QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has said that the challenges facing the province are not political in nature and can only be addressed through a military response, as he confirmed heavy casualties following recent attacks by the outlawed Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). Read More: Balochistan frees families of banned BLF, BLA militants Speaking on Geo News programme […]
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145 terrorists killed in 40-hour Balochistan clearance operation
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti on Sunday expressed the firm resolve to eliminate terrorists after a spate of coordinated attacks across the province, adding that 145 militants were killed within a span of 40 hours. Addressing a press conference in Quetta on Sunday, CM Bugti this is the highest number since Pakistan is facing this […]
Nokundi elders reject CDC under Reko Diq project
QUETTA: Tribal elders of Nokundi have rejected the performance of the Community Development Committee (CDC) formed under the Reko Diq Mining Project and demanded its immediate dissolution and reconstitution, citing lack of representation and loss of public trust. Read More: Reko Diq committed to local employment, procurement Addressing a joint press conference in Nokundi on […]
41 India-backed terrorists killed in Balochistan operations
Security forces killed at least 41 terrorists belonging to Indian proxy, Fitna al Khawarij and Fitna al Hindustan, in two separate operations in Balochistan. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Friday that an intelligence based operation (IBO) was conducted in outskirts of Harnai District on reported presence of Fitna al Khwarij. During the operation, […]
Six TTP linked militants killed in Pishin operation: CTD
QUETTA: Six proclaimed offenders affiliated with the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) — referred to locally as Fitna al Khawarij — were killed during an operation in Pishin, the Balochistan Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) said on Tuesday. Read More: PM Shehbaz cites solid proof of Taliban-TTP link DIG Aitzaz Ahmed Goraya, head of the CTD, said the operation […]
Second snowfall forces weather emergency in Balochistan
Quetta and large parts of Balochistan witnessed the second snowfall of winter, bringing scenic views, biting cold and operational challenges. As residents enjoyed the weather, provincial and federal authorities swung into action to keep roads open and manage emergencies. The second spell of snowfall covered Quetta, Kalat, Mastung, Pishin, Qila Saifullah, Ziarat, Kan Mehtarzai, Muslim […]
Balochistan unrest linked to unemployment, says JI chief
GWADAR: Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has said that the growing unrest in Balochistan cannot be resolved through military operations alone, stressing that unemployment and lack of education are the key drivers of youth frustration in the province. Read More: 17 Balochistan districts listed among most backward Addressing a Bano Qabil ceremony organised by the Alkhidmat […]
Eight held as police crack down on highway robbers in Balochistan
DERA MURAD JAMALI: Police in Balochistan have arrested eight suspected highway robbers in a joint operation targeting criminal gangs preying on passengers along the Quetta-Sukkur highway and other areas of Nasirabad and Kachhi districts. Read More: Two policemen among three robbers held in Lahore The crackdown comes after a marked rise in highway robberies and vehicle snatching, […]
Balochistan CM vows to curb illegal mining, protect public resources
QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister (CM) Mir Sarfraz Bugti has reiterated that the province’s mineral resources belong collectively to its people and vowed to take strict action against illegal mining activities. Read More: CM Bugti highlights budget constraints, vows to continue reforms Speaking at a press briefing, CM Bugti said that unlawful extraction of minerals was causing […]
Balochistan govt, NBP launch subsidised electric scooter scheme
The Government of Balochistan and the National Bank of Pakistan have signed a formal agreement to provide electric scooters on subsidized installments to students, working women, and the general public, aiming to improve mobility and promote sustainable transportation. The MoU signing ceremony was held at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Quetta, attended by Chief Minister […]