Karachi, Pakistan – In a devastating turn of events, a fire broke out at Karachi’s Glorious Plaza overnight, resulting in the loss of 28 lives and leaving many more injured. The rescue efforts are ongoing as authorities struggle to bring the situation under control. According to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) South, the latest body recovered from the site has been identified as Tanveer Ahmed Khan, a resident of Korangi No. 4. Ahmed was a salesperson at the plaza and had been reported missing. His identity was confirmed through a personal identification card found on his body. This brings the total…
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Karachi, Pakistan – A recent fire safety audit conducted by the Sindh government has exposed severe deficiencies in the fire safety measures of several high-rise buildings and commercial centers in Karachi. The audit report, which was submitted to the Commissioner of Karachi on January 1, 2024, revealed that most of the buildings surveyed did not have standard fire safety equipment. The report, which was conducted by the Fire Brigade Department of Sindh, surveyed over 235 buildings in the city and found that many of them had serious fire safety deficiencies. The report warned that if these deficiencies are not addressed,…
Karachi Mayor, Murtaza Wahab, has announced a financial aid of 1 crore rupees for the family of the late Firefighter Fareed, who lost his life in the line of duty. Murtaza Wahab, along with other officials, visited the family’s residence, offered condolences, and expressed his deepest sympathies. The announcement comes as a response to the severe criticisms faced by the Karachi Fire Department’s audit report, which highlighted multiple shortcomings and expressed concerns that similar incidents may occur in the future. According to the report, the audit was conducted to assess the department’s preparedness to tackle potential emergencies. The Mayor announced…
Pakistan’s defense minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, has stated that the international community is united in its support for a two-state solution to the Palestinian conflict. In a recent interview with Geo News, Asif emphasized that Pakistan is not considering sending troops to the region. He also welcomed the invitation extended to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif by former US President Donald Trump to participate in the Gaza Peace Process. Asif highlighted that Pakistan can play a key role in shaping the future of Gaza, particularly if a road map is devised for the region’s development. He emphasized that the international community…
PML-N leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi has written a letter to MPANadeem Qureshi from Kot Lakhpat Jail in Lahore. The letter was handed over by Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s son, Zam Qureshi, to MPANadeem Qureshi. In the letter, Shah Mahmood Qureshi expressed his congratulations on the speech made against the Punjab Protection of Movible Property Act 2025 in the assembly. He stated that this issue has united the legal community. According to the letter, both professional groups have rejected it under the leadership of Hamid Khan, and the Punjab Bar Council, led by Ahsan Bhon, has also rejected the legislation. The letter…
The Foreign Ministers of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Prince Faisal bin Farhan, held a telephonic conversation, discussing the strengthening of bilateral ties, regional cooperation, and the promotion of two-way collaboration. The meeting also led to an agreement to meet at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Furthermore, the conversation touched upon the potential for further strengthening of bilateral relations. The Afghan government has reportedly reduced its development budget by 131 billion Afghan Afghani, leaving it at 24 billion Afghan Afghani. This comes as part of efforts to revitalize development projects and strengthen fire safety systems. A…
Article: Pakistan’s Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Esakh Dar, met with the newly appointed British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jean Mary, in a move aimed at strengthening the bilateral ties between the two nations. The meeting focused on ways to bolster Pakistan-UK relations and promote mutual cooperation. The two sides also reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing collaboration in various fields. Separately, Afghanistan’s economic budget has been reduced significantly, from 131 billion Afghanis to 24 billion Afghanis. The move is part of efforts to revamp the country’s economic strategy and implement new development projects, including the establishment of…
Karachi, Pakistan – In the aftermath of the devastating fire that ravaged the Gul Plaza building in Karachi, the city’s commissioner, Syed Hasan Naqvi, has announced that a probe committee will be formed to investigate the incident. The committee’s first meeting is scheduled for tomorrow, with the aim of uncovering the facts and circumstances surrounding the tragedy. As of now, 26 people have been confirmed dead, with 71 still unaccounted for. The rescue operation is ongoing, and 20 bodies have been recovered so far, with 18 of them identified. The Fire Brigade has confirmed that the rescue operation in the…
Karachi, Pakistan – In a devastating incident, a massive fire engulfed the Glue Plaza in Karachi, leaving 28 people dead and several others injured. The fire broke out in the early hours of the morning, with reports suggesting that it started on the ground floor and quickly spread to the upper floors. Suleman, a shop owner who lost his cousin in the tragedy, said that he was not present at the plaza when the fire started but rushed to the scene later. He claimed that there were no emergency exits in the building, making it difficult for people to escape.…
Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has stated that the government is considering providing an alternate location for traders affected by the recent fire at the Gul Plaza in Karachi. In an interview with Geo News’ Shahzad Khanzada, Murtaza Wahab revealed that the fire-fighting operation has been completed, and the rescue efforts are ongoing. Senator Kalsoom Perveen of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) expressed concerns over the lack of safety measures at the Gul Plaza, stating that such a large structure was allowed to be built without proper safety protocols. She claimed that the fire-fighting process was hindered by the intense heat,…
