Balochistan govt withholds salaries of ghost employees
The Balochistan government has withheld salaries of all unverified employees for the month of October, and has ordered immediate action against these individuals. The provincial finance department has ordered officials concerned to identify all ghost employees in government departments. The officials concerned have been directed to submit the complete list
Qatar to offer job opportunities for Balochistan’s skilled youth
A member of Qatar’s royal family Sheikh Talal Khalifa Al Thani announced on Monday that the Qatari government will provide job opportunities for skilled youth in Balochistan. The commitment was made during his official visit to Quetta, where he met with Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti at the CM
No one should repeat the mistake I made: arrested terrorist from Balochistan
Arrested terrorist Adila Baloch, while speaking to the media alongside her parents and Balochistan government spokesperson Farah Azeem Shah, said, 'No one should repeat the mistake I have made.
Congo virus kills nine people in Balochistan
A 16-year-old boy has succumbed to the Congo virus while he was admitted in Quetta, Balochistan.
114 teachers fired in Balochistan for absenteeism
According to the Balochistan Education Department, action has been initiated against absentee teachers since 2021, leading to the dismissal of 114 absent teachers. Action against absentee teachers Moreover, the Education Department further stated that 998 absentee teachers have been issued show-cause notices, while 429 have been given explanation notices. Additionally,
Over 3,500 schools shut down in Balochistan
The provincial education department of Balochistan has disclosed that over 3,500 schools across the province have been shut down due to a severe shortage of teachers. This revelation came in a written response to a question from a member of the Balochistan Assembly. According to the department, 542 schools have
21 terrorists killed by security forces after attack on Punjab travellers in Balochistan: ISPR
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has provided an update on the tragic incident in Balochistan, where over 20 travellers from Punjab were brutally shot by terrorists. The statement reads: “In Musa Khel District, terrorists stopped a bus in the Rara Sham area and maliciously targeted innocent citizens who were working
Balochistan witnessed highest population growth rate, reveals census report
As per the latest census for 2023, Balochistan witnessed the highest rate of population growth with a 3.2 percent increase, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) recorded the lowest rate with 2.38 percent since the last census. In 2023, the country’s population grew by 2.55 percent. Read more: PTA to block more
Balochistan extends school summer holidays amid ongoing heatwave
The Balochistan government has extended the summer holidays for schools and educational institutions across the province. Classes are now set to resume on August 15, according to a recent notification issued by the government. The decision follows directives from Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti. The Balochistan summer holidays extension aligns with
First female Deputy Commissioner appointed in Balochistan’s history
Ayesha Zehri appointed as the first Deputy Commissioner in Balochistan’s history. She has taken on the role in Awaran, one of the most underdeveloped areas in Balochistan. Ayesha Zehri’s appointment is notable not only for its historic significance but also for her commendable efforts in maintaining peace and stability. Read
