https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/islamabad-pims-hospital-fire-witnesses-say-rescue-was-delayed-as-blaze-killed-14-babiesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/islamabad-pims-hospital-fire-witnesses-say-rescue-was-delayed-as-blaze-killed-14-babieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/islamabad-pims-hospital-fire-witnesses-say-rescue-was-delayed-as-blaze-killed-14-babies#u54711Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:20:32 +0000Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ordered the suspension of eight officials and the start of criminal proceedings after a fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences killed 14 newborns. An interim inquiry found the Islamabad hospital lacked fire safety protocols. Nurse Razia Noreen received national praise for rescuing one newborn in eight seconds after spotting flames through a window while preparing injections for 15 infants.Why it mattersThe blaze started around 6:38 a.m. and was characterized by a 16-minute delay in alerting emergency services. Previous reports indicated that emergency https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/islamabad-pims-hospital-fire-witnesses-say-rescue-was-delayed-as-blaze-killed-14-babieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/islamabad-pims-hospital-fire-witnesses-say-rescue-was-delayed-as-blaze-killed-14-babies#u50561Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:05:38 +0000High-level investigators and the Capital Development Authority are reviewing safety failures at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences after a fast-moving fire killed 14 newborns. A CDA report indicates emergency exits were locked or obstructed and notes a 16-minute delay before emergency services were alerted. The fire started around 6:38 a.m. In response, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz ordered a 24-hour safety audit of all public hospitals to prevent further casualties.Why it mattersThe tragedy has fueled public anger over state-run healthcare infrastructure. PIMS is a major medical https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/islamabad-pims-hospital-fire-witnesses-say-rescue-was-delayed-as-blaze-killed-14-babieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/islamabad-pims-hospital-fire-witnesses-say-rescue-was-delayed-as-blaze-killed-14-babies#u49475Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:01:20 +0000A fire at Islamabad's Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital has killed 14 newborns. Witnesses report delayed rescue efforts. The blaze was allegedly sparked by a fault in the air-conditioning system. The incident has sparked grief and anger.Why it mattersThe fire highlights concerns over patient safety and hospital infrastructure in Pakistan. The country has faced criticism over healthcare standards. The incident has raised questions about hospital safety protocols.What is confirmedAt least 14 newborns were killed in the fireThe fire was triggered by a fault in the air-co