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Internet services restored in Balochistan after successful operation against militants

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QUETTA: Mobile internet services have been restored in various districts of Balochistan, including Quetta, after a six-day suspension, though 3G and 4G services remain offline in some areas. The shutdown was enforced due to security concerns amid an ongoing military operation against Fitna Al Hindustan militants. The announcement came via a press conference yesterday morning […]

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Balochistan Formally Merges Levies Force into Police QUETTA: The Balochistan government has officially and legally merged the Levies into the Police, ending a long-standing parallel law enforcement system in the province. The division between A and B areas has also been abolished. The announcement was made by Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti in a post on social media platform X. It was stated that a long-standing administrative ambiguity regarding uniform law enforcement in Balochistan has now officially been resolved. It was said that the decision will clarify state responsibility and further strengthen public security across the province. Earlier, a notification was issued by Chaman Deputy Commissioner Habib Ahmed Bangulzai. All Levies personnel were directed to immediately report to the Superintendent of Police, Chaman. Levies stations, checkposts, and pickets in the district were ordered to be handed over to the police. Levies in-charges were instructed to transfer all responsibilities to the police without delay. The transfer of authority from Levies to police in Chaman was ordered to be completed immediately. Implementation of the Home Department’s notification has begun in Chaman. The district’s security system has been placed under police control. The handover process is being carried out through documented procedures. Under the provincial government’s decision, the Sibi and Loralai divisions have been declared fully A areas. A notification was issued by Additional Chief Secretary Home Hamza Shafqaat. Police jurisdiction has been enforced in both divisions. The Levies Force in Sibi and Loralai has been merged into the Balochistan Police. Provincial and former federal Levies personnel will be absorbed into the police with their existing ranks and benefits. Levies personnel assigned to the CPEC Wing have also been directed to merge into the police force. The Police Act 2011 will be enforced in the merged areas. Levies budgets, weapons, police stations, checkposts, and records have been ordered to be transferred to the police. All Levies infrastructure in Sibi and Loralai is to be handed over immediately. Complete responsibility for law and order in the merged districts has been assigned to the police. District police chiefs will be authorized to provide personnel for law enforcement duties. The transition process in Sibi and Loralai has been ordered to be completed within 30 days. Commissioners of both divisions have been directed to oversee and complete the transition

Police rescue kidnapped mother and daughter in Dera Bugti

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DERA-BUGTI: In a daring nighttime operation, Dera Bugti District Police demonstrated exceptional efficiency by rescuing a kidnapped woman and her minor daughter while arresting the accused involved. The successful raid, conducted in the early hours, highlights the relentless efforts of law enforcement to combat crime and ensure justice in the region. Acting on the special

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Abusing Modi is the secret to his good health, says Indian PM

Abusing is the secret to his good health, says Indian PM

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New Delhi: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi jokingly revealed during a speech in the Rajya Sabha that the secret to his good health is consuming “two kilograms of abuses every day.” Speaking amid loud opposition protests, slogan-shouting, and a walkout by opposition members, Modi sarcastically remarked that for the past 25 years—since 2002—not a single

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Steve Smith remains, most expensive player of PSL 11

Steve Smith remains, most expensive player of PSL 11

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Lahore: Australian cricketer Steve Smith has become the most expensive player in Pakistan Super League (PSL) history. The newly introduced PSL franchise Sialkot Stallions has acquired the former Australian captain through a direct signing for the 11th edition of the league. The team made the announcement via social media, confirming that this will be Smith’s

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Military casualties in the Russia-Ukraine war

Military casualties in the Russia-Ukraine war

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KYIVE: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has disclosed that approximately 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed in the ongoing war with Russia. He made this revelation during an interview with the French television channel France 2. Zelenskyy stated that this figure includes both professional soldiers and those conscripted through mobilization. He noted that a significant number

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Pakistan Urges Resolution of Kashmir Dispute for Lasting Peace in South Asia

Pakistan Urges Resolution of Kashmir Dispute for Lasting Peace in South Asia

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday said that durable peace in South Asia will remain impossible unless the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan is resolved. He urged the international community to persuade India to halt alleged human rights violations in the region. Pakistan observes February 5 each year as Kashmir Solidarity Day. The

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Balochistan CM Warns Indian-Backed BLA Militants

Balochistan CM Warns Indian-Backed BLA Militants

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QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti has issued a firm warning to Indian-backed proxy group Fitna al-Hindustan and its supporters. In a statement, Bugti said Operation Radd-ul-Fitan in Balochistan sends a clear message to those spreading bloodshed and chaos. He described the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) as a group that targets innocent civilians and laborers.

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Pakistan Restores Train Services from Balochistan

Pakistan Restores Train Services from Balochistan

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways has decided to restore train services from Quetta to Peshawar and Chaman starting today. The Jaffar Express to Peshawar and the Chaman Passenger train will resume their scheduled operations, officials said. Railway authorities stated that the Jaffar Express, which had been suspended for five days, will depart for Peshawar at 9:00 a.m.

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