Flash Floods Claim Lives as Rescue System Collapses in Swat
PESHAWAR – When nature strikes, grief is natural—but silence is not. The recent flash floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that claimed 32 lives raise urgent questions about governance, preparedness, and accountability in KP’s disaster management system. While climate change has intensified extreme weather patterns—from flash floods in the mountains to urban windstorms and hail—our public awareness […]
Monsoon Floods in Swat Trigger Devastation and Prompt High Alert
PESHAWAR – The monsoon floods in Swat have unleashed severe destruction across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with the Swat River at Khowazakhela experiencing intense flooding over the past 24 hours. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a high alert, mobilizing resources to address the crisis that has claimed lives and damaged infrastructure. Read More: KP […]
KP Launches 18 Agriculture Projects to Combat Climate Change
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Agriculture Minister, Major (R) Sajjad Barkawal, announced the launch of 18 new agricultural projects across the province, focusing on climate change resilience and sustainable farming practices. He made these remarks at the Second International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture, attended by officials, farmers, academia, and stakeholders from across Pakistan. Also Read: KP Launches […]
KP Launches Climate Action Board to Tackle Environmental Crisis
Amid the the escalating threat of climate change, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) provincial assembly has passed the KP Climate Action Board Act 2025, establishing a dedicated Climate Action Board (CAB).
PHC Bans Glacier Cutting in Upper Dir, Warns Of Climate Impact
Peshawar – Amid growing concerns over environmental degradation, the Peshawar High Court (PHC) has banned glacier cutting in Upper Dir, prompting the district administration to impose Section 144. The court acted on a contempt plea backed by video evidence. Experts warn the practice could harm water sources essential for wheat cultivation across Pakistan. Read More: […]
Govt Takes Action to Protect Endangered birds in KP
PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has launched a province-wide campaign to protect endangered birds in KP by restoring their natural habitats through large-scale plantation of fruit-bearing and indigenous trees. The move comes amid growing concern over the disappearance of native bird species due to rapid urbanization, habitat destruction, and environmental degradation. Advisor to the […]
Govt Makes Tree Plantation in KP Mandatory Across Public Institutions
PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has declared tree plantation in KP compulsory across all government buildings, including offices, hospitals, educational institutions, and official residences. Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur issued the order during the third meeting of the Environment Protection Council held in Peshawar on 13 May 2025. During the meeting, officials reviewed […]
Disaster Management in KP Requires Urgent Financial Support
PESHAWAR – As climate-related catastrophes continue to rise, disaster management in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has become a pressing issue. The provincial government is preparing to launch a new five-year plan (2025–2026) focused on controlling damage from floods, earthquakes, and other calamities, especially in high-risk areas. Experts emphasize that effective disaster management in KP cannot succeed […]
Tale of Wilting Palms: How the Date Palm Plantation in Peshawar Cost millions
Peshawar, a city already facing terrorism and urban challenges, now faces an ecological disaster in the form of its failed date palm plantation in Peshawar. Thousands of palm trees, imported at a high cost, were planted across the city in an ambitious beautification project. However, these trees, better suited to coastal climates like those of […]
Common leopard in Pakistan faces extinction threat amid growing human-wildlife conflict
Edge of Extinction: The Tragic Decline of Pakistan’s Common Leopard