'Criminal negligence': Around 90pc buildings in Karachi sans firefighting system

Nov 24, 2023

The concern was raised during the National Fire Safety Symposium & Risk Based Awards organised by the Fire Protection Association of Pakistan (FPAP).

Fire and Emergency Dept averts fire near Jammu-Srinagar NH in Udhampur

Oct 30, 2025

According to officials, the fire, which broke out on Wednesday afternoon, posed a serious risk to vehicles passing through the area but was brought...

36 newborns shifted after Amravati hospital fire; District Civil Surgeon says smoke may affect lungs

Aug 25, 2026

Speaking about the incident, Dr Pawar said, "There is no information about the children being injured in the fire. However, considering the possibility that...

Massive forest fire expands in Japan, putting more homes at risk

Mar 04, 2025

As per Kyodo News, the forest fire is the biggest in Japan since the late 1980s.

Karachi's buildings lack fire safety systems, experts warn at national conference

Dec 18, 2024

City planners, engineers, and architects expressed concerns over the effectiveness of regulatory bodies such as the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) for approving the...

Himachal Pradesh fire services issues advisory ahead of Diwali

Oct 18, 2025

In view of the Diwali Celebrations in the State, the Himachal Pradesh Fire Services has issued Do's and Don'ts for Fire Safety during Diwali....