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The BNP-Mastung protest that paralyzed key trade routes for nearly three weeks has come to an end. The Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) announced on Wednesday that it is calling off its 20-day sit-in at Lak Pass, Mastung. The decision comes after growing concerns over public inconvenience and major disruptions to trade routes. Shift in Strategy …
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In a significant move prioritizing development, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that savings from declining oil prices will be used for critical infrastructure projects in Balochistan instead of being passed on to consumers. This decision, he said, reflects a national commitment to ending the region’s historical neglect and bridging the development gap. N-25: From Tragedy …
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KARACHI: The massive fire that raged for more than two weeks in Karachi’s Korangi area has finally been extinguished. However, gas emission from the site still continues, raising ongoing safety concerns. The blaze broke out on March 29 after a deep bore-drilling operation went 1,200 feet underground. Since then, thick smoke and flames alarmed nearby …
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At the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared that mineral resources in Pakistan could help the country break free from IMF dependency. Speaking at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad, the premier emphasized that unlocking the full potential of the nation’s natural wealth could pave the way to sustainable economic independence. …
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Karachi: National Resources Limited (NRL) has discovered significant copper-gold mineralization in Chagai, Balochistan. Muhammad Ali Tabba, Chairman of NRL and CEO of Lucky Cement, announced the breakthrough at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025. NRL is a 100% Pakistani-owned private company. It operates under Fatima Fertilizer, Liberty Mills Limited, and Lucky Cement. The company was granted …
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A growing political standoff in Balochistan has taken a sharp turn, as the provincial government warned BNP-M protest leader Akhtar Mengal of arrest under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) if his party’s long march enters Quetta. The Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) is protesting the arrest of Baloch activists, including Dr. Mahrang Baloch and Sammi …
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A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck Balochistan on Monday, shaking several parts of the region. The tremors reached as far as Karachi, causing panic among residents. The earthquake originated 65 km east-southeast of Uthal city at a depth of 10 km, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Strong Tremors Reported Although there were no immediate …
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Islamabad: Train services in Balochistan have resumed after a 16-day suspension following a terrorist attack on the Jaffar Express. The train departed from Peshawar Cantt Railway Station, marking a significant milestone in restoring operations. Federal Minister Amir Muqam was present at the station to bid farewell to passengers and offer prayers for their safe journey. …
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NUSHKI: A powerful blast near a passenger bus on the Nushki-Dalbandin highway killed at least seven people and injured 35 others on Sunday. The incident adds to the wave of violence gripping Balochistan. Authorities have not confirmed the nature or cause of the explosion. Police said the injured were rushed to Nushki Hospital, where several …
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The Jaffar Express hijacking has intensified concerns over terrorism in Balochistan, with Pakistan’s military accusing India of sponsoring insurgent activities in the region. DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry revealed in a press conference that Indian and Afghan weapons were used in the attack, linking it to ongoing efforts to destabilize Pakistan. The attack …
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for national unity and dialogue to combat terrorism following the hijacking of the Jaffar Express in Balochistan’s Bolan district. The attack, carried out by militants of the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), left 25 people dead, including 21 passengers and four security personnel. Security forces launched a two-day operation, successfully …
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Passengers of the Jaffar Express hijacking described the terrifying ordeal as “doomsday scenes” as militants stormed the train in Balochistan on Tuesday. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) attacked the train, which was carrying over 400 passengers, taking several hostage. Ishaq Noor, one of the passengers, recalled the chilling moments. “We held our breath throughout the …
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A militant train attack in Pakistan’s Balochistan province has left passengers in a dire situation. Armed men from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) ambushed the Jaffar Express, which was traveling from Quetta to Peshawar. The attackers bombed the railway track before storming the train in Sibi district, a remote mountainous area. Reports suggest that the …
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A powerful explosion shook Khuzdar’s Naal Bazaar, killing four people and injuring five. Police confirmed that an improvised explosive device (IED) was attached to a parked motorcycle and detonated remotely. Explosion in a Busy Market According to Naal police SHO Bahawal Khan Pindrani, the bomb was planted on a motorcycle beside a car. The explosion …
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Escalating violence in Balochistan leaves 18 soldiers and 24 fighters dead. Attack on Security Forces A Baloch separatist attack in southwestern Pakistan killed at least 18 paramilitary soldiers and 24 fighters, marking another violent escalation in the troubled region. The deadly ambush occurred when armed fighters opened fire on a vehicle carrying Frontier Corps …
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The Excise Department has launched an operation targeting non-custom paid (NCP) vehicles across Balochistan. The operation, which began on January 21, is being conducted in collaboration with local district administrations, Customs, and Police. The operation initially focuses on Quetta, Mastung, Sorab, Khuzdar, Kalat, Nushki, Turbat, and Nasirabad. Authorities plan to expand the campaign to other …
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A blast targeted a passenger bus in Balochistan’s Turbat on Saturday, leaving four people dead and 32 injured. Police confirmed the incident occurred in the New Bahman area. The bus was en route from Karachi to Turbat when the explosion struck. Rabia Tariq, spokesperson for the Balochistan inspector general of police’s office, confirmed the death …
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Balochistan has witnessed a remarkable 34 to 40 percent decline in malaria cases this year, thanks to strengthened preventive measures and coordinated efforts. Medical experts shared this encouraging update during the annual review meeting of the Malaria Control Program in Quetta, emphasizing the importance of sustained initiatives to combat this vector-borne disease. Collaborative Efforts Drive …
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Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned a terrorist attack on a train station in Balochistan province, southwestern Pakistan. The attack resulted in multiple casualties. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia expressed its firm rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism. In a statement, the Kingdom extended its deepest condolences and sincere sympathy …
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Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti emphasized the urgent need to empower youth with education to counter misinformation campaigns. Speaking at the “Safar Mualim” program organized by Voice of Balochistan, Bugti highlighted the importance of teachers in equipping young minds to discern and reject enemy propaganda aimed at destabilizing society. In this context, he underlined …
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In a significant operation against militancy, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in Balochistan confirmed the killing of three terrorists and arrest of two others during a targeted mission in the Musakhel district early Sunday. This anti-terrorism operation reflects CTD’s intensified efforts to curb activities of the proscribed Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), aiming to restore peace and …
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A bomb blast near a school in Balochistan’s Mastung district killed five people, including three children and a police officer, according to security officials. The explosion occurred as a van carrying schoolchildren and a police vehicle passed through the area. The tragic event has left the community in shock. Thirteen people sustained injuries, most of …
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QUETTA: An unidentified gunmen brutal attacked seven labourers in Panjgur district, Balochistan. The incident took place late Saturday night, according to police reports. The victims, all hailing from Punjab, were residing in a house in the Khuda-i-Abadan area of Panjgur when the gunmen stormed in and opened fire. Seven men are killed, and one person …
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