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.
Dawn journalist upset over a pay cut and dropped byline
Published 7 years ago: Senior journalist Khaleeq Kiani expresses frustration over salary cuts and a dropped byline at Dawn in light of financial challenges faced by the media group.
Journalist Asad Hashim receives AFP's Kate Webb Prize
Published 7 years ago: Freelance journalist Asad Hashim awarded the 2018 Kate Webb Prize for his brave reporting on ethnic Pashtuns and blasphemy issues in Pakistan.
Arrests made over trolling of Indian journalist Barkha Dutt
Published 7 years ago: Indian police arrest four individuals for stalking and trolling journalist Barkha Dutt amid calls for stronger protections for journalists.
RIUJ protests attack on Geo News cameraperson Shiraz Gardezi
Published 7 years ago: The Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists protests the attack on Geo News cameraperson Shiraz Gardezi and demands accountability from PPP.
DBTV and DW sign MoU
Published 7 years ago: DBTV and DW sign an MoU in Islamabad to enhance news media collaboration and improve user experience through innovative digital platforms.
Accusing Pakistanis of supporting Indian narrative must end: columnist
Published 7 years ago: Mosharraf Zaidi urges an end to accusations against Pakistanis of promoting the Indian narrative after a public disagreement with a retired general.
Former news editor of Dawn Jamil Akhtar passes away
Published 7 years ago: Jamil Akhtar, former news editor of Dawn and a veteran journalist, passed away at 79, leaving a legacy in journalism over nearly five decades.
M. Ziauddin reveals he declined civil award six years ago
Published 7 years ago: M. Ziauddin declined a civil award on Pakistan Day six years ago, revealing it was for a much higher honor than the Pride of Performance.
Journalist survives a gun attack in Mexico
Published 7 years ago: Journalist Hiram Moreno survives a gun attack in Oaxaca, prompting calls for immediate investigation and better protection for journalists.
CFWIJ calls for action against trolls targeting Gharidah
Published 7 years ago: The CFWIJ demands action against online trolls targeting journalist Gharidah Farooqi amid alarming harassment and threats to her safety.
KhUJ calls for stoppage of adverts to media houses that cut jobs
Published 7 years ago: The Khyber Union of Journalists demands an end to ads for media houses that have laid off staff, urging government support for journalists.
Malick's new program on Hum News airs this week
Published 7 years ago: Muhammad Malick's new program 'Breaking Point with Malick' debuts on Hum News from March 22, airing daily from Friday through Sunday at 8:03 pm.
Afghan journalist killed on his way to work
Published 7 years ago: Afghan journalist Sultan Mohammad Khairkhah was shot dead while driving to work in Khost, raising concerns over journalist safety in the country.
Pakistan News Media Organization formed
Published 7 years ago: A new Pakistan News Media Organization was formed in Lahore to unite media professionals from various sectors for collective representation.
News organizations to highlight most threatened journalists
Published 7 years ago: A coalition of global news organizations highlights the world's most threatened journalists, launching a new freedom of speech initiative.
Exchanges between journalists continue on Twitter
Published 7 years ago: Journalists in Pakistan engage in heated Twitter exchanges over political disagreements and press conference timings, revealing deep divides.
Journalists in Nigeria detained, harassed, and assaulted
Published 7 years ago: Nigerian authorities must investigate the detention and assault of journalists during the recent gubernatorial elections, ensuring press freedom.
FO regrets India decision to refuse visas to Pakistani journalists
Published 7 years ago: The Foreign Office expresses disappointment over India's refusal to issue visas to Pakistani journalists for the Kartarpur Corridor meeting.
CPNE and UNDP organize seminar on climate change
Published 7 years ago: CPNE and UNDP held a seminar in Lahore to address climate change, its impacts, and necessary measures for Pakistan's adaptation and mitigation.
CEJ-PCP hold workshop on philanthropy reporting
Published 7 years ago: CEJ and PCP hosted a workshop aimed at enhancing philanthropy reporting among journalists in Karachi, fostering positive civic engagement.
Nobel Peace Prize winner slams Indian media
Published 7 years ago: Nobel Peace Prize winner Kailash Satyarthi criticizes Indian media for promoting war during tensions with Pakistan, urging for de-escalation.
Ex-PEMRA chairman Absar Alam terms Nawaz Sharif a good boss
Published 7 years ago: Absar Alam reflects positively on his tenure with Nawaz Sharif, calling him a good boss who valued his team and offered operational freedom.
Imtiaz Alam plays down the importance of civil awards
Published 7 years ago: Imtiaz Alam questions the significance of civil awards in Pakistan, reflecting on awards' selective nature amidst a backdrop of journalist protests.
Greetings pour in for Arshad Sharif
Published 7 years ago: Arshad Sharif receives widespread acclaim for his nomination for the President's Award for Pride of Performance in journalism.
Robo-journalism gains traction in shifting media landscape
Published 7 years ago: Robo-journalism, utilizing AI bots like Tobi and Heliograf, is revolutionizing newsrooms by increasing speed and accuracy in reporting.
Arshad Sharif and Ishrat Fatima to get civil awards
Published 7 years ago: Arshad Sharif and Ishrat Fatima are set to receive civil awards on March 23 for their contributions to journalism and media in Pakistan.
Public News journalist Owais Tohid gets trolled on Twitter
Published 7 years ago: Owais Tohid faces backlash on Twitter after calling out Indian cricket players for war hysteria linked to military support during a recent match.
Time for more women to lead media and unions, says IFJ
Published 7 years ago: The IFJ urges media and unions to improve women's representation in leadership roles to achieve gender equality in journalism and beyond.

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