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Balochistan dam projects face major delays, funding woes
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Senate Standing Committee on Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives has voiced worry about the delays in dam construction in Balochistan, which are mostly the result of financial problems and growing project expenses
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Balochistan National Party, civil society condemn crackdown on Baloch acti
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Protests against the arrest of Mahrang Baloch and members of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) continued throughout Balochistan on Sunday as political parties and civil society organisations voiced their opposition, according to a report by The Balochistan Post (TBP).
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Pakistani state disrupts protest camp outside Quetta press club
Updated : 10 months, 4 weeks ago IST
BYC further stated that earlier today, the families of Mahrang Baloch, Sabghatullah Shah Jee, Bebagar Baloch, Gulzadi Baloch, Beebow Baloch, and others--who remain in unlawful and unconstitutional detention--came together to hold a peaceful protest against ongoing state oppression.
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Balochistan: Protest camp set up in Quetta demanding release of Baloch pol
Updated : 10 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Families of Baloch political prisoners have launched a protest camp outside the Quetta Press Club, urging authorities to release their loved ones and end what they describe as unlawful detentions, as reported by The Balochistan Post.
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BYC leader's home raided amid ongoing crackdown in Balochistan
Updated : 11 months ago IST
According to Baloch, the incident took place around midday when a group of unidentified individuals stormed into his home.
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Pakistan LoP criticises govt over claims of Balochistan development
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Speaking to reporters, Omar Ayub questioned the source of funding for Balochistan's development. He accused Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of deceit, particularly regarding the Petroleum Development Levy, and questioned its sustainability.
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Pakistan: BNP-M calls off sit-in against arrest of Baloch activists, annou
Updated : 11 months ago IST
The BNP-M had launched the long march to protest the arrest of BYC chief organiser Mahrang Baloch, other leaders and workers, and police crackdowns on a sit-in. Mengal had said that the BNP-M would hold a march on Quetta but was kept at bay by the government.
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Three people forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces in Balochistan: Repo
Updated : 11 months ago IST
In Pasni, Gwadar district, personnel from the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) allegedly carried out a late-night raid on a house in the Babbar Shor area on April 14. During the operation, a young man identified as Shaukat was detained and taken away, the report said.
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Pak: Balochistan High Court dismisses petition for Mahrang's release
Updated : 11 months ago IST
The Balochistan High Court dismissed a petition for the release of Mahrang Baloch, directing the petitioner to approach the home department. The case stems from escalating protests in Balochistan over the detention of Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leaders, including Mahrang, who are accuse
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US-made weapons found in Jaffar Express hijack site, Washington Post claim
Updated : 11 months ago IST
The attack took place on March 11, when the Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express -- carrying 440 passengers -- was ambushed. Several hostages were taken during the assault, prompting a two-day security operation to neutralize the threat and rescue the captives.
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Spinner Usman Tariq reported for suspect bowling action for second time in
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Quetta Gladiators off-spinner Usman Tariq has been reported for a suspect bowling action during their clash against Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL).
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Baloch students to launch protest movement over prolonged closure of BMC c
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Students at Bolan Medical College (BMC) in Quetta have announced a major protest movement due to the extended closure of their institution, which has jeopardised the academic year of countless medical students, as reported by The Balochistan Post (TBP).
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