Newsroom
Welcome to our Newsroom, your one-stop destination for the latest stories meticulously curated and refined by our skilled sub-editors. This dynamic section features a diverse mix of news articles spanning some of our main categories, including Pakistan, World, Asia, Opportunities, and Women in Media. Stay updated with the most current and compelling stories, all in one place, as we bring you comprehensive coverage of the events and issues shaping the media world.
Punjab Stands With Razi Dada: Social media campaigns back controversial vlogger
Published 3 months ago: Social media rallies behind Rizwan Razi after apology rejected for controversial remarks, sparking debate on free speech, accountability, and media ethics in Pakistan.
The future of investigative reporting in a clickbait culture
Published 3 months ago: Can investigative journalism survive clickbait culture? Explore the challenges, solutions, and future of reporting in the digital era.
Trump files $15bn defamation lawsuit against New York Times over election reporting
Published 3 months ago: Donald Trump has filed a $15bn defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, accusing it of election interference. The NYT vows to fight the case.
PTV World renamed Pakistan TV in major media relaunch
Published 3 months ago: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launches Pakistan TV, formerly PTV World, reviving the state-run English channel to project Pakistan’s voice to global audiences.
Pakistan cricket's hidden hero: How Abid Ali Kazi preserved a nation's sporting soul
Published 3 months ago: Abid Ali Kazi's remarkable journey preserving Pakistan's lost cricket history through five volumes, earning global recognition as cricket's greatest statistician.
Rizwan Razi’s YouTube ban: What it means for press freedom and Pakistani journalists online
Published 3 months ago: Ban on Rizwan Razi’s YouTube channel sparks debate: Hate speech vs. press freedom. What it means for Pakistani media, digital journalism, and YouTubers.
Global unions denounce military junta elections in Myanmar
Published 3 months ago: Global unions condemn Myanmar’s sham elections scheduled for December, calling them a mockery of democracy. With journalists jailed and repression ongoing, they urge global rejection.
Syed Muhammad Sufi passes away: A lifetime dedicated to sports journalism
Published 3 months ago: Veteran sports journalist Syed Muhammad Sufi has passed away at 80 in Karachi, leaving a 60-year legacy in Pakistani sports journalism. Tributes pour in from PCB, players, and colleagues.
Senate committee orders PTA to block Rizwan Razi’s YouTube channel over hate speech
Published 3 months ago: Pakistan's Senate Standing Committee orders PTA to block vlogger Rizwan Razi’s YouTube channel after hate speech against Sindhis sparked outrage—full details on the decision.
The rise of mobile-first journalism: What newsrooms must prioritize
Published 3 months ago: Mobile-first journalism is redefining news. Discover key priorities, challenges, and skills newsrooms must embrace to engage mobile audiences.
The future of journalism in South Asia: What young reporters need to know
Published 3 months ago: Discover the future of journalism in South Asia. Essential skills, challenges, and opportunities every young reporter needs to succeed.
Why Shahbaz Rana’s reporting on FBR officials landed him in court
Published 3 months ago: Journalist Shahbaz Rana faces civil and criminal cases over his FBR corruption report tied to PM Shehbaz Sharif’s inquiry, raising press freedom concerns.
Why Shahid Hashmi is cricket journalism's gold standard for professional excellence
Published 3 months ago: The inspiring journey of Shahid Akhtar Hashmi, the self-made cricket journalist who built his career on truth and integrity, covered eight World Cups for AFP, and broke major stories.
From airline pilot to cricket historian: The extraordinary life of Gul Hameed Bhatti
Published 3 months ago: Discover the extraordinary life of Gul Hameed Bhatti, Pakistan's legendary cricket statistician and sports journalist, who preserved cricket history for generations.
Journalist Shahbaz Rana indicted despite factual report, unions say
Published 3 months ago: Journalist unions in Islamabad protest the trial of senior reporter Shahbaz Rana, calling it biased and a threat to press freedom in Pakistan.
Samina Pasha says bank account frozen after Cyber Crime Agency complaint
Published 3 months ago: Pakistani journalist Samina Pasha says her bank account was frozen by NCCIA, calling it part of efforts to silence critical media voices.
Rizwan Ehsan Ali: How a Pakistan cricket journalist rose from page maker to Associated Press
Published 3 months ago: Discover the remarkable 30-year journey of Rizwan Ehsan Ali from pagemaker to respected Pakistan cricket correspondent for Associated Press in this inspiring sports journalism story.
'Tout' remark sparks heated clash between Athar Kazmi and Minister Azhar Kiani
Published 3 months ago: Journalist Athar Kazmi and Minister Azhar Kiani clashed on Faisla Aap Ka over PTI bias claims, sparking debate on press freedom and election legitimacy in Pakistan.
CPJ to honor tenacious journalists with 2025 International Press Freedom Awards
Published 3 months ago: CPJ is to honor journalists from China, Ecuador, Kyrgyzstan, and Tunisia at its 2025 Press Freedom Awards, spotlighting courage amid rising global repression.
Graphic videos go viral, but at what cost to victims’ families and mental health?
Published 3 months ago: Graphic videos on social media cause trauma for victims’ families and viewers. Learn why sharing violent footage online is harmful and why ethics must come first.
CPJ welcomes release of eight Belarusian journalists amid sanctions shift
Published 3 months ago: CPJ hails the release of eight Belarusian journalists as the U.S. lifts airline sanctions, urging Belarus to free all reporters jailed for their work.
Islamabad court overturns order to block 27 YouTube channels
Published 3 months ago: Islamabad Sessions Court overturns Judicial Magistrate Abbas Shah’s order blocking 27 YouTube channels, restoring access for journalists, including Matiullah Jan and Asad Toor.
RSF detains Sudanese journalist Al-Rasheed Jarad in South Darfur
Published 3 months ago: Sudanese journalist Al-Rasheed Jarad has been detained by RSF since August in South Darfur’s Daqris prison, Darfur24 reports. His family denied visits.
Abdul Rasheed Shakoor: The acclaimed BBC Urdu sports journalist who transformed cricket writing in Pakistan
Published 3 months ago: Discover Abdul Rasheed Shakoor's legendary 30-year BBC Urdu career, from humble Karachi beginnings to becoming Pakistan's most respected cricket journalist.
JamiiForums shut down for 90 days in Tanzania ahead of elections
Published 3 months ago: Tanzania suspends JamiiForums for 90 days over alleged violations. CPJ urges authorities to restore the platform and protect press freedom before elections.
From print to digital: How Imran Naeem Ahmad revolutionized Pakistani journalism with JournalismPakistan.com
Published 3 months ago: Discover Imran Naeem Ahmad's remarkable 40-year journey in Pakistani journalism: from The Muslim to The News International, to co-founding JournalismPakistan.com, mentoring generations across several beats.
CJP urges the Trump administration to drop proposed changes to journalist visas
Published 3 months ago: CPJ urges the Trump administration to drop proposed cuts to foreign journalist visas, warning it risks press freedom and restricts vital international reporting.
Jang without editorials is proof Pakistan’s print media has lost its spine
Published 3 months ago: Jang’s missing editorials expose Pakistan’s print media crisis—proof that newspapers have lost independence, courage, and credibility.
