Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
Pims tragedy: Health Minister Kamal offers himself for accountability amid criticism
ISLAMABAD, AUG 26: Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal on Wednesday offered himself to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for accountability over the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) tragedy amid criticism. At least 14 infants died after a fire broke out in the gynaecology ward of the Pims hospital today. The tragedy sparked widespread criticism of the health minister and the authorities concerned, with citizens across the country expressing outrage and demanding accountability for the incident. Meanwhile, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) senior leader Senator Sherry Rehman also urged the health ministerRead More
Netanyahu says no diplomatic deal possible with Iran ‘savages’
TEL AVIV, AUG 26: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a diplomatic deal was not possible with the “savages” who rule Iran as he hailed US President Donald Trump’s new campaign of economic pressure. Recounting a recent meeting with Trump, Netanyahu said they had discussed the possibility of diplomacy with Tehran and added: “I doubt, however, that an agreement can be reached with that group there, with those savages. “I tell you – an agreement cannot be reached,” Netanyahu told an event late Tuesday at an Israeli settlement in theRead More
Rubio says US not expected to launch new strikes on Iran: Report
WASHINGTON, AUG 26: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told several foreign ministers that the US is not currently expected to launch new strikes against Iran, Axios reported on Tuesday, citing sources familiar with the matter. Instead of pursuing military options, Rubio said the focus would shift to other measures, including a sanctions initiative announced earlier this week, according to the report. The US and Israel began strikes against Iran on February 28, prompting Iranian attacks on neighboring countries and vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The fighting haltedRead More
Eid Milad un Nabi being celebrated across Pakistan with religious fervour
ISLAMABAD, AUG 26: Muslims across Pakistan are observing Eid Milad un Nabi (Peace Be Upon Him) today with religious fervour and solemnity, with prayers, processions and special programmes being held to commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H). The day began with a 31-gun salute in Islamabad and 21-gun salutes at the provincial capitals, while special prayers were offered after Fajr for the unity of the Muslim Ummah and the peace, progress and prosperity of Pakistan. The government has declared August 26 a public holiday across the country on theRead More
At least 15 infants die in Pims gynae ward’s nursery fire: officials
ISLAMABAD: At least 15 infants died after a fire broke out in the gynaecology ward of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims), officials said on Wednesday. According to Pims officials, the nursery housed 16 newborns at the time of the incident, of whom only one was rescued. Rescue sources said the fire started at 6:45am after an air-conditioner compressor exploded inside the nursery at the hospital situated in the federal capital. According to the district administration, 14 children were completely burnt in the fire that broke out on the thirdRead More