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Gul Plaza president admits absence of fire safety lights as questions mount over mezzanine traps and safety failures

Karachi: As the city continues to mourn one of the deadliest fire incidents in its history, serious questions are being raised about safety measures and emergency response following the devastating blaze at Gul Plaza on M.A. Jinnah Road, Karachi. The fire has claimed at least 28 lives, while dozens of people are still reported missing….

NDMA issues medium-level landslide alert for central and northern Balochistan

ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Wednesday issued a medium-level landslide alert for central and northern districts of Balochistan, warning of heightened risks of landslides, rockfalls and debris flows in mountainous areas due to an expected spell of adverse weather from January 22. According to the assessment, very high landslide-prone zones include Quetta,…

Junaid Chaudhry calls for space-based monitoring for port expansion, maritime safety

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Wednesday said advanced space-based monitoring systems could play a vital role in safeguarding seas, improving maritime management and strengthening responses to environmental threats. Junaid Chaudhry made the remarks during a visit to the headquarters of the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO),…

DPM Dar inaugurates Pathfinder Group’s Pakistan Pavilion on WEF meeting 2026 sidelines

DAVOS:Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday inaugurated the Pathfinder Group’s Pakistan Pavilion on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos. The DPM/FM appreciated the initiative to showcase Pakistan’s vast economic potential and emerging opportunities on a global platform, while highlighting the dynamism and innovation…

Man City players to reimburse travelling fans after shock defeat in Bodo

Manchester City players will dig into their own pockets to refund travelling fans after a humiliating 3-1 Champions League defeat to Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in Arctic conditions. The Premier League club suffered the upset on Tuesday as Bodo/Glimt secured a first Champions League victory thanks to Kasper Hogh’s quick-fire double and Jens Petter Hauge’s stunning…