Former Sindh CM Qaim Ali Shah has been tested positive for coronavirus, his daughter Nafisa confirms. On her Twitter account, Nafisa stated that Qaim was tested positive for the virus a few days back. “He has all the symptoms and is undergoing treatment and care at home under supervision of team of doctors. Pls pray … Read more
QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Jam Kamal Khan has directed the officials concerned to ensure early completion of dams to meet future water needs in the province. Chairing a meeting on implementation and progress of development projects of Irrigation and Public Health Engineering Department, he said the provincial government was taking possible measures to address … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The present government is giving top priority to the social and economic development of Balochistan, a senior official said on Thursday. During a meeting with Balochistan Governor Syed Zahoor Ahmed Agha, who called on him, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry said that unfortunately, no one had given attention to the economic … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Thursday set August 31 as the deadline for Covid vaccination, following which only vaccinated staff and people will be allowed to enter both public and private sector offices, including educational institutes, and travel in public transport. “We want people do their routine businesses…, we want nobody loses their job …and … Read more
Four people were injured and a Frontier Corps (FC) vehicle was damaged in a remote-controlled blast in the Hazar Ganji area on the outskirts of Quetta. A spokesman for the Balochistan Baloch Anti-Terrorism Department said in a statement that a remote-controlled bomb exploded outside the main gate of the vegetable market at 7.40 am. The … Read more
Two security personnel were martyred in an IED attack on security forces in Khuda Bux Bazar near Pasni on Thursday. According to Inter Services Public Relations Pakistan, the martyred personnel were identified as Captain Affan Masood and Sepoy Babar Zaman. The military media wing stated that a search operation was under way to apprehend the … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Chinese investors have expressed their willingness to invest in the South Balochistan package, a government official said on Tuesday. Briefing newsmen, Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar said that the Chinese investors would invest over $1 billion in this project. The South Balochistan project was 35 times bigger than the Phase-1 … Read more
Five alleged terrorists have been executed in the exchange of fire with Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) officials in Quetta’s Hazarganji. Five terrorists were killed in the exchange of fire in Hazarganji and their bodies are being shifted to the hospital, stated spokesperson CTD. It added that arms and explosive material were recovered from their compound. Whereas, … Read more
KARACHI: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has issued around 36 licences during the nine months (July-March) 2021, aimed at promoting the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector and ensuring provision of the environment-friendly fuel across the country, especially in the far-flung areas at controlled rates throughout the year. The authority granted one licence for … Read more
Balochistan presented a budget of Rs584.1 billion on Friday, with a huge amount of Rs237.2 billion allocated for development and a deficit of Rs84.6 billion as a result of the protest by the Opposition. Several members from the Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl, Balochistan National Party-Mengal and Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party and independent members have been camping outside … Read more
A fisherman from Pishkan, Balochistan caught a 48 kg rare fish belongs to the croaker species from the coast of Jewani which was sold for a hefty sum of Rs 72 lakh. According to the details, Sajid Haji Aba Bakar said that the credit for catching valuable croaker fish goes to the owner of the … Read more
Spokesperson Pakistan Armed Forces, Major General Babar Iftikhar said that 23 years ago on this day, Pakistan restored the balance of power in the region by successfully establishing credible minimum nuclear deterrence. In his message on Twitter, DG-ISPR said, Armed Forces and the nation pays tribute to all those involved in making this dream come … Read more
Earthquake tremors have been felt in different areas of the Khuzdar district of Balochistan. According to the Seismological Center, the magnitude of the earthquake was 4.2 on the Richter scale. No casualties have been reported so far in the quake, but the tremors were so severe that people rushed out of their homes chanting the … Read more
President Dr. Arif Alvi has said that development projects will provide employment to the youth of Balochistan. President Dr. Arif Alvi called on Governor Balochistan Amanullah Yasinzai on Monday at Governor House. As per the details, The political situation in the country and development plans of the federal government in Balochistan were discussed during the … Read more
