Lahore Again Emerges as Most Polluted City in the World Amid Smog Crisis
Pakistan’s cultural capital, Lahore, has once again been ranked the most polluted city in the world, according to global air quality monitoring data, with air quality levels reaching hazardous concentrations that pose serious health risks for residents. The city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded in the 400s on Wednesday, well above the threshold considered […]
Gul Plaza Fire in Karachi: Death Toll Now 26, Dozens Still Missing
The fire at Gul Plaza shopping mall on MA Jinnah Road in Karachi was really bad. It has caused the death of a lot of people. The number of people who died from the fire at Gul Plaza shopping mall has now gone up to 26. A lot of people over 80, are still missing […]
Full Sale of PIA Approved as Bidders Reject Government Role in Airline’s Operations
The federal government has approved the full privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), deciding to offload its entire 100% stake after potential bidders made it clear they did not want any government involvement in the airline’s affairs following the sale. The move marks a significant shift from earlier plans and is aimed at attracting serious […]
Pakistan Rallies Nationwide to Protect Children in Final Polio Campaign of 2025
Pakistan’s final nationwide polio vaccination campaign of 2025 is well underway, with authorities confirming that nearly 38 million children have already been immunised as the drive entered its fourth day. The campaign, which began on December 15 and will continue through December 21, is a critical push in the country’s long-running effort to eliminate polio […]
Pakistan’s Water Crisis Deepens: Only 47% Have Access to Safe Drinking Water
A recent seminar in Islamabad, hosted by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), revealed some sobering statistics about the water situation in Pakistan. Experts warned that only 47% of Pakistanis have access to safe drinking water, highlighting the country’s worsening water-quality crisis and its serious impact on public health, productivity, and sustainable development. During […]