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Jaffar Express train service back on track after 2 days

Jaffar Express train service back on track after 2 days

QUETTA: Pakistan’s railways on Wednesday restored Jaffar Express train service to and from Balochistan. The Jaffar Express remained suspended for two days due to heavy rains, officials said. According to a Pakistan Railways statement, the Jaffar Express will depart from Quetta today for Peshawar, while the inbound Jaffar Express from Peshawar is expected to arrive […]

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Pakistan secures $6b for Reko Diq copper-gold project

Pakistan secures $6b for Reko Diq copper-gold project

ISLAMABAD: The Reko Diq copper-gold project has secured $6 billion in funding from the United States, Japan, and top global financial institutions. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank have already approved $1.05 billion. The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) brokered the deal. It marks Pakistan’s largest-ever foreign investment. Officials call it a

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Punjab calls in army as India releases water, floods hit multiple districts

Punjab calls in army as India releases water, floods hit multiple districts

LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved the deployment of army troops in six districts to rescue and relief operation after India released excess water into rivers flowing towards Pakistan, resulting in a rapid rise in water levels and flash flooding in low-lying areas. According to details, a flood emergency has been declared in several districts

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China grants $6 million to support housing projects in Balochistan

China grants $6 million to support housing projects in Balochistan

ISLAMABAD: Khurram Shehzad, Adviser to the Finance Minister has confirmed that Pakistan has received a $6 million grant from China to support the reconstruction of houses in Balochistan. According to the Economic Affairs Division’s monthly report on foreign economic assistance for July 2025, the Chinese government has officially disbursed the grant aimed at improving housing

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Monsoon death toll rises to 800 across Pakistan as rains wreak havoc

Monsoon death toll rises to 800 across Pakistan as rains wreak havoc

ISLAMABAD: The Death toll from torrential rains and flash flood across the country since June has climbed to 802 with over 1,088 people injured and nearly 7,465 houses damaged According to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has reported the highest number of fatalities at 479, followed by Punjab with 165, Gilgit-Baltistan

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Martyrs’ package for civil armed forces increased to Rs. 20 million

Martyrs’ package for civil armed forces increased to Rs. 20 million

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to increase the compensation package for the martyrs of Civil Armed Forces by up to 233%. According to report published by Dawn News, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has given approval for the summary to be presented before the federal cabinet for formal ratification. Once approved, the minimum compensation amount

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DC bans hidden compartments, extra fuel tanks in passenger vehicles

DC bans hidden compartments, extra fuel tanks in passenger vehicles

CHAGAI: Deputy Commissioner of Chagai, Ata Ul Munim, has banned the installation of hidden compartments and additional fuel tanks in buses and other passenger vehicles in Chagai district. According to the notification issued by the DC office, the directive follows the instructions of the Balochistan Government’s Department of Transport. All transport operators have been ordered

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Unannounced load shedding irks citizens in Quetta

Unannounced load shedding irks citizens in Quetta

QUETTA: Residents of Jan Muhammad road and nearby areas have been without electricity since 6 p.m. on Tuesday evening. According to reports, citizens reported that the unannounced outage has left families, especially children and the elderly, suffering in the extreme heat. Despite repeated attempts, the QESCO complaint center’s number has remained busy, leaving residents frustrated.

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Another arrest in Degari Case as police detain victim’s in-law

Another arrest in Degari Case as police detain victim’s in-law

QUETTA: Police in Balochistan have made further progress in the investigation of the recent “honor killing” case in the Degari area, as the police arrested the absconding brother-in-law of the murdered woman. According of reports, so far five individuals, including a tribal elder, have been arrested so far in connection with the case. Raids are

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