Famous newspapers before Pakistan Independence – [General Knowledge]

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: January 22, 2025

NewspaperFounded ByLanguageStarting YearFocus
Al-HilalMaulana Abul Kalam AzadUrdu1912Political and cultural issues, Muslim unity.
Al-BalaghMaulana Abul Kalam AzadUrdu1915Continued Al-Hilal’s mission, Muslim unity and independence.
ComradeMaulana Muhammad Ali JauharEnglish1911Issues affecting Muslims, criticized British rule.
HamdardMaulana Muhammad Ali JauharUrdu1913Advocated for Muslim rights and independence.
ZamindarMaulana Zafar Ali KhanUrdu1903Raised political awareness and supported the Pakistan Movement.
The PioneerEnglish1865British-Indian government’s policies, general news.
The TribuneEnglish1881Focused on socio-political issues in Punjab and British India.
The StatesmanEnglish1875Major national issues, politics, and British rule.
Daily IttehadMuhammad Ali JauharUrdu1920Focused on political struggles, social issues, and the Pakistan Movement.
InquilabUrdu1928Fought for independence, political struggles, and Muslim rights.