Lahore and Multan lift time restrictions on shops and food outlets
LAHORE: The Punjab government has officially lifted the restrictions on opening hours for shops, markets, shopping malls, hotels, restaurants, and food outlets in Lahore and Multan on Friday. The Director General of the Environmental Protection Agency Punjab, Dr Imran Hamid Sheikh, issued a formal notification announcing the immediate removal of
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.
‘Smog’ its causes, effects, and prevention
Smog is a type of air pollution consisting of a mixture of smoke, fog, and chemical pollutants. It is commonly linked to industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, and other sources of air pollution.
Lahore’s AQI rises to hazardous levels
The air quality in Lahore has gotten worse today, making it one of the most polluted cities in the world. A global environmental website reports that Lahore's Air Quality Index has reached 419, showing a dangerous level that raises health warnings and increases health risks for people in the city.
Met department issues heatwave warning for Karachi
The Pakistan Meteorological Department predicted hot weather and heat waves in Karachi from tomorrow to October 18 on Tuesday. The MET office had previously predicted drizzle in several city locations, including DHA, Jahangir Road, SITE, and surrounding areas. Temperatures soared to 38 degrees Celsius on Monday with winds blowing at
Lahore once again world’s most polluted city, Karachi on third spot
A global pollution index on Monday listed two Pakistani cities among the top most polluted cities in the world.