Lahore launches reforestation drive to combat air pollution, smog
The Punjab Government has started a major tree-planting campaign to fight against growing air pollution and smog.
Karachi among the most polluted cities in the world
The city of lights, Karachi, has been ranked among the most polluted cities in the world.
Court takes action against smog in Multan
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ordered the relevant authorities to take steps against the smog in Multan, Punjab.
Punjab govt to launch eco-friendly e-taxi service
LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to launch the country’s first e-taxi service to provide eco-friendly and cost-effective alternatives to passengers. The Punjab government’s e-taxi service will be the first such initiative by any provincial government to change the motor transport worker sector and introduce eco-friendly cars in the province
EPA Pakistan installs first locally-made smog tower in Lahore
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pakistan on Thursday has installed its first locally-produced smog tower at Mehmood Booti, Lahore.
Met Office warns of extreme cold, fog to cause travel chaos
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Metrological Department has forecast extremely cold and dry weather for most parts of the country ahead of this weakened. The Met Office predicted that most parts of the northern and western regions of the country are likely to witness extremely cold conditions in the coming days. Cold
Smog makes a comeback in Lahore, plunges air quality to hazardous levels
LAHORE: The heavy blanket of smog returned to Lahore, the second-largest city in Pakistan, on Thursday as its air quality has reached a dangerous level again, making it the second-worst city in the world. According to real-time data from the Swiss group IQAir, Lahore’s air quality index (AQI) reached 384,
France gives Rs 35 crore to help Punjab tackle smog
The French government has given a €1.2 million (Rs35 crore) grant to Pakistan for Punjab province to tackle the smog situation.
Smog crisis: Pak witnesses 50 per cent drop in kinnow production
The export of kinnow (mandarins), is facing a significant decline due to the increasing environmental challenges in the country.
LHC expresses disappointment on extending market hours
The Lahore High Court (LHC) expressed disappointment with the Punjab Government's decision to extend market hours until 10pm.