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
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 […]