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Balochistan tube wells to be solarised by centre: Minister

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The federal government is committed to funding the solarization of agricultural tube wells in Balochistan. With concerns of limited electricity supply and rampant power theft, the Minister for Energy emphasized the need for support in combating these issues and assured strict action against those involved in illegal activities. The government aims to improve electricity supply for agricultural purposes in Balochistan.
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Balochistan Assembly demands LPG plants in province

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The Balochistan Assembly passed a resolution demanding the installation of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) plants in the province due to limited natural gas access and load shedding. The resolution highlights that only 2% of the population in Balochistan uses natural gas, which is primarily sent to other provinces. The assembly seeks government intervention on this issue.
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CM Balochistan approves transfer of five deputy commissioners

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Chief Minister of Balochistan approved the transfer of five Deputy Commissioners and instructed them to report to the Services & General Administration Department. A new Deputy Commissioner was appointed for Sibbi, while Deputy Commissioners of Qila Abdullah and Ziarat were reassigned to Panjgur and Gwadar, respectively. Additionally, a parliamentary committee will be formed to address violence and insurgency in Balochistan.
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Govt to form parliamentary committee to end violence in Balochistan: CM Bugti

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Balochistan CM Bugti announced the formation of a parliamentary committee to address violence and insurgency in the region, aiming for a permanent resolution. The committee will devise a roadmap to deal with insurgency and engage with disgruntled elements. Bugti emphasized the government's commitment to dialogue and urged the involvement of society and media in restoring peace.
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Balochistan cabinet to be announced after Senate elections

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The Balochistan government plans to form its cabinet after the Senate elections, with the Chief Minister consulting with the People's Party leadership. However, disputes have arisen, with the PML-N demanding more representation than agreed upon. The government fears that this disagreement may lead to the alienation of allied party members.
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PM Shehbaz stresses fully utlilisation of Balochistan’s minerals

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PM Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the importance of effective infrastructure planning in Balochistan's mining sector, specifically focusing on upgrading road and railway networks to facilitate the utilization of minerals. During a meeting in Lahore, he instructed the removal of project-related roadblocks and emphasized the need for a railway network strategy. The meeting included participants from Barrick Gold Company and discussed the progress of the Reqo Dik project.
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Balochistan: Six bodies recovered from Qila Saifullah

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Six bodies were recovered from a mountainous area in Qila Saifullah, Quetta, with the identification process underway. This follows previous incidents in Balochistan, including the discovery of three bullet-riddled bodies in the Bolan district. The article reports a pattern of violence and the ongoing challenges in ascertaining the identity of the deceased.
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Blast outside ECP office in Balochistan; no casualties

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A bomb blast occurred outside the Election Commission of Pakistan's office in Nushki District, Balochistan. No casualties were reported. Police cordoned off the area and initiated a search operation. The Election Commission has sought reports while the Bomb Disposal Squad indicated that 400 grams of explosives were used in the homemade bomb.
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Multiple blasts rock Balochistan ahead of election 2024

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Multiple blasts rocked Balochistan ahead of the 2024 election, resulting in one fatality and five injuries. The first blast on the CPEC road claimed a life and injured one, while a second blast on Ghulam Nabi chowk Turbat injured one. Four were injured in a hand grenade attack near a hotel on the national highway. The Election Commission of Pakistan is seeking immediate reports.
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Police recover heavy cache of arms, ammunitions in Balochistan

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Police in Balochistan recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition during an intelligence-based operation. The recovery included five pistols with ammunition, five kilograms of TNT ammo, and an LMG automatic machine gun. No arrests were made during the operation. Additionally, Lahore Police also reported seizing a large amount of arms and arresting 174 individuals for criminal activities.