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VBMP claims Mastung encounter by CTD was ‘fake’ as victims’ families join the protest camp
The protest camp organized by the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) marked its 6,058th day of continuous demonstration in front of the Quetta Press Club on Sunday. Families of men believed to have been
Berlin panel warns Pakistan’s 27th amendment will exacerbate human rights violations in Balochistan
A panel of analysts and rights advocates in Berlin expressed serious concerns about Pakistan’s recently adopted 27th Constitutional Amendment. They warned that the amendment could weaken the independence of the judiciary and expand the powers
Karima, New Kahan, and the Memory That Defies Erasure – Abdullah Baloch
Written By Abdullah Baloch For me, this paper captures the painful but powerful reality of Balochistan. It shows how death, instead of ending an idea, often gives it new life. The graves, funerals, and memories
London: Pays Tribute to Sain G.M. Syed at the First G.M. Syed International Conference Held by Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement
First G.M. Syed International Conference held by Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement London: G.M. Syed was a leading proponent and ambassador of unity among oppressed nations, and his political philosophy remains a milestone in the struggle
Armed attack in Dasht burns machinery, blast damages bridge in Panjgur
Unknown armed assailants set fire to construction machinery in the Dasht area of Balochistan, according to officials. The incident involved attackers targeting a road roller working on the Shakro–Tolagi route. The assailants arrived on motorcycles,
American Analyst: ‘Operation Herof’ Serves as a Wake-Up Call for U.S. Investors
A U.S. analyst recently highlighted that the coordinated attacks carried out by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) under what is known as “Operation Herof” could prompt Washington to reassess its potential investments in Balochistan’s mineral
Rights groups challenge Pakistan’s claim of killing 150 militants, as children and civilians are reported among casualties in Nushki
A minor child and several other civilians were reported killed in alleged drone strikes in Balochistan’s Nushki district, according to local sources. The incident reportedly took place late Sunday night in the Killi Jamaldini area,
VMPS denounces enforced disappearance of BNM chairman’s father and family members
London: Sorath Lohar, Convenor of the Voice for Missing Persons of Sindh (VMPS), along with Sarang Sindhi, Representative of the Voice for Sindhi Missing Persons – Europe Chapter, has issued a strong condemnation of the
Barrick Gold reassesses Balochistan project amid rising security risks and local tensions
Barrick Gold’s board of directors is currently reevaluating all aspects of its flagship gold and copper project in Balochistan, following a significant decline in security conditions and a recent increase in violent attacks in the
UBA claims responsibility for dual attacks in Kachhi and Dhadar
The United Baloch Army (UBA) claimed responsibility for two recent attacks in the regions of Kachhi and Dhadar in Balochistan. The group stated that its fighters targeted and killed an individual they identified as a
Ongoing curfew and home demolitions by Pakistani forces in Nushki have sparked widespread public concern and outrage
In the city of Nushki, Balochistan, a curfew has been imposed for several days as Pakistani forces continue to carry out heavy operations in the area. All shops have been ordered to remain closed, and
Detentions reported after Pakistani forces raids in Hub Chowki and Noshki
Reports have emerged of Pakistani security operations taking place across several areas of Balochistan, with local families accusing authorities of enforced disappearances following these raids and search missions. According to sources on the ground, these
BYC reports discovery of three missing students dead in Panjgur and Kech, raising concerns over extrajudicial killings
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has reported the discovery of the bodies of three Baloch youths, including students, who were previously detained or reported missing. These deaths occurred in separate incidents across different districts of
BLA claims killing seven Pakistani soldiers in attacks in Mastung, Panjgur and Dera Murad Jamali
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for three separate attacks in different regions of Balochistan, specifically in Mastung, Panjgur, and Dera Murad Jamali. According to the group, these attacks resulted in the deaths
Security forces conduct search operation in Noshki during curfew
Pakistani security forces have initiated a large-scale search operation in Noshki, involving house-to-house searches and increased movement restrictions throughout the city, according to local sources. The operation has seen a significant deployment of security personnel
Hindu Girl Abducted at Gunpoint in Pithoro, Umarkot Sindh; Forced Marriage Feared
In a distressing incident, a Hindu girl named Hasena Oad has been abducted by Shokat Shar and four other individuals at gunpoint in Pithoro, Umarkot, Sindh. The girl’s father has filed a complaint at the
US Congress members write to Blinken about Pakistan’s crisis
The letter calls for pressure to ensure respect for democratic values and human rights in Pakistan. 60 members of the US Congress wrote a letter to the Secretary of State Antony Blinken about the dire
Federal Cabinet approved the deployment of army in Balochistan
According to the sources, the Balochistan government had recommended the deployment of the army, the approval to deploy the army in Balochistan has been given through the circulation summary. In view of the recent law
Pakistan faces challenges securing IMF loan program and avoiding default
On Thursday, IMF officials stated at a press conference that Pakistan would need to secure additional external funds to complete the ninth review of its loan program. However, Pakistan’s Finance Minister Ishaq Dar claims that
Court grants bail to Mahal Baloch
The bail of Mahal Baloch, a Baloch woman who was forcibly disappeared from her home in Quetta on the night of February 17 and was later arrested by CDT, was approved by the court. On
Imran Khan: Ex-PM arrested outside court in Pakistan
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been arrested outside the High Court in the capital Islamabad. Mr Khan was appearing in court on charges of corruption, which he says are politically motivated. Footage showed
Graphic Novel on a Baloch warrior launched on Amazon
A graphic novel titled “Hammal Jehand: The Sword of Baloch,” illustrating the life of the historic Baloch figure Hammal Jeeyand, or Jehand has been published as an ebook on Amazon. Authored by Nabeel Ahmed Baloch,
Enforced disappearances continue; Another goes ‘missing’ in Panjgur
Another Baloch man went missing from the Panjgur district of Balochistan on Wednesday. According to reports, Pakistani forces have allegedly disappeared a man after his arrest from the Parom area of the district. The detainee
Quetta: Security forces bring 3 dead bodies to a hospital
Pakistani forces reportedly shifted three dead bodies to a hospital in Balochistan’s capital Quetta on Wednesday. According to reports, Pakistani forces shifted the dead bodies of three men to the civil hospital Quetta — where
Balochistan’s captivating images; A lifeline for ailing photographer
For 14 years, Kamanchar Baloch has dedicated himself to capturing the essence of Balochistan’s culture, stunning landscapes, and the plight of its impoverished residents. Born in Tehsil Mand, Balochistan, on November 25, 1998, Kamanchar has
4th meeting of Afghanistan’s neighbors begins in Samarkand
The fourth meeting of the Neighbouring Countries of Afghanistan began on Thursday in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, with the presence of Amir Khan Muttaqi, the acting foreign minister of the Taliban government, and representatives of more than eight neighboring
Balochistan: two men killed in firing incidents
At least two persons were reportedly killed in two separate firing incidents in Balochistan on Friday. According to reports, unidentified armed men entered a house in the Dera Murad Jamali area of Balochistan and shot
Rampant street crimes leave residents of Khuzdar in fear and helplessness
The city of Khuzdar has become a hub of criminal activities, with reports indicating that street criminals, snatchers, and thieves are rampant in the area. The situation has left the residents of Khuzdar living in
Quetta: BLA claims responsibility for attack on police that killed 4, injured 18
In a deadly incident that occurred on Monday, at least four people, including two police officers, were killed and 18 others were left injured in an explosion in Quetta, the capital city of Balochistan. The
Military operation in Mach, Bolan enters fourth day, disrupting local life
The Pakistani security forces have reportedly cordoned off multiple areas of Balochitan’s Mach, Bolan and their environs, as a large-scale military operation in the region enters its fourth day. The ground troops, assisted by gunship
