
The art of being wrong, loudly and professionally
Pakistan’s media ecosystem turns complex crises into instant, often incorrect predictions. TV and social media reward speed and certainty, while accountability fades.
Apr 28, 2026
The writer is a journalist based in Islamabad. Twitter: @irfanbokharee

Pakistan’s media ecosystem turns complex crises into instant, often incorrect predictions. TV and social media reward speed and certainty, while accountability fades.
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