Pakistan is grappling with a humanitarian crisis following a devastating fire at the Glitz Plaza in Karachi, which has claimed the lives of several people. The US Consulate General has expressed condolences over the tragedy, stating that the US shares the pain of the families of the deceased.
The rescue and firefighting operations were praised by the US Consulate General, who also expressed hope for the speedy recovery of the injured and the safe return of the missing persons.
In response to the tragedy, Sindh Chief Minister has announced the formation of a special committee of the Provincial Assembly to investigate the incident.
Meanwhile, the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) chief, Mustafa Kamal, has stated that Pakistan cannot afford to ignore the plight of Kashmir.
The hospital spokesperson has assured that the best medical facilities are being provided to the pregnant women and their newborns.
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence, a Liberty Bell campaign was launched in Islamabad. The US Ambassador to Pakistan, Natalia Baker, inaugurated the Liberty Bell Initiative at the Lincoln Corner in Islamabad.
In other news, the Sindh government has temporarily suspended the removal of debris from the rubble at the Glitz Plaza to facilitate the search for missing persons.
A cold wave is sweeping through Karachi, with winds blowing at a speed of 20 kilometers per hour. Residents are facing difficulties due to the severe cold, with many families stranded on the streets for hours.
A statement from the Ministry of Finance has praised the role of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in eradicating polio in Pakistan. The statement emphasized the need for close coordination between relevant institutions to ensure the implementation of health programs.
The snowfall has disrupted traffic in several districts, with roads becoming slippery and difficult to navigate. Light to moderate rain is expected in several cities, including Sindh and Punjab.
The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has demanded an explanation from the market association for the alleged mismanagement of the Glitz Plaza.
In a separate incident, a woman has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a court in Jhelum for murdering her husband.
The Deputy Commissioner of East Karachi has ordered the regularization of an illegal petrol pump on the University of Karachi’s land, which was earlier declared non-operational.
An MQM member has written to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) to investigate the allegations of irregularities in the World Bank-funded projects in Sindh.
In a shocking revelation, Barrister Ghulam Nabi has expressed concern over the alleged irregularities in the Board of Governors of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission.
Former US President Donald Trump has announced his intention to continue working with the Board of Governors, including the United Nations and other countries.
In other news, the UAE has launched a new plan to combat drought through artificial rain. The initiative aims to provide relief to areas suffering from water scarcity.
