Express News is an Urdu language Pakistani television news channel based in Lahore, 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]

At 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]

The 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]

• Bhaid
• The Review
• Kal Tak With Javed Chaudhury
• Wo Kya Hai
• Sports Page
• Express Experts
• Koi Dekhe Na Dekhe Shabbir Tou Dekhay Ga
• Center Stage
• The Expresso Morning Show

• Aks
• Darling
• E Tech
• Game On Hai
• Khabardaar

• List of news channels in Pakistan
• Express Entertainment
• Takrar
• List of television stations in Pakistan

• Official website