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92 Pakistani newspapers in the directory

Rooted in the pre-independence era, the national print media tradition spans over seven decades of continuous publishing history. English-language journalism is led by Dawn, founded in 1941 by Muhammad Ali Jinnah and recognized for its progressive editorial stance. The Urdu-language market is dominated by Daily Jang, the country's largest circulation broadsheet, alongside Nawaiwaqt, a conservative daily established in 1940. The News International serves as another major English publication under the Jang Group umbrella. Beyond English and Urdu, regional publications print daily editions in Sindhi, Pashto, and Balochi to serve provincial readerships. Paperboy indexes 92 Pakistani newspapers — browse the full directory below.

Compiled by Paperboy editorial · Updated 2026-06-04

ALL NEWSPAPERS(92)

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Dardistan Times

Gilgit, Northern Areas

Serving as a dedicated voice for the Gilgit-Baltistan region, this digital publication provides localized news coverage, cultural insights, and socio-political analysis for a diverse audience. It is notable for its commitment to amplifying the voices of residents in the mountainous northern territories of Pakistan, addressing regional issues that are often overlooked by national media.

DAWN

Karachi, Sindh

Dawn is Pakistan’s oldest and most prestigious English-language daily newspaper. Founded by Muhammad Ali Jinnah in 1941, it serves as a primary source for independent journalism, offering comprehensive coverage of national politics, international affairs, business, and social issues from its headquarters in Karachi.

Dhudial News

Chakwal, Punjab

Dhudial News is an Urdu-language online newspaper based in Dhudial, located in the Chakwal district of Pakistan. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, including reports on political developments, crime, community issues, and regional administrative updates for Dhudial, Talagang, and the broader Chakwal region.

Dhudial Point

Chakwal, Punjab

Dhudial Point is a digital Urdu-language news outlet based in Dhudial, Chakwal, Pakistan. It provides localized coverage of community events, regional politics, and social issues. Serving as a vital information hub for the Chakwal district, the platform focuses on hyper-local news and public interest stories for residents.

Free Hand News

Gujrat, Punjab

Free Hand News is a local Urdu-language newspaper serving Gujrat and the surrounding Punjab region of Pakistan. It focuses on regional news, community events, and local politics, providing a platform for grassroots reporting and highlighting issues specific to the Gujrat district and its residents.

Friday Times

Lahore, Punjab

Established in 1989, this independent weekly publication is recognized for its bold, liberal editorial stance and incisive analysis of Pakistan's political and social landscape. It serves as a prominent platform for secular commentary, offering an intellectual perspective that frequently challenges the status quo within the country's media environment.

Indus News

Islamabad, Islamabad

Indus News is a prominent Sindhi-language news portal headquartered in Islamabad, Pakistan. It offers extensive coverage of political, social, and economic developments within Sindh and across the country. The publication provides timely digital news updates, editorial analysis, and multimedia content tailored for the Sindhi-speaking community globally.

Islam Times

Islamabad, Islamabad

Islam Times is an international news agency that covers political and social developments across the Islamic world. It provides reports and analysis on regional conflicts, religious affairs, and geopolitics, with a particular emphasis on resistance movements in Lebanon, Palestine, and the broader Middle East.

Jang Group

Karachi, Sindh

Established in 1939, this prominent Urdu-language media organization stands as the largest-circulated newspaper in Pakistan and a cornerstone of the country's national press. It is widely recognized for its extensive reach across diverse demographics and its influential role in shaping political discourse through investigative journalism and comprehensive coverage of regional affairs.

Jasarat

Karachi, Sindh

Established in 1970, this Karachi-based Urdu daily serves as a prominent voice for the religious and political perspectives of the Jamaat-e-Islami. It maintains a widespread readership across Pakistan by focusing on investigative journalism, international affairs, and the advocacy of conservative Islamic values.

Jeet Pakistan

Lahore, Punjab

Jeet Pakistan is an Urdu-language newspaper published from Lahore, Pakistan. It provides comprehensive coverage of domestic politics, social issues, and international events. The publication caters to the Urdu-speaking population in Punjab, offering news updates, editorial pieces, and features on sports and entertainment through its print and digital presence.

Jhelum

Jhelum, Punjab

Daily Jhelum is a prominent Urdu-language newspaper based in Jhelum, Pakistan. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, regional political updates, and social reporting for the Jhelum district and surrounding areas. The publication serves as a vital information source for the local community, focusing on grassroots issues and district development.

