Balochistan
Warning of increasing instability in Pakistan: Zalmay Khalilzad raises concerns
Zalmay Khalilzad, the former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan, has issued a grave warning about the escalating instability in Pakistan, attributing it to a rise in attacks by the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and various Baloch nationalist
Baloch National Movement hosts Balochistan International Conference in Geneva to highlight human rights violations
On Monday, the Baloch National Movement (BNM) inaugurated a series of events, including the Fifth Balochistan International Conference, in Geneva, coinciding with the 57th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The conference
Peter Tatchell advocates for Balochistan’s self-determination at international conference
Pakistan may temporarily postpone Balochistan’s pursuit of self-determination, but doing so will incur a significant financial, moral, political, and reputational cost. Ultimately, the freedom of Balochistan is inevitable, and denying it is neither justified nor
Sammul Baloch addresses UNHRC on Balochistan crisis
Sammul Baloch, a representative of the Baloch National Movement, addressed the 57th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, drawing attention to the severe human rights violations occurring against the Baloch
Jeay Sindh freedom movement Condemns the Offloading of Dr Mahrang Baloch
JSFM strongly condemns the unlawful offloading of Dr Mahrang Baloch, the organizer of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), from her flight by Pakistani agencies, specifically the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). Dr. Baloch was traveling to
Pakistan stops activist Dr. Mahrang Baloch from attending TIME event
Baloch activist Dr. Mahrang Baloch has reported a harrowing experience of detention, harassment, and travel restrictions imposed by Pakistani authorities at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport. Despite holding a valid U.S. visa and an official invitation
BNM Strongly Condemns Ban on PTM and Travel Restrictions on Dr. Mahrang Baloch
Manzoor Pashteen, Dr. Mahrang Baloch, and Sami Deen Baloch Are National Voices; Any Attempt to Silence Them Will Face Strong Retaliation The spokesperson for the Baloch National Movement (BNM) stated that the Pakistani state is
Another coal miner loses life in Harnai
A coal miner has tragically died in an accident in the Harnai district of Balochistan. Reports indicate that Manan, son of Haji Aql Khan from Afghanistan, was killed when a heavy stone fell on him
BNM Members Must Act Collectively Within Party Discipline, Says Dr Naseem Baloch
BNM Chairman Dr Naseem Baloch chaired and addressed the Workers Assembly during his visit to the UK Dr. Naseem Baloch, Chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), emphasized the need to strengthen discipline and coordination
We claim responsibility for neutralizing Agent Dashti Khan in Quetta – BLA
Written By: Bahot Baloch Baloch Liberation Army fighters shot and neutralized Dashti Khan, an agent and operative of the secret agency of the Military Intelligence (MI) of the occupying Pakistani army in Quetta. Fighters carried
Internet services suspended in Balochistan due to military operation
During a Senate Committee on IT and Telecom meeting, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Major General (Retd.) Hafiz Rahman confirmed the internet shutdown, revealing that the Ministry of Interior had sent a letter requesting the
Comprehensive military operation approved against separatist groups in Balochistan
Pakistan’s Apex Committee has authorized a “comprehensive military operation” targeting separatist groups in Balochistan, following a series of deadly attacks, including a suicide bombing at Quetta Railway Station that resulted in numerous soldier casualties. The
BYC condemns state-sponsored violence against Baloch people
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has condemned the ongoing state-sponsored violence that has been oppressing the Baloch people for over seven decades. The committee stated that the region has been transformed into a war zone,
Families of the disappeared demand justice; sit-in protest in Awaran continues
On November 27, 2024, the family of Dil Jan Baloch and the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) conducted a seminar during their ongoing sit-in protest in Awaran, advocating for the safe recovery of Dil Jan, who
BSO condemns enforced disappearances in Balochistan on International Human Rights Day
The Baloch Students Organization (BSO) has condemned the persistent and systemic practice of enforced disappearances in Balochistan, labeling it a glaring violation of human rights. In a statement issued on International Human Rights Day, the
BNM protests in Germany on International Human Rights Day
The Baloch National Movement (BNM), a pro-independence political organization advocating for the rights of the Baloch people, organized protests in Cologne and Chemnitz, Germany, on December 10, coinciding with International Human Rights Day. The demonstrations
BLA claims responsibility for grenade attack on CTD office
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a grenade attack on the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) office in Harnai on December 13, which resulted in injuries to six individuals, including two CTD personnel and
Protest rally in Turbat demands recovery of missing Baloch activist and justice for enforced disappearances
A significant protest rally took place in Turbat, the main city of Kech district in Balochistan, highlighting the plight of missing persons and demanding their recovery. The rally attracted a large crowd, including families of
Protest rally in Balochistan marks six years since enforced disappearance of activist Rashid Hussain
A protest rally held in Hub Chowki, an industrial city in Balochistan, commemorated the six-year anniversary of the enforced disappearance of Baloch activist Rashid Hussain. Rashid was abducted in the UAE in 2018 and, after
82 miners lose lives in 48 accidents in 2024 in Balochistan
In 2024, a staggering 82 miners lost their lives in 48 coal mine accidents across Balochistan, revealing the critical safety concerns plaguing the industry. Official records from the Minerals Department indicate that these incidents ranging
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
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
