Pakistani authorities responded with massive counter-operations that left significant casualties on both sides. Pakistani security forces killed at least 145 fighters in the restive Balochistan province, a day after the attacks which left 31 civilians, including five women, and 17 security personnel dead.

A violent surge in Pakistan’s Balochistan has triggered a war of narratives. Islamabad claims 145 terrorists were eliminated in sweeping operations, while admitting the deaths of its own soldiers and civilians.

The deadly attack has killed nearly 50 people, including at least 17 security personnel. In response, Pakistani also launched a 40-hour battle to take down more than 140 militants so far, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti said on Sunday.

MEA spokesperson said that Pakistan should focus on what their nationals demand, instead of making frivolous claims

Balochistan's recent BLA 'Operation Herof 2.0' attacks killed dozens across districts like Quetta and Gwadar, reviving a 1948 insurgency born from Kalat's forced accession.

The BLA attacks may prove to be yet another incident in the long conflict in Balochistan. However, it could also play into larger questions about how restive the Baloch region has become.

ISLAMABAD: Askari Bank Limited has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Green Corporate Initiative (GCI) to support the development of Pakistan’s agriculture sector, with a focused commitment to uplifting underprivileged farmers in Balochistan through 0 percent mark-up agricultural financing up to PKR 3 Billion.