Quick Info
| Profession | Journalist, Businessman |
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| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Date of Birth | 20/05/1948 |
| Age | 78 years |
| Birthplace | Kasur, Punjab |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Najam Sethi
20/09/2025
Najam Sethi commented on the 2025 Asia Cup controversy, saying he had helped persuade Pakistan not to withdraw from the tournament after tensions escalated over a handshake dispute and refereeing issues. His remarks described internal discussions within the Pakistan Cricket Board and the financial and reputational damage that could have followed a boycott.
07/05/2025
Sethi drew attention after saying Pakistan should respond more effectively to Indian influence in the United States through stronger public diplomacy. The comments sparked widespread criticism because he suggested using more socially assertive lobbying tactics, which many observers considered inappropriate.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Najam Aziz Sethi |
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| Religion | Islam |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm |
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| Weight | 75 KG |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Semi-Bald (Grey) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Anthony High School, Lahore |
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Personal Life
| Najam Sethi is a prominent Pakistani journalist and businessman known for his work in media and cricket administration. | |
| He was a political prisoner from 1975 to 1977 during Zulfikar Ali Bhutto's regime for protesting military action in Balochistan. |
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| Marriage Date | 1983 | ||||||||||
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Najam Sethi is a prominent Pakistani journalist and businessman. | |
| 2. He founded a publishing company called Vanguard Books in 1978. | |
| 3. In 1989, he initiated an English weekly publication known as The Friday Times. | |
| 4. He established the Daily Times of Pakistan in 2002. | |
| 5. Najam Sethi was appointed as the caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab in 2013. | |
| 6. Until 2018, he held the position of President at AAP Media Network/Indus News. | |
| 7. In 2015, he was a finalist for the ICC president role. | |
| 8. He served as Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) multiple times, including launching the Pakistan Super League. | |
| 9. He is the current chief executive officer (CEO) of Mitchell's. | |
| 10. He hosts the political talk show Aapas ki Baat on Geo News. | |
| 11. He is Editor-in-Chief of The Friday Times. | |
| 12. He served as Pakistan correspondent for The Economist from 1990 to 2008. | |
| 13. He was a political prisoner from 1975-1977 during the regime of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto for protesting military action in Balochistan. | |
| 14. He previously served as the Editor of Daily Times and daily Aaj Kal newspapers. | |
| 15. He is currently the Editor-in-Chief of Geo News. |
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