Baluchistan
Coverage of Baluchistan in the Nexus archive.
- Coal mine blast in Pakistan kills at least 32 miners and traps 10 others
A coal mine blast in southwest Pakistan killed at least 32 miners and trapped 10 others, likely caused by a methane gas buildup. Rescue operations continue, but officials warn the death toll may rise. The government will pay compensation to victims' families and investigate the incident, while labor groups accuse mine owners of safety negligence.
- Coal mine blast in Pakistan kills at least 11 miners and traps 31 others
An explosion at a coal mine in southwest Pakistan killed at least 11 miners and trapped 31 others, likely caused by a methane gas buildup. Rescue operations are ongoing under difficult conditions, with officials warning of a potential rise in fatalities due to low oxygen levels. The government has pledged compensation for victims' families and an investigation into safety measures.