Dense smoke from hundreds of wildfires burning across Canada spread over large parts of the US on Thursday, creating hazardous air conditions across the Midwest and Northeast and prompting health officials to urge millions of residents to stay indoors. Read More: Spain wildfire turns escape routes deadly According to air quality monitoring company IQAir, Detroit recorded the […]
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New York halts large data centre projects for one year
New York has become the first U.S. state to impose a one-year moratorium on the construction of large new data centres, citing growing concerns over rising electricity costs, environmental impacts and pressure on local communities caused by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the executive order on Tuesday, saying […]
Punjab CM orders expedited completion of environment observatory project
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, in her special message on World Environment Day, reaffirmed the provincial government’s strong commitment to eliminating plastic pollution and protecting the environment. She urged citizens to plant more trees and safeguard natural resources, while expressing gratitude over the significant reduction in fog and improvement in environmental conditions witnessed during […]
Bees swarms in Israel spark panic and viral videos
TEL AVIV: Large swarms of bees appearing in parts of Israel have caused panic among residents, with videos of the unusual scenes rapidly circulating on social media. Read More: Even during pandemic beekeeping remains an essential service According to international media reports, thousands of bees were spotted in the southern city of Netivot, where markets […]
Businessmen assured of favourable environment, security
Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi held an important meeting with an 18-member delegation of businessmen led by Mirza Ishtiaq Baig at the Governor House on Sunday. A detailed discussion was held on economic issues and matters of mutual interests. They emphasized promoting investment, improving the business environment and achieving sustainable economic stability. A review […]
SECP Reforms and a Feasible Business Environment
Pakistan’s economy currently stands at a critical crossroads. After many years, long-standing traditional barriers are being dismantled, and the foundations of a modern, transparent system are being laid. In the recent past, several bold steps have been taken to align the country’s regulatory framework with international standards, and the positive outcomes of these reforms are […]
World spends far more on harming nature than protecting it, UNEP warns
The world spends nearly $30 destroying nature for every $1 invested in its protection, according to a new report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), highlighting a deep imbalance in global financial flows that threatens ecosystems and economic stability. Read More: Pakistan sends dossier to UN on ‘eco-terrorism’ by India The State of Finance […]
2025 ranked as third hottest year on record, scientists warn
Global temperatures in 2025 marked the third hottest year ever recorded, extending an unprecedented run of extreme heat with little sign of relief in 2026, climate scientists from the European Union and United States said on Wednesday. Read More: Regional temperature records broken across the world in 2025 According to the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service and […]
Lahore air quality improves despite dry weather
Lahore’s air quality has shown steady improvement in 2026 compared to last year, despite below-average rainfall and dry seasonal conditions, according to a report released by the Punjab Environment Protection and Climate Change Department on Monday. Read More: Lahore’s air quality shows marked improvement The report highlighted that the city’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) improved […]
LHC warns of action against PHA officials over tree-cutting
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday expressed strong displeasure over the cutting of trees along the canal and warned of registering cases against the responsible officials of the Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA). Justice Shahid Karim was hearing petitions related to smog, environmental issues, and water management when the matter came up, highlighting […]