Sarfraz Bugti says government is creating an investor-friendly environment to promote industry, trade and sustainable economic growth; chairs BBoIT Board meeting QUETTA (6 AM Report): Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has said that the resource-rich province, with its strategic geographical location and vast economic potential, is well positioned to play a pivotal role in Pakistan’s economy. He said the provincial government is taking practical steps to place Balochistan on the path to economic prosperity by fostering investment, accelerating industrial development and expanding trade opportunities. The remarks came during a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Balochistan Board…
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Quetta Chamber calls for 24/7 Gabd-Rimdan border operations as both sides pledge closer cooperation to boost cross-border trade QUETTA (ANN): Iranian Consul General Mohammad Karimi Toudeshki has said that removing barriers to bilateral trade between Pakistan and Iran has become an urgent necessity, urging both countries to take effective measures at the highest level to strengthen economic ties. He reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to enhancing trade relations with Pakistan and addressing the challenges faced by the business community. He made these remarks while addressing a meeting with office-bearers and members of the Quetta Chamber of Commerce and Industry (QCCI) on Monday.…
Business community warns prolonged closure is crippling Balochistan’s economy, backs Kech traders’ call for swift restoration of cross-border trade QUETTA (PR): The Central Traders Association of Balochistan has called for the immediate reopening of the Pakistan-Iran border, saying the prolonged closure has severely disrupted cross-border trade, undermined economic activity and jeopardized the livelihoods of thousands of families across the province. The association also announced its full support for the Registered Traders Association Kech’s demand for the immediate reopening of the border. In a statement issued on Monday, the association said the Pakistan-Iran border serves as a vital economic lifeline for…
Balochistan has long grappled with a complex mix of security challenges, economic hardship, unemployment, weak infrastructure, limited investment and administrative inefficiencies. The greatest burden of instability has fallen on ordinary citizens, traders, farmers, transporters and small business owners, whose livelihoods depend on a stable environment. When security deteriorates, economic activity slows, investor confidence weakens and development projects inevitably lose momentum. For this reason, restoring peace cannot be viewed as an isolated objective. Sustainable progress requires a broader governance framework built on the rule of law, transparency, accountability and public confidence in state institutions. Without these essential pillars, even significant security…
Vice Chancellor says universities play a key role in social progress and national development; programme aims to equip journalists with modern skills and promote gender-sensitive reporting QUETTA (6 AM Report): BUITEMS Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalid Hafeez has said that universities are not confined to education alone but also play a pivotal role in social development and national progress. He said BUITEMS will continue extending every possible support to equip young journalists and media professionals with modern research, training, and practical skills. He expressed these views while addressing the inaugural ceremony of the Provincial Media Fellowship Programme, jointly organized by…
Party states that the deteriorating security situation is adding to public insecurity; demands protection of lives and property and fulfillment of promises made in the Quetta-Islamabad Long March QUETTA (UNA): Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Balochistan has stated that the poor law and order situation in the province is making people more insecure and demanded the government and responsible institutions to take action against terrorism and discharge their constitutional responsibilities for the protection of lives and property. The party commemorated the first anniversary of Quetta-Islamabad Long March on the appeal of JI Balochistan Ameer and Member of the Provincial Assembly Maulana Hidayat-ur-Rehman Baloch…
KHUZDAR (ANN): Police have arrested two suspected members of an alleged robbery gang during an operation targeting criminal elements in the RCD Highway, Zawah, Jeeva, Baghbana and Khuzdar Road areas, recovering illegal weapons, a stolen motorcycle and stolen mobile phones from their possession. According to police, surveillance and intelligence-based operations had been underway in the area for several days. During the operation, a team led by the Station House Officer (SHO) of Baghbana intercepted two suspicious individuals and recovered two pistols with magazines, a stolen Chinese-manufactured motorcycle, and two stolen mobile phones during a search. The suspects, identified as Abdul…
SIBI (ANN): Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Petroleum and Energy and Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) leader Wadera Mian Khan Bugti has said the Pakistan Armed Forces have played a pivotal role in promoting peace, stability and development in Balochistan and across the country, adding that the sacrifices of soldiers and security personnel have created an environment conducive to progress and prosperity. Speaking to PML-N Labour Wing Balochistan President Munir Ahmed Masoori Bugti, the parliamentary secretary said the officers and personnel of the Pakistan Army and Frontier Corps (FC) Balochistan had rendered invaluable sacrifices in the fight against terrorism and for the…
ZHOB (ANN): A child was killed and another injured after a landslide triggered by continuous rainfall struck Kunder Killi in the Qamaruddin Karez area of Zhob district, local sources said. According to the sources, two young sisters, daughters of Muhammad Haleem Luwan, were trapped under debris when the landslide occurred. Residents rushed to the scene and launched a rescue operation, removing the rubble with their own resources. One of the girls died at the scene, while the other sustained serious injuries. The victims were reported to be 10 and 11 years old. The injured child was shifted to a nearby…
KARACHI (ANN): President Asif Ali Zardari has said that the development of Balochistan is not only vital for the province but is also essential to Pakistan’s overall progress and stability, reaffirming the federal government’s commitment to supporting lasting peace, political stability, public welfare, and sustainable development in the province. The president made the remarks during a meeting with Nawab Changez Marri, where the two discussed the overall law and order situation in Balochistan, political stability, public welfare, and the government’s ongoing development initiatives in the province. The meeting also reviewed proposals aimed at promoting political and social harmony, eliminating terrorism,…
