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.
Veteran journalist Anwar Raza joins Public News as host of Public Pulse
Published 3 months ago: Veteran journalist Anwar Raza, ex-NPC president, who brings 25 years of experience, joins Public News as host of Public Pulse with Saad Rasul and Amna Sheikh.
Jahangir Khan's rise from tragedy to squash immortality
Published 3 months ago: Discover Jahangir Khan's incredible journey from a frail child to the greatest squash player ever, winning 555 consecutive matches and conquering the world.
BBC Urdu alerts audiences in Pakistan about unauthorized fake channel
Published 3 months ago: The BBC has disowned “BBC Urdu News Punjab TV,” warning it is unaffiliated. Audiences in Pakistan are urged to verify news only on official BBC platforms.
Khawar Ghumman rebukes Rizwan Razi over mockery of flood tragedy
Published 3 months ago: Senior journalist Khawar Ghumman rebukes Rizwan Razi for mocking his flood-related tweet, highlighting personal losses in Sialkot’s Majra Kalan village.
Sohail Warraich denies AI-generated video targeting Field Marshal Asim Munir
Published 3 months ago: Sohail Warraich has denied a viral AI-generated video targeting Field Marshal Asim Munir as “fake and fabricated,” sparking debate on fake news in Pakistan.
Russian strikes on Ukraine damage three media outlets
Published 3 months ago: Russian strikes on Ukraine damaged media offices in Kyiv and Dnipro, killing 18 people. Journalists escaped injury as CPJ condemned attacks on press freedom.
PNP launches Letter of Excellence Awards to honor journalism interns
Published 4 months ago: Press Network of Pakistan launches the PNP Letter of Excellence Awards to honor interns for impactful Letters to the Editor in national newspapers.
The tragic story of Wasim Raja: Cricket's charismatic genius who died playing the game he loved
Published 4 months ago: Discover the legendary Wasim Raja, Pakistan's elegant rebel who conquered West Indies fast bowlers and lived cricket as poetry in motion. A true icon.
US envoy Tom Barrack sparks outrage after telling Lebanese journalists to 'act civilized'
Published 4 months ago: US envoy Tom Barrack faced backlash in Lebanon after telling journalists to “act civilised” during a press conference. Lebanese media unions demand a public apology, calling the remarks insulting and unacceptable.
Chishty Mujahid: The voice that defined Pakistan cricket commentary for generations
Published 4 months ago: Discover the legendary Chishty Mujahid, Pakistan's greatest cricket commentator, whose voice defined generations. From Radio Pakistan to international fame.
Key takeaways from the Sohail Warraich controversy and its fallout for Pakistani media
Published 4 months ago: Explore the key takeaways from the Sohail Warraich controversy, ISPR’s denial, his apology, and what it reveals about press freedom, credibility, and the future of journalism in Pakistan.
JournalismAI Festival 2025 to be held in-person in London this November
Published 4 months ago: Join global media leaders at JournalismAI Festival 2025 in London this November. Explore how AI is transforming newsrooms, reporting, and audience engagement.
Belarus journalist Aleh Supruniuk jailed three years for 'extremism'
Published 4 months ago: Belarus journalist Aleh Supruniuk, 57, sentenced to three years in prison for “participating in an extremist group.” Press freedom concerns rise in Brest.
Islamabad High Court reserves judgment on petitions in Arshad Sharif murder case
Published 4 months ago: Islamabad High Court reserves judgment on petitions by Hamid Mir and Javeria Siddique seeking a judicial commission into slain journalist Arshad Sharif’s murder.
Reuters, AP demand answers after Israel strike kills Gaza journalists
Published 4 months ago: Reuters and AP demand accountability after Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza’s Nasser Hospital on Aug. 25, 2025, killing five journalists and wounding others.
Bangladesh journalist Bibhuranjan Sarkar found dead after threats
Published 4 months ago: Bangladesh journalist Bibhuranjan Sarkar was found dead in the Meghna River after alleged threats. His death sparks outrage and demands for an independent probe.
Israeli strike on Gaza hospital kills five journalists, medics, civilians
Published 4 months ago: Israel’s strike on Gaza’s Nasser Hospital killed at least 20, including five journalists, Reuters reported. The IDF pledged an inquiry into the deadly attack.
Why Imtiaz Sipra remains Pakistan's most influential sports journalist 20 years later
Published 4 months ago: Discover the extraordinary life of Imtiaz Sipra, Pakistan's legendary writer who revolutionized sports journalism with his poetic, literary style.
RIUJ slams Abb Takk News over forced layoffs and unpaid salaries
Published 4 months ago: RIUJ condemns Abb Takk News for forced layoffs and unpaid salaries, accusing the channel of violating labor laws and minimum wage rules in Pakistan.
Sohail Warraich apologizes to politicians, journalists, and establishment in ‘I have no personal ego'
Published 4 months ago: In his column, 'I have no personal ego,' Sohail Warraich apologizes to politicians, journalists, and the establishment, reflecting on humility amid media controversy.
Richie Benaud: Cricket's greatest all-rounder, captain and voice who defined the game
Published 4 months ago: Discover Richie Benaud's legendary cricket career as Australia's greatest all-rounder, captain, and voice-248 Test wickets, unbeaten series record, and iconic commentary legacy.
Sohail Warraich’s column reappears on Jang website after removal sparks controversy
Published 4 months ago: Sohail Warraich’s column has reappeared on Jang’s website after its removal sparked controversy, reigniting debate over press freedom and censorship in Pakistan.
Vanishing online: The shocking removal of Sohail Warraich’s Jang column
Published 4 months ago: Jang removed Sohail Warraich’s column online, in which he responded to criticism and defended his reporting amid a ‘fake news’ row. However, the column remains available in print.
Rana Sanaullah says Sohail Warraich columns escalated situation, calls for closure
Published 4 months ago: Rana Sanaullah says Sohail Warraich’s columns escalated tensions, urges closure after DG ISPR statement. Highlights social media’s role in political controversies.
Judge orders release of journalist Khalid Jameel, calls tweets historical facts not defamation
Published 4 months ago: Judge Murid Abbas frees journalist Khalid Jameel, ruling his tweets on wars and Kargil as historical facts, not defamation. A win for press freedom in Pakistan.
How one man saved Pakistan's early cricket history: The Qamaruddin Butt story
Published 4 months ago: Discover Qamaruddin Butt, Pakistan's forgotten cricket writer who preserved early cricket history through 10 rare books (1954-1971). A literary legacy worth remembering.
'His only agenda is democracy': Farooq Faisal Khan defends Khalid Jamil after arrest
Published 4 months ago: Veteran journalist Farooq Faisal Khan defends Khalid Jamil following his arrest in Islamabad, saying his only agenda is democracy and constitutional supremacy.
CPJ urges Maldives president to reject ‘regressive’ media bill
Published 4 months ago: CPJ calls on Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu to reject a new bill that threatens press freedom, warning it could dismantle independent journalism and democracy.

