[3] The Daily Hilal started publishing in 1946, making it the oldest running newspaper of Pakistan.

[4] It has been notable for its role in supporting the concept of Pakistan.

[4] It also distinguishes itself as one of the rare Sindhi newspapers with additional offices in Islamabad and Lahore.

[4] The newspaper is one of 11 dailies published in the Sindhi language in Karachi.

Pakistan has a free press; however, there is significant pressure on reporters and editors from political and religious factions toward self-censorship.