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Jaffar Express coaches derail after blast near Shikarpur

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Jaffar Express

SHIKARPUR: At least four coaches of the Jaffar Express derailed near Sultan Kot village in Shikarpur on Tuesday following an explosion on the railway track. The banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) is suspected to be behind the explosion on a railway track near Shikarpur that caused coaches of the Jaffar Express to derail, sources revealed. … Read more

Mastermind of Jaffar Express attack killed in Afghanistan

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Mastermind

KARACHI: Security sources have confirmed that notorious terrorist Gul Rahman, alias Ustad Murid, associated with Fitna al-Hindustan, has been killed in Afghanistan. According to reports, Gul Rahman was the mastermind behind the deadly Jaffar Express attack. Indian media and social media accounts have also claimed that he was killed in Afghanistan’s Helmand province on September … Read more

Musa Pak Express derails near Lahore

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Musa Pak

LAHORE: Railway services were disrupted on Monday after the Musa Pak Express derailed at Raiwind Railway Station, leaving four injured. According to railway officials, the train’s engine and two carriages derailed, leaving four people injured. The incident is said to have been caused by brake failure. Following the derailment, train operations on the affected track … Read more

Explosion on railway track near Mastung derails six carriages of Jaffar Express

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Explosion on railway track near Mastung derails six carriages of Jaffer Express

Quetta: An explosion on the railway track near Mastung caused six carriages of the Jaffar Express to derail on Sunday. According to railway officials, the Jaffar Express had departed from Quetta for Peshawar at 9:00 AM. The blast occurred near Mastung, just as the train was passing through the area. Fortunately, no passengers were injured … Read more

Jaffar Express derails after explosion near Shikarpur

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Jaffar Express

SHIKARPUR: A powerful explosion on a railway track near Humayun village caused three carriages of the Rawalpindi-bound Jaffar Express to derail, police confirmed on Monday. The train, which was en route to Quetta from Rawalpindi, encountered the blast on the track, resulting in the derailment. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, while emergency … Read more

Jaffar Express train derails after bomb explosion in Jacobabad

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Jaffar Express

JACOBABAD: An explosion on the railway track near the vegetable market in Jacobabad caused five coaches of the Jaffar Express to derail. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Saddam Khaskheli said no casualties were reported. Railway Police confirmed that the blast occurred while the Jaffar Express was passing over the track. Following the incident, train operations … Read more

US weapons used in BLA’s Jaffar Express attack: report

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US weapons

NEW YORK: A leading American newspaper has confirmed what Pakistan has always said that the terrorist groups based in Afghanistan are using, in their cross-border attacks, sophisticated weapons left behind by U.S. troops during 2021’s withdrawal from the war-torn country. “Many of the weapons wound up across the border in Pakistan, at arms bazaars and … Read more

Jaffar Express resumes service from Quetta

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Jaffar Express

QUETTA: The Jaffar Express resumed operation from Quetta Railway Station to Peshawar, carrying 400 passengers. Divisional Superintendent (DS)Railways said more than 400 passengers are departing on Jaffar Express today, foolproof arrangements have been made for security. The train service had been suspended since March 11 following a terrorist attack in the Mach area of Kachhi. … Read more

Air University students rally for peace in solidarity with Jaffar Express victims

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Air University students rally for peace in solidarity with Jaffar Express victims

Islamabad – Students at Air University came together for a peace walk to express solidarity with the victims of the tragic Jaffar Express attack. Organized by Shaoor Society in collaboration with the university’s Corporate Social Responsibility Society, the event saw a large turnout of students from various departments. Carrying banners with messages such as “March … Read more

Jaffar Express resumes its services after 15 days suspension

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Jaffar Express

PESHAWAR: Jaffar Express departed for Quetta after being suspended for 15 days due to the attack on train in Bolan area of Balochistan. Federal Minister for States and Frontier Regions, Gilgit Baltistan and Kashmir Affairs, Engr Amir Muqam reinagurated the Jaffar Express at Peshawar Railway Station here on Thursday. Talking to media, Engr Amir Muqam … Read more

Painting competition honors Heroes of Jaffar Express tragedy

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Painting competition honors Heroes of Jaffar Express tragedy

Islamabad: The National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) held a painting competition on March 26, 2025, at the Pakistan Museum of Ethnology to pay tribute to the heroes of the Jaffar Express train tragedy. The event provided university and college students from the twin cities with a platform to showcase their creativity … Read more

FIA arrests suspect involved in propaganda against state

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FIA

ISLAMABAD: Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested an accused allegedly involved in propaganda against state institutions during the Jaffar Express attack. The FIA took action and arrested the accused of campaigning against state agencies.  The spokesman said that the accused Haider Saeed was arrested from Bani Gala, Islamabad. The FIA ​​said the accused was also … Read more

NA passes unanimous resolution condemning Jaffar Express attack

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NA

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly unanimously passed a resolution reaffirming the country’s unwavering commitment to eliminating terrorism from every corner of the nation and safeguarding its sovereignty. The Resolution tabled by Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhary firmly condemned the hijacking of the Jaffar Express and all acts of terrorism that endanger the … Read more

29 hostage injured in Jaffar Express attack moved to Quetta

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QUETTA: As many as 29 hostage injured in the Jaffar Express hijacking were shifted to Quetta for treatment by the law enforcement agencies (LEA).

