• July 9, 2024
• Broadcasting

On July 8, the Islamabad High Court (IHC), led by Chief Justice Amir Farooq, issued notices to the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA), the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), and three journalists, including Gharida Farooqi, Ammar Solangi, and Hassan Ayub, in response to a social media campaign against Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri. The seven-member bench, […]

• July 9, 2024
• Broadcasting

Pakistan is set to launch Kisan TV, a dedicated television channel aimed at promoting climate-resilient agricultural practices, as announced by Romina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, on July 7. Alam emphasized that Kisan TV will play a pivotal role in educating farmers about sustainable farming techniques, enhancing their ability to cope with changing […]

• July 4, 2024
• Broadcasting

On July 3, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) reserved its verdict on a plea filed by the Islamabad High Court Journalists Association (IHCJA), Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ), and Press Association of Supreme Court (PAS) against a notification issued by the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) restricting reporting of court proceedings. The journalists argued that the notification […]

• June 20, 2024
• Broadcasting, General News

On June 13, the Council of Complaints for the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) directed the LTN Family to clear outstanding dues owed to journalists within 30 days, while other media houses facing similar complaints have been asked to present their stance in the next meeting. The Council issued the directive during its 89th […]

• June 12, 2024
• Broadcasting

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on June 11 ruled that electronic media can report court proceedings, following the guidelines set by the Supreme Court. IHC Chief Justice Amir Farooq Malik presided over the hearing of petitions filed by the Islamabad High Court Journalists Association, the Press Association of Supreme Court, and the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists […]

• June 8, 2024
• Broadcasting

On June 6, the Sindh High Court (SHC) extended its interim order, restraining the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) from taking any coercive action against reporters from private television channels who cover court proceedings.  The case arose from Pemra’s directives instructing television news channels to avoid airing tickers and headlines related to court proceedings.  The Pakistan […]

• June 7, 2024
• Broadcasting

On June 5, the Supreme Court of Pakistan issued show cause notices to 34 television channels, directing them to explain why they should not face contempt proceedings for broadcasting remarks from lawmakers critical of the judiciary.  The controversy stems from separate press conferences by Senator Faisal Vawda and Member of National Assembly Mustafa Kamal at […]

• June 1, 2024
• Broadcasting

On May 29, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) barred telecom companies from recording phone calls and data for surveillance purposes amidst an ongoing investigation into leaked audio recordings of prominent figures. The court also raised serious questions about the legality and oversight of phone surveillance in Pakistan. The audio leak case stemmed from petitions filed by Bushra […]

• May 31, 2024
• Broadcasting

On May 25, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) took legal action against a lawyer, a journalist, and a commentator, summoning them in a contempt of court case triggered by allegations of a targeted social media campaign against senior IHC judge Mohsin Akhtar Kayani. The court also directed the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) to […]

• May 29, 2024
• Broadcasting

On May 27, the Sindh High Court (SHC) issued an interim order preventing the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) from taking any coercive measures against television reporters covering court proceedings until June 6. This decision comes in response to a petition filed by journalists from various private TV channels, challenging directives issued by PEMRA. […]

• May 29, 2024
• Broadcasting

On May 24, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) and the Lahore High Court (LHC) separately addressed petitions challenging a notification by the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) that restricts reporting of court proceedings on television. Both courts issued notices to relevant parties, including Pemra and the information secretary, seeking responses to petitions arguing the […]

• May 24, 2024
• Broadcasting

Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) rejects the blanket ban on coverage of court proceedings by the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra). This order, which prohibits all coverage of court proceedings except those broadcast live from the court, is an unacceptable overreach by the regulator. The move will leave a gaping hole in reporting from courts. […]

• May 24, 2024
• Broadcasting

On May 21, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) banned media coverage of ongoing court cases. The ban applies to all television channels and radio stations.  PEMRA stated that channels cannot air material about court cases until a final verdict is reached. They also banned expressing opinions on these cases and discussing them in a way […]

• May 21, 2024
• Broadcasting

On May 18, the Supreme Court of Pakistan issued a written order restraining all media outlets from airing or publishing material that could be considered contemptuous of the court. This decision came in response to press conferences held by Senator Faisal Vawda and Member of National Assembly  Mustafa Kamal, where they allegedly made “malicious and […]