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September 17, 2025

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Ayesha Omar ‘Lazawaal Ishq’ Sparks, as Pemra responds to complaints

Karachi: Ayesha Omar is set to host Lazawaal Ishq, Pakistan’s first reality show. The announcement has already caused a sharp discussion. The idea reflects international figures such as Love Island, gathering four men and four women in a villa dating, will take part in challenges and format alliances, while the cameras watch their every move. The finale will see a couple declaring the winners. The teaser, released in mid -September, quickly divides the audience. Online criticism was poured, with many claiming that the program clashed with cultural traditions and Islamic values. The boycott campaigns spread to social media, with hashtags

PEMRA imposes ban on airing of 11 ‘fugitives’

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has imposed a ban on the airing of 11 people who have been declared as ‘fugitives’. As per details, PEMRA officials stated that people who are declared fugitives and proclaimed offenders are not allowed to air on Television. The ban is imposed on Syed Akbar Hussain, Sabir Shakir, Moeed Pirzada, Wajahat Saeed, Adil Farooq Raja, Haider Raza Mehdi, Shaheen Sehbai, Ali Nawaz Awan, Farrukh Habib, Murad Saeed and Hammad Azhar. PEMRA directed to ban all these people from appearing on TV and any news regarding them is also banned. Earlier, the Senate passed

Senate passes PEMRA Amendment Bill 2023

The Senate today unanimously passed the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority Amendment Bill 2023. It was moved by Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb who stated the bill was prepared after consultations with the journalists’ bodies. She said the definition of misinformation and disinformation in the bill is in accordance with the UN human rights council and twelve countries. The Minister said it is aimed at protecting the rights of working journalists, regretting that a deliberate attempt was made to make it controversial. Marriyum Aurangzeb said the government, under the bill, will not give ads to the media outlets

PEMRA to start crackdown against Netflix and other streaming services

Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) will launch a crackdown against over-the-top (OTT) platforms, such as Netflix, after Eidul Azha. According to Khalid Arain, Chairman of the Cable Operators Association of Pakistan, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) is reportedly planning to initiate a crackdown on over-the-top (OTT) platforms like Netflix following the Eidul Azha holiday. Arain stated that a productive discussion had occurred between cable operators and senior Pemra officials, during which the concerns of the cable operators were conveyed. Our hands are tied and we have restrictions in broadcasting several channels. But on the other hand, OTTs

PEMRA requested to stop coverage of Sheikh Rashid for smoking cigars

The Pakistan National Heart Association (Panah) urged the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) to issue an instruction to all media outlets, prohibiting coverage of Awami Muslim League (AML) Chief Sheikh Rashid Ahmed smoking cigars as his habit could influence the young generation. In a letter penned to media watchdog, Panah General Secretary Sanaullah Ghumman since 1984, Panah has been actively endeavouring to reduce the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases in the country. It added that Panah had played an important role in alleviating the suffering of those affected by natural disasters in the country, as well as helping the poor

Amnesty International slams PEMRA’s blanket ban on rally coverage

ISLAMABAD: Amnesty International slammed Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) ‘s blanket ban on rally coverage. In a tweet, Amnesty International said, “PEMRA’s blanket ban on coverage of rallies and public gatherings is a disturbing demonstration of how authorities continue to threaten press freedom.” They also urge PEMRA to immediately reverse this decision. Earlier, Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) today banned live and recorded coverage of all rallies, public gatherings in Islamabad. A ban notification was issued by PEMRA for one day. According to the notification, live or recorded coverage of the protest rally or public gathering cannot be

PEMRA bans live or recorded coverage of rallies, gatherings in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) today banned live and recorded coverage of all rallies, public gatherings in Islamabad. A ban notification was issued by PEMRA for one day. According to the notification, live or recorded coverage of the protest rally or public gathering cannot be done. The ban on coverage has been imposed keeping in view the law and order situation. PEMRA’s notification said that in light of the Supreme Court’s 2018 orders, the ban on coverage has been imposed under Section 27 of the PEMRA Ordinance. It should be noted that there is a possibility of Imran

PEMRA bans live coverage of Islamabad Judicial Complex ahead of Imran hearing

The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) on Saturday prohibited the live coverage of any rally or public gathering saying today a ban has been imposed on coverage of any party, person, or organisation. According to PEMRA, the ban has been imposed on any procession or rally being staged today at the judicial complex in Islamabad. In an advisory issued today titled “Prohibition order on live coverage under Section 27 of Pemra Ordinance 2001”, the electronic media regulator stated that it has been observed with concern that satellite TV channels are showing live footages/images of a violent mob, attacks on

PTI moves LHC against ban on broadcast of Imran Khan’s speeches

LAHORE: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Monday challenged the ban imposed by the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) on the broadcasting of PTI Chairman Imran Khan’s speeches and statements.  The deposed premier’s lawyer, Barrister Ahmed Pansuta, filed the petition in the LHC and made Pemra a party.  The petition maintained that the ban on speech was a violation of the fundamental rights as enshrined in the Constitution. “The Constitution of Pakistan allows citizens freedom of expression,” it added. “The ban on freedom of expression will lead to chaos and political agitation in the county, and in the current political situation, the

PEMRA suspends ARY News licence

The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has suspended the licence of the ARY News for broadcasting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan’s statement in the headline slot of 9:00 pm. The PEMRA took action against ARY News immediately after imposing a ban on Imran Khan’s speeches and media statements following a notice issued at 8:30 pm. The channel faced PEMRA’s wrath despite implementing the order as it did not air Imran Khan’s statement in the 9:00 pm headlines. Other television channels also aired Imran Khan’s statement but discriminatory action was taken against the ARY News by the electronic media

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