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.

BBC program Sairbeen to fall silent after five decades

BBC program Sairbeen to fall silent after five decades

 Published 6 years ago:  BBC's Sairbeen, a cornerstone of independent journalism in Pakistan, will conclude after fifty years, evoking fond memories and mixed reactions.

Meet Pakistan's top Tik Tok stars

Meet Pakistan's top Tik Tok stars

 Published 6 years ago:  Meet Pakistan's top Tik Tok stars who are bridging class gaps and showcasing their talent with millions of followers on the platform.

UNESCO boss condemns murder of journalist Urooj Iqbal

UNESCO boss condemns murder of journalist Urooj Iqbal

 Published 6 years ago:  UNESCO's Director-General calls for an investigation into the murder of journalist Urooj Iqbal in Lahore, highlighting threats against women journalists.

Maguindanao massacre planners finally convicted

Maguindanao massacre planners finally convicted

 Published 6 years ago:  The Philippine court has convicted the masterminds and accomplices of the 2009 Maguindanao massacre, bringing long-awaited accountability to the case.

Facebook, YouTube primary sources of news for 40 percent Pakistanis: survey

Facebook, YouTube primary sources of news for 40 percent Pakistanis: survey

 Published 6 years ago:  A recent survey reveals that Facebook and YouTube are the primary news sources for 40% of Pakistanis, highlighting changing media consumption trends.

Swat Press Club office-bearers elected unopposed

Swat Press Club office-bearers elected unopposed

 Published 6 years ago:  The Swat Press Club has elected its office-bearers unopposed for 2020, with Shahzad Alam serving as president for the fifth consecutive year.

No Dawn distribution in DHA Lahore

No Dawn distribution in DHA Lahore

 Published 6 years ago:  A reader reports a lack of Dawn newspaper delivery in DHA Lahore, suggesting interference by agencies in the distribution.

Journalists attacked by police, disrupted by protesters in India

Journalists attacked by police, disrupted by protesters in India

 Published 6 years ago:  Indian police have attacked journalists during protests against a controversial citizenship law, highlighting concerns over press freedom in the country.

Killing of most journalists outcome of personal hostilities, NA told

Killing of most journalists outcome of personal hostilities, NA told

 Published 6 years ago:  The PTI government claims most journalist killings in Pakistan stem from personal disputes, not systemic issues. What reforms are being implemented?

Fee collected with electricity bill 68 percent of PTV earning

Fee collected with electricity bill 68 percent of PTV earning

 Published 6 years ago:  PTV's earnings reveal that 68% comes from fees collected with electricity bills, totaling Rs7.9 billion of their Rs11.5 billion income.

One in five Pakistanis reads a newspaper: survey

One in five Pakistanis reads a newspaper: survey

 Published 6 years ago:  A survey reveals that only 19% of Pakistanis read newspapers, marking a 5% decrease in readership over the last decade due to social media growth.

Journalist claims intelligence inspector visited his home

Journalist claims intelligence inspector visited his home

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalist Ahmad Noorani reported an intelligence inspector visited his home without prior notice, viewing it as an act of harassment.

Likely curbs on coverage of convicts, a ploy to gag media: Dawn

Likely curbs on coverage of convicts, a ploy to gag media: Dawn

 Published 6 years ago:  Dawn opposes the government's curbs on media coverage of convicts, labeling it a tactic to suppress press freedom and target political opposition.

Police attack journalist during South Asian Games protests

Police attack journalist during South Asian Games protests

 Published 6 years ago:  A journalist was attacked by police during protests at the South Asian Games, prompting condemnation and calls for investigation from media organizations.

Former managing director of APP Masood Malik passes away

Former managing director of APP Masood Malik passes away

 Published 6 years ago:  Former APP managing director Masood Malik passes away after a long illness, leaving a legacy of journalism spanning over three decades.

At least 250 journalists jailed worldwide for a fourth straight year

At least 250 journalists jailed worldwide for a fourth straight year

 Published 6 years ago:  The number of journalists jailed worldwide exceeded 250 for the fourth consecutive year, led by China and Turkey as the top jailers.

BBC says some Pakistani journalists using its marks illegally

BBC says some Pakistani journalists using its marks illegally

 Published 6 years ago:  BBC warns against misuse of its marks by unauthorized journalists in Pakistan and initiates legal action to safeguard its trademarks.

Media bodies, HRCP discuss gagging of press, pressure tactics

Media bodies, HRCP discuss gagging of press, pressure tactics

 Published 6 years ago:  Media organizations and HRCP convene in Islamabad to discuss growing press freedom violations and government pressure tactics against journalists.

Dawn editor responds to Gen. Ghafoor's tweet

Dawn editor responds to Gen. Ghafoor's tweet

 Published 6 years ago:  Dawn editor Zaffar Abbas addresses Gen. Ghafoor's tweet, clarifying confusion over joint border patrols with Iran and committing to a correction.

DG ISPR terms Dawn story on joint border patrol as 'factually incorrect'

DG ISPR terms Dawn story on joint border patrol as 'factually incorrect'

 Published 6 years ago:  DG ISPR Major General Asif Ghafoor refutes Dawn's report on joint Pak-Iran border patrol as factually incorrect, emphasizing separate operations.

Dawn comments editorially on besieging of its office

Dawn comments editorially on besieging of its office

 Published 6 years ago:  Dawn condemns the second besieging of its office, urging Prime Minister Imran Khan to affirm his commitment to press freedom in Pakistan.

Mazhar Barlas and Ali Raza Alvi join GTV

Mazhar Barlas and Ali Raza Alvi join GTV

 Published 6 years ago:  Mazhar Barlas and Ali Raza Alvi leave Such News to host the new primetime show Red Zone on GTV, highlighting their extensive journalism careers.

Dawn office besieged again

Dawn office besieged again

 Published 6 years ago:  A protest outside the Dawn office in Islamabad intensifies as crowds block entry, prompting calls for police intervention and government action.

Journalist injured in deadly military convoy blast in Afghanistan

Journalist injured in deadly military convoy blast in Afghanistan

 Published 6 years ago:  A roadside bomb in Afghanistan injured a journalist as Taliban attacks escalated, prompting calls for better journalist safety measures.

IPI executive board condemns death threats to Dawn editor and CEO

IPI executive board condemns death threats to Dawn editor and CEO

 Published 6 years ago:  The IPI condemns death threats against Dawn editor Zaffar Abbas and CEO Hamid Haroon, highlighting threats to press freedom in Pakistan.

Journalists rally to condemn attack on Dawn

Journalists rally to condemn attack on Dawn

 Published 6 years ago:  Journalists and rights activists rally in Islamabad to support Dawn after threats from Islamists demanding the editor's execution for their reporting.

And that is a good story

And that is a good story

 Published 6 years ago:  Waseem Abbasi's compelling investigation into misuse of authority by a powerful politician highlights the importance of real journalism.

CPJ calls for probe into death threats against Dawn staffers

CPJ calls for probe into death threats against Dawn staffers

 Published 6 years ago:  The CPJ calls on Pakistan to investigate death threats against Dawn staff after protests turned violent against the newspaper's reporting.