WASHINGTON: US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce has said that it would not be surprising if President Donald Trump attempted to mediate the Kashmir dispute between Pakistan and India. The Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan resurfaced during a US State Department briefing on Tuesday, while responding to a question about Trump’s offer to mediate, […]
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QUETTA: The political analysts have stated that many of the individuals labeled as “missing persons” by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) are, in fact, trained militants affiliated with banned Indian-funded outfits such as the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and the Baloch Republican Army (BRA). According to details, many of the missing persons are trained militants
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BRUSSLES: A Pakistani diplomatic delegation held a significant meeting with the European Union in Brussels, Belgium. The delegation included Sherry Rehman, Dr. Musadik Malik, Faisal Subzwari, and others. During the discussions, Senator Sherry Rehman strongly criticized India’s aggressive stance, stating, “India has intruded into Balochistan. We seek lasting solutions through dialogue, not force. India’s behavior
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WASHINGTON: General Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), has hailed Pakistan as a critical partner in the global fight against terrorism during a briefing to the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee. Speaking before the committee, General Kurilla emphasized that ISIS-Khorasan (ISIS-K) remains one of the most active terrorist organizations worldwide.
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QUETTA: The Government of Balochistan has approved the establishment of a Climate Change Fund aimed at addressing the growing environmental challenges facing the province. Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti stated that Balochistan is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, and this fund will be a key tool in responding to those threats.
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QUETTA: Facing persistent threats from India-backed insurgent groups and rising sectarian violence, the Government of Balochistan has significantly increased its budget for counter-terrorism and law enforcement in the fiscal year 2024–2025. The allocation now stands at Rs84 billion, marking a 53% surge from the previous year’s Rs54.9 billion. Key components of this enhanced budget include
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QUETTA: An important meeting was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Quetta, Captain (R) Meharullah Badini, to review preparations for Muharram. The meeting was attended by SSP Operations, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Revenue), Assistant Commissioners of Sadar and Saryab, representatives of the Shia Conference, and local Tehsildars. The session focused on ensuring law and order
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QUETTA: Massive Fire Erupts in Olive Forests of Shinghar, Locals Battling Flames on Their Own A massive fire broke out last night in the olive forests of Shinghar and Sapar Mountain in Shirani district, which continues to rage uncontrollably. According to local sources, strong winds are causing the fire to spread rapidly, posing a serious
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QUETTA: Balochistan is currently experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures nearing 50°C. According to the Meteorological Department, scorching weather continues across various parts of the province, while light rainfall is expected in some areas over the coming days. In Quetta, the maximum temperature was recorded at 39°C. Meanwhile, Sibi remains gripped by extreme heat, with
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QUETTA: Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti will preside over the session, during which discussions will be held on the budget and Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for the fiscal year 2025–26. All members of the Balochistan cabinet have been instructed to attend the meeting. It is worth mentioning that Rs 300 billions have been reserved
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