Dense smog in Punjab has escalated into a health crisis, with Lahore and Multan experiencing record AQI levels. Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb highlighted the government's 10-year climate change policy, including measures such as super-seeder distribution, emission controls, and reforestation.
Pakistan's Punjab government extended the closure of all public and private educational institutions including schools and tuition centres till November 24 due to the heavy smog, Ary News reported.
For several days, Lahore, a metropolis with a population of 14 million, has been engulfed in smog--a combination of fog and pollutants resulting from low-quality diesel emissions, smoke from seasonal crop burning, and cold weather
Dubai [UAE], November 15: The highly anticipated Web3 Oscar, a prestigious event hosted by the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA), celebrating blockchain projects driving real-world impact aligned with the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Industry leaders gathered in Bangkok to
Karachi, Pakistan's largest city, is grappling with a worsening water crisis, with millions of residents facing unreliable and contaminated water supplies. Despite its size and population, access to clean and consistent water remains a major challenge, worsened by poor management, corruption
Speaking at a press conference at the Bilawal House Media Cell on Wednesday, Nisar Ahmed Khuhro stressed that the PPP would continue to oppose controversial water reservoir projects in the country
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack at Maha Vikas Agadhi on Thursday, saying that the alliance will bring back the droughts, and the water crisis in Maharashtra.
Veteran Pakistani actress Simi Raheel posted a story on Instagram and wrote, "Lahore is dying, and no one is doing anything to save it. Not everyone has the option to go to London," in a clear criticism of leaders in Punjab."
Rajkot (Rajasthan) [India], November 13: The Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) has achieved a significant milestone in urban infrastructure development by raising Rs. 100 crore through a municipal bond issue. Oversubscribed by 4.95 times, this bond issue reflects strong investor confidence
Air quality experts in Pakistan have written to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, urging immediate action to combat hazardous smog in Punjab. PAQx has outlined a comprehensive plan, including shutting down brick kilns and non-compliant industries, restricting heavy transport, and transitioning
Amid the ongoing sell off by the foreign investors, if it coupled with a sharp surge in the crude price it could put India Balance of Payments (BoP) under significant pressure, highlighted a report by DSP Asset Managers.