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Karachi fire: 30 bodies found in a single shop, death roll rises to 61

A devastating fire at Karachi's Gul Shopping Plaza has claimed 61 lives. Thirty bodies were discovered in a single shop on the mezzanine floor. The blaze, which started in the basement, raged for 36 hours. Officials fear the toll may exceed 100. Investigations reveal poor fire safety measures.

21 Jan 2026 10:08 pm