SENSEX
NIFTY
GOLD
USD/INR

Weather

image 29    C

World News

The Economic Times

World / The Economic Times

details

How did a fire kill 14 newborns at a Pakistan hospital? What we know so far

A devastating fire at PIMS Hospital in Islamabad claimed at least fourteen newborn lives. The blaze reportedly started early Wednesday morning in the Mother and Child Health ward. Officials are investigating the exact cause and how the fire spread so quickly. Concerns have been raised about hospital safety and emergency preparedness measures. An investigation has been ordered to determine accountability for the tragedy.

26 Aug 2026 5:18 pm