Police intensify crackdown on smog SOPs violations

IGP Dr Usman Anwar has instructed the continuation of anti-smog actions against violators

LHC expresses displeasure over relaxation in market timings amid anti-smog measures

Justice Shahid Karim conducts hearing on plea to prevent smog

All economic indicators moving in right direction: Marriyum Aurangzeb

Inflation has decreased to 4.9 percent from 35 % during the PML-N government

Smog alarm: LHC suggests extending winter vacation in educational institutions until Jan 10

Court also underscored urgency of regulating construction activities

Route permits of smoke-emitting vehicles with malfunctioned engines to be cancelled in Punjