Tag: Balochistan
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FCC Upholds Balochistan’s Mineral Excise Duty Right
Overview: A Milestone in Provincial Autonomy The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has issued a landmark decision upholding the Balochistan Assembly’s legislation that empowers the province to levy an excise duty on its mineral resources. This ruling marks a significant shift in the balance of fiscal powers within Pakistan’s federal framework, reinforcing provincial autonomy in the…
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FCC Upholds Balochistan’s Right to Levy Mineral Excise Duty
Key ruling strengthens provincial fiscal autonomy The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has upheld the validity of legislation passed by the Balochistan Assembly that authorizes the province to levy mineral excise duty. The decision marks a significant milestone in Pakistan’s ongoing project of cooperative federalism, clarifying the constitutional space for provincial fiscal instruments in natural resource…
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CM Bugti hails 14% decline in out-of-school children in Balochistan
Balochistan sees first major drop in out-of-school children In a landmark update for the province’s education sector, Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti announced that the number of out-of-school children in Balochistan has declined by 14 percent for the first time. The figures, presented amid policy briefings and classroom visits, mark a significant milestone for a…
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Balochistan CM Hails 14% Decline in Out-of-School Children
Biggest Education Milestone Yet for Balochistan The Chief Minister of Balochistan, Mir Sarfraz Bugti, announced what officials termed a landmark achievement in the province’s education sector: a 14 percent decline in the number of out-of-school children. While the pandemic years disrupted learning nationwide, data released by the provincial education department show a sustained improvement in…
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ADB Extends $48 Million Financing for Balochistan Water Resources Project
New Financing Boost for Balochistan’s Water Resources The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently approved an additional $48 million in financing for Pakistan’s Balochistan Water Resources Development Project. This move comes as part of ADB’s broader commitment to bolster water security and resilient irrigation across the province, aligning with Pakistan’s goals for sustainable growth and poverty…
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ADB Grants $48 Million Additional Financing for Balochistan Water Resources Project to Boost Resilience
ADB Expands Support for Water Security in Balochistan In a move that underscores its focus on climate resilience and sustainable development, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an additional $48 million in financing for Pakistan’s Balochistan Water Resources Development Project. This latest tranche complements an earlier commitment and aims to accelerate the construction of…
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ADB Approves $48m for Balochistan Water Project
Overview: A New Chapter for Balochistan’s Water Security The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an additional $48 million in financing for Pakistan, aimed at strengthening water resources management in the drought-prone province of Balochistan. The funding supports the Balochistan Water Resources Development Project, a program that blends modern infrastructure with advanced technology to improve…
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Balochistan Govt Rejects PTI Rally in Quetta Over Security Concerns
Background: Why the Quetta Rally Was Under Scrutiny The government of Balochistan announced on Thursday that it would not grant permission for a public gathering by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Quetta. Officials cited significant security concerns and a need to prioritize public safety in a period described as volatile by regional authorities. The decision…
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Balochistan Government Denies PTI Rally in Quetta Over Security Concerns
Background: The Stoppage of a PTI Rally in Quetta The government of Balochistan announced on Thursday that it would not permit a public gathering by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Quetta. Citing heightened security risks and a delicate political climate, provincial authorities said that no political party could be allowed to hold a rally under…
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Balochistan govt denies PTI rally in Quetta amid security concerns
Government cites security concerns in Quetta crowd ban The government of Balochistan announced on Thursday that it would not authorize a public gathering by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Quetta, citing significant security concerns and the current political climate. Officials said that allowing a rally at this juncture could pose risks to public safety and order,…