• September 18, 2024
• Broadcasting

On September 12, the Supreme Court concluded contempt proceedings against 34 television channels following their submission of unconditional apologies for broadcasting press conferences by independent Senator Faisal Vawda and Member of the National Assembly Mustafa Kamal, which leveled allegations against the judiciary. The case was heard by a four-member bench headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) […]

• September 7, 2024
• Broadcasting, Freedom of Expression

On September 3, the Sindh High Court (SHC) directed its single-judge bench to deliver a final verdict within six weeks on the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority’s (PEMRA) ban on media coverage of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and its leadership. This decision came as a division bench, led by Chief Justice Muhammad Shafi Siddiqui and […]

• August 31, 2024
• Broadcasting

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on August 29 directed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to resolve the ongoing dispute regarding media accreditation for the Test matches in Rawalpindi, following a petition filed by the Rawalpindi Islamabad Sports Journalists Association (RISJA). Justice Babar Sattar, who presided over the hearing, questioned the PCB’s decision to deny accreditation to several […]

• August 24, 2024
• Broadcasting

The Sindh Infant and Young Child Nutrition (IYCN) Board has requested the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) to impose a ban on advertisements promoting breast milk substitutes and complementary foods for children up to 35 months of age. This action is in line with the Sindh Protection and Promotion of Breastfeeding and Young Child […]

• August 6, 2024
• Broadcasting

On August 3, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) issued a directive to all television channels instructing them not to satirize the uniforms of state institutions and law enforcement agencies in their comedy shows The directive highlights concerns over TV channels featuring characters in police uniforms in derogatory and comedic contexts. “It has been observed with grave […]

• 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 […]