Balochistan
Baloch Yakhjeti Committee Announces One-Day Social Media Campaign
On 30 August, the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee is announcing a one-day social media campaign to highlight the ongoing human rights violations and enforced disappearances in Balochistan.
Voice for Baloch Missing Persons will hold a peaceful protest outside the Quetta Press Club at 4pm on Sunday, August 30
QUETTA: Voice for Baloch Missing Persons Chairman Nasrullah Baloch has announced that a peaceful protest will be held outside the Quetta Press Club at 4pm on Sunday, August 30, to mark the International Day of
30 August , International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
Across the world, this day is observed to remember those who have been forcibly disappeared. But for the Baloch people, enforced disappearance is not only something to remember once a year—it is a daily reality.
Farmers’ Committee and ex-chief minister condemn government actions in Mastung over security and agricultural issues
A farmers’ organisation along with former Balochistan Chief Minister Nawab Mohammad Aslam Raisani have voiced serious concerns regarding the recent government policies and security measures in Mastung. They warned that these actions could have detrimental
Balochistan and Sindh: Four individuals forcibly disappeared, four recovered
Four individuals have reportedly been forcibly disappeared from Quetta and Dera Bugti, raising concerns about enforced disappearances in these regions. According to sources, the victims include Majeed Shahwani, son of Ali Akbar, and Abdul Razzaq,
Berlin event honors Banuk Karima and Baloch women
A cultural and political event honoring the late Baloch activist Banuk Karima and highlighting the political struggles of Baloch women was held in Berlin on Sunday, organized by the Yaagi Art Collective. The program aimed
UN experts denounce student killing amid ongoing enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings of Baloch people
GENEVA – UN experts* today expressed grave concern over the alleged enforced disappearance, torture, and extrajudicial killing of Imran Ali in Balochistan and urged Pakistan to conduct a prompt and impartial investigation into the circumstances
Balochistan government fires 95 university professors over alleged ‘anti-state’ activities
The Balochistan government has taken action against individuals accused of engaging in “anti-state activities,” dismissing a total of 100 employees. Among those affected, 95 were university teachers, along with three officials from the health department
16-year-old schoolgirl abducted in Khuzdar
A 16-year-old schoolgirl has been reportedly abducted in Balochistan’s Khuzdar district. According to local sources, unidentified armed men kidnapped Sidra, the daughter of Allah Bakhsh, from Khattan Girls High School in Khuzdar and took her
Five People Enforced Disappearances; Four Have Been Recovered in Balochistan
Five individuals, including a 16-year-old student, have been forcibly disappeared from different regions within Balochistan. These cases are part of a troubling pattern of enforced disappearances that continue to affect the province. The disappearances involve
Kachhi: BRG Claims Attack on Death Squad Camp, Detains Member
The Baloch Republican Guards (BRG) has claimed responsibility for an attack on a pro-government militia camp located in Balochistan’s Kachhi district. The group announced that its fighters successfully targeted the facility, resulting in its destruction
Turbat: Family Claims Detained Man Died in Custody, Body Not Returned by Authorities
The family of a 24-year-old man from Kech has accused Pakistani forces of causing his death while in custody, claiming he was detained in Turbat earlier this month and that his body has not been
Rights Lawyers Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha Rearrested Hours After Pakistan’s Supreme Court Grants Bail
Human rights lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari and her husband, Hadi Ali Chattha, were rearrested on Thursday in a separate case shortly after the Supreme Court suspended their 17-year prison sentences and ordered their release on
Baloch Voice for Justice Initiates Campaign Demanding Safia Baloch’s Release
The Baloch Voice for Justice has launched a campaign calling for the safe recovery and release of 20-year-old student Safia Baloch. Safia Baloch, daughter of Abdul Khaliq and a resident of Killi Zayak in Basima,
BRG Claims Responsibility for Attacks on Jaffar Express Security and Commercial Vehicles; UBA Confirms Power Transmission Tower Explosions
The Baloch Republican Guards (BRG) has claimed responsibility for a series of attacks targeting security and commercial vehicles in Naseerabad. According to the group, fighters set up checkpoints near Notal in Naseerabad on Sunday morning,
Baloch Activist Gulzadi Baloch Sentenced to Life in Prison; Lawyers Question Court Proceedings
A court in Quetta has sentenced Baloch rights activist Gulzadi Baloch to life imprisonment in a murder case, according to her lawyers. They allege that the verdict was issued without recording her statement or giving
Nushki SHO Kidnapped Amid Ongoing Abductions in Balochistan
Unidentified armed men abducted the Station House Officer (SHO) of Mal Police Station from the Ahmed Wal area of Nushki late on Tuesday. This incident marks yet another in a series of abductions targeting police
Mahrang Baloch Reveals She Was Offered Release and European Residence to Abandon Her Political Struggle
Dr. Mahrang Baloch, leader of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), has revealed that she was offered her freedom from prison and a residence in Europe if she agreed to abandon her political activism. In a
British MP Calls on Ministers to Back Baloch Demands for Peace, Justice and Self-Determination
British Labour lawmaker John McDonnell urged the UK government on Thursday to recognise Baloch demands for self-determination and take a more active role in addressing human rights concerns in Balochistan. Speaking by video link to
BNM Presents Geneva Photo Exhibition on Enforced Disappearances in Balochistan
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) held a photo exhibition outside the United Nations office in Geneva, focusing on alleged enforced disappearances, collective punishment and the human rights situation in Balochistan. The organisation said the exhibition
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
Human Rights Group Released Alarming Report On Human Rights Situation In Balochistan
Paank, the human rights department of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), has released its monthly report for May 2023, documenting the alarming practice of enforced disappearances in Balochistan. The report reveals that 25 individuals were forcefully disappeared
28th May: The Day Pakistan Lost Balochistan – Nadir Baloch
Nuclear tests killed Ras Koh but opened a window to the world to see Balochistan. This killing of Baloch Land with nuclear bombs brought consideration to Balochistan and its geography. The Ras Koh is a
Baloch People’s Congress condemned the nuke tests on the ground of Balochistan
Baloch People’s Congress condemned the nuke tests on the ground of Balochistan by Pakistan. Baloch has the right to hold the state responsible and make Pakistan accountable. 28 May 1998 marks the day when Balochistan
Brave Baloch warrior, Shari Baloch is laid to rest
Mortal remains of Shari Baloch, who targeted Chinese teachers in an attack on the main gate of Karachi University on April 26 last year, were handed over to her family yesterday. Shari Baloch’s funeral prayer
