Solar systems approved for government schools in Loralai under PSDP to ensure uninterrupted education amid power outages LORALAI (6 AM Report): Member of the Balochistan Assembly Haji Muhammad Khan Tor Uthmankhail has said that promoting education remains his foremost priority, adding that solar energy systems have been approved for government schools across Loralai district to ensure uninterrupted academic activities despite persistent electricity shortages. Solar Project Approved Under PSDP Under the Provincial Sector Development Programme (PSDP), solar energy systems will be installed in several government schools in Loralai following the efforts of MPA Haji Muhammad Khan Tor Uthmankhail. The initiative aims…
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Party leaders say constitutional limits of institutions must be respected, warn against ‘character assassination’ of JUI-F chief QUETTA (ANN): Senior leaders of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) have defended party chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, saying his recent remarks were made in accordance with the Constitution and democratic principles and have been misrepresented by some quarters. In a joint statement, JUI-F Central General Secretary Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri, Provincial Amir Maulana Abdul Wasey, Central Joint Secretary Malik Sikandar Khan Advocate, former provincial minister Haji Nawaz Kakar, and District Amir Maulana Abdul Rehman Rafiq said every state institution should function within its constitutional mandate…
CM Sarfraz Bugti vows relentless action against terrorists, says anti-state elements will not be allowed to undermine peace in Balochistan QUETTA (6 AM Report): Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Murid Bugti, who was abducted by armed militants in the Rakhni area of Barkhan, was shot dead by his captors, prompting security forces and law enforcement agencies to launch a large-scale search operation against the attackers. According to official sources, the operation is underway to trace those involved in the attack and bring them to justice. Chief Minister Condemns Martyrdom Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti expressed profound grief and sorrow…
Shakeel Qadir Khan emphasizes pension fund reforms as ADB presents proposals on revenue generation, public investment management and financial governance QUETTA (6 AM Report): Balochistan Chief Secretary Shakeel Qadir Khan has stressed the need to strengthen provincial financial management, improve revenue mobilization and prioritize reforms in the pension system, saying transparent and sustainable financial governance is essential for the province’s long-term development. ADB Delegation Discusses Financial Reform Agenda He expressed these views during a meeting with a delegation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) led by Senior Public Sector Specialist Sana Masood, where both sides discussed ongoing and future development…
Meeting reviews party affairs, public welfare initiatives and development priorities in Balochistan QUETTA (ANN): Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti met with Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Balochistan President Senator Sardar Umar Gorgage, PPP Focal Person Syed Iqbal Shah, and provincial leader Hayat Khan Achakzai to discuss the province’s political situation, party affairs and public welfare initiatives. Political and Party Matters Reviewed During the meeting, the participants held detailed discussions on the overall political environment in Balochistan, organizational matters of the Pakistan Peoples Party and ongoing efforts aimed at promoting public welfare and development across the province. Commitment to Public Welfare…
Meets U.S. Congressional, trade delegations, felicitates American nation 250th anniversary of Independence ISLAMABAD (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday met a U.S. Congressional delegation, comprising Rep. Ryan Zinke and Rep. Michael Baumgartener, here at the Prime Minister House and felicitated the Congressmen, the American people on the 250th anniversary of U.S. Independence, and conveyed his warm regards and best wishes for President Donald Trump. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch, and U.S. Chargé d’Affaires , Natalie Baker were also present on the occasion, a Prime Minister’s Office news release…
Opposition leader announces grand jirga in Quetta on Aug. 29–31, calls for constitutional supremacy, democratic reforms and dialogue to address national challenges QUETTA (ANN): Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) Chairman, head of the Tehreek Tahaffuz-e-Ayeen Pakistan, and Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly Mahmood Khan Achakzai has said Pakistan is passing through one of the most critical periods in its history, stressing that strengthening constitutional supremacy and democratic institutions is essential for ensuring political stability and national progress. Speaking at a press conference at the Quetta Press Club, Achakzai said democratic institutions have weakened, constitutional supremacy is under…
Captain (R) Abdul Khaliq Khan Achakzai participates in meeting between NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq and Hyderabad High Court Bar delegation; constitutional and parliamentary affairs discussed ISLAMABAD (6 AM Report): Balochistan Assembly Speaker Captain (R) Abdul Khaliq Khan Achakzai said that a strong parliamentary system, an independent judiciary and a competent legal community form the foundation of every democratic society. He made the remarks while participating in a meeting between National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and a delegation of the Hyderabad High Court Bar Association, where constitutional and parliamentary affairs, the rule of law, democratic institutions and the role of…
ISLAMABAD (INP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Tuesday invited American businesses to take advantage of Pakistan’s improving investment climate, saying the two countries had the potential to double bilateral trade to US$20 billion over the next five years through enhanced economic cooperation and investment. Addressing a visiting US Congressional delegation and a high-level American business delegation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad, the deputy prime minister said Pakistan attached great importance to its longstanding strategic and economic partnership with the United States and was committed to expanding cooperation in trade, investment and emerging…
C&W Secretary reviews Rakhni Town uplift and Bazaar remodeling project, orders faster implementation, quality assurance and formation of joint monitoring committee QUETTA (6 AM Report): Balochistan Secretary for Communications and Works (C&W) Babar Khan has said that the provincial government’s foremost priority is to transform Rakhni into a modern urban centre equipped with quality infrastructure and contemporary civic facilities, adding that work on ongoing development projects is being accelerated to meet the city’s growing needs. He expressed these views while chairing a high-level review meeting on the Rakhni Town Uplifting and Rakhni Bazaar Remodeling Project. Deputy Commissioner Barkhan attended the…
