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Margalla Hills fire extinguished after several hours

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Margalla Hills fire near Saidpur village range extinguished after several hours of efforts by CDA and other departments. Over 75 firefighters were involved in controlling the fire, which engulfed a large part of Margalla Hills National Park. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the swift response and efforts of all concerned departments and officials in controlling the fire.
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Six killed in celebratory fire at Lakki Marwat wedding

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Tragic celebratory gunfire at a wedding in Lakki Marwat resulted in six deaths and multiple injuries. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred in village Akri Khanzada Khail. Another similar incident in Sindh’s Sujawal district resulted in the death of a six-day-old baby girl during celebratory gunfire at an event.
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Karachi woman killed as police, robbers exchange fire

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A woman was killed during a police and robbers' shootout in Orangi Town, Karachi. The police responded to a robbery report, resulting in an exchange of fire. The woman, a passerby, was shot and later succumbed to her injuries. There has been a significant number of citizens killed in 2024 over resistance to robberies.
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Stepfather sets eight-year-old daughter on fire in Karachi

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An eight-year-old girl was set on fire by her stepfather in Karachi, as reported by ARY News. The girl's mother concealed the incident out of fear. The stepfather faces legal action, with ongoing efforts to apprehend him. The victim, Vaniya, survived the attack after receiving medical treatment. The police are actively pursuing the case.
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Karachi: Fire extinguished at eatery near Cantt railway station

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A fire at a restaurant near Karachi’s Cantt railway station was extinguished by the fire brigade. No loss of life was immediately reported. The cause of the fire could not be determined, but it may have been caused by drug addicts smoking at the eatery. A previous fire in December resulted in four deaths and two injuries.
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Missile attack causes fire aboard vessel off Yemen: maritime agencies

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A vessel transiting the Gulf of Aden was targeted by a missile attack causing a fire onboard, as reported by maritime agencies. Coalition forces are responding. The attack follows a series of strikes disrupting global shipping. The UN Conference on Trade and Development warned of a significant decline in traffic through the Suez Canal.
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Indian police fire tear gas as protesting farmers march to capital

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Indian farmers, demanding minimum crop prices, were fired upon by Indian security forces as they attempted to march on the capital, New Delhi. Police have set up blockades and banned public gatherings of more than five people. These protests come ahead of national elections, showing the political power of the country's farming population.
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Fire erupts in slums under Karachi’s Teen Hatti bridge

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A fire broke out in Karachi's Teen Hatti slums, affecting over 15 huts. No casualties have been reported, and authorities have the situation under control. Additionally, there was a recent deadly fire at Arshi Shopping Mall, resulting in 5 deaths. The affected building has now been declared safe for residents.
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Fire breaks out at scrap warehouse in Karachi

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A fire broke out at a scrap warehouse in Karachi's Safoora Goth, turning everything to ashes. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and the owner accused the fire brigade of arriving late. Fortunately, no human casualties were reported. Karachi has recently faced other major fire incidents, including one at Ayesha Manzil, resulting in casualties and property loss. - Khabristan.PK