Jhelum News

Jhelum, Punjab

Jhelum News is a local Urdu-language news outlet based in Jhelum, Pakistan. It provides comprehensive coverage of regional news, politics, and social issues within the Jhelum District. The publication serves a large audience through its digital platforms and social media, delivering timely updates to the local community.

Kharian Post

Kharian, Punjab

The Kharian Post is a prominent Urdu-language news portal serving the city of Kharian and the Gujrat District in Pakistan. It focuses on local political updates, community events, and regional developments, providing essential coverage for the local population and the sizable overseas Pakistani community.

Mahasib

Rawalpindi, Punjab

Daily Mahasib is an Urdu-language newspaper based in Abbottabad, Pakistan. It provides comprehensive coverage of regional news across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on local politics, social issues, and national affairs. The publication serves as a significant source for community updates and governmental developments.

Mashriq

Peshawar, Federally Administered Tribal Areas

Daily Mashriq is an Urdu-language daily newspaper published in Peshawar, Pakistan. Established as a prominent regional publication, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, national politics, and international events. The newspaper also features an electronic edition and updates on social and economic issues.

Millat

Lahore, Punjab

Serving as one of Lahore’s established Urdu-language publications, this newspaper provides comprehensive coverage of local, national, and international news to a broad audience across Pakistan. It is notable for its commitment to traditional journalism, offering readers a steady flow of political, social, and economic reporting reflective of the region’s evolving landscape.

Nation

Lahore, Punjab

Founded in 1986, this English-language daily is a prominent voice in Pakistani journalism that provides extensive coverage of national politics, regional affairs, and international relations from its headquarters in Lahore. It is widely recognized for its conservative editorial stance and its influential role in shaping public discourse among the country's educated, urban elite.

National Herald Tribune

Islamabad, Islamabad

Based in Islamabad, this English-language publication provides comprehensive coverage of national and international news with a specific focus on political affairs and legislative developments within Pakistan. It serves a broad audience of policymakers, academics, and readers interested in regional security and socioeconomic analysis.

Nawa-i-Waqt

Lahore, Punjab

Founded in 1940 by Hamid Nizami, this influential daily remains a cornerstone of Pakistan’s media landscape, championing the ideology of the Pakistan Movement and promoting conservative nationalist values. It maintains a widespread readership across the country, serving as a primary voice for Urdu-speaking audiences interested in rigorous political analysis and editorial commentary.

News Network International

Islamabad, Islamabad

News Network International (NNI) is a prominent independent news agency based in Islamabad, Pakistan. Established in 1992, it provides comprehensive coverage of national and international news, serving a wide array of print and electronic media outlets across the country with timely reports on politics, economics, and social issues.

Pak Tribune

Rawalpindi, Punjab

Established in 2002, this digital news platform serves as an accessible portal for comprehensive coverage of Pakistani politics, business, and regional affairs. It maintains a distinct focus on delivering real-time updates and archives for a global audience interested in the socioeconomic landscape of the country.

Pak Watan

Shah Faisalabad, Punjab

Pak Watan is a prominent digital news publication based in Faisalabad, Pakistan. It provides comprehensive coverage of national politics, regional developments, and international affairs. The outlet serves as a significant source of information for the English-speaking and local communities, focusing on socio-economic issues and public interest stories.

Pakistan Daily

Lahore, Punjab

Serving as an online English-language news portal based in Lahore, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of domestic and international current affairs tailored to a global Pakistani audience. It distinguishes itself by offering a digital-first approach to breaking news, political analysis, and socio-economic commentary, aiming to bridge the information gap for the Pakistani diaspora.

Pakistan Observer

Islamabad, Islamabad

Founded in 1988, this daily English-language newspaper provides extensive coverage of national and international affairs with a particular emphasis on Pakistan's foreign policy and regional geopolitical developments. It serves as a significant media outlet for policy analysts, government officials, and the public, maintaining a long-standing reputation for its conservative editorial stance and commitment to professional journalism.

Pakistan Today

Karachi, Sindh

Headquartered in Lahore with a significant national presence, this independent English-language daily is recognized for its incisive political commentary and detailed coverage of economic policy. It serves an urban, policy-oriented readership by providing a critical perspective on the country's legislative developments and governance challenges.

Pakistan Tribune

Islamabad, Islamabad

Operating from Islamabad, this news outlet provides comprehensive coverage of political, economic, and social developments within Pakistan and the broader international landscape. It is recognized for serving as a digital platform that bridges the gap between domestic regional issues and global discourse for an informed, English-speaking audience.

