The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) recently made headlines with a controversial statement that pays tribute to Baloch separatists, whom they described as martyrs for their sacrifice in the fight for Baloch identity and independence. According to the statement, these militants have played a fundamental role in fostering social change and development within Baloch society, asserting that their resistance is essential for the survival of the Baloch people. While the committee’s statement may resonate with some factions within the Baloch nationalist movement, it raises serious questions about its implications for Pakistan’s national unity, peace, and the future of Balochistan. Glorification of…
Author: Muhammad Idrees
Private companies are playing an essential role in the development of Pakistan’s energy sector, with significant support from the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). A recent example of this collaboration is the launch of Lucky Cement’s 28.8 MW renewable energy project. Lucky Cement has introduced a hybrid power project that combines wind and solar energy. This project will generate electricity that is both fuel-free and environmentally friendly, aligning with the country’s goals for sustainable development. The hybrid wind and solar energy initiative is an important step toward securing Pakistan’s long-term economic and environmental future. Earlier, Lucky Cement also commissioned a…
Iqbal Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm in various cities across Balochistan. Special events were organized in Quetta, Sibi, Harnai, Dera Bugti, Loralai, and several other cities. Students from schools in these areas actively participated in the celebrations. The events focused on honoring the life and philosophy of Allama Iqbal, as well as his significant role in the creation of Pakistan. In different cities, students delivered passionate speeches and performed tableaus that highlighted Iqbal’s teachings. They showed deep admiration for his vision and his contributions to the nation’s independence. In the Nokundi area of Chagai district, the celebrations were no…
The horrific terrorist attack at Quetta Railway Station, which claimed the lives of 25 people and left 56 others injured, has shaken the entire nation. Yet, in the wake of this tragedy, PTI’s decision to hold a large political gathering in Swabi has been widely condemned as a cruel and insensitive act. At a time when the nation is mourning, the PTI’s rally, with its loud drumming, chanting, and clapping, felt like a slap in the face to those grieving. It was as if the party was intentionally rubbing salt into the wounds of the families who had just lost…
The United States has reaffirmed it will not support Pakistan’s ballistic missile programme. This decision reflects a strong position against the development and spread of lethal weapons. “We have been clear and consistent about our concerns with Pakistan’s ballistic missile program for many years,” said US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller. Miller emphasized that denying support to Pakistan’s long-range ballistic missile programme is a longstanding policy. The US plans to continue using sanctions and other tools to protect national security and prevent the misuse of its financial system by proliferators. While monitoring Pakistan’s missile developments, the US still considers Pakistan…
Deadly attack struck central Afghanistan on Thursday, the interior ministry confirmed. The assault was claimed by the local Islamic State-Khorasan (IS-K) branch. The IS-K group’s Amaq media wing reported, “Fifteen Shiite Muslims were killed and six others wounded in the attack carried out by the soldiers of the caliphate in central Afghanistan.” Deadly attack reports in Afghanistan have become less frequent since the Taliban took over in 2021. However, armed factions like IS-K still pose a significant threat. Abdul Matin Qani, spokesman for the Interior Ministry, told AFP, “Unknown gunmen have opened fire and have killed civilians.” He promised more…
IRGC Chief Commander Hossein Salami revealed on Sunday that Iran’s response to Israel would be “different,” though he avoided specific details. “The Israelis will taste the bitter revenge for their wickedness,” Salami warned. Iran has been silent for over a month following the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on July 31 in Tehran. Iranian officials have blamed Israel for the attack and promised a severe response. Despite these threats, there has been no direct Iranian retaliation, unlike the missile and drone strike in April after an Israeli attack on Iran’s consular compound in Damascus. Recently, Iranian officials softened their…
Iran missile transfer to Russia has sparked alarm in the U.S. Reports suggest that Iran may have recently supplied missiles to Russia or is close to doing so for use in the Ukraine war. The White House expressed deep concerns over this possible escalation in Iran’s support for Russia’s military campaign. According to The Wall Street Journal, unnamed U.S. and European officials believe Iran has already provided ballistic missiles to Russia. Earlier reports from Bloomberg and Reuters also indicated that such a transfer was likely. White House National Security Council spokesperson Sean Savett commented that any Iran missile transfer to…
Deportations to Afghanistan are now permissible, Austria’s Federal Office for Immigration and Asylum announced, due to the “changed security situation” in the country. Austria intends to follow Germany’s lead by deporting Afghan nationals with criminal records back to their homeland. This decision comes after Germany deported 28 convicted criminals to Afghanistan on Friday. These were the first such deportations since the Taliban regained power in 2021. Austria plans to work closely with Germany on joint deportations to Afghanistan. Chancellor Karl Nehammer confirmed that the Austrian Interior Minister has been in discussions with his German counterpart for a long time. “The…
The Taliban in Afghanistan have denied the presence of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on Afghan soil, rejecting claims made by Pakistan. Taliban Chief of Army Staff Fasihuddin Fitrat stated during a press conference in Kabul on Wednesday that Pakistan has not provided any evidence to back up its allegations about TTP’s presence in Afghanistan. Fitrat accused Pakistan of blaming Afghanistan for its security failures. He insisted that TTP hideouts are located in areas administered by Pakistan, and from there, they launch attacks against the Pakistani military and government. “Everyone knows TTP hideouts are in Pakistan-administered areas,” he emphasized. The Afghan Taliban…