Dawn

Dawn is a news organization that has been reporting on a devastating fire at the Gul Plaza Shopping Centre in Karachi, Pakistan. The fire, which broke out on Saturday, January 18, 2026, has resulted in a significant loss of life. Initial reports indicated six deaths and about 20 injuries, but the death toll has tragically climbed to at least 60 as of January 22, 2026, with over 50 people initially reported missing. The discovery of 30 bodies in a locked store within the shopping center contributed to the sharp rise in fatalities. Authorities are conducting search and recovery operations and investigating the cause of the fire. Dawn's reporting highlights the severity of the incident and the ongoing efforts to account for all those affected.