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Authorities in Pakistan intend to file criminal charges against those deemed responsible for a fire that damaged the Mother and Child Health ward at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences hospital.
The Islamabad High Court has requested the official inquiry report on the recent fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), along with details of disciplinary actions taken. The court is scrutinizing potential negligence and holding responsible parties accountable.
An official investigation into the August 27 fire at the Mother and Child Health ward of Islamabad’s PIMS Hospital revealed that medical staff treatment and facility conditions fell significantly below international standards.
WHERE does one begin? The mind goes first to the parents of the 14 newborns who died early Wednesday in the Mother and Child Health Ward of Islamabad’s Pims Hospital.
Provincial authorities have ordered private educational institutions to conduct biannual fire drills and train staff in emergency response after a deadly blaze at PIMS hospital.
A fire in a maternity ward at a hospital in Islamabad killed at least 14 newborn babies, prompting Pakistan's prime minister to suspend the federal health secretary.
Former cricket captains and prominent figures, including Kapil Dev and Sunil Gavaskar, have urged the Pakistani government to provide proper medical care for former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Khan was reportedly moved to PIMS hospital due to security concerns, prompting calls for better treatment.
A viral image circulating online, depicting Imran Khan in a wheelchair at Pims hospital, has been identified as AI-generated due to distorted shadows and blurry name tags.
Multiple PTI supporters across social media platforms were sharing a dim clip of party founder Imran Khan since February 24, 2026, claiming that it was from his latest visit to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) for a second eye injection. However, the video is old from February 20, 2023, when he appeared before the Lahore High Court (LHC) for interim protective bail in a case. The iVerify Pakistan team investigated this content and determined that it is false. Imran was brough...
Following a devastating fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, the Prime Minister directed health authorities to overhaul safety protocols and promised strict penalties for negligent officials.
The health secretary was dismissed amid scrutiny over the government's response to a deadly fire at the Mother and Child Health ward of Islamabad's PIMS hospital.
Following the deadly PIMS tragedy, both houses of Pakistan's parliament have approved a joint parliamentary investigation panel chaired by the Senate chairman and National Assembly speaker.
A devastating fire at Pakistan’s PIMS hospital in Islamabad has killed 14 infants, prompting the government to announce compensation for victims’ families and order city-wide hospital safety audits. Authorities are investigating potential technical faults and safety violations as parents demand accountability for the tragedy.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has formally expressed its sympathies to Pakistan following a devastating fire at the PIMS hospital in Islamabad. Diplomatic channels remain open as recovery efforts continue in the wake of the tragedy, with Riyadh extending official condolences through state media.
Witnesses report intense smoke and panic during a devastating fire at Pakistan Institute of Medical Services, where guards allegedly restricted ward access as an infant tragically perished.
Imran Khan's party has taken Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to court after Khan's recommended heart checkup at PIMS hospital was reportedly not conducted due to unavailable facilities.
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan was taken to PIMS hospital for follow-up treatment, where he underwent his fifth eye procedure. He was subsequently returned to Adiala Jail after receiving the medical attention.
Pakistani ministers defended the midnight transfer of Imran Khan to PIMS hospital, citing security and operational concerns, while his party, PTI, objected to the secrecy surrounding the visit.
The Islamabad High Court has ordered an official inquiry report on the devastating PIMS hospital fire that killed 14 children, with Chief Justice Dogar condemning the incident as horrific while scrutinizing potential negligence and accountability measures.
In the wake of the PIMS hospital fire, authorities have launched criminal proceedings against eight individuals and removed the health secretary following repeated failures to conduct mandatory safety inspections. The government’s disciplinary actions aim to address systemic oversight lapses and hold officials accountable for the tragedy.
Following tragic infant fatalities, Pakistan's Sindh province has ordered a comprehensive review and renewal of fire safety protocols across all public healthcare facilities and buildings.
A two-month-old unclaimed infant died in a devastating fire at Islamabad's PIMS hospital, joining 13 other babies who lost their lives in the blaze that has sparked outrage and calls for improved neonatal safety protocols.
A devastating fire broke out in a supposedly secure neonatal intensive care unit at PIMS Hospital in Islamabad, resulting in the tragic deaths of 14 newborns. The incident has sparked widespread grief and anger among families and officials over hospital safety failures.
The Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences clarified that its CT machine remains operational following allegations that jailed former prime minister Imran Khan was denied a scheduled cardiac scan.
Imran Khan's party, PTI, filed a contempt petition against the government, alleging non-compliance with a Supreme Court order to transfer Khan to a private hospital for medical examination. The government, in turn, accused PTI of violating the court order and maintained that all directives regarding Khan's treatment were fulfilled.
Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf founder Imran Khan underwent his third eye procedure on Monday at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) in Islamabad.