At least 10 people were killed and dozens injured during violent protests outside the U.S. Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan. Demonstrators clashed with security forces in response to rising Middle East tensions following recent strikes on Iran and the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei. Authorities urge calm as investigations continue.


Pak PM Condemns Israeli Strikes; Protesters Storm US Embassy Buildings in Pakistan

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khwaja Asif has addressed questions surrounding Army Chief General Asim Munir’s growing prominence, pushing back against claims of a power imbalance. The remarks come amid continuing debate over civil-military dynamics and leadership influence in Pakistan’s political landscape. The issue has drawn attention as discussions over governance and authority intensify.


Pakistan: Is Asim Munir Pakistan’s Real Power Centre? Khwaja Asif Defends Army Chief’s Role | WION

Pakistan: Gas Explosion in Karachi Apartment Kills 16, Injures Dozens

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif described Islamabad’s decision to join the US-led war in Afghanistan as a “miscalculation”, while sharply criticising Washington’s treatment of Pakistan.

Speaking on the country’s role in the conflict, Asif said Pakistan was “used and discarded”, accusing the United States of exploiting Islamabad during the Afghan war. His remarks, including unusually blunt language directed at the US, have drawn significant political attention.

The comments revive long-running debates within Pakistan over the costs and consequences of its involvement in the Afghanistan conflict.

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Calls Afghan War Decision a ‘Miscalculation’ | WION

At least 31 people have been killed and more than 169 injured in an explosion at an imambargah in Islamabad. Emergency services rushed to the site as authorities assessed the scale of the damage and began investigations into the blast.

Breaking: At Least 31 Killed, Over 169 Injured in Islamabad Imambargah Explosion | Pakistan | WION

At least 15 people have been killed and more than 80 injured in an explosion at an imambargah in Islamabad. Emergency services rushed to the site as authorities assessed the scale of the damage and began investigations into the blast.

Breaking: At Least 15 Killed, Over 80 Injured in Islamabad Imambargah Explosion | Pakistan | WION 

A fire broke out at a mobile market in Karachi, Pakistan, causing panic among shopkeepers and visitors. Firefighters responded promptly and brought the blaze under control, preventing further damage and potential casualties. Authorities confirmed that no lives were lost, but some shops sustained damage due to the flames and smoke.

Karachi Market Blaze: Fire Erupts at Karachi Mobile Market, Shops Damaged

Pakistan: Fire at Karachi Mobile Market Contained | Firefighters Bring It Under Control

Anger has erupted in Pakistan after a deadly fire tore through a shopping mall in Karachi, killing at least 67 people. Protests have broken out in the country’s economic capital as residents demand accountability, stricter safety regulations, and justice for the victims of the tragic blaze.

Pak: Protesters Cite 'Negligence' For Fire Tragedy, Demand Resignations From Officials

Anger has erupted in Pakistan after a deadly fire tore through a shopping mall in Karachi, killing at least 67 people. Protests have broken out in the country’s economic capital as residents demand accountability, stricter safety regulations, and justice for the victims of the tragic blaze.


Karachi Mall Fire: Protests In Pakistan's Economic Capital After Deadly Mall Fire

A court in Pakistan has sentenced a human rights activist to 17 years in prison over social media posts deemed “anti-state”, drawing sharp criticism from rights groups. 


Pakistan: Pakistan Jails Human Rights Activist For 17 Years Over ‘Anti-State’ Posts | WION

Though the shopping mall was heavily crowded due to the ongoing wedding season, only three of the 16 exits were open, while all others were locked, senior police official Syed Asad Raza told a news agency. 

Death toll in Karachi shopping mall blaze rises to 71, may go up further as search operation still on

The death toll from the devastating January 17 fire at Karachi's Gul Plaza Shopping Centre has climbed to 67, with rescuers retrieving charred body parts from a locked mezzanine shop where victims sought refuge.



Karachi Mall Fire Probe: Death Toll Hits 67 Amid Charred Remains

The death toll from a fire at a shopping centre in the Pakistani city of Karachi has risen to at least 67, health and police officials said, after dozens of bodies were found.

Karachi Mall Fire: Deadly Fire Broke Out at Karachi's Gul Plaza Shopping Complex 

The death toll from the January 17, 2026, fire at Karachi's Gul Plaza shopping mall climbed to 55 by January 22, with the multistory complex-housing 1,200 shops-reduced to charred rubble after a 36-hour blaze likely sparked by an electrical fault. 


Karachi Mall Fire Death Toll Hits 55 as Complex Reduces to Ashes

Pakistani firefighters on Wednesday retrieved the bodies of up to 25 people from the debris of a shopping mall fire in Karachi, taking the death toll to around 50.

Karachi Mall Fire: 84 Remain Missing as Authorities Fear a Higher Death Toll 

Pakistan: Karachi Mall Fire Death Toll Rises as Bodies Recovered

The death toll from a major fire at a shopping mall in Karachi has risen to 23, officials said, as rescue and firefighting operations continue. Several people were injured in the blaze, with some reported to be in critical condition.

Karachi Shopping Mall Fire Toll Rises To 23; Rescuers Search For Dozens Missing

The death toll from a major fire at a shopping mall in Karachi has risen to 23, officials said, as rescue and firefighting operations continue. Several people were injured in the blaze, with some reported to be in critical condition.


Pakistan: Karachi Mall Fire Death Toll Rises To 23

At least a dozen people were killed and several others injured after a massive fire broke out at the Gul Plaza shopping mall on MA Jinnah Road in Karachi.

Karachi Fire: Six Killed, Sixty Still Missing After Massive Fire in Karachi Shopping Centre

At least five people have lost their lives after a massive fire broke out at Gul Plaza shopping mall on Karachi’s MA Jinnah Road. Rescue operations are still under way as firefighters struggle to control the blaze, which has engulfed the old building housing nearly 1,200 shops. Officials confirm 20 people were injured, while structural collapse remains a serious risk. Watch for the latest updates on the Gul Plaza fire tragedy

Karachi Gul Plaza Fire: Death Toll Rises Over 3 as Firefighting Continues

At least a dozen people were killed and several others injured after a massive fire broke out at the Gul Plaza shopping mall on MA Jinnah Road in Karachi. 


Karachi Fire: A Dozen Injured After Late Night Fire in Shopping Plaza; Probe Ordered

Massive Mall Fire in Karachi Kills Three, Injures Dozens

The Pakistan Hindu Council organized its 19th annual mass wedding at Karachi's Railway Ground on January 11, 2026, uniting 75 couples from across Pakistan in traditional Hindu rituals with separate mandaps for ceremonies.


75 Hindu Couples Wed in Karachi Mass Ceremony 

karachi

Karachi, News on Karachi, stories on Karachi, articles on Karachi, Karachi stories at Wion, Karachi news, Karachi latest news