Mining activity in Duki, Balochistan, has dropped by over 50%, according to a report by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP). The decline is attributed to security risks and the closure of several mines, leaving workers in precarious conditions. Security issues, including a militant attack in October 2024 that killed 21 miners, have intensified […]
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Shutter-down strike in Balochistan following police crackdown
Quetta witnessed a shutter-down strike on Saturday, called by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) after a police crackdown. The committee had protested against enforced disappearances the previous day, leading to clashes with police. Both the Balochistan government and BYC reported casualties, with the committee claiming three deaths and 13 injuries, while the police reported 10 […]
Jaffer express attack in Balochistan: multiple injuries reported
Rescue teams and security forces quickly arrived at the scene. They are conducting an operation to locate the assailants. Railway officials reported that the train’s driver suffered serious injuries. An emergency relief train has been dispatched to provide assistance. In response to the attack, authorities temporarily halted the Karachi-bound Bolan Mail at Sibi. They […]
FBR warns of action against ‘under-filers’ as deadline looms
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to crack down on potential under-filers, with significant repercussions for those failing to comply, warned FBR Chairman Rashid Mehmood Langrial. Speaking on Geo News’ program Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath, Langrial emphasized that individuals making major financial transactions will be prohibited from purchasing property, vehicles, and using […]
ECP announces elections schedule for LG reserved seats in Balochistan
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has announced the elections schedule for the reserved seats of the local government in Balochistan. “The polling for the reserved seats in 32 districts of Balochistan will be held on December 14,” ECP Balochistan Spokesman Naeem Ahmed said on Tuesday. He said that the ECP was all set to […]
Former Chief Justice of BHC Noor Muhammad Meskanzai shot dead
Former Chief Justice of BHC Noor Muhammad Meskanzai shot dead. Former Chief Justice of BHC Noor Muhammad Meskanzai was severely injured in a deadly attack in Kharan. He lost his life as a result of the attack. Justice Muhammad Noor Meskanzai took oath as Chief Justice of the High Court of Balochistan on December 26, […]
IUB announces ‘no fee’ for Balochistan, ex-FATA students
In line with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s policy of encouraging youth to acquire higher education, Islamia University Bahawalpur has decided to charge no fees and dues from the students belonging to Balochistan and erstwhile Federally Administered Tribal Area (ex-FATA). According to the notification issued on Thursday, the relief was made as per the reference to […]
Balochistan: Eight people died and 21 injured in accidents and incidents
Eight people have been killed and 21 people have been injured in firing and other incidents in different areas of Balochistan. Incidents and accidents have occurred in Quetta, Nushki, Sorab, Dikki and Zhob. As a result of a collision between a car and a pick-up near Sheikh Wasil on Quetta Taftan Highway, a woman was […]
IED blast in Kalat Balochistan claims two lives
IED blast in Kalat Balochistan claims two lives. At least two people lost their lives in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Balochistan’s Kalat district. Levies sources said the incident happened in the Johan area of Kalat. As per the Levies sources, the deceased were the flood-hit people. They were coming with relief goods […]
Provision of health facilities to people top priorities of Balochistan Govt: Minister
Quetta: Provision of health facilities to people top priorities of Balochistan Govt. Balochistan Health Minister Syed Ehsan Shah on Saturday said that the provision of health facilities to the people at their doorsteps was one of the top priorities of the government for which all available resources are being utilized. He shared these views while […]