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Govt Approves Rs2.1B for Bullet-Proof Transport for Students in Balochistan

Govt Approves Rs2.1B for Bullet-Proof Transport for Students in Balochistan

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ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved additional funding of Rs2.1 billion for the purchase of bullet-proof vehicles to transport Army Public School students in Balochistan, officials said on Tuesday. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) chaired by Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb. The funds will be used to […]

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Balochistan to get Rs. 673 billion under NFC Award in fiscal year 2025–26

Balochistan finalizes strategy to secure greater share in upcoming NFC Award

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QUETTA: The Balochistan government has initiated formal consultations to formulate a comprehensive strategy for the upcoming National Finance Commission (NF) Award, a critical mechanism for federal resource distribution. A high-level review meeting was held under the chairmanship of Provincial Finance and Minerals Minister, Mir Shoaib Nosherwani, to solidify the province’s stance. During the meeting, the

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The death of a 24-year-old MBA student, Anjel Chakma, has ignited nationwide condemnation and renewed fierce political debate over hate crimes and minority safety in India. Chakma, an East Indian from Tripura

“Goons” inspired by Modi, BJP’s Hindutva ideology kill tribal youth in racial attack

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UTTRAKHAND : The death of a 24-year-old MBA student, Anjel Chakma, has ignited nationwide condemnation and renewed fierce political debate over hate crimes and minority safety in India. Chakma, an East Indian from Tripura who was set to begin a job with a French multinational, died on December 26 after a brutal attack in Dehradun

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Cardiac crisis deepens in Balochistan as 2025 sees sharp rise in heart diseases

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QUETTA: Health officials in Balochistan have raised the alarm over a steady and concerning rise in cardiac diseases across the province, with the year 2025 showing a significant acceleration in cases compared to the previous two years. This growing epidemic is placing immense strain on the region’s specialized healthcare infrastructure. The Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed

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BLA Groomed Fatherless Girl for Karachi Attack, CTD Reveals After Foiling Plot

Jamal Raisani condemns BLA for grooming Baloch girl in foiled Karachi plot

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QUETTA:The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in Karachi has thwarted a major terrorist attack, crediting timely intervention during a snap check for preventing potential catastrophe. The operation led to the recovery of a minor girl who had been brought to the city from Balochistan. During the investigation, a deeply concerning trend was uncovered. The rescued minor revealed

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Russia has announced the deployment of its new nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system to neighboring Belarus, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. The move came a day after Moscow alleged, without providing evidence, that Ukraine conducted a large-scale drone attack on President Vladimir Putin's residence.

Russia sends nuclear missiles to Belarus after claimed drone attack on Putin residence

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MOSCOW: Russia has announced the deployment of its new nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system to neighboring Belarus, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. The move came a day after Moscow alleged, without providing evidence, that Ukraine conducted a large-scale drone attack on President Vladimir Putin’s residence. Russian state media released footage showing the missile system

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Meena Majeed Baloch condemns mobile tower arson in Mand

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QUETTA: Balochistan’s Provincial Advisor for Sports and Youth Affairs, Meena Majeed Baloch, issued a strong condemnation on Wednesday following the torching of multiple mobile phone towers by terrorist groups in the Mand area. In an official statement, the advisor denounced the acts as “cowardly and terrorist,” warning that such sabotage campaigns pose a direct obstacle

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Ahsan Iqbal departs for a five-day visit of China

Pakistan’s economy shows strong rebound with 3.71% GDP growth in Q1 FY2026

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Pakistan’s economy has registered a robust start to the fiscal year 2026, posting a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate of 3.71% in the first quarter (July-September). The figure, announced by Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal, marks a significant acceleration of 2.15 percentage points compared to the 1.56% growth recorded in the same quarter

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the Government of Balochistan has formally declared educational services across the province as an "essential service," imposing a blanket ban on all strikes,

Balochistan imposes six-month ban on strikes in all educational institutions

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QUETTA: In a significant move to ensure educational continuity, the Government of Balochistan has formally declared educational services across the province as an “essential service,” imposing a blanket ban on strikes, lockouts, and illegal actions in the sector for the next six months. The decision, enacted under the Balochistan Essential Education Services Act of 2019,

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Quetta and highlands receive season’s heaviest snowfall; More forecast

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QUETTA: A widespread weather system brought significant rainfall and heavy snowfall to numerous districts across Balochistan on Tuesday, plunging the province into a deep freeze and disrupting daily life in several regions. The spell began early Tuesday, with moderate rainfall recorded in Quetta, Zhob, Ziarat, Pishin, Qila Abdullah, and several southern coastal and western districts

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