Karachi, January 20, 2026 – The death toll from the devastating fire at Gul Plaza shopping Centre in Karachi has risen to 26, including a firefighter, as search and recovery operations resumed on Monday following extensive cooling measures. Rescue teams continue to search for dozens still missing, with Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab confirming 65 people unaccounted for.
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Witchcraft now a crime: Senate passes tough new punishment law
Islamabad, January 19, 2026 – The Senate on Monday gave its approval to a landmark bill amending the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC), introducing strict penalties for witchcraft, black magic, and sorcery, including imprisonment of up to seven years and fines reaching Rs1 million.
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia finance ministers discuss deepening economic partnership at Davos
Islamabad, January 19, 2026 – Pakistan’s Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a high-level meeting with Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Aljadaan on Monday on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, focusing on strengthening bilateral economic cooperation.
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Sindh government announces relief package for Gul Plaza fire victims
Karachi, January 19, 2026 – The Sindh government on Monday announced a monetary relief package for the victims and families affected by the deadly Gul Plaza fire in Karachi, aiming to provide immediate financial support and assist in the rehabilitation of affected traders and businesses.
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Death toll in Gul Plaza Karachi fire rises to 14, over 60 missing
Karachi, January 19, 2026 – The death toll from the massive Gul Plaza fire in Karachi has risen to 14, while more than 60 people remain missing, as rescue teams continue their search for survivors, media reported on Monday. The blaze, which engulfed the multi-storey shopping mall in the city’s business district late on Saturday, burned for over 24 hours, hampering rescue efforts in the densely packed market area.
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Pakistan launches digital petrol pump system to curb fuel smuggling
Islamabad, January 19, 2026 – The Government of Pakistan has launched a nationwide campaign to digitalize petrol pumps and the petroleum supply chain as part of its comprehensive reform agenda. The initiative aims to prevent fuel smuggling, eliminate illegal sales, and protect the interests of authorized dealers, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Petroleum.
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Karachi temperature rises slightly ahead of expected showers
Islamabad, January 19, 2026: The temperature in Karachi, Pakistan’s financial and commercial hub, is gradually edging upward as the city braces for possible rainfall in the coming days.
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CM Murad visits Gul Plaza, pledges full support to fire victims
Karachi – Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah visited Gul Plaza following the devastating fire, reviewed ongoing rescue and firefighting efforts, and met with affected shopkeepers and families. He assured that the government will conduct a thorough investigation and provide all possible assistance to the victims.
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PM, President express grief over Gul Plaza fire in Karachi
Islamabad, January 18, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire incident at Gul Plaza in Karachi, which resulted in the loss of precious human lives. He said the government stands in solidarity with the families of the deceased during this difficult time.
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Sindh and Punjab revenue authorities discuss sales tax on services implementation
Lahore: The Chairman of Sindh Revenue Board (SRB), Dr. Wasif Memon, visited the Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) headquarters for high-level talks on enhancing tax administration and implementing sales tax on services across provinces.
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