The story of media in Pakistan is one of paradox—unprecedented growth alongside shrinking freedoms, rising voices amid deepening silences. As President of the Digital Media Alliance of Pakistan, I have worked closely with journalists, regulators, tech platforms, and civil society actors across the country. From newsrooms in Islamabad to regional radio stations in interior Sindh,...
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May 23, 2025May 23, 2025MULTIMEDIA, Pakistan
A Seminar on Youth engagement in Digital Resilience for a Harmonious Pakistan”
“Our youth from NMDs need resources, recognition, and representation,” stated said Dr. Qibla Ayaz was appointed as ad-hoc member of Supreme Court’s Shariat Appellate Bench, opening the seminar. He emphasized that “the PKR 100 billion promised must be delivered transparently, and youth must be empowered to lead with unity, pluralism, and peace. The government must...
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May 19, 2025May 19, 2025MULTIMEDIA, Pakistan
Absence of a functional data protection law in the digital age increase vulnerability to surveillance and data breaches
Islamabad: “Despite the constitutional guarantee of privacy, the absence of a functional data protection law has left users vulnerable to surveillance and data breaches.” This was agreed by the participants of a quarterly meeting of the Forum for Digital Rights and Democracy (FDRD) in Islamabad last week. The meeting was organised by the Institute for...
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April 30, 2025April 30, 2025MULTIMEDIA, Pakistan
Freedom Network Pakistan Freedom of Expression and Media Report 2025
ISLAMABAD, 30 April 2025: Pakistani media is standing at a crossroad amid an existential threat and increased restrictive environment, deteriorating safety and job security, significant challenges to professional integrity of media and its practitioners, according to Freedom Network’s annual Freedom of Expression and Media Freedom Report 2025. Titled “Free speech and public interest journalism under...
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April 29, 2025April 29, 2025MULTIMEDIA, Pakistan
Indian Government’s Ban on Pakistani Digital Media Outlets is Deeply Concerning: DigiMAP
The Digital Media Alliance of Pakistan (DigiMAP) strongly condemns the Indian government’s move to restrict access to Pakistani YouTube channels, social media platforms, and independent digital media outlets. Among those affected is Naya Daur TV, along with several others that have recently promoted balanced, research-based, and peace-driven narratives. These platforms have resisted parroting state-sponsored views...
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February 2, 2024February 2, 2024MULTIMEDIA, Pakistan
Media Matters for Democracy launches ‘Facter’, a collaborative digital tool for newsrooms to counter misinformation
Media Matters for Democracy (MMfD), a leading media development organisation in Pakistan focusing on Media and Information Literacy, digital rights, and media sustainability, has launched ‘Facter,’ a collaborative fact-checking tool for newsrooms, in Islamabad on 2nd February 2024. Designed to counter misinformation, Facter leverages technology to aggregate verified content from various news sources and...
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January 23, 2024January 23, 2024MULTIMEDIA, Pakistan
6-Point Agenda on Media Freedom And Journalist Safety For Political Parties’ Electoral Manifestos
LAHORE: NWJDR released its 6-Point Agenda on Media Freedom And Journalist Safety For Political Parties’ Electoral Manifestos. Journalists from all over Pakistan have signed this agenda showing their assent. As Pakistan navigates its path towards democratic progression, it’s imperative for political parties to embed a comprehensive digital rights agenda for journalists and media personnel in...
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January 16, 2024January 16, 2024MULTIMEDIA, society
Karachi: YouTube channel owner and reporter sentenced to 5 years in prison for blackmailing
In Karachi’s anti-terrorism court, the owner of the YouTube channel and the reporter were found guilty of blackmailing the owner of the clinic and receiving money. The accused were sentenced to 5.5 years imprisonment and a fine of 10.10 thousand rupees. The Anti-Terrorism Court pronounced the case against the reporter and the owner of...
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August 3, 2023August 3, 2023MULTIMEDIA
Powerful Voices Unite Against Unplanned Privatization: FES Pakistan Hosts Landmark Public Hearing on Workers’ Rights and Human Welfare in Pakistan, in collaboration with PSI and SHRC.
Karachi, Pakistan – Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Pakistan (FES Pakistan), in collaboration with Public Service International (PSI) and Sindh Human Rights Commission (SHRC), successfully organized a “Public Hearing on Privatization and Public Debt in Pakistan” today. The event aimed to address the pressing issues related to privatization policies and public debt and their impact on workers’...
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August 2, 2023August 2, 2023MULTIMEDIA
Prevention Of Radicalization In Society Can Be Accomplished By Creating Work Opportunities: Speakers
Islamabad: Radicalization in society can be averted by providing employment opportunities for people, especially marginalized communities. These views were expressed by the speakers at a seminar held at Rawalpindi Press Club on Monday. Former Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) Mohammad Azam said the government must build a strong socio-economic contract between the citizens and the state...