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PEMRA directs LTN Family to Clear Outstanding Dues to Journalists Within 30 Days; Other Media Houses Asked to Present Stance in Next Meeting

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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 […]


Islamabad High Court Allow Court Reporting

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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 […]


Sindh High Court Extends Interim Order Restraining Pemra from Coercive Actions Over Court Coverage

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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 […]


Supreme Court Issues Show Cause Notices to 34 TV Channels Over Contempt Allegations

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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 […]


Islamabad High Court Questions Legality of Telecom Surveillance Amidst Audio Leak Scandal

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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 […]


IHC Summons Lawyer, Journalist, Commentator in Contempt Case Over Alleged Social Media Campaign Against Judge

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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 […]


Sindh High Court Halts PEMRA’s Restrictions on Court Reporting Until June 6

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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. […]


IHC Restrains Pemra Action, Issues Notices Over Court Reporting Curb Petitions

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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 […]


PPF rejects blanket ban on coverage of court proceedings by Pemra; alarming overreach by the regulator to leave a gaping hole in reporting from courts

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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. […]


PEMRA Bans Media Coverage of Ongoing Court Cases

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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 […]


Supreme Court Bans Media from Airing Material Contemptuous of Judiciary After Politicians’ Press Conferences

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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 […]


New Security Measures Limit Coverage Of Parliament House Activities

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On May 13, the National Assembly Secretariat announced new security measures for the Parliament House, citing concerns over congestion and security breaches. The new standard operating procedures (SOPs) limit entry to essential personnel only and prohibit video recording by TikTokers, vloggers, unaccredited social media activists and YouTubers in the premises of Parliament House. Journalists will no longer be permitted to […]


Special Investment Facilitation Council highlights DTH delay; sends letter to PEMRA

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On May 15, the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) raised concerns over the delayed launch of Direct-to-Home (DTH) television services in Pakistan, citing significant financial losses to the country. It is estimated that billions of rupees are being sent to India annually due to the absence of a local DTH service. In a letter to the Pakistan […]


Authorities Seek Justice Sattar Recusal in High-Profile Audio Leak Case

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On April 27,  four key state institutions jointly filed a petition urging the Islamabad High Court (IHC) regarding the recusal of Justice Babar Sattar from overseeing a case involving the alleged surveillance of private individuals’ telephonic conversations. The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra), the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), and […]