GILGIT: Climate cha­nge-induced disasters continued to batter Gilgit-Bal­tistan (GB) as flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall caused widespread destruction in various parts of Diamer district. According to a statement issued by the Gilgit-Baltistan Disaster Mana­gement Authority (GBD­MA), flash floods occurred at six locations in Diamer early on Monday. The floods damaged se­v­eral houses, the Kar­akoram […]

LAHORE: In a blow to the textile backbone, a record-breaking heatwave has triggered fears of a historic plunge in domestic cotton production, forcing ginning factories and textile mills to shut down units across the country. A mix of soaring temperatures, zero rainfall, and severe canal water shortages–particularly in Sindh–has pushed the cotton crop to the […]

Punjab Horticulture Authority (PHA) plans a parks and plantation push in the new financial year, prioritising newly added districts and rolling out GIS-based tree protection rules to expand and safeguard green cover. LAHORE: As Punjab enters the new financial year, the Punjab Horticulture Authority (PHA) is set to expand its efforts to enhance the province’s green […]

Residents and activists in Hattar have called for urgent action against industrial pollution, citing health risks and environmental damage. They say recent inspections are a positive step, but stronger enforcement is needed. HARIPUR: Residents and activists in Hattar have renewed calls for action over industrial pollution, saying emissions and contaminated water from factories in the […]

Medical waste, including used syringes, was recovered from Rawal Lake during a clean-up drive held ahead of World Environment Day. Officials said the waste posed risks to public health and the lake’s ecosystem. ISLAMABAD: Used syringes, medical waste and plastic debris were collected from the banks of Rawal Lake during a clean-up drive held on […]

Karachi experienced some relief as the maximum temperature fell to 38.3°C after a two-day heatwave. The Met Office has forecast continued hot and humid weather and warned of another heatwave later this month. KARACHI: Karachi saw some relief on Tuesday after the intense heatwave of the previous two days eased, with the maximum temperature dropping by […]

Untreated livestock waste and medical debris from Bhains Colony are polluting Karachi’s coastal waters, according to local fishermen. They say the contamination has spread from Lath Basti to nearby fishing settlements, harming marine life and threatening public health. KARACHI: Coastal waters near Karachi’s Lath Basti are facing severe pollution as untreated animal waste and hazardous medical […]

Climate change, coupled with water mismanagement and overconsumption, is causing droughts and water shortages across many parts of the globe. Aside from the obvious threat to public health, the subsequent effects of water shortage can vary from food insecurity to increased human conflicts, highlighting the importance of protecting global water resources and using them sustainably. […]

Industries are the leading cause of pollution worldwide and our increased demand for goods continues to escalate industrial pollution. This article will explain what industrial pollution is, how it affects our environment, and how it impacts human health and quality of life. What is Industrial Pollution? The environmental deterioration that occurs as a result of […]

Plastic pollution is one of the most visible environmental issues of our generation. Australia produces around 2-3 million tons of plastic every single year, with a frightening 130,000 tons on average typically finding its way into our oceans. Being aware of this problem is a good start, but it’s even more important to understand what […]