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.
Read it your way: How Journalism Pakistan's AI feature works
Published 6 days ago: Journalism Pakistan's AI helps readers understand stories in different ways, including summaries, key points, simple explanations, and Urdu versions, while ensuring that original reporting remains intact.
Kuwait court acquits journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin
Published last week: A Kuwaiti court has acquitted U.S.-Kuwaiti journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin of all charges, his international counsel said; he is expected to be released imminently.
Lebanese reporter killed in Israeli strikes
Published last week: A Lebanese reporter was killed covering Israeli airstrikes near the Lebanon-Israel border, highlighting rising dangers for media in frontline areas.
JournalismPakistan introduces a new era of news: understand stories your way
Published last week: JournalismPakistan launches an AI-powered system that lets readers understand the news the way they want, offering summaries, Urdu versions, and contextual insights for a more personalized reading experience.
Why social media is a battleground for Pakistani journalists
Published last week: Pakistani journalists' social media presence has moved professional disputes into public view, amplifying conflicts and blurring lines between reporting and branding.
Local news decline worsens global trust crisis
Published last week: The decline of local news is eroding civic engagement and public accountability by reducing local information and curbing coverage of municipal affairs.
French print crisis deepens with 1,000 layoffs
Published last week: France's print media faces a deepening financial crisis with nearly 1,000 layoffs since late 2025, triggering newsroom consolidations and reduced local reporting.
Strait of Hormuz tensions disrupt energy reporting
Published last week: Security tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are forcing global newsrooms to change reporting practices and rely on remote verification to cover energy markets and shipping.
Lawsuit against The Atlantic fuels press freedom concerns
Published last week: Kash Patel's defamation suit against The Atlantic has intensified scrutiny of legal pressures on journalists and raised concerns about press freedom.
Meera walkout puts focus on Irshad Bhatti's interview ethics
Published last week: Irshad Bhatti's podcast interview with actor Meera drew criticism after he pressed personal topics and Meera walked out, sparking debate over media accountability.
One article, no newsroom: Viral piece sparks debate on Pakistan media
Published last week: Dan Qayyum's viral article drew one million views in days, igniting debate about independent creators' reach and what it means for Pakistan's newsrooms.
From regulation to resignations: Pakistan's media fault lines
Published last week: Pakistan's media faced regulatory scrutiny, leadership changes and digital consolidation, highlighting industry stress and rising international recognition.
Asia press freedom: A week of pressure and progress
Published last week: Across Asia, journalists faced growing legal pressure, expanded surveillance and attacks on media outlets, even as a key appointment boosted gender diversity.
Five reasons slow news days strengthen journalism
Published last week: Slow news days give journalists time to verify facts, pursue in-depth reporting, and reduce errors, strengthening overall newsroom accuracy and long-form storytelling.
Press freedom review: Detentions, digital control, and industry upheaval
Published last week: This press freedom review details arrests, legal actions, digital surveillance, and economic pressures constraining journalists and media institutions across multiple regions.
Chilling effect in media: The unseen pressure behind newsroom decisions
Published last week: Journalists report a chilling effect: fear of lawsuits, online harassment or reprisals that leads to self-censorship and alters newsroom editorial choices.
South Asia sees 250 media rights violations in a year
Published last week: SAJF reports more than 250 media rights violations across South Asia, citing killings, arrests, censorship and digital restrictions that curb journalism.
Media coverage of violence against women falls sharply globally
Published last week: Global online news coverage of violence against women and girls fell to about 1.3% in 2025, its lowest since 2017, raising concerns about diminished visibility.
Attack on Assamese newspaper deepens press safety concerns
Published last week: An attack on Asomiya Pratidin's office in Assam has heightened concerns about journalist safety and calls for a transparent investigation and accountability.
London arrests over Iran International attack
Published last week: Three men were arrested in London after an arson attack near Iran International's studios, heightening concern for the safety of exiled Iranian journalists.
The JournalismPakistan Global Media Brief | Edition 16 | April 17, 2026
Published last week: Edition 16 of the JP Global Media Brief outlines newsroom instability, regulatory friction, platform governance, and leadership shifts in journalism worldwide.
Jahanzaib Haque takes helm as Nukta chief editor
Published last week: Jahanzaib Haque has been named chief editor of Nukta after ARY Digital Network took a majority stake in March 2026; he pledges hands-on editorial leadership and a focus on team-driven growth.
Khaleej Times at 48: A legacy newspaper navigating the digital age
Published last week: Khaleej Times, launched in 1978 as the UAE's first English daily, marks 48 years while transitioning from print to a digital-first model to reach readers.
Khawaja Asif flags poor infrastructure in TV channels
Published last week: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned of poor TV studio infrastructure, delayed staff salaries at legacy channels and questioned PEMRA public service airtime use.
The boy with no reference: Iqrar ul Hassan's long goodbye to ARY News
Published 2 weeks ago: After 21 years at ARY News, investigative host Iqrar ul Hassan resigned to join the Awam Raaj Movement, reflecting on a career that began from humble beginnings.
Sidra Iqbal rejoins Aaj News after reported salary row
Published 2 weeks ago: Sidra Iqbal has returned to Aaj News, resuming her program slot after a brief exit reportedly linked to a salary dispute between the presenter and management.
Attack on Jameel Farooqui sparks press safety fears
Published 2 weeks ago: Unverified reports say anchor Jameel Farooqui was seriously injured in a targeted shooting in Islamabad, raising concerns about journalist safety in Pakistan.
BBC plans layoffs as income gap widens
Published 2 weeks ago: The BBC plans to cut 1,800-2,000 jobs to save £500m amid rising production costs and licence-fee pressure, a move that may affect services and journalistic capacity.

