Daily Ummat

Daily Ummat was founded in 1996 by Abdul Rafiq Afghan and family.[4][5][6]

Adopting the motto, "we show all that others hide", the Daily Ummat practices comprehensive news coverage.[4] It has long reported on the intersection of crime, ethnic violence, and politics in Karachi, frequently attributing these issues to the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM).[4] This criticism towards MQM can be traced back to allegations surrounding the death of Abdul Rafiq Afghan’s father-in-law, Maulana Salahuddin, as well as past conflicts in student politics.[4]

Daily Ummat has a distinctively pro-Islamist stance.[4] It actively promotes causes such as actions in the India-administered Kashmir and opposition to western forces in Afghanistan.[4] The newspaper routinely covers instances of alleged or actual discrimination against Muslims worldwide.[4]

The paper stands in strong support of Pakistan's anti-blasphemy laws, as well as other legislation in the country inspired by Islamic principles.[4] The editorial content is noted for its focus on the Ahmadi community, a minority sect that identifies as Muslim but is legally prohibited from publicly affirming this identity.[4]

The newspaper also exhibits clear ideological demarcations in its content.[4] It often presents moderate, liberal, and leftist figures under a critical lens, irrespective of their societal or national contributions.[4] On the other hand, it tends to withhold critique from favored entities and individuals, who are mainly Islamist politicians, extremist preachers, jihadists, or anti-Shia militants.[4]

The newspaper uses front-page advertisements to rally public support on religious issues.[4] For instance, it called on Karachi's citizens to 'reclaim' a mosque demolished by city authorities due to its unauthorized establishment on a public park.[4]

• Daily Ummat e-paper
• Official website in Urdu