Quetta: A massive fire broke out at the four-storey Achakzai Plaza in Liaquat Bazaar, Quetta, causing extensive damage to more than 200 shops and a basement, officials confirmed on Tuesday. According to details, the fire spread rapidly across the commercial plaza, triggering panic among traders as thick smoke and intense flames made rescue and firefighting efforts difficult. Several fire brigade vehicles and district administration teams rushed to the scene and are actively engaged in controlling the blaze. Authorities said that police and other law enforcement personnel have also been deployed to ensure public safety and facilitate emergency operations in the…
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Kabul: Several people were killed in a blast in Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul, on Sunday, officials confirmed. According to a foreign news agency, the explosion occurred in the Shahr-e-Naw area, leaving multiple people dead and injured. Rescue teams rushed to the scene and shifted the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. Spokesperson for the Afghan Ministry of Interior Abdul Mateen Qani confirmed that the blast had resulted in multiple fatalities. He said that further details would be shared soon. The Shahr-e-Naw area is known for housing foreign residents and key facilities and is considered one of the relatively secure areas of…
Pakistan has moved a step closer to the launch of 5G services, as the federal government has decided to hold the 5G spectrum auction during the month of Ramazan. According to officials, the government plans to launch 5G services in major cities within six months after the completion of the auction. Federal Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima said efforts are underway to conduct the 5G spectrum auction by the end of February. She added that following the auction, 3G and 4G services are also expected to improve. The minister said the government aims to roll out 5G services in…
London | January 19, 2026: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has openly disagreed with US President Donald Trump over the issue of Greenland, advising Washington to pursue diplomacy instead of pressure. According to Reuters, Starmer held a telephone conversation with President Trump on Sunday, during which he warned that imposing tariffs on NATO allies would be “wrong” and damaging to collective security. Before speaking with Trump, the British prime minister had also held discussions with Denmark, the European Union, and NATO leadership. Starmer said that placing tariffs on allies who are working together for NATO’s shared security goals was not…
Australia have announced a 17-member T20 squad for their upcoming tour of Pakistan, scheduled from January 29 to February 1. Key Australian players Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Tim David will miss the Pakistan tour due to injuries. According to selectors, the players have been given additional time to regain full fitness ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup, which is why they will not take part in the short Pakistan series. The three-match T20 International series between Pakistan and Australia will be played in Lahore. All matches will start at 4:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time. The Australian team will…
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is taking a historic step with its 11th season, introducing a player auction model for the first time. Inspired by the Indian Premier League (IPL), this new system replaces the traditional player draft used in PSL’s previous ten seasons. The move aims to increase competitiveness, transparency, and earning opportunities for players. This change also reflects PSL’s growing maturity as a league and its ambition to attract top local and international talent. From Player Draft to Player Auction: What’s New? For the first 10 seasons, PSL teams selected players through a draft system, where teams could…
The federal government has officially announced the list of public holidays for the year 2026. According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division, several national, religious, and public holidays will be observed across the country during the year. As per the notification, Kashmir Day will be observed on February 5, while Pakistan Day will be marked as a public holiday on March 23. For Eid-ul-Fitr, public holidays will be observed on March 21, 22, and 23, 2026. Labour Day will be celebrated on May 1, and a public holiday will be observed on May 28 in connection with Youm-e-Takbeer.…
Karachi: The Sindh government has announced a compensation package of Rs10 million per family for the relatives of those who lost their lives in the Gul Plaza fire tragedy, Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah said on Monday. Addressing the media, the chief minister stated that the Sindh government would ensure the rehabilitation of all affected persons, adding that the distribution of financial assistance to bereaved families will begin from Tuesday. Calling the incident deeply tragic, Murad Ali Shah said the fire had left the entire city in mourning. He clarified that no evidence of sabotage has emerged so far,…
Lahore: A Lahore sessions court on Monday extended the interim bail of Aroob Jatoi, wife of popular YouTuber Ducky Bhai Lahore sessions court has extended the interim bail of YouTuber Ducky Bhai’s wife Aroob Jatoi until February 4 in a case related to the promotion of gambling applications., until February 4 in a case related to the alleged promotion of gambling applications. The hearing was conducted by Additional Sessions Judge Mansoor Ahmed Qureshi. Aroob Jatoi appeared before the court as her interim bail period expired. During the proceedings, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) requested additional time to submit…
Lahore: The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has confirmed a forecast of rainfall across several divisions of Punjab, while heavy snowfall is expected in hilly regions over the coming days. According to PDMA, rain is likely in Lahore, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Sahiwal, Multan, Faisalabad, Dera Ghazi Khan, and Bahawalpur divisions. The report states that the weather will remain generally cold and dry, with intermittent rain in various cities and snowfall in mountainous areas. PDMA Punjab has directed all concerned departments to remain on high alert and ensure preventive measures to deal with any potential emergencies, including urban flooding, landslides, or other…