3 FC soldiers embraced shahadat while 5 injured in the line of duty during two separate terrorist activities in Quetta and Turbat areas of Balochistan. According to the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR), in Margret, Quetta terrorists targeted FC troops deployed on security duties. During the exchange of fire 3, FC soldiers embraced shahadat while 1 … Read more
Pakistan recorded 118 deaths in the last 24 hours by novel coronavirus taking the national death tally to 18,915. According to the COVID-19 National Dashboard, the number of confirmed cases has surged to 858,026 after the inclusion of 3,785 cases of COVID-19 in a single day. Punjab remains the worst-hit province in terms of deaths … Read more
In the Dera Bugti district of Balochistan, Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has foiled major terrorist incidents by taking timely action. According to CTD officials, a large number of arms and ammunition were recovered from the terrorists’ hideout in Suri Nala. CTD officials further said that the weapons include anti-tank mines, mortar shells, remote control devices and … Read more
Earthquake tremors were felt in Mastung, Bolan and other areas of Balochistan. The earthquake spread fear and panic among the people and they came out of their houses reciting the Kalima Tayyaba. According to the seismological centre, the magnitude of the quake was 4 on the Richter scale while its epicentre was 40 km east … Read more
Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that his government is fully focusing on the uplift of Balochistan. According to the details, the Prime Minister addressed the ground-breaking ceremony of various projects in Quetta today. During his address, Prime Minister Imran Khan reiterated determination of his government to develop Western route of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor … Read more
One policeman was martyred while eight others got severely injured in a bomb blast in Chaman’s Qilla Abdullah Bazaar on Wednesday. According to the details, the deceased and injured have been shifted to the Qilla Abdullah Civil Hospital. Police officials said that a remote-controlled explosive device planted on a motorcycle went off near a police … Read more
A bus accident in Uthal (Lasbela District, Balochistan) has taken 14 lives and injured several, rescue sources said on Tuesday. According to the details, the accident took place at Sakan near Wayaro Farm when the passenger coach driver lost control of the speeding vehicle. The deceased include children as well, the rescue officials said. The … Read more
A blast has been reported at a security forces check post in the Cinema Chowk area of Turbat. According to the media, there are reports of injuries but no deaths. Law enforcement agencies cordoned off the area and kicked off a search operation to arrest the culprits. Rescue officials say that the blast was heard … Read more
Thousands of Shia Hazara mourners, who have blockaded various parts of Sindh and Balochistan have refused to end their sit-in which entered the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday Hazara community members are protesting against the recent brutal killing of 11 community members in Machh area of Balochistan. A large number of Hazara community members along … Read more
At least 11 miners were shot dead while four others were injured in Mach area of Kachi district on Sunday. As per reports, security forces have cordoned off the area after unidentified assailants opened fire in a coal field. Police officials are collecting evidence from the place of the unfortunate incident. The injured were taken … Read more
Two people were killed and seven others were injured in a blast in Panjgur district of Balochistan. According to police sources, the blast occurred during a football match at a local ground, which also damaged nearby vehicles. The blast killed two people and injured seven, sources said. Police and other law enforcement teams rushed to … Read more
Fast bowler Hasan Ali made a thriving comeback by taking ten wickets for Central Punjab, leading his team to a 9-wicket victory over Balochistan in Quaid-e-Azam Trophy on Wednesday in Karachi. The defending champions chased down the target of 47 with comfort after they bowled Balochistan for 285 as they imposed the follow-on. Central Punjab … Read more
The security forces have foiled a terrorism attempt in Southern Balochistan, ISPR reported today. According to the Pakistan Army Public Relations (ISPR), the security forces foiled a possible major terrorist operation in South Balochistan on the basis of intelligence. Security forces killed a dangerous terrorist in an operation in the Balada area of Kutch district. … Read more
Chairman of Pakistan People’s Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has virtually addressed the PDM Quetta Jalsa today and said,
“PPP will not back down from PDM.”
The PPP leader appreciated the people of Balochistan and said,
“The people of Balochistan are brave, they know how to take their rights. The people of Balochistan have sacrificed their blood for rights.”
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