CPEC seen as key to unlocking Balochistan’s economic potential

Balochistan, which holds around 75% of Pakistan’s mineral wealth, is emerging as a central pillar of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), with policymakers and analysts stressing that development, stability and prosperity in the province are closely tied to the success of the multibillion-dollar connectivity project. The long coastline of Balochistan, the province rich in coal, copper, gold, […]

Quetta remains on edge as internet shutdown, tight security disrupt daily life

Life in Quetta remained tense and unsettled on Monday as residents entered a third day without internet services, following a deadly weekend attack by the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 92 terrorists were killed as security forces repelled the attacks across the province on Saturday, while 15 security personnel were […]

From passion to profit: Family festival in Karachi showcases women-led online businesses

A one-day family festival held in Karachi carried a strong message of women’s empowerment, with women-led stalls and homegrown online businesses taking centre stage. Organised at Habitt City, the festival brought together families, young entrepreneurs and creative women, many of whom are using digital platforms to turn their skills into sustainable sources of income. The […]

Defence minister urges large-scale troop deployment in Balochistan

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said on Monday that Pakistan needed to deploy large numbers of troops in Balochistan because of the province’s vast geography amid the serious security situation and recent spate of attacks. The statement comes after a series of coordinated attacks at multiple locations in Balochistan that occurred a day earlier. According to the […]