Half of Pakistanis could face food insecurity by 2030
Due to severe water shortage and the growing effects of climate change, local and foreign scientists have alerted Pakistan about the possibility of widespread food insecurity, saying that up to half of the population could be impacted by 2030.
Karachi ranks among the world’s top three most polluted cities
The city of lights, Karachi has ranked as one of the most polluted cities globally, facing an Air Quality Index of 223.
LHC orders Punjab AG to study ‘Beijing model’ to control smog
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday directed the Punjab government to make a 10-year policy to eradicate smog in the province. The LHC judge Justice Shahid Karim heard the case related to air pollution in the provincial capital. Punjab Advocate General Khalid Ishaq Khan appeared before the court. He
Lahore ranks world most populated city again with AQI 688
LAHORE: The Air Quality Index (AQI) of Lahore continued to remain in the ‘hazardous’ category with AQI 688 on Thursday. According to a report by IQAir, which tracks real-time data of air quality worldwide, the air quality index (AQI) in Lahore reached 688 around 8:15am at morning, making it the top-ranked city
Rawalpindi admin seals brick Kilns, vehicles, factories causing smog
RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi district administration has launched a crackdown on brick kilns and factories operating in violation of smog SOPs, contributing to the widespread smog in the district. According to details, the Rawalpindi district administration sealed two industrial units on Wednesday for causing air pollution and violating Standard Operating Procedures
Lahore again becomes world’s most polluted city with 425 AQI
LAHORE: The Air Quality Index (AQI) of Lahore continued to remain in the ‘hazardous’ category on Wednesday, with the city retaining its title as the most polluted in the world. According to a report by IQAir, which tracks real-time data of air quality worldwide, the air quality index (AQI) in
Concerts in Lahore postponed due to heavy smog
The concerts and events in Lahore are getting postponed due to the thick and heavy smog in the city.
Islamabad shuts down factories to curb smog
Islamabad has started imposing strict restrictions in the capital due to the smog.
Smog in Pakistan now visible from space
The toxic smog in Pakistan is now can be seen from the space, satellite imagery from NASA's worldview showed.
Thunderstorm expected in Lahore today
Lahore is expected to see rainfall today (Monday) as toxic smog is now spreading to Pakistan's other cities.
