World Jan 19 Karachi mall fire death toll rises to 23, dozens more still missing The fire spread quickly through shops storing cosmetics, garments, and plastic goods. The cause of the blaze is not yet known, and an investigation is underway.
World Aug 28 Monsoon rains wreak havoc across Pakistan, killing 63 people Heavy rains hit parts of Pakistan including the financial capital Karachi for a fifth straight night bringing more flooding to towns and villages and leaving at least 36 people dead, officials said Friday. Rescuers evacuated people from flooded neighborhoods.