A new chapter in Pakistan’s aesthetic and dermatological landscape began on January 18 as Sk’n Theory, a premium skincare clinic founded by renowned aesthetic physician Dr. Saba Jerjees, officially launched in Karachi with an exclusive, star-studded evening event. The launch marked the arrival of a skincare destination that brings together medical expertise, dermatological science, and […]
Gul Plaza Karachi Fire and the Global Pattern of Long-Running Urban Fires
When Karachi’s Gul Plaza caught fire late on January 17, 2026, the first shock was the scale. The second was the timeline. Even after parts of the structure gave way, the blaze didn’t simply “end”. It lingered in heat pockets, smoke, and smoldering rubble. That detail matters, because fires that burn beyond 24 hours usually […]
Sindh Sweeps Men’s and Women’s Titles at National Padel Championship 2026
The National Padel Championship 2026 concluded on a celebratory note at Neo Maidan, with Team Sindh delivering a commanding performance by clinching both the men’s and women’s national titles, underlining the province’s growing strength in the sport. The championship was organised by the Pakistan Padel Federation (PPF) under the auspices of the International Padel Federation […]
Inside Karachi’s Gul Plaza Fire: Deaths, Damage, and Unanswered Questions
A massive fire at Gul Plaza, one of Karachi’s busiest commercial complexes on M. A. Jinnah Road, has left at least six people dead, dozens injured, and caused billions of rupees in losses, while triggering widespread criticism of the city’s emergency and fire-fighting infrastructure. The blaze erupted at around 10:15 pm on Saturday night, initially […]
K-Electric Reports Steady Gains in 2025 as Karachi’s Power Demand Hits New Highs
K-Electric reported steady progress across generation, transmission, distribution, and customer services in 2025, as the country witnessed signs of economic stabilisation. In its year-end performance review, the utility highlighted improvements in grid resilience, renewable energy integration, customer facilitation, and digital transformation, while continuing efforts to curb electricity theft and expand industrial connectivity in Karachi. Speaking […]