Stories by Saleem Shahid

Dr Malik calls for dialogue to resolve Balochistan issues

NP leaders criticise parliament, calling it a "lifeless institution". Published 26 Apr, 2026 05:02am

JUI-F to boycott CM Bugti-led govt over madressah action

Seminaries declared a "red line", with warning of protest movement after May 2 deadline. Updated 25 Apr, 2026 08:33am

CM Bugti opens research centre in Balochistan to curb extremism

He inaugurates digital dashboard to promote evidence-based policymaking. Updated 24 Apr, 2026 07:57am

10 killed in attack on mining site in Chagai

Victims include foreign national, geologists, security guards Published 24 Apr, 2026 05:03am

9 killed in armed attack at mining site in Balochistan’s Chagai

National Resources ​Limited says security forces "responded promptly", secured the area after its Darigwan site was attacked yesterday. Updated 23 Apr, 2026 07:54pm

CM Bugti vows to follow president’s directives amid political turmoil

Says those seeking political change in Balochistan’s set-up are free to “fulfil their wishes”; pledges full utilisation of Rs249bn uplift budget. Updated 23 Apr, 2026 08:30am

Merit key to bridging youth-state divide: CM Bugti

Decision to send back qualified teachers from Punjab pushed Balochistan decades behind in the field of education. Updated 22 Apr, 2026 08:10am

Balochistan govt believes in freedom of press: Mandokhail

He says that journalists in Balochistan have performed their duties responsibly and effectively under difficult circumstances. Updated 22 Apr, 2026 10:26am

Substandard bottled water plants sealed in Balochistan

Samples of bottled water were collected from the sites and sent to laboratories for testing. Updated 21 Apr, 2026 08:25am

Hinglaj Mata festival draws nearly 300,000 Hindu pilgrims in Balochistan

Three-day festival in Balochistan ends with call for unity, religious harmony. Updated 20 Apr, 2026 07:28am

Balochistan govt, opposition agree on uplift schemes

QUETTA: The Balochistan government and opposition parties agreed on Sunday to align priorities of the provincial... Published 20 Apr, 2026 06:47am

Policewoman among three cops martyred in Khuzdar, Mastung

Unknown armed men ambushed the team, triggering a firefight that left two police constables dead and two others injured. Published 20 Apr, 2026 06:47am

Wife of ‘facilitator’ held in Nokundi FC headquarters suicide blast case

Husband allegedly fled to Afghanistan after Nov 30 attack. Updated 19 Apr, 2026 08:41am

Balochistan police chief pays tribute to fallen heroes

Says 1,139 personnel have lost their lives in line of duty. Published 18 Apr, 2026 06:15am

Balochistan cabinet okays policies on climate, media

The cabinet also approved the use of AI in recruitment for posts from Grade 4 up to below Grade 16. Updated 17 Apr, 2026 08:20am

Balochistan govt launches scheme to help farmers

The initiative aims to reduce the financial pressure on farmers caused by rising fuel prices. Updated 16 Apr, 2026 08:14am

Public-private health schemes reviewed in Balochistan

Various aspects of potential collaboration were examined, including increasing hospital capacity. Updated 16 Apr, 2026 08:23am

Five miners killed in Duki coalfield accidents

The affected coal mine was sealed, and an investigation into the incident has been ordered. Published 16 Apr, 2026 07:08am

Twin Quetta shootings leave four dead

Three persons travelling in the vehicle were killed on the spot, while two others were injured. Published 15 Apr, 2026 05:05am

CM Bugti, JUI-F agree to form body on mines dispute

The chief minister assures the delegation that both the Balochistan government and JUI-F share a common stance on protecting public rights. Published 15 Apr, 2026 05:05am