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Death toll from rains, flash floods in Balochistan jumps to 22: PDMA

Death toll from rains, flash floods in Balochistan jumps to 22: PDMA

QUETTA: The death toll from torrential rains and flash floods in Balochistan has risen to 22, according to a latest report issued by the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Tuesday. The report stated that torrential downpours and floods claimed 22 lives and left 11 others injured across several districts. The fatalities occurred due to

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Balochistan Food Authority seals substandard ice cream factories, water plant

Balochistan Food Authority seals substandard ice cream factories, water plant

QUETTA: The Balochistan Food Authority (BFA) sealed two ice cream factories and a water plant during operations in Quetta and Simli Kachlak. Officials said the ice cream units were using harmful chemicals, contaminated water, and substandard ingredients. The production areas were also found in extremely unhygienic conditions. The water plant was unregistered. It had no

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attack on house in Panjgur

Father, two sons among four killed in attack on house in Panjgur

PANJGUR: Unknown gunmen stormed a house in the Sordo area of Panjgur late Monday and opened indiscriminate fire, killing four people, including a father and his sons, and injuring another. According to police, the deceased have been identified as Ghulam Sarwar, son of Muhammad Noor, and his two sons, Islam and Nizam. The fourth one

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Two killed, 115 houses damaged as torrential rains hit Balochistan

Two killed, 115 houses damaged as torrential rains hit Balochistan

QUETTA: Heavy rains lashed several parts of Balochistan in the past 24 hours, killing two people and causing widespread damage. Ziarat, Khuzdar, Surab, Jhal Magsi, Harnai, and Kalat were among the affected districts. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), a woman and a child died in Harnai when the roof of their house

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Mobile internet remains suspended in Balochistan for two weeks

Mobile internet remains suspended in Balochistan for two weeks

QUETTA: Mobile phone internet services across Balochistan have remained suspended for two weeks, causing severe disruption to daily life. Citizens say the suspension has blocked students from attending online classes and left freelancers and online businesses struggling. Provincial authorities confirmed that services will remain suspended until August 31 due to security concerns. Last week, the

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Quetta Division shines with 37 golds to win Balochistan Games

Quetta Division shines with 37 golds to win Balochistan Games

QUETTA: Quetta Division secured the overall title at the second Balochistan Games, while Sibi Division finished second and Loralai Division took third place. The closing ceremony was held at Ayub Sports Complex under the supervision of the provincial Sports Department. Adviser to the Chief Minister on Sports, Meena Majeed, graced the event as the chief

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KP shuts universities and colleges amid torrential rain threat

KP shuts universities and colleges amid torrential rain threat

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Higher Education Department has announced the closure of all colleges and universities in the province’s winter zone from August 19 to August 25, 2025, due to forecasts of heavy rains, cloudbursts, and potential landslides. Steps taken to ensure safety The department said the decision was made to safeguard the lives

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Malaika Noor wins historic silver at Asian Open Judo Championship 2025

Malaika Noor wins historic silver at Asian Open Judo Championship 2025

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani judoka Malaika Noor made history by winning silver at the Asian Open Judo Championship 2025. She became the first Pakistani woman to win a medal at an Asian-level judo event. Noor, 20, competed in the 52kg category. She showed skill and resilience, defeating opponents from three countries to reach the final. In the

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NA Special Committee voices concern over delays in Balochistan honour killing case

NA Special Committee voices concern over delays in Balochistan honour killing case

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly’s Special Committee on Gender Mainstreaming showed serious concern over the delay in submission of challan by the Balochistan Police in the recent honour killing case of Bano Bibi and Ehsan Ullah. In this sense, last month, a video showing the killing of the couple went viral on social media, sparking outrage

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