Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Awards
Featured Interviews & Programs
Correspondent.pk
Media Appearances
Contributions in Publications
Timeline
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Salman Durrani

Salman Durrani

Multimedia Journalist | Podcast Host | Political Analyst
Islamabad

Summary

Dynamic Pakistani journalist and podcast host with a robust background in political reporting, commentary, and digital media. Known for conducting impactful interviews with key figures from PML–N, PTI, PPP, and various institutions, demonstrating a commitment to uncovering diverse perspectives. A valued contributor to esteemed publications such as Independent Urdu, Daily Times, Friday Times, Minute Mirror, and The Nation, recognized for delivering balanced political analysis and engaging multimedia storytelling. Passionate about leveraging journalistic expertise to inform and engage audiences on critical societal issues.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Podcast Host

Azaad Digital
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Host of Behind the News with Salman Durrani, conducting exclusive interviews with ministers, opposition leaders, and policy experts.

Special Correspondent

Pakistan Observer
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Covered government–opposition clashes and PTI political events. Delivered reports and commentary on governance and party affairs.

Political Correspondent

Correspondent.pk
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Reported on political developments, assemblies, and political parties internal dynamics. Conducted exclusive interviews and political analyses.

Education

Bachelor - Journalism

Virtual University of Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan
01.2015

Skills

  • Proactive learner
  • Collaborative leadership

Awards

Shan–e–Pakistan Award (2025) – Honored for distinguished political journalism.

Featured Interviews & Programs

  • Azaad Digital – Behind the News
  • - Hanif Abbasi – Senior Minister & PML–N Leader
  • - Attaullah Tarar – Federal Information Minister (PML–N)
  • - Fawad Chaudhry – Former Information Minister, PTI
  • - Rana Mashood – Chairman, PM Youth Program (PML–N)
  • - Kasim Gilani – PPP MNA
  • - Major Gen (R) Zahid Mehmood
  • - Amina Hassan Sheikh – MPA, PML–N
  • - Abdullah Gul – Political Analyst
  • - Azhar Javed – Senior Journalist
  • - Ali Fareed Khawaja – Economic Expert
  • - Dr. Ghayas – DPO Attock, on PTI Protest
  • - Zarain Magsi – PML–N Leader, Balochistan

Correspondent.pk

  • - Sanam Javed Khan – PTI Leader
  • - Dr. Yasmin Rashid – PTI Senior Leader
  • - Punjab Assembly Election Coverage

Media Appearances

- Guest Appearance on BOL News – Discussed the PECA Act with Dr. Fizza Akbar

Contributions in Publications

Freelance Contributor – Independent Urdu, Daily Times, Friday Times, Minute Mirror, The Nation

Timeline

Podcast Host

Azaad Digital
01.2024 - 01.2025

Special Correspondent

Pakistan Observer
01.2022 - 01.2023

Political Correspondent

Correspondent.pk
01.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor - Journalism

Virtual University of Pakistan
Salman DurraniMultimedia Journalist | Podcast Host | Political Analyst