The nuclear tests conducted by Pakistan on May 28, 1998, in Chagai mountains of Balochistan have resulted in devastating consequences for the region and its people, according to activists. The radiation emitted from the atomic explosions have caused serious health problems for the people, particularly the children. It has also seriously impacted the water bodies and flora of Balochistan. #nuclear #nucleartests #Chagai #balochistan #health #Pakistan #atomic What We Offer In-Depth Analysis and Exclusive Reports: Our team of experienced journalists and analysts delve deep into the complexities of regional and international issues, providing you with exclusive reports and thorough analysis. Whether it’s the intricate political dynamics of Balochistan, the ongoing developments in POK, or the security challenges in Kashmir, we bring you stories that matter. Timely and Accurate Updates: Stay informed with our timely updates on the latest events and trends. From breaking news to detailed feature stories, NVI ensures you are always ahead of the curve with accurate and reliable information.
Persecution of Hindus, Christians and other minorities in Pakistan
Minorities, like Hindus and Christians, have been suffering immense atrocities in Pakistan. Very frequently, some or the other member of a minority community, whether Hindu or Christian, is subjected to humiliation, tortrure and cruelty in various forms. While men are thrashed and even lynched, their girls are raped and forcibly converted to Islam to be married to a Muslim man against their choice. Most tragically, the victims of these victims get no support from the police, the government or even the judiciary. #pakistan #minorities #Hindus #christians
India’s neighbours participate in Modi’s grand oath-taking ceremony
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the visiting leaders who congratulated him for the historic third consecutive term in office.
New Delhi, June 9: Narendra Modi took oath as the Prime Minister of India for the third consecutive time, in a grand ceremony on Sunday evening that saw the leaders of seven neighbouring countries invited as honoured guests.
Modi, clad in white kurta and churidar and donning a blue jacket, was administered the oath of office and secrecy by President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashparati Bhawan here.
The 74 year old leader took the oath in the name of God to loud cheers from the large number of guests, which included leaders from India’s neighbourhood and the Indian Ocean Region.
The leaders who attended the ceremony included President of Sri Lanka, Ranil Wickremesinghe; President of Maldives Mohamed Muizzu; Vice-President of Seychelles Ahmed Afif; Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina; Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth accompanied by his spouse; Prime Minister of Nepal Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’; and Prime Minister of Bhutan, Tshering Tobgay. Leaders of Maldives, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan were accompanied by Ministers.
Following the swearing-in ceremony, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the visiting leaders who congratulated him for the historic third consecutive term in office. Thanking them for gracing the occasion, Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to its ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and ‘SAGAR Vision’.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized that in his third term, India will continue to work for the peace, progress and prosperity of the region in close partnership with the countries, even as it pursues its goal of VIKSIT BHARAT by 2047, a statement said.
In this context, he called for deeper people-to-people ties and connectivity in the region. He further added that India would continue to amplify the voice of the Global South in the international arena.
The leaders also attended a Banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The President while welcoming them and conveying her wishes to Prime Minister Modi in the service of the nation, stated that India’s democratic exercise was not only a moment of pride for its people, but an inspiration to millions around the world.
The participation of leaders from India’s neighbourhood and the Indian Ocean region on the momentous occasion of swearing-in ceremony of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, underlines India’s deep-rooted bonds of friendship and cooperation with the region, a statement said.
Journalists, opposition groups boycott controversial Punjab Defamation Bill
The central Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the media bodies announced a total boycott of coverage concerning all government affairs as a mark of protest.
Islamabad, June 9: The controversial Punjab Defamation Bill 2024 was officially brought into effect and became a full-fledged law in Pakistan after the province’s Acting Governor Malik Ahmed Khan signed it. Seen as a draconian bill which curbs press freedom in the country, the bill was boycotted by various organisations and opposition groups in the National Assembly.
Drawing great ire from journalist groups and civil society organisations, the central Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the media bodies announced a total boycott of coverage concerning all government affairs at both the provincial and federal proceedings in the National Assembly as a mark of protest.
The Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE), All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS), Pakistan Broadcasters Association (PBA), Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) and Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors (AEMEND), held an emergency meeting to discuss the development and decided to record their protest against the law.
Just hours after the bill was passed, a joint petition was filed in the Lahore High Court (LHC) by journalists Riaz Ahmad Raja and Jaffar Ahmad Yar challenging its legality. The petition asked the high court to strike down the defamation law, saying it violated the fundamental rights of citizens protected in the Constitution.
The plea lamented that journalists were not consulted before the passing and approval of the defamation law, arguing that it was ludicrous and unconstitutional to allow a person to bring a claim of defamation without any proof.
BLA says it killed 5 Pakistani soldiers, injured 3 in Balochistan
Quetta, Dec 4 (NVI) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) tonight said it killed 5 personnel of the occupying Pakistani military and injured more than 3 in two separate attacks in Balochistan since yesterday.
In one operation, BLA freedom fighters targeted the main camp of occupying Pakistani army in the Hoshap area of Kech district of Balochistan with rockets and other weapons yesterday, spokesman Jeeyand Baloch said
The rocket hit and destroyed a security post of the occupying army, he said, adding two occupying army personnel were eliminated and several others were wounded in the attack.
In another operation, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani army personnel with automatic weapons in the Shoaap area of Lijeh in Kharan last night.
Three occupying army personnel were eliminated on the spot and at least three more were wounded in the attack, Jeeyand said. (NVI)
Balochistan: BLA claims killing of 27 Pakistani soldiers, injuring 17 in 29 operations
Quetta, Dec 1 (NVI) In an unprecedented wave of attacks, Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) killed 27 personnel and wounded 17 of the occupying Pakistani forces and their agents in 29 operations across Balochistan within a span of three days, the outfit said today.
BLA freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani Army, police forces and so-called ‘death squad’ agents in coordinated attacks across Balochistan between November 28 and November 30.
The freedom fighters also established blockades on main highways for hours and patrolled the areas during this period, causing huge embarrassment to the occupier regime.
Giving details, BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch said the freedom fighters struck occupying Pakistani Army’s Coast Guard camp in the Pasni area of Gwadar with multiple grenade launchers.
Freedom fighters targeted military intelligence personnel and agents of enemy Pakistani Army in Jiwani area of Gwadar with a remote-controlled IED attack while they were returning after extorting money from vehicles.
As a result of the explosion, three military intelligence agents were eliminated and two others seriously wounded, he said.
BLA freedom fighters attacked the security post of Pakistan Coast Guards main camp in Jiwani city with a grenade attack. Two enemy personnel were seriously wounded in the blast.
In Mastung city, BLA freedom fighters attacked the residence of an occupying Pakistan army major, firing several shells using grenade launchers and targeted occupying army personnel in an armed attack, eliminating one enemy personnel and wounding at least two others.
The BLA freedom fighters also targeted occupying Pakistani army and their defense installations in Quetta by carrying out six blasts.
BLA freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani army personnel stationed at a checkpost at Wali Jet in Quetta, causing losses to the enemy.
Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters also attacked occupying Pakistani forces at Allahwala Chowk adjacent to Qambrani Road in Quetta with a remote-controlled IED attack, when ten personnel had gathered to set up a blockade, the spokesman said.
Five enemy personnel were wounded in the explosion, he said.
Meanwhile, State Forces CTD and Bomb Disposal Squad personnel attempting to advance towards the site were targeted in another remote-controlled IED attack resulting in further casualties and property losses to occupying forces.
BLA freedom fighters targeted and destroyed railway line near Munir Ahmed Road in Quetta with two IED attacks.
Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters launched a hand grenade attack on a vehicle of Kechi Baig Police Station in Quetta during patrol. The personnel suffered casualties and property damage in the blast.
