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Power Encroachment and the Dangers of Unregulated Wiring

In Pakistan, power encroachment and unregulated wiring are a concern, especially in urban areas, along with the menace of electricity theft and faulty electrical setups. While many unscrupulous individuals may see it as a quick way to save money, the dangers associated with these illegal and unsafe practices are far-reaching. From the risk of fires...

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Dangers of Encroachments in Pakistan: Why we need to act now

Whenever you walk through a busy street in Pakistan, you see roads, pavements, and even parks slowly being taken over by unauthorized structures.  Encroachments are more than just an inconvenience. They pose serious risks to safety, public spaces, and the environment. While it might be a quick fix for some, the dangers of encroachment can...

Islamabad launches Climate Change Fund to combat environmental degradation

ISLAMABAD: In a landmark move, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has established a Climate Change Fund, aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change in Islamabad. This initiative by Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi marks a significant step towards addressing environmental concerns in the region. Commending the efforts, Interior Minister Naqvi praised CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali...

99.4% children exposed to second hand smoke in Karachi: study

KARACHI: A study by researchers has uncovered a concerning prevalence of second-hand smoking (SHS) exposure among children in Pakistan and Bangladesh, affecting 95 percent of the young population. The study, published in the Nicotine and Tobacco Research Journal, was conducted by the Aga Khan University's Department of Community Health Sciences and Medicine. The research reveals an exceptionally...

NDMA warns of urban flooding risk in Karachi, Hyderabad

KARACHI: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned authorities concerned of urban flooding in Sindh, including Karachi and Hyderabad, ahead of expected heavy rains and thunderstorms. In a statement, NDMA’s National Emergencies Operation Center said that scattered rainfall, windstorms, and thunderstorms were expected across various regions of the Sindh province, including Karachi, Hyderabad, Thatta, Umerkot,...

Two tourists killed in road accident near Chitral’s Lowari Tunnel

CHITRAL: A tragic car accident resulted in the deaths of at least two tourists and three others sustaining injuries near the Lowari Tunnel in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The incident occurred in Ashrit, reportedly due to a damaged road along the 18-kilometer stretch leading to Lowari Tunnel. According to Rescue 1122, the vehicle was en route to Chitral when...

NDMA issues urban flooding alert, warns of flash floods

ISLAMABAD: National Disaster Management Authority has issued a forecast of moderate to heavy rainfall across various regions of the country till Tuesday, July 9, and warned or urban flooding and flash floods across various parts of the country. The affected areas include northeastern parts of Punjab, Potohar regions, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, southern Sindh, Azad Jammu and Kashmir,...