Climate Change
Officials say fire spread to 3km area before almost 150 rescuers extinguished it.
Updated 19 May, 2024 01:19pm
Schools will operate from 7am to 11:30am from Mondays to Thursdays and Saturdays, and from 7am to 10am on Fridays.
Published 17 May, 2024 05:52pm
Scientists believe volcanic activity could bring about cooler conditions in future as they did in the past.
Published 15 May, 2024 07:24am
The two sides announce launching a joint climate transparency report at the upcoming global climate summit, COP-29.
Published 12 May, 2024 07:38am
Stresses importance of green technology, afforestation in meeting with COP29 president-designate.
Updated 11 May, 2024 08:27am
Wants complete establishment of funds intended to address the dangers of climate change.
Updated 11 May, 2024 08:04am
Interior ministry says five districts of Baghlan province have been hit by severe flooding.
Published 10 May, 2024 09:43pm
It is indeed important to delineate the roles and responsibilities of multiple players and strengthen coordination between national and provincial stakeholders.
Updated 09 May, 2024 08:51am
Emphasises importance of providing job opportunities to people living in border areas.
Published 08 May, 2024 07:39am
Expert says extreme weather patterns cause for concern.
Published 08 May, 2024 07:39am
South Sudan closed its schools to 2.2m students in March; thousands of schools in Philippines, India shut in April.
Updated 02 May, 2024 09:51am
Scientists warn extreme heat will become more frequent and intense because of human-induced climate change.
Published 01 May, 2024 07:50am
Let 2024 be the year when we all proactively ensure that our communities are safeguarded and that the future is secure against the inevitable next storm.
Updated 29 Apr, 2024 08:46am
Adopting effective policies could help Pakistan not only mitigate impacts of climate change but also attract investment and expand trade horizons.
Updated 28 Apr, 2024 10:48am
LAHORE: A thought-provoking session, titled ‘Loss, Damage and Climate Reparations: Growing Inequalities and the...
Published 28 Apr, 2024 07:30am
India's top court declines to order any change to vote-counting process.
Published 26 Apr, 2024 12:48pm
World Meteorological Organisation says impact of heatwaves in Asia becoming more severe.
Updated 23 Apr, 2024 02:18pm
Residents say flash floods in the mountainous village have also come to an end since the cutting of trees was stopped over the last three years.
Published 22 Apr, 2024 07:19am
Warns public life, property, infrastructure vulnerable to Glofs in nine cities.
Updated 18 Apr, 2024 11:10am
Scientists have likened permafrost thaw to the melting of an ancient freezer which reveals contents that have not been seen since the Ice Age.
Updated 17 Apr, 2024 09:39am
The government must prioritise the upgrading of infrastructure to withstand extreme weather.
Updated 16 Apr, 2024 12:17pm
The World Bank “cannot tackle poverty without the broader view", says head Ajay Banga.
Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:28am
Death toll jumps to 39; homes, infrastructure damaged in Pasni, Kech, Panjgur, Gwadar.
Updated 15 Apr, 2024 08:11am
The Climate Act and associated legislation will need consolidation.
Updated 13 Apr, 2024 09:28am
The climate activist joined hundreds of protesters on a walk from The Hague’s city centre to the nearby A12 arterial highway.
Updated 07 Apr, 2024 11:29am
Many schools have no air-conditioning, leaving students to swelter in crowded, poorly ventilated classrooms.
Published 06 Apr, 2024 05:44am
The technique is seen as a climate solution, with advocates saying it is the most straightforward way to benefit the planet's health and ensure food security.
Updated 05 Apr, 2024 03:20pm
Aftab Alam Khan has developed climate-resilient solutions across 35 countries and advised governments in Pakistan, Indonesia, and South Africa.
Updated 05 Apr, 2024 12:04pm
Torrential rains in February inflicted heavy damage on historic buildings in Shahi Bazaar.
Updated 01 Apr, 2024 11:11am
Premier tells Russian diplomat Pakistan wants to enhance bilateral cooperation in energy, trade and investment.
Updated 31 Mar, 2024 11:31am