BLA freedom fighters blockaded the highway in Gana area of Turbat and destroyed an installed tower using explosives. The occupying army had placed spy cameras on the tower which were destroyed.
In another operation in Gana, freedom fighters targeted an occupying army post with several shells fired using grenade launchers.
Freedom fighters struck the Military Intelligence office in Turbat city with a grenade attack.
Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters conducted a blockade on the main highway in Mand, Bulo area of Kech, continuing snap checks for more than two hours, while patrolled the area and addressed the Baloch people.
BLA freedom fighters took control of main highway in Tajaban area of Hoshap and maintained snap checks for three hours.
An occupying army convoy attempting to advance was targeted and destroyed by a remote-controlled IED attack, while another vehicle was ambushed by freedom fighters.
More than 6 enemy personnel were eliminated and several wounded in this operation, the spokesman said.
BLA freedom fighters also targeted a camp of occupying Pakistani army in the Gili area of Buleda. Freedom fighters fired several shells using grenade launchers and engaged with automatic weapons, causing losses to the enemy.
Freedom fighters ambushed and attacked on-foot personnel of occupying Pakistani army in Sabuni area of Zamuran as they left their camp. Two enemy personnel were eliminated on the spot and several wounded.
BLA freedom fighters attacked an occupying Pakistani army post located at the house of Martyr Jahangir in Tump, Gumazi area of Kech. As result of the attack, three enemy army personnel were wounded.
Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters conducted a blockade on main highway at Ornach Cross and maintained snap checks for more than four hours.
In another operation, freedom fighters ambushed and attacked on-foot personnel of occupying army at Baran Lak area of Ornach, eliminating two enemy personnel on the spot and wounding at least three others.
Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters conducted a blockade on the CPEC highway at Katgari area of Panjgur. During this, fighters apprehended six so-called death squad agents formed by occupying Pakistani army and seized their weapons, including three M4s, three Kalashnikovs and thermal scopes.
Freedom fighters took control of the Levies force station at Sabz Aap in Panjgur and seized all weapons and equipment, including a Kalashnikov, two pistols and three motorcycles. Fighters maintained blockade on the highway for more than four hours.
In another operation, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters took control of police force station in the Washbod area of Panjgur and confiscated one Kalashnikov, other military equipment and two motorcycles and blockade was maintained on the highway for two hours.
Meanwhile, occupying Pakistani army attempted to advance in convoy but was targeted by another squad of freedom fighters in a remote-controlled IED attack, then ambushed and attacked. Three army vehicles were destroyed, seven enemy personnel were eliminated and several wounded.
Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani army camp in Shekhri, Morgand area of Kalat, using automatic weapons including rockets. Four enemy personnel were eliminated and several wounded and fire broke out in the camp following the attack.
BLA freedom fighters eliminated an enemy personnel posted at the outpost of occupying army in Shekhri area of Kalat in a sniper attack.
Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters eliminated an enemy personnel posted at the main camp of occupying Pakistani army in Shah Mardan area of Kalat in a sniper attack.
Baloch Liberation Army claims responsibility for all these attacks, issues a warning of further deadly operations and instructs the Baloch nation to maintain a safe distance from occupying forces, their facilitators and agents. (NVI)
BLF fighters attack camp housing foreign staff of key mining projects in Balochistan
Quetta, Dec 1 (NVI) In a daring operation, a group of fighters of Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) tonight stormed a heavily-guarded complex housing foreigners associated with the Reko Diq and Saindak copper and gold mining projects in occupied Balochistan.
Reko Diq and Saindik are Gold and Copper mining facilities, operated by the Pakistan government along with some foreign companies. The indigenous people of Balochistan have been complaining that the rich natural resources of their land are being looted by the occupier Pakistan.
The complex in Nokundi in Chagai district of Balochistan was attacked by the members of Sado Operational Battalion (SOB), a unit of BLF, said a statement issued by the outfit fighting for freedom of Balochistan from Pakistani occupation.
