KP Imposes Complete Ban on Timber Movement Over Eid Holidays to Thwart Smuggling
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department has banned the transport of all timber products across the province. This pre-emptive move aims to protect the province’s fast-depleting green cover. Consequently, this emergency measure will choke illegal timber smuggling channels during the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha holidays. Smugglers historically exploit this festive period because administrative oversight drops significantly. Govt […]
National Assembly Bans Plastic Book Covers for Plastic-Free Schools
ISLAMABAD: In a decisive move toward environmental sustainability, the National Assembly has officially passed the Plastic-Free Schools Act 2026. This landmark legislation bans the use of plastic covers on books and notebooks within the federal capital. The government aims to curb the rising tide of non-recyclable waste while fostering an eco-conscious mindset in the next […]
PHC takes notice of rodent surge, poor sanitation in Peshawar
PHC takes notice of rodent surge, poor sanitation in Peshawar
Govt Initiates Emergency Testing for Toxic Rain Amid Regional Conflicts
PESHAWAR — The Ministry of Defense has launched an emergency response to mitigate potential toxic rain risks in Pakistan following reports of atmospheric pollution originating from recent Middle East conflicts. The decision follows warnings from the Pakistan Meteorological Department regarding toxic contaminants detected in recent rainfall in Iran. Emergency Measures and Systematic Analysis To counter […]
Marble Factories’ Pollution in Peshawar Drives Relocation Plan Amid Health Risks
PESHAWAR—The issue of marble factories’ pollution in Peshawar has resurfaced with renewed urgency after the district administration decided to relocate the units to the Industrial Estate in Mohmand. Officials said that toxic wastewater and unchecked emissions from marble factories operating along Warsak Road continue to pose serious risks to public health and agriculture. Officials confirmed […]
The Most Smog-Affected Country: Pakistan Tops Global Toxicity Rankings in 2025
The atmospheric crisis of 2025 has issued a final, undeniable warning to Pakistan. According to the latest data from IQAir, a global authority on air quality monitoring, Pakistan now officially ranks as the most smog-affected country in the world. This designation transcends mere numerical ranking; it represents a living human tragedy that threatens the health […]
Pakistan Biodiversity Targets Finalized for National Strategy (2026–2030)
The Ministry of Climate Change has officially finalized the new Pakistan biodiversity targets. These targets align the nation with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) under the Convention on Biological Diversity. Strategic Alignment with Global Conservation The announcement marks a key milestone in the country’s global commitments. Following a high-level two-day consultative meeting in Islamabad, […]
CM Sohail Afridi Launches KP Spring Plantation Campaign 2026
Chief Minister Mohammad Sohail Afridi, officially inaugurated the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Spring Plantation Campaign 2026. He launched the drive by planting a sapling at the Chief Minister House in Peshawar today. This campaign marks a major step toward environmental sustainability in the province. The provincial government has set a massive target for this season. They […]
How Encroachments are Choking Pakistan’s Rivers
How Encroachments are Choking Pakistan’s Rivers