Climate Change
The floods of 2022 and 2025 were not just nature’s wrath. They were mirrors, reflecting how society is organised — who is protected and who is left exposed.
Published 12 Feb, 2026 12:02pm
Water levels are dropping due to stoppage of inflows from the Indus for eight years now, official says.
Updated 03 Feb, 2026 08:38am
It is estimated that Sindh has lost nearly 80pc of its forest cover since Pakistan came into being, much of it in the last 30 years.
Updated 03 Feb, 2026 11:48am
3.79 billion people worldwide could be exposed to extreme heat by mid century, study projects.
Updated 27 Jan, 2026 09:01am
The land that is now Pakistan once possessed a functioning climate civilisation of its own.
Updated 24 Jan, 2026 09:14am
UNEP report says total nature-negative finance flows reached $7.3tr in 2023
Updated 24 Jan, 2026 08:30am
Speakers at Thinkfest warn weak budgets, poor water control undermining climate action.
Updated 24 Jan, 2026 07:45am
All relevant bodies, including KP PDMA, advised to remain alert and ensure all necessary precautionary measures.
Published 20 Jan, 2026 08:24pm
Experts warn "snow drought" could worsen flood risk downstream; environmental protection agency director says region’s fragile ecosystem being disturbed by climate change and environmental degradation.
Updated 18 Jan, 2026 08:07am
Court also seeks responses from the Pakistan Environment Protection Agency, climate change ministry.
Updated 15 Jan, 2026 03:35pm
NDCs include 17pc unconditional, 33pc conditional reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, increase in electric vehicle adoption, and shift to renewable energy.
Published 15 Jan, 2026 08:00am
America’s withdrawal from the UN climate treaty must be treated as an opportunity.
Updated 15 Jan, 2026 09:22am
World number three says he has been fined $5,000 by Badminton World Federation for withdrawing.
Published 14 Jan, 2026 05:18pm
“Beyond pollen and allergies, Islamabad’s recent tree removal reflects broader challenges in urban planning,” it says.
Updated 13 Jan, 2026 09:57pm
Pakistan has now witnessed the consequences of weakened water diplomacy, internal mistrust, infrastructure neglect, and climate volatility converging at once.
Published 31 Dec, 2025 12:00pm
The landmark lawsuit criticises Japan’s “grossly inadequate” response to the climate crisis, stating it jeopardises the health and livelihoods of the approximately 450 plaintiffs.
Updated 19 Dec, 2025 07:44am
Pakistan’s superior judiciary operationalised ICJ’s recent climate principles much earlier.
Updated 18 Dec, 2025 09:04am
The combination of climate change and conflict politics is fast turning this region into one of the world’s most dangerous flashpoints.
Updated 15 Dec, 2025 09:19am
In Hurchus, a remote village tucked deep in Shigar Valley, disaster was held at bay thanks to one man’s courage and quick thinking.
Published 08 Dec, 2025 08:49pm
Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf says response teams are still searching for bodies in “waist-deep” mud.
Published 06 Dec, 2025 05:49pm
A once-thriving delta civilisation is now retreating inland as the Indus dries, the sea advances, and whole communities watch their land slip away.
Published 03 Dec, 2025 10:32am
Protecting children is not just limited to the provision of food, shelter, and education; it is also about ensuring their mental and emotional well-being.
Published 01 Dec, 2025 10:47am
Organisers of PBC dialogue say clarity, predictable reforms and stronger institutional collaboration essential.
Updated 27 Nov, 2025 09:39am
Urban areas at high risk as densely built surfaces trap heat and raise city temperatures above those of surrounding rural areas, report states.
Published 26 Nov, 2025 07:47pm
Documentary series "Voices from the Roof of the World" screened at AKDN event.
Updated 26 Nov, 2025 09:43am
UN rights chief warns that “fatal inaction” of leaders might one day be considered a crime against humanity.
Updated 25 Nov, 2025 08:05am
Appeal was made at the COP30 event titled “Operationalising Loss and Damage: Financing Resilience and Recovery in Vulnerable Countries."
Published 23 Nov, 2025 04:43pm
G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration despite US boycott, opposition.
Published 22 Nov, 2025 10:13pm
Three decades of COP negotiations have transformed climate action.
Updated 20 Nov, 2025 09:28am
Gives details to mitigate climate change-induced losses, lays out plans for the next year’s monsoon season.
Updated 19 Nov, 2025 04:16pm