According to the hospital administration, 16 injured were taken to Combined Military Hospital (CMH)   and 13 were taken to Civil Hospital Quetta. The condition of the injured is out of danger.

According to the railway police, the martyrs were also among the railway police officer Shamroz.

The injured say the Pakistan Army helped them greatly.

Amjad Yaseen, the driver of Jaffar Express, which was targeted in a terrorist attack while travelling from Quetta to Peshawar, has been confirmed safe.

Yaseen, a resident of Changa Manga’s Chak No 17, survived the attack, as verified by his family. A video of him confirming his well-being has gone viral on social media.

A false reports circulated online claiming that he had lost his life in the attack. However, Yaseen personally called his brother, Amir, to assure him that he was completely unharmed.

Earleir, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said on Wednesday that the clearance operation, launched after the Jaffar Express train was attacked and hijacked, has been completed with all terrorists present killed.

 

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China strongly condemns terrorist attack on Jaffar Express in Balochistan

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China

BEIJING: China on Wednesday strongly condemned terrorist attack on Jaffar express in Balochistan province and vowed to continue its firm support to Pakistan in combating terrorism, maintaining solidarity and social stability and protecting the safety of civilians. “We noted the reports and strongly condemn this terrorist attack,” Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning said during … Read more

President, PM strongly condemn terrorist attack on Jaffar Express

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President

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister  Shehbaz Sharif have strongly condemned the cowardly terrorist attack on the Jaffar Express in Dhadar area of Bolan. In their separate statements, they lauded the security forces for their bravery and professionalism demonstrated in the operation. The President said attacks on unarmed civilians and passengers are inhumane … Read more

Security forces rescued 190 passengers from hijakced train

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BOLAN: Security forces successfully rescued 190 hostage passengers and killed 30 terrorists who hijacked Jaffar Express in Bolan District of Balochistan. The terrorists are using suicide bombers innocent people while security forces are taking careful caution because of the hostages. Earlier, 58 men, 31 women and 15 children were reported among the 107 passengers recovered … Read more

26 killed, 40 others injured in suicide blast at Quetta railway station

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Quetta

QUETTA: At least 26 people were killed and 40 others were injured in  in a suicide  blast at Quetta railway station on Saturday.

According to rescue sources, 26 people died in the explosion while 40 were injured in the blast. Sources have said that the injured are being shifted to the hospital.

The rescue teams have been rushed to the blast site and shifted bodied and injured to nearby hospital.

According to the railway authorities, Jaffar Express was supposed to leave for Peshawar at 9 o’clock, the train was not yet on the platform. The blast occurred near reservation office.

On the other hand, according to Dr. Noor Ullah of Civil Hospital Quetta, an emergency has been declared in the hospital while additional doctors and staff have been called for medical assistance.

Talking to the media, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP ) Operation Quetta Muhammad Baloch confirmed that death of several people due to the explosion at the railway station,

He said initially explosion seems to be a suicide.

He explosion happened when a large number of passengers were on the platform to depart from the Jaffar Express.

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti expressed his deepest condolences over the tragic loss of life and those who sustained injuries in the early Saturday morning Quetta blast.

In a message on private news channel, he strongly condemned the Quetta blast, stating that police and rescue teams swiftly responded to the scene.

He emphasized that the terrorist attack targeted innocent civilians, which is utterly inhumane.

May our collective grief translate into action against terrorism and our resolve for peace only grow stronger, he added.

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Train operation from Quetta resumes after 46-days

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Quetta train operations suspended amid security issues

QUETTA: Train services from Quetta to other parts of the country have been restored after 46 days following the repair of the railway bridge in Bolan.

The Jaffar Express has left Quetta for Peshawar after a 46-day suspension. The Divisional Superintendent of Railways, Imran Hayat, said that train services were restored after one and half months, with the damaged bridge being rebuilt.

Talking to journalists, DS Quetta said the suspension of train service caused Rs 1.5 million loss to the Pakistan Railways.

He also informed that the Bolan Mail from Karachi is also scheduled to depart for Quetta today, with enhanced security measures in place.

Passengers expressed joy over the restoration of the service, noting that it is a relief after facing significant challenges during the disruption.

The train service was halted due to the destruction of the railway bridge at Dozan area by terrorists. The Pakistan Railways team repaired the damaged bridge in just one and a half month.

Authorities have assured that foolproof security arrangements have been put in place to ensure the safety of passengers.

On August 26, terrorists launched coordinated attacks on civilians and government properties across several districts in Balochistan.

Among the damaged infrastructure was a British-era bridge situated between the Kolpur and Dozan railway stations in Bolan.

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Explosion in Jaffar Express killed one, seven injured

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Explosion took place in Jaffar Express killed a woman The incident left seven people injured Sources said that incident took place due to a cylinder QUETTA: A terrible explosion has been reported in a bogie of Jaffar Express going from Quetta to Peshawar that has killed a woman and left seven people injured. As per … Read more

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