Pakistani Newspaper

Karachi, Sindh

Urdu News USA is an Urdu-language news publication serving the Pakistani American community. Based in the United States, it provides coverage of local community events, US immigration updates, and international news relevant to overseas Pakistanis, with a particular focus on the New York and New Jersey metropolitan areas.

Pindi Post

Rawalpindi, Punjab

Serving as a dedicated voice for the Rawalpindi region, this Urdu-language publication provides comprehensive coverage of local political, social, and civic developments. It is widely recognized for its commitment to community journalism, bridging the information gap for residents by focusing on issues that directly impact the twin cities.

Qaumi Akhbar

Karachi, Sindh

Daily Qaumi Akhbar is a prominent Urdu-language newspaper based in Karachi, Pakistan. Known for its comprehensive coverage of national politics, social issues, and regional news, it serves a large readership in Sindh and beyond. The publication remains a significant voice in Pakistan's traditional print media landscape.

Qaumi Tarrap

Gujrat, Punjab

Serving as a dedicated voice for the Gujrat region, this Urdu-language publication provides essential local news coverage and community-focused reporting to residents of the district and the broader diaspora. Through its digital presence, the newspaper bridges the gap between regional happenings and a global audience, maintaining a long-standing commitment to grassroots journalism in Pakistan.

Regional Times Of Sindh

Karachi, Sindh

Serving as a prominent English-language publication based in Karachi, this newspaper focuses on reporting regional socio-political issues and economic developments across the Sindh province. It is recognized for providing a specialized journalistic platform that highlights provincial concerns to a diverse audience of readers, policymakers, and academics throughout Pakistan.

Sada E Haq

Bannu, North-West Frontier

Daily Sada-e-Haq is an Urdu-language newspaper based in Bannu, Pakistan. It provides localized news coverage for the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region, focusing on community issues, politics, and regional developments. As a prominent local voice, it serves as a key source of information for the residents of southern districts.

Siasat Pakistan

Lahore, Punjab

Siasat Pakistan is a prominent Urdu language daily newspaper based in Lahore, Pakistan. It covers a wide range of topics including national politics, international affairs, sports, and local news. The publication serves as a significant source of information for the Urdu-speaking population in the Punjab region.

The Exclusive News

Rawalpindi, Punjab

The Exclusive News is an English-language newspaper based in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. It provides coverage of local news, politics, and social issues within the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The publication serves as a niche platform for regional developments and community-focused reporting in the Punjab province.

The News

Karachi, Sindh

Published by the Jang Group, this prominent English-language daily serves as a critical voice for Pakistan’s urban intelligentsia and policymakers. It is widely recognized for its investigative journalism and comprehensive coverage of domestic politics, international affairs, and socio-economic issues.

Urdu Point

Islamabad, Islamabad

UrduPoint is a prominent Pakistani digital news portal providing extensive coverage in Urdu and English. Established in 2000, it offers breaking news, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle content. It has grown into one of the country's most visited websites, known for its diverse multimedia reporting and global reach.

Urdu Waqt

Gujranwala, Punjab

Urdu Waqt is a regional Urdu-language news outlet based in Gujranwala, Pakistan. It provides comprehensive coverage of local politics, community events, and crime reporting within the Punjab region. The publication primarily serves a digital audience through its web portal, delivering timely updates on national and international affairs.

Voice Of Jalalpur Jattan

Jalalpur, Punjab

Voice Of Jalalpur Jattan is a digital news platform providing localized coverage for the residents of Jalalpur Jattan and the Gujrat District. Published in Urdu, it focuses on community affairs, local politics, sports, and social issues, serving as a vital information hub for the region.

Weekly Awami Times

Karachi, Sindh

Weekly Awami Times is an Urdu-language weekly newspaper based in Karachi, Pakistan. It provides coverage of regional politics, social issues, and local news specific to the Sindh province. The publication serves as a platform for community-focused journalism within the vibrant media landscape of Pakistan's largest city.

Weekly Cutting Edge

Lahore, Punjab

Serving as a prominent source of political and socio-economic analysis, this Lahore-based Urdu publication offers in-depth reporting on national affairs and regional developments. It is widely recognized for its critical editorial stance and commitment to providing an independent perspective on the complex challenges facing Pakistani society.

Weekly Manzar

Abbottabad, North-West Frontier

Serving as a prominent source of local information in Abbottabad, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of regional news, community events, and socio-political developments. It is widely recognized for its dedication to highlighting the concerns of the Hazara region while maintaining a long-standing tradition of grassroots journalism.