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District administration launches crackdown on price violations

District administration launches crackdown on price violations, plastic bags, and illegal mini petrol pumps

QUETTA: The district administration, under the supervision of special magistrates, carried out extensive inspections and enforcement actions across multiple sub-divisions, including City, Sariab, and Saddar, targeting price control violations, the use of banned plastic bags, encroachments, and illegal mini petrol pumps. In this regard, a total of 82 shops and markets were inspected during the […]

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CM Bugti pays surprise visit to Pishin bus stop, orders immediate action on public issues

CM Bugti pays surprise visit to Pishin bus stop, orders immediate action on public issues

PISHIN: The Chief Minister of Balochistan, Sarfraz Bugti, made an unannounced visit to the Pishin Bus Stop to review the situation regarding cleanliness, traffic congestion, and encroachments in the area. In this regard, the Chief Minister showed concern over the problems faced by citizens and directed the Commissioner of Quetta Division to take immediate and

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Balochistan govt Urges ECP to delay Quetta local elections

Balochistan govt urges ECP to delay Quetta local elections

QUETTA: The Balochistan government has formally requested the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to postpone the upcoming Quetta local government elections, citing harsh weather conditions and security concerns. According to ECP sources, the provincial government has sent an official letter to the commission seeking a delay in the polls. The letter stated that the ongoing

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Pakistan and Iran target $10bn bilateral trade by 2028

Pakistan and Iran target $10bn bilateral trade by 2028

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met with Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam on Saurday to discuss steps for further strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation between Pakistan and Iran. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Commerce, the minister congratulated the Iranian envoy on the successful conclusion of the 22nd

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Key Khawarij commander killed in Harnai operation

Key Khawarij commander killed in Harnai operation

HARNAI: Security forces killed a key commander of the Indian proxy Fitna al Khawarij, identified as Saifullah, along with four associates during an intelligence-based operation in Harnai district, officials said on Saturday. The operation marked the second major setback for Fitna al Khawarij in a week. Earlier on Thursday, Pakistan’s military said it had killed

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Four long-active robbers in fake police uniforms killed in Peshawar

Four long-active robbers in fake police uniforms killed in Peshawar

PESHAWAR: Peshawar police killed four members of a dangerous inter-district robbery gang during an early morning operation on Saturday. The suspects had been disguising themselves in police and Frontier Corps (FC) uniforms to carry out robberies across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to police, the gang recently looted millions of rupees and gold ornaments from a doctor’s

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Torkham Border opens for Afghans

Pakistan reopens Torkham Border for Afghan returnees, keeps trade suspended

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan reopened the Torkham border crossing on Saturday to allow the repatriation of Afghan nationals, though bilateral trade through the route remains suspended. The decision comes amid efforts to ease tensions following weeks of closure due to cross-border hostilities. According to reports from Khyber district, local authorities confirmed that the border has been reopened

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Authorities announce comprehensive plan to combat child abuse in Balochistan

QUETTA: Government officials and child protection experts have reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding children in Balochistan during a consultative workshop. The event, organized by the Social Welfare Department and UNICEF, focused on the full implementation of the Balochistan Child Protection Act of 2016. Director General of Social Welfare, Abdul Nasir Dotani, chaired the meeting, which

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Crisis to control: Gwadar sees positive change in water situation

Gwadar’s water crisis met with coordinated relief from multiple agencies

GWADAR: A major multi-agency effort is underway to tackle the severe water crisis in Gwadar and its surrounding regions. On the instructions of the Balochistan government, various institutions have supplied millions of gallons of water through pipelines, desalination plants, and a large fleet of water tankers.   Substantial water supplies were delivered from key dams.

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 Sindh, KP dealers warn of strikes against fuel price deregulation

Petrol prices increased by Rs2.43, diesel by Rs3.02 per litre

ISLAMABAD: The government has announced new petroleum prices for the next fortnight, implementing a mixed adjustment that sees key fuels like petrol and diesel become more expensive. According to a notification from the Ministry of Finance, the new prices are effective from midnight tonight. The price of petrol has been increased by Rs 2.43 per

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