Balochistan
Woman previously enforced disappeared now presented as an alleged suicide bomber
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti announced that Pakistani security forces thwarted a major attack by apprehending a woman believed to be preparing for a suicide bombing. During a press conference in Quetta on Monday, Bugti
Missing man’s body discovered in Turbat
The body of a young man who was previously reported missing has been found in Kech district, Balochistan. Local sources and human rights activists confirmed the recovery, raising concerns about enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings
Four individuals, including the University of Gwadar vice-chancellor, were allegedly abducted in Mastung
Four individuals, including senior officials from the University of Gwadar, were reportedly abducted in the Mastung district of Balochistan, according to local and official sources. The victims include the university’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Abdul Razzaq
The party will launch a campaign on the occasion of May 28, Youm-e-Asrokh. BNM
The spokesperson of the Baloch National Movement stated in a press release that an international awareness campaign will be launched regarding the nuclear tests conducted on May 28, 1998, in the Chagai region of Balochistan
Seven more enforced disappearance cases reported across various districts in Balochistan
Reports of seven additional alleged enforced disappearance cases have emerged from various districts across Balochistan. The cases involve a diverse group of individuals, including a minor boy, a singer, laborers, a fisherman, and a driver.
Dr Sabiha Baloch denounces threats against VBMP Protest Camp
Baloch Yakjehti Committee leader Dr. Sabiha Baloch has publicly stated that enforced disappearances are an “unconstitutional, illegal and immoral” practice. She condemned the reported threats against Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) aimed at shutting
BLA asserts 82 Pakistani military personnel killed in Quetta cantonment train attack
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for an attack near Quetta, asserting that 82 Pakistani military personnel were killed and over 121 injured in the assault on a military shuttle train on Sunday,
Balochistan: Escalation of military operations and restrictions following train bombing
Authorities in Balochistan have heightened security measures in response to recent threats and incidents, including a train attack in Quetta. Following the attack, security forces launched an operation in the nearby mountainous regions, particularly in
Karachi: Family claims Habiba Pirjan abducted and disappeared again
The family of Habiba Pirjan, a woman from Karachi, has alleged that she was forcibly disappeared during a late-night raid carried out by Pakistani forces in the city’s Baldia Town area. According to their account,
Eid al-Adha in Balochistan: Protests over missing persons and political demonstrations
During Eid al-Adha celebrations across various districts of Balochistan, protests and political statements highlighted ongoing tensions, human rights concerns, and the issue of enforced disappearances in the region. In Quetta, the provincial capital, families of
Balochistan: Military raids result in alleged enforced disappearances of 10 individuals
Reports have emerged of alleged enforced disappearances involving at least ten individuals across different areas of Balochistan. These incidents follow raids and operations reportedly conducted by Pakistani forces in the districts of Nushki, Khuzdar, and
BNP calls for protests following detention of Sardar Naseer Musiani and his sons in Zehri Operation
The Balochistan National Party (BNP) has announced plans to hold protests across Balochistan in response to the detention of senior party leader Sardar Naseer Ahmed Musiani and his sons by Pakistani forces during an operation
BNM Alerts of Imminent Humanitarian Crisis as Curfew Persists in Mashkay, Balochistan
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) announced on Tuesday that a strict curfew has been in place for the past two weeks in Mashkay, an area located in Balochistan’s Awaran district. The party described the situation
BNP organizes demonstrations across Balochistan
The Balochistan National Party (BNP) organized protests in Quetta and various other regions of Balochistan on Thursday to voice their opposition against recent state actions. The protests were sparked by a raid on the home
Acid attack on female doctor at Quetta hospital leads to suspect’s fatal police encounter
A female doctor at Civil Hospital Quetta was gravely injured on Saturday when a hospital employee allegedly threw acid on her, police reported. The incident has shocked the local community and raised concerns about safety
BLA confirms death of Lieutenant Colonel Arsalan Haleem; BRAS and BRG announce separate attacks
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for an armed attack near Turbat on Sunday, which resulted in the deaths of Lieutenant Colonel (retd) Arsalan Haleem and three other individuals. The attack took place in
US, UK, and France halt Pakistan-China proposal to add BLA to UN terror list
A joint effort by Pakistan and China to have the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and its specialized unit, the Majeed Brigade, added to the United Nations Security Council’s 1267 sanctions list has been temporarily postponed.
