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
KP Invests Rs203bn in 413 Eco-Friendly Projects Over Eight Years
PESHAWAR — Over the past eight years, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has invested a remarkable Rs203.2bn in 413 eco-friendly projects, aimed at tackling pollution and improving the environment across six key sectors. These initiatives reflect a growing global trend toward sustainability and environmental responsibility. Among the most ambitious efforts is the Billion Tree Tsunami […]
Pakistan’s Water Crisis: A Looming Threat to Lives and Livelihoods
Pakistan’s water crisis has reached a critical point, threatening food security and endangering millions of lives. The 2023 United Nations Global Water Security report places Pakistan in the “extremely insecure” category, underscoring the gravity of the situation.. The severity of Pakistan’s water crisis is reflected in the alarming rate of decline in per capita water […]
Flooded Lands, Struggling Farmers: Charsadda’s Agricultural Challenge
Fifty-year-old Bakht Munir begins the harvest season on his 20-acre farm in Charsadda, where for years, he has only cultivated brsandi, a local vegetable. His fields remain submerged under water throughout the year, and the heavy rains this season have dashed his hopes for a good harvest. Despite these challenges, Bakht has no choice but […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Launches Multi-Pronged Climate Change Initiative
Peshawar – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has unveiled a plan to integrate climate change studies into the educational curriculum, plant trees, and manage hospital waste. At a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, the Elementary and Secondary education department was directed to incorporate climate change studies into the curriculum within 30 days. Also […]
Water Crisis Threatens Peshawar’s Future
In the heart of Pakistan’s Northwest Frontier Province, Peshawar—a city known for its bustling bazaars and ancient monuments—is facing a silent yet potentially catastrophic crisis: a rapidly dwindling water supply. As groundwater levels continue to plummet, the city faces a future where taps may run dry, mirroring the water crisis that has plagued Karachi. Alarming […]