 Published 6 years ago:  Zulfiqar is a recipient of the President’s Award for Pride of Performance while Zaidi is a press freedom activist who was flogged during the Zia era.

Female journalist killed by her husband in Lahore

Female journalist killed by her husband in Lahore

 Published 6 years ago:  The crime reporter is allegedly killed for not agreeing to quit her job.

Journalists attend workshop on Sustainable Agriculture in Bhurban

Journalists attend workshop on Sustainable Agriculture in Bhurban

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists include those covering the agriculture sector for leading English and Urdu news outlets.

A new low in journalism: The News copy-pastes Dawn story

A new low in journalism: The News copy-pastes Dawn story

 Published 6 years ago:  The News faces scrutiny after copying a Dawn story verbatim, including the reference to Dawn itself. The incident, involving PTI leader Barrister Sultan Mehmood's by-poll win, sparks accusations of plagiarism in Pakistani journalism and embarrasses the paper.

AGAHI Awards honor 47 journalists for excellence in journalism

AGAHI Awards honor 47 journalists for excellence in journalism

 Published 6 years ago:  The award winners include journalist from print, electronic, and online media.

CPJ gala recognizes courageous journalists from developing democracies

CPJ gala recognizes courageous journalists from developing democracies

 Published 6 years ago:  All the honorees work in developing democracies that have experienced a deterioration in their respective press freedom environments

Former sports editor of Khaleej Times, Gulf News, and Dawn Rehan Siddiqui dies

Former sports editor of Khaleej Times, Gulf News, and Dawn Rehan Siddiqui dies

 Published 6 years ago:  Rehan Siddiqui, former sports editor for Khaleej Times, Gulf News, and Dawn, passed away at 76 in London. Known for his gentle nature and love for travel, Siddiqui had a distinguished career spanning UAE, Pakistan, and beyond.

Journalist Yasir Habib wins Golden Anchor Communication award

Journalist Yasir Habib wins Golden Anchor Communication award

 Published 6 years ago:  In 2017, Yasir Habib had clinched the 'Ambassador of Friendliness' award in China

The chronicles of Mamu

The chronicles of Mamu

 Published 6 years ago:  Explore the blurred lines between journalism and personal biases in the Pakistan media industry, where a controversial figure known as Mamu navigates success amid accusations of sexism and workplace politics. Delve into the complexities of media ethics and power dynamics in this insightful commentary.

PFUJ elections on November 30 in Karachi

PFUJ elections on November 30 in Karachi

 Published 6 years ago:  Around 277 delegates from 13 affiliated unions to cast their votes.

Media think-tank IIRMR hosts Chinese diplomats

Media think-tank IIRMR hosts Chinese diplomats

 Published 6 years ago:  Institute of International Relations and Media Research organizes a consultative discussion titled ‘Pakistan-China Relations: Challenges and Prospects’

KUJ-Barna and CEJ sign MoU for capacity building workshops

KUJ-Barna and CEJ sign MoU for capacity building workshops

 Published 6 years ago:  CEJ-IBA and KUJ Skills Development Committee will jointly organize training workshops for journalists.

Palestinian photographer injured by Israeli forces

Palestinian photographer injured by Israeli forces

 Published 6 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns Israeli security forces’ injuring of Palestinian photographer Moath Amarneh.

Dark echoes from the Zia era

Dark echoes from the Zia era

 Published 6 years ago:  Explore the current state of media freedom in Pakistan, where echoes of past censorship under Zia's regime are resurfacing. Journalists face increasing pressure, censorship tactics, and threats, challenging the country's media landscape and freedom of expression.

Commissioner submits report to SHC in Sardar Khan case

Commissioner submits report to SHC in Sardar Khan case

 Published 6 years ago:  Evidence in the case is completed with the journalist seeking damages of Rs1380.3 million.

Journalists divided on government's decision on Nawaz Sharif

Journalists divided on government's decision on Nawaz Sharif

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists are divided on PTI government’s conditional permission to former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to proceed abroad for treatment.

100 days of internet shutdown in Kashmir

100 days of internet shutdown in Kashmir

 Published 6 years ago:  The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) expresses grave concern over the communications shutdown and demands removal of the ban.

Reham Khan wins defamation case against Dunya TV

Reham Khan wins defamation case against Dunya TV

 Published 6 years ago:  Prime Minister Imran Khan's ex-wife earns substantial damages, payouts and an apology from the channel.

Express Tribune correspondent Mureeb Mohamand dies of heart attack

Express Tribune correspondent Mureeb Mohamand dies of heart attack

 Published 6 years ago:  He was associated with the Express Media Group for ten years.

Dharti TV journalist Muhammad Ayub passes away

Dharti TV journalist Muhammad Ayub passes away

 Published 6 years ago:  The journalist was reportedly under stress for not being paid by his employers.

Radio journalist shot and killed in the Philippines

Radio journalist shot and killed in the Philippines

 Published 6 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the killing of reporter Dindo Generoso.

79 percent Pakistanis pleased with media's performance: survey

79 percent Pakistanis pleased with media's performance: survey

 Published 6 years ago:  The survey was carried out among a sample of 1,200 men and women in urban and rural areas of all four provinces of Pakistan.

Aaliya Shah joins Deutsche Welle

Aaliya Shah joins Deutsche Welle

 Published 6 years ago:  Television anchor Aaliya Shah moves to Germany to start a new job at the state-owned international broadcaster Deutsche Welle (DW).

It's like there's no tomorrow

It's like there's no tomorrow

 Published 6 years ago:  Amidst heightened security due to the JUI-F sit-in, Islamabad faced uncertainty exacerbated by irresponsible media coverage and chaotic social media posts. Professionalism is compromised as political opinions dominate, leaving viewers and readers to decipher the tumultuous situation on their own.