Pakistan channel news — the complete 2026 list of Pakistani news channels: who owns them, what they are known for, and where each sits in the ratings and editorial battles. Bookmark the reference.
Quick answer: Pakistan’s main news channels: Geo News (Jang Group), ARY News, Dunya News, Express News (Lakson), Samaa TV, Hum News, 92 News, Bol News, GNN and state-run PTV News. All stream free on YouTube. Geo leads ratings; each channel has a distinct editorial lean.
The Big Players
Geo News (Jang Group, 2002) — the pioneer that defined 24-hour Urdu news; still the ratings leader, with flagship talk shows that set the national agenda. ARY News (ARY Group) — Geo’s great rival, strong in breaking coverage. Dunya News (Mian Amer Mahmood) — a consistent top-three player with a powerful Punjab base. Express News (Lakson Group, 2008) — the serious-news challenger with a top print-TV newsroom; see our Express News live guide. Samaa TV — popular for pace and accessibility.
The Rest of the Field
Hum News (Hum Network) — the entertainment giant’s news arm. 92 News — known for its HD push and talk formats. Bol News (Axact) — the controversial entrant with big-name hires. GNN (G News Network) — steady mid-tier player. Neo News, City 42/44 (Lahore-focused city channels), and a long tail of regional channels complete a crowded market — Pakistan has among the most news channels per capita in the world.
State and Niche
PTV News — the state broadcaster: official line, national reach, free-to-air. Business: Business Plus and economy segments across channels. Sports: Geo Super, PTV Sports, A Sports — the latter two carry Pakistan’s home cricket. All major channels stream free; see Pakistan news live for how to watch each.
FAQs
Which is the No. 1 news channel in Pakistan?
Geo News has led ratings for most of the private-channel era, with ARY News its closest rival.
How many news channels are there in Pakistan?
Dozens hold licences; around 15–20 operate as full-time national news channels, plus regional and city channels.
Are Pakistani news channels free to watch?
Yes — all major channels stream free on YouTube and their websites, and are free-to-air or basic-cable on TV.