Attacks on mineral convoy in Noshki: 10 vehicles set ablaze from a 60-vehicle caravan
Armed men targeted a convoy of approximately 60 vehicles transporting minerals in Balochistan’s Noshki district on Wednesday, according to local sources. The attackers set at least 10 vehicles on fire, causing significant damage and disrupting
According to the economic survey, Balochistan has the highest poverty rate in Pakistan
Balochistan has become Pakistan’s poorest region, with the poverty rate climbing to 47 percent, according to the Pakistan Economic Survey 2025–26. This alarming figure indicates that nearly half of the population in the Balochistan is
BLA announces twelve-day campaign of highway attacks and mineral vehicle destruction
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a series of coordinated attacks across Balochistan over a twelve-day period. According to their statement, fighters carried out 11 operations targeting vehicles, commercial convoys, and key
July Report: Human Rights Group Released Alarming Report On Human Rights Situation In Balochistan
The Human Rights Department of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), Paank, has unveiled its report for July 2023, shedding light on an alarming surge in human rights abuses within Balochistan. According to the report, 57
Kech: Tragic Roadside Explosion Claims Seven Lives, Including UC Chairman
A tragic incident occurred on Monday in the Balagatar area of Balochistan’s district Kech, resulting in the loss of seven lives, including the Chairman of Balgatar’s Union Council (UC). According to law enforcement officials, a
The establishment of Pak-China University in Gwadar is the right of the Baloch children- Dr. Abdul Malik Baloch
Former Chief Minister of Balochistan and Central President of National Party Dr. Abdul Malik Baloch has said that the resolution passed in the National Assembly to build Pak China Gwadar University in Lahore is unacceptable
Concerns over involvement of Pakistani secret services’ grew as youth disappeared in Balochistan
On Tuesday, a youth was forcefully taken away from the Kharan district of Balochistan, sparking concern over his well-being and whereabouts. According to reports, the Pakistani secret services are allegedly responsible for the detention of
CPEC: The Corridor to Balochistan Genocide
Balochistan is rich not only in oil and gas reserves, but also the region boasts gold, coal, copper, iron ore, titanium and uranium deposits. Pakistan cannot afford to lose Balochistan which may hurt its national
BNC extends full support to PM of Exile Government of Balochistan.
PRESS RELEASE* BNC extends full support to PM of Exile Government of Balochistan. *Washington DC:* The Balochistan National Council (BNC), a US based Baloch body for freedom and justice for Baloch people, extends full support
Suicide: An exacerbating conundrum In Balochistan
Self-destruction is not a distinctive or an inconsequential conundrum rather is one of the leading causes of death worldwide among people aged 15 to 44, but heretofore world seems to fall flat to track down
Demonstration at Quetta Press Club by VBMP
Nasrullah Baloch, chairman of Voice for Baloch Missing Persons, said in a statement that a demonstration will be held in front of the Quetta Press Club today on July 25 at 3 o’clock under the
Reko Diq, The Valley of Minerals and Marginalized Balochistan
Balochistan is endowed with natural resources and covers a large part of the territory about 45% of Pakistan with an estimated population of 19,255,648 as mentioned in the 2023 consensus is heretofore the least developed
Operation continues in Dera Bugti, three missing persons have been identified
The military operation has been going on for the past several days in Dera Bugti district of Balochistan, during the operation so far, the security forces have targeted innocent Baloch and made them the victim
Students of BUETK extend protest into a symbolic hunger strike camp, demanding the fulfillment of educational rights
During a press conference, the leaders of the Grand Students Alliance addressed the ongoing protests at Balochistan University of Engineering and Technology Khuzdar. They stated that for the past two months, students have been advocating
Four more are victims of enforced disappearance in Awaran and Quetta. Military operation continues in Awaran
A military operation is underway in Awaran district of Balochistan, while there are reports from Awaran and Quetta that four people have been forcibly disappeared by Pakistan forces. According to the details, Pakistani forces have
Successful Halt of Deportation and Protection of Baloch Political Activist’s Life
Baloch People’s Congress and Baloch Voice Association in a press release extend their heartfelt gratitude to the German authorities for their decisive action in halting the deportation of Baloch political activist Abdul Hameed Baloch and
BSO Azad expressed concern over increasing forced disappearances in Balochistan
The central spokesperson of Baloch Students Organization Azad expressed serious concern over the increase in cases of forced disappearances of Baloch students from Kech, Karachi, Gwadar and different areas of Balochistan in recent days and
Baloch demands UN Special Rapporteur, fact finding and monitoring missions for Balochistan
Prof. Naela Quadri Baloch demands UN Special Rapporteur, fact finding and monitoring missions for Balochistan to halt the ongoing genocide of Baloch people. While speaking in the 53rd regular session of the United Nations Human
Three Young Baloch forcibly disappeared
Three Young Baloch forcibly disappeared Karachi: Pakistani forces have forcibly disappeared two cousins among three young men from Karachi. The victims have been identified as Mohammad s/o Mehmood, resident of Jafarabad Khuzdar, Asim s/o Muhammad
Paank Calls for Urgent Action: End Enforced Disappearances in Balochistan and Uphold Human Rights
Paank Calls for Urgent Action: End Enforced Disappearances in Balochistan and Uphold Human Rights The ongoing and intensified practice of enforced disappearances in Balochistan is deeply concerning, where the days of happiness and celebration are
Readers Club expands its reach to other towns in Balochistan
Readers Club expands its reach to other towns in Balochistan. In a tweet on social media, the readers club has just announced Exciting news! The RC is expanding its reach to Wadh, just in time
The sorry state of coal mines in Balochistan
While the Pakistani state is in their deep slumber, poor Baloch workers are losing their lives with no means of adequate amenities Does the life of a laborer have no importance? His whole family is
The third central council session of the Baloch Students Action Committee ended on the second day of the third council session of the organization.
The third central council session of the Baloch Students Action Committee ended on the second day of the third council session of the organization. Shabbir Baloch was elected unopposed as the Chairman and Azhar Baloch
