Pakistan Flood Preparedness: The Warning Always Comes, The Readiness Never Does
PESHAWAR – The clouds form. The warnings are issued. The danger is known. Yet year after year, Pakistan flood preparedness remains a phrase spoken more in hindsight than in planning rooms. Pakistan is ranked among the most vulnerable to climate change, the rhythms of the monsoon bring not just rain, but a familiar story of […]
Green building code approved but will it be enforced?
PESHAWAR – With fanfare and federal cabinet approval, Pakistan has rolled out its first-ever Green Building Code — a promising blueprint aimed at reshaping the nation’s construction practices to align with global sustainability goals. Under the new code, all buildings higher than four storeys must now feature green rooftops, while rainwater harvesting systems will become […]
KP tourism department launches flood emergency response unit as rains threaten tourist zones
PESHAWAR – As torrential rains and fierce winds lash northern Pakistan, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa tourism department has scrambled into action, launching a dedicated flood emergency response unit and cancelling all staff leave to prepare for potential disaster across popular tourist districts. The decision — triggered by fresh weather warnings of intensified monsoon activity — reflects […]
Climate Change, Urban Sprawl Push Bird Species to The Brink In KP
PESHAWAR – The early morning chorus that once echoed through the trees of Peshawar is growing quieter. Woodpeckers, cuckoos, and nightingales—once common across the city—are vanishing, and with them, a vital link to the region’s environmental past. Experts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) say the sharp decline in bird species is a stark warning of the […]
GLOF Alert Issued for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as Heavy Rains Threaten Floods
PESHAWAR – A critical GLOF alert has been issued for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), warning of heavy rainfall this week that could trigger Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) and flash flooding in the province’s mountainous areas. The GLOF alert signals an urgent need for action to protect communities, livestock, and […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Carbon Asset Inventory Launched to Drive Green Energy And Climate Financing
PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa carbon asset inventory has been officially launched, marking a major step toward clean energy and climate resilience in the province. This initiative aims to track emissions, boost climate financing, and highlight the environmental impact of renewable energy projects. Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur led the launch ceremony at the […]
Swat Early Warning System Lies Unused 15 Years After Purchase
PESHAWAR – A major failure in disaster management has surfaced in Swat, where an early warning system (EWS) purchased in 2010 remains uninstalled. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Irrigation Department bought the system to issue flood alerts. Yet it has stayed locked in storage for 15 years, leaving local communities exposed to danger. The issue gained new […]
Water Crisis in Pakistan: Federal Government Declares National Emergency
PESHAWAR – In response to the growing water crisis in Pakistan, the federal government has declared it a national emergency. It has also called an urgent meeting with all provinces to develop a joint strategy. The move comes amid rising concerns over India’s violations of the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960. According to the Ministry […]
PDMA Issues Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Alert for Northern KP districts
PESHAWAR – The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) alert for several northern districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The warning comes in response to rising temperatures and fast-paced glacial melting. According to a PDMA statement released on 4 July, the ongoing heatwave is causing glaciers to melt rapidly. This […]
Indus Blind Dolphin Conservation: KP Approves Rs50 Million Plan
PESHAWAR — The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has taken a significant step for Indus blind dolphin conservation by approving a Rs50 million annual development plan. This initiative focuses on the riverine area of Dera Ismail Khan, where the rare Indus blind dolphin naturally resides. The plan includes research, monitoring, awareness campaigns, community involvement, and the proposed […]