The visit to City 42, Lahore’s first city-focused news channel, was an enlightening experience. The channel’s operations are uniquely centered on covering local news, making it a trailblazer in city-specific journalism in Pakistan.
Participants were given a comprehensive tour of the channel’s facilities, including the newsroom, tickers section, and studios. The processes behind creating news packages, updating tickers, and managing inputs and outputs were thoroughly explained. The team elaborated on how reporters gather and verify information while managing tight deadlines. A key highlight was the discussion on external pressures faced by private media, including challenges of maintaining objectivity amidst societal and political influences.
City 42’s history and its pioneering role in redefining local journalism were also discussed. The channel’s emphasis on highlighting community issues and engaging directly with the public underscores its commitment to impactful reporting. The visit concluded with a reflection on the dynamic nature of journalism and the responsibilities of media in shaping public opinion.
Inaugural Ceremony of 125th NMC
On 6th July 2026, the Pakistan Administrative Staff College (PASC) welcomed a new batch of officers at the Inaugural Ceremony of 125th National Management Course (NMC-125). In his Inaugural Address, the Chief Guest, Barrister Nabeel A. Awan, Secretary Establishment Division, apprised the participant officers about the ongoing reforms in the HR and training function of…
