RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slightly to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate Pakistan Today as Right-Center Biased due to favorable coverage of ruling political figures and supportive framing of right-leaning international leaders. We rate its reporting as Mixed for factual accuracy due to poor sourcing practices and one-sided coverage of key political topics.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (3.6)
Factual Reporting: MIXED (4.6)
Country: Pakistan
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: LIMITED FREEDOM
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Pakistan Today is an English-language newspaper based in Lahore, Pakistan. It was launched in 2010 by journalist Arif Nizami, former editor of The Nation. The newspaper is published by Nawa Media Corporation (Pvt) and maintains affiliated publications, including the business magazine Profit. The outlet aims to cover political, economic, and social issues within Pakistan and abroad.
Please read our report on how Government influences the Pakistani media.
Funded by / Ownership
Pakistan Today is owned and operated by Nawa Media Corporation (Pvt) Limited. According to the privacy policy, all associated websites are owned by the same company. The paper generates revenue through advertising and subscriptions.
Analysis / Bias
Pakistan Today shows a center-right bias, reflected in its positive coverage of ruling political figures and selective international commentary. Pakistan Today often avoids critical examination of domestic issues related to the ruling party in Pakistan, the Pakistan Muslim League (N). For example, the article titled “LHC rejects pleas filed against PM Shehbaz, sons’ acquittal in graft case” presents the Lahore High Court’s decision as a “big relief” for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his sons, emphasizing the dismissal of the petitions against them. The language used—such as calling the verdict a relief—suggests a somewhat favorable framing. Regarding sourcing, Pakistan Today’s article on the Lahore High Court’s decision lacks citations or references to official documents, legal experts, or opposing perspectives.
The outlet’s opinion content sometimes aligns with right-leaning global figures. For instance, in the article “A recalibration of realism: Trump’s transactional turn in the Middle East,” the author frames Donald Trump’s Middle East foreign policy as a strategic and realistic departure from liberal internationalism. The piece praises Trump’s “transactional” diplomacy as pragmatic and effective. The tone is analytical but favorable, portraying Trump’s approach as a necessary correction to traditional U.S. policy.
Across both domestic and foreign coverage, Pakistan Today uses restrained, professional language and generally avoids sensationalism. However, the lack of critical reporting on ruling politicians and the absence sourcing or counterpoints in its commentary contribute to a narrow editorial perspective. Hyperlinking is sparse, and original investigative content is limited.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Pakistan Today as Right-Center Biased due to favorable coverage of ruling political figures and supportive framing of right-leaning international leaders. We rate its reporting as Mixed for factual accuracy due to poor sourcing practices and one-sided coverage of key political topics. (M. Huitsing 05/24/2025)
Source: https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/
Last Updated on May 24, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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