Express News HD is an Urdu language Pakistani television news channel based in Karachi, launched on 1 January 2008.[1][2][3] It is owned by Lakson Group which also runs the country's third largest Urdu daily newspaper, Daily Express. The owners of the channel, launched 'Express 24/7', a 24-hour Pakistani English news channel on 5 February 2009.[1]
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| Country |  Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | South Asia, Middle East, United States, UAE, UK, Ireland, India, Bangladesh Europe |
| Network | Lakson Group |
| Headquarters | Lahore, Pakistan |
| Programming | |
| Language | Urdu |
| Picture format | (1080p 16:9 MPEG-4, HDTV) |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Sultan Ali Lakhani |
| Sister channels | Chaupal TV, Express Entertainment |
| History | |
| Launched | January 1, 2008 |
| Links | |
| Website | express.pk |
| Availability | |
| Streaming media | |
| Express News Live | Watch Live |
History
editAt its inception, the news channel introduced a comprehensive fleet of DSNG vans for live coverage across the country, reflecting the parent company's strategy for the Daily Express, which prioritized regional news through local editions.[1] While initially successful, attracting viewers seeking local and regional news and ranking as the second most-watched news channel in Pakistan, this advantage gradually declined as other channels also started providing extensive live local news coverage.[1]
The launch of Express News also coincided with a dispute between Jang Group and the then-serving president, Pervez Musharraf. Geo News underwent a temporary shutdown and had its main talk shows banned.[1] Express News utilized this circumstance to expand its viewership, focusing on immediate and location-specific news coverage.[1]
Editorial stance
editThe channel maintains a balanced, market-friendly editorial approach and integrates entertainment into its current affairs coverage.[1] It displays a conservative socio-political leaning and a supportive attitude towards security and intelligence agencies.[1] However, these elements occasionally lead to significant self-censorship, directed by Sultan Ali Lakhani, aiming to maintain favorable relations with influential bodies and religious establishments.[1]
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