“The subunit of the Balochistan Liberation Front, SOB, has initiated a heavy attack on the main compound of the foreign staff and engineers related to Saindak and Reko Diq projects. The operation is still ongoing. A detailed statement will be released after the conclusion of the operation,” the statement said.
According to local reports, the attack was initiated by a suicide bomber who blew himself up at the main entrance of the compound having the security of the Pakistani paramilitary force, the Frontier Corps.
Several other heavily-armed associates of the suicide bomber then entered the premises, after which loud noise of firing and blasts started.
The targeting of the key projects of Pakistan government came amidst a wave of attacks by Baloch freedom fighters across Balochistan during the last 24 hours.
Baloch freedom fighters targeted Pakistani forces, detonating IEDs, ambushing soldiers and attacking checkposts at various places in the occupied Balochistan.
The attacks took place despite the Pakistani authorities suspending internet and shutting down transport services and several urban centres in apprehension of such developments.
This demonstrates the prowess of the Baloch fighters to carry out attacks at their will.
Chagai district houses huge quantities of Gold and Copper deposits and is ranked among the world’s largest reserves of the rich natural resources.
SOB, a new unit, is named after Saadat Marri alias Mama Sado, who is one of the founding members of the BLF. He was killed on December 3, 2007, while fighting with Pakistani forces in Kech.
Saadat Marri had been involved in earlier phases of the Baloch resistance, including the movements of 1964 and the 1972 insurgency.
He and his family had shifted to Afghanistan in 1977 along with many other Baloch families in the wake of Pakistani repression.
However, he returned in 1992 along with other Baloch refugees and settled near the Hazar Ghanji mountains.
When armed resistance reorganised in Makran around 2004, he again took part, joining younger fighters within the platform of the BLF despite his age.
The BLF’s move to launch a dedicated unit named after one of its historic figures, combined with its first suicide operation, reflects a shift in strategy and internal structuring which is likely to influence future dynamics in the region. (NVI)
TTP claims killing and wounding of 22 Pakistani soldiers and affiliates in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Peshawar, Nov 29 (NVI) Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) tonight claimed to have killed and injured at least 22 Pakistani soldiers and affiliated militia persons in its 10 operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan.
These actions were carried out under TTP’s ‘Operation Al-Khandaq’ which is underway since the last two years against the Pakistani military and affiliated agencies.
Of the 10 attacks, 4 were carried out in South Waziristan district, 2 in Lakki Marwat, and one each in Bajaur, Khyber, North Waziristan and Tank, TTP spokesman Muhammad Khorasani said in a statement to NVI.
Giving details, he said in South Waziristan, a military officer was killed in an attack on a post which has been under siege of the TTP for the last several days in Sarki Khel area of Azam Warsak.
Eight more military officers were killed in an attack on a military convoy that was coming to end the siege, the TTP spokesman said.
Rest of the soldiers fled from the spot, leaving behind their slain colleagues, he said.
In North Waziristan, 10 military personnel were killed and injured in an ambush on three army vehicles in Abelanka in Dosli, the spokesman said.
TTP fighters also ambushed the personnel of a pro-government militia riding motorcycles near the Baloch check post in Tank City Bazaar, in which several were killed and injured, he said.
In Lakki Marwat, an activist of the so-called ‘nominal peace committee’, which carries out dirty tasks of the Pakistani military, was killed in a targeted attack in Isak Khel.
In Naurang, a military convoy was ambushed in Sara Darga area, the spokesman said, adding there is possibility of casualties in the attack.
In Bajaur district, an Army machine gunner Nazar Hussain was targeted and killed by the TTP in Malkana Dombki on the instructions of the TIA.
In Khyber district, a soldier was killed in a sniper attack on a military post in Jamrud. (NVI)
UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador & Football icon David Beckham meets children in India; champions equality & opportunity
Mumbai, Nov 28 (NVI) Iconic English football player and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Sir David Beckham met children and young people during a visit to India this week, and called for equal opportunities, inclusion and empowerment for every child.
“I am humbled by the drive, resilience and passion of the children and young people I met today who are fighting for change at an early age and having a say in their future. They are truly inspirational and have conquered many challenges to be where they are today. Their journey is an important reminder that we must continue investing in children and young people,” he remarked.
At the Cooperage Football Grounds in Mumbai, Beckham met 12-year-old Khushi and 10-year-old Rohit who found their calling in football, enabling them to learn life skills while giving them confidence, joy and a sense of belonging.
“I was always very quiet and withdrawn. Playing football helped me to open up and communicate better. I learnt how to interact with others and make decisions,” said Khushi.
Sir David also met with young children from a UNICEF-supported project which aims to make Mumbai a better place to live and play with every citizen coming together to support their community.
9-year-old Tirth, a waste compost champion said, “When I saw our school waste turning into compost and helping plants grow — I realised we’re not just cleaning; we’re giving life back to earth.”
“As UNICEF’s Goodwill Ambassador for the last 20 years, Sir David Beckham has consistently brought attention to the world’s children and the most pressing challenges they face. He is an inspiration for children in India and across the world and his appreciation will encourage them to pursue their dreams and motivate them to reach their full potential,” said UNICEF India Representative, Cynthia McCaffrey.
UNICEF partners with the Government of India to advance rights of children and young people to survive and thrive, especially the most vulnerable. For more than 76 years, this collaboration continues to focus on strengthening systems for health, nutrition, education, water and sanitation, child protection, social protection, and climate resilience so that children can learn, grow, and thrive. (NVI)
TTP: 15 attacks carried out on Pakistani military, 6 soldiers confirmed dead
Peshawar, Nov 27 (NVI) Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) tonight said it carried out 15 operations against the Pakistani military on November 27 across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, which resulted in 6 confirmed killings of soldiers and several other ‘likely’ casualties among the forces.
At least 9 of these operations were carried out in North Waziristan, while 3 were conducted in South Waziristan, 2 in Bajaur and 1 in Peshawar, TTP spokesman Muhammad Khorasani said in a statement to NVI.
Giving details, he said in North Waziristan, TTP carried out three consecutive attacks, using Grenade Launchers (GL), on a military camp in Hasokhel in Mir Ali area.
Casualties are ‘likely’ in this attack, he said.
Two consecutive GL attacks were also carried out on a military post in Khushali, with casualties likely, Khorasani said.
Two consecutive GL attacks were carried out on the same military post a day earlier also, he said.
A soldier was killed in a laser gun attack on a picket in Dosli, the spokesman said.
In South Waziristan, TTP fighters attacked Malatuni Fort in Ladha with mortars, and subsequently the post was targeted with other weapons, Khorasani said, adding loss of life and property was reported in both attacks.
In Azam Warsak in South Waziristan, the Sarki Khel military post, which has been under siege by the TTP for the past several days, was attacked by the Mujahideen last night, killing three more military personnel, he said.
In Bajaur, an officer was killed in an attack carried out when the military personnel were constructing a new post in Dabri in Wada Mahmond.
In the same district, a Pakistan soldier on leave was killed by TTP in Khar in Raisat.
In Peshawar district, an ambush was carried out on a convoy of the Pakistan Army and Khasadar Force with small arms and ballistic missiles in the Faqiri Bandh area of Hasan Khel, Sharikira, in which injuries and casualties were reported, the spokesman said. (NVI)
Balochistan: BLA says it killed 4 Pakistani soldiers, injured 7 in attack
Quetta, Nov 27 (NVI) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed to have eliminated 4 Pakistani soldiers and injured 7 others in an attack on an army camp in Panjgur district of occupied Balochistan.
In a statement, BLA spokesman Jeeyand Baloch said freedom fighters surrounded and targeted a central camp of occupying Pakistani army in Panjgur from multiple directions, inflicting heavy casualties and property losses.
“Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters launched a coordinated attack on central camp of occupying Pakistani army in Gurmakan area of Panjgur” during the intervening night of November 25 and 26, the spokesman said.
Fighters engaged enemy positions from two directions, firing over 20 rockets and employing modern automatic weapons, he said.
Four occupying army personnel were eliminated, while at least seven others sustained injuries, while enemy forces also suffered significant property damages, the spokesman. (NVI)
Balochistan: BLA says it killed 3 Pakistani soldiers & secret agent
Quetta, Nov 25 (NVI) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) tonight claimed responsibility for killing 3 Pakistani soldiers and eliminating an undercover Army officer in separate incidents in Balochistan.
Giving details, BLA spokesman Jeeyand Baloch said the outfit’s operatives targeted the occupying Pakistani army in two separate operations in Mastung and Panjgur with IED attacks.
The BLA operatives targeted the foot soldiers of the Pakistani army’s bomb disposal team using a remote-controlled IED in the Marukand area of Mastung while they were clearing the road.
Three soldiers of the occupying army were killed on the spot in the explosion, the spokesman said.
In a separate operation, BLA operatives yesterday arrested one Duda Khan in Pardan in Panjgur when he was moving around the area in disguise for the purpose of providing information, the spokesman said.
During the search, a tracking chip along with the service card of the occupation army was recovered from Duda Khan,
During interrogation, he confessed that he had been carrying out intelligence and facilitation work for the occupation army in disguise for a long time.
The official admitted that he was given the task of delivering the tracking chip to the area, but the freedom arrested him on the way.
Occupation army official Duda Khan admitted that he was directly involved in military aggressions alongside the occupation army, where he committed crimes such as burning down houses and forcibly disappearing youth.
The Baloch Liberation Army commanders killed the said officer of the occupation army in the Pardan area, bringing his actions to a logical conclusion, the spokesman said. (NVI)
Pakistan again attacks Afghanistan, kills 10 & evokes threat
Kabul, Nov 25 (BVI) Pakistan again carried out drone attacks inside Afghanistan, killing at least 10 civilians, including 9 children, and prompting the angry Taliban regime to vow an appropriate response at the right time for an “assault on sovereignty” of Afghanistan.
Last night, in the Mughalgai area of Gurbuz district, Khost province, the Pakistani regime’s invading army bombed the house of a local civilian, Wilayat Khan, se? killing 9 children (5 boys and 4 girls) and a woman, and destroying the house, the Taliban regime’s Information Minister Zabihullah said today.
Airstrikes also took place in Kunar and Paktika, where 4 civilians were wounded, he said.
“The airstrikes carried out last night by Pakistani forces in Afghanistan’s Paktika, Khost, and Kunar provinces constitute a direct assault on Afghanistan’s sovereignty,” Zabihullah said.
He said Pakistani action was “a clear breach of internationally recognized norms and principles”.
He said, “These hostile actions by Pakistani forces achieve nothing; they only prove that operations driven by flawed intelligence inflame tensions and expose the ongoing failures of Pakistan’s military regime.’
While strongly condemning “this violation and act of aggression”, Zabihullah said “defending Afghan airspace, territory, and citizens” is the legitimate right.”
He asserted that “A necessary response will be given at the proper time.” (BVI
Balochistan: BLA owns 2 attacks on Pakistani soldiers
Quetta, Nov 19 (NVI) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) tonight claimed responsibility for attacks on the occupying Pakistani army in Kech and Mastung districts of Balochistan and said the enemy forces suffered casualties in these assaults.
Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters attacked on-foot personnel of occupying Pakistani army while they were providing security to army convoys, in Buleda Gilli area of Kech district, its spokesman Jeeyand Baloch said in a statement.
One Pakistani soldier was eliminated on the spot and another was wounded in the attack, he said.
In another operation, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters fired several shells using grenade launchers at the main camp of Pakistani army and targeted enemy positions in Mastung city on last night, the spokesman said.
The occupying army suffered casualties and property damage in the attacks, he added. (NVI)
