Quetta (ANN): Balochistan’s Provincial Minister for Food, Haji Noor Muhammad Dummar, has announced that a strict crackdown will soon be launched against those hoarding flour in an attempt to create an artificial crisis. He assured that there is no wheat shortage in the province and vowed that flour will be provided to the public at even lower prices than before. Speaking to journalists after the provincial assembly session, Dummar dismissed social media reports about the alleged transfer of Ziarat’s district headquarters to Sanjavi, calling it baseless propaganda by political opponents. “Ziarat is, and will remain, the district headquarters. If anyone…
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QUETTA (6 AM Report): Mohammad Tahir has formally taken charge as Inspector General of Police (IGP) Balochistan, pledging sweeping reforms to modernize the force, restore public confidence, and ensure lasting peace in the province. At a simple but dignified ceremony held at the IG Office in Quetta, Tahir was presented with a guard of honor by a smartly turned-out police contingent. The event was attended by senior officials, including Additional IGs, DIGs, and SSPs. In his maiden address after assuming office, the IGP outlined his priorities: improving law and order, enhancing professional training, ensuring internal accountability, and making the police…
Kharan (6 AM Report): Provincial Minister for Finance and Minerals, Mir Shuaib Nosherwani, has reaffirmed the Balochistan government’s commitment to promoting and developing education across the province, stressing that education remains one of the government’s foremost priorities alongside other key sectors. He expressed these views during a meeting with Shakir Ali, Head of Department at Balochistan University Sub-Campus Kharan, and academic representative Amanat Hasrat. The meeting focused on issues faced by the sub-campus, challenges encountered by students, management of the academic system, and proposals for improving educational quality. Acknowledging the pressing needs of the institution, Minister Nosherwani announced several initiatives,…
Quetta (ANN): The Balochistan Assembly session, chaired by Speaker Abdul Khaliq Achakzai, began with a delay of 55 minutes and saw the unanimous passage of crucial draft legislations related to the Balochistan Levies Force, forensic science, and counter-terrorism. Chairman of the Standing Committee on Home Affairs, Ali Madad Jatak, presented the draft bill on the Levies Force. During the discussion, Jamaat-e-Islami’s Maulana Hidayat ur Rehman stressed the importance of consultation in decision-making. He argued that merging Levies into the police had failed to establish peace in certain regions and opposed the move. Provincial Minister Mir Sadiq Umrani stated that the…
NASEERABAD (6 AM Report): Superintending Engineer Irrigation Circle, Ghulam Sarwar Bangalzai, visited Guddu Barrage to review the flood situation and water discharge in detail. During the visit, he thoroughly inspected the flow of water from the barrage and received a comprehensive briefing from officials on its operations. According to the department, around 450,000 cusecs of water is currently passing through Guddu Barrage, which will flow towards the sea via Kotri. Bangalzai stated that close coordination is being maintained with the Sindh Government to monitor the situation, while the Balochistan Irrigation Department has deployed a dedicated unit at Guddu Barrage to…
NASEERABAD (6 AM Report): Deputy Commissioner Naseerabad, Munir Ahmed Khan Kakar, has warned that no negligence will be tolerated in the recovery of government dues. He directed that strict departmental action will be taken against any patwaris or revenue staff found guilty of laxity. Presiding over a meeting of revenue officers and staff, the DC instructed assistant commissioners to closely monitor recovery operations and ensure that assigned targets are achieved on time. He emphasized that circle-wise lists of defaulters must be prepared, and notices should be issued immediately to landowners failing to clear their dues. Kakar further ordered that the…
Quetta (UNA) – The central leader of the All Balochistan Transporters Alliance and Information Secretary of the Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Bus Union, Zahir Shah Kakar, has said that Pakistan’s transport sector is facing its worst-ever crisis. He blamed worsening law and order, arbitrary government restrictions, and alleged extortion at check posts for pushing transporters to the brink of collapse. Kakar noted that the relentless hike in petroleum product prices has shattered the industry’s economic backbone. “Daily price increases have made it impossible to maintain fare stability. We cannot raise fares due to public pressure, yet the costs keep mounting.…
QUETTA (6 AM Report): Alkhidmat Foundation Quetta has announced the launch of its free IT and employment program under the “Bano Qabil” initiative, scheduled to begin on Friday, September 19. The program, described as the largest youth empowerment project in Pakistan, has already registered thousands of students and young participants. Addressing a joint meeting of provincial and district volunteers, Alkhidmat Foundation Quetta President Tayyab Fareed Khan said the initiative aims to equip youth with modern IT skills and open employment opportunities. He urged students to take full advantage of the Bano Qabil courses to advance their careers. The opening ceremony…
QUETTA (6 AM Report): Commissioner Quetta Division Shahzeb Khan Kakar chaired a meeting to review the progress and challenges of the Eastern Bypass expansion project. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Quetta Capt (R) Mehrullah Badini, Divisional Director Development Quetta Division Zahoor Ahmed, NHA Director Coordination Mir Asif, and Resident Director Shafqat Tariq. Speaking at the meeting, the Commissioner said the expansion of the Eastern Bypass is a vital public welfare project aimed at reducing traffic congestion and ensuring smooth flow of vehicles. He directed that work speed be further increased to complete the project at the earliest. Kakar…
QUETTA (6 AM Report): Deputy Commissioner Quetta, Mehrullah Badini, chaired a meeting at the Tehsil Office where it was decided to impose a complete ban on the entry and interference of private individuals (agents) in tehsil offices. The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner General, Tehsildar Kuchlak, Tehsildar City, and Tehsildar Sadar. According to the decision, no private person or agent will be allowed to enter tehsil offices or interfere in official paperwork and government affairs. Issuing clear instructions, DC Badini said that private individuals must not be permitted to handle government documents under any circumstances. He emphasized that…
