Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has strongly criticized India over a hijab-snatching incident in Bihar, calling it a reflection of rising Islamophobia and intolerance. In an interview with WE News English on Saturday, the information minister said that a deeply unfortunate incident had come to light, pointing to the case of a Muslim […]
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Info minister flags AI-driven job risks in advertising sector
ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Thursday acknowledged employment challenges in the advertising sector due to AI adoption. He urged proposals to address job losses among creatives, including designers, directors, actors, and technicians. The minister emphasized protecting professions from becoming redundant amid technological change. In a post on X, Tarar noted that AI tools are […]
Tarar condemns misinformation linking Pakistan to Sydney attack
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar strongly criticised the spread of misinformation, particularly claims falsely linking Pakistan to the recent Sydney attack. He spoke at the closing ceremony of the National Cyber Security event in Islamabad, emphasising the need for verified information and responsible online behaviour. Read More: Pakistan condemns Sydney attack, backs Gaza […]
Pakistan seeks apology from int’l media for falsely linking it to Bondi Beach attack
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar demanded apologies and corrigendum from international media that published unverified report, linking Pakistan to the shooting at Australia’s Bondi Beach. He described the coverage a ‘vicious disinformation campaign’ against Pakistan. Addressing a press conference on Wednesday, Tarar presented video clips and timelines to demonstrate how several media organisations circulated claims that […]
PML-N govt following Nawaz’s vision for progress: Tarar
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has said that the PML-N government is steadfastly following the vision of Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and working for the progress and development of the country. Addressing the book launching ceremony of ‘Nawaz Sharif, Mard-e-Ahan’, authored by renowned journalist Nawaz Raza, at the Lahore Press Club on Saturday, […]
Tarar vows enhanced support, job security for journalists
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has reaffirmed the government’s resolve to strengthen the Parliamentary Reporters Association (PRA), safeguard journalists’ jobs, and improve working conditions across the media industry. Speaking at the oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected office-bearers of the Parliamentary Reporters Association (PRA), Tarar underscored that tackling journalists’ concerns is a […]
Tarar stresses multi-pronged strategy to curb population explosion
Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Tuesday urged a comprehensive, multi-pronged strategy to address Pakistan’s surging population, calling for coordinated cross-sector efforts and intensified public awareness campaigns to curb the explosion in growth. Speaking at the Population Summit 2025, Tarar underscored the importance of engaging Ulema and parliamentarians in shaping the discourse, stressing […]
Islamabad suicide attack planned by TTP’s Noor Wali, says Tarar
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Tuesday said banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan’s (TTP) chief Noor Wali Mehsud planned the November 11 suicide blast outside Islamabad’s Judicial Complex. The attack killed 12 people and injured 35 others, with the government saying days later that it had arrested four terrorists belonging to the TTP. Addressing a press conference in […]
Four suspects arrested in Islamabad court blast
ISLAMABAD: Four individuals involved in the suicide blast outside Islamabad’s Judicial Complex have been arrested, Information and Broadcasting Minister Attaullah Tarar announced on Tuesday. The attack in the second week of November claimed 12 lives and injured over a dozen others. Read More: Islamabad judicial complex reopens under tight security after blast Speaking to the media in […]
Tarar urges unified D-8 media strategy to counter misinformation
Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Friday underscored the urgent need for collective action against misinformation, highlighting the transformation of the global information landscape from print to electronic and now digital media. Addressing the D-8 Media Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan, he stressed that Pakistan’s youthful demographic was driving change and emphasized cooperation among […]