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PM Directs Linking of Rekodiq with Railway Network by 2028

Shehbaz Sharif · Balochistan

PM Directs Linking of Rekodiq with Railway Network by 2028

67% Right coverage: 6 sources

PM chairs meeting, receives briefing on progress of ML-1 and ML-3 railway upgradation projects See the Story

Fertiliser Reaches Gwadar via Transit Trade

Trade · Gwadar

Fertiliser Reaches Gwadar via Transit Trade

50% Right coverage: 6 sources

Ship arrival marks efforts to operationalise Gwadar Port as strategic gateway See the Story

Fuel Crisis Intensifies in Balochistan Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Balochistan · Balochistan

Fuel Crisis Intensifies in Balochistan Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Coverage: 5 sources

The escalating Israel-Iran conflict has exacerbated a fuel crisis in Pakistan's Balochistan province, disrupting the supply of smuggled Iranian fuel. Closure of border crossings has intensified shortages, leading to widespread closures of petrol stations. Officials downplay the crisis as provincial fuel supplies remain stable, despite panic over potential scarcity.See the Story

Balochistan Unveils Rs1,028b Budget

Coverage: 2 sources

The Balochistan government unveiled Rs1028 billion surplus budge for the fiscal year 2025-26, outlining ambitious plans to boost education, healthcare, infrastructure, and law and order across the province and envisaging long-term growth, public welfare, and institutional strengthening. Finance Minister Mir Shoaib Nosherwani presented the budget in the provincial assembly, chaired by Speaker Abdul khaliq Achakzai. Out of the total outlay, Rs642 …Education · Quetta See the Story

Blue whale found dead in Balochistan’s Gwater Bay

67% Right coverage: 3 sources

WWF-P adviser suggests the marine mammal may have died after becoming entangled in gillnets.Asia · Balochistan See the Story

Barrick Gold Corporation orders one Dash 8

Barrick Gold (Toronto Pearson) placed an order for one DHC-8-Q400 on June 16. The aircraft will support the mining operations of Barrick’s Reko Diq Mining Company (RDMC) in Balochistan, Pakistan. “Having the Dash 8-400 as part of our fleet ensures safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for our personnel and equipment,” said John Henderson, director of aviation for Barrick Gold Corporation. The delivery timeline has not been disclosed. Barr…Balochistan · Balochistan Read Article

Paank condemns harassment of Nadia Baloch in Hudda Jail, links ordeal to state repression of Mahrang Baloch

The human rights department of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), Paank, has strongly condemned the ongoing harassment and blatant violation of legal rights faced by Nadia Baloch and her sister inside Hudda Jail, Quetta, Balochistan, as reported on June 17. The incident is directly linked to the continued persecution of their sister, Mahrang Baloch, a prominent human rights defender and leader of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee, who has long been…Quetta · Quetta Read Article

Quetta Fuel Crisis: The Real Story Behind the Petrol Shortage – Pashto News and Current Affairs Channel

The ongoing Quetta fuel crisis is far more than a technical issue—it is a calculated move by the smuggling mafia, profiteering petrol pump owners, and anti-state actors. It is crucial to inform the public about the real facts behind the crisis so that the propaganda and blackmailing can be effectively countered. Collusion Between Pump Owners and Smugglers For years, many petrol station owners in Balochistan have relied on smuggled Iranian fuel t…Quetta · Quetta Read Article

Terrorists of Fitna al-Hindustan can't dent Pakistan, Balochistan bond ...

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

Balochistan · Balochistan Read Article

Spending on water projects to fall short of target

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The government is expected to widely miss the target for fund utilisation on water sector projects in the outgoing fiscal year 2024-25. An amount of Rs142.6 billion had been allocated for water projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for FY25. The estimated expenditure by the end of May was Rs79.4 billion, revealed the Annual Plan 2025-26 while reviewing the performance in FY25. In view of the strategic importance of the wa…Balochistan · Balochistan Read Article

502 zaireen, 207 students reach Pakistan from Iran

F.P. Report ISLAMABAD: Around 502 zaireen and 207 students have safely reached Pakistan from Iran via Taftan border on Tuesday. Commissioner Quetta Hamza Shafqat told media that 502 pilgrims and 207 students from Iran have arrived in Quetta from Taftan. Commissioner Quetta said students will be sent to Islamabad, Punjab and Karachi tomorrow. Hamza Shafqat said the district administration has made arrangements for accommodation and food for the s…Quetta · Quetta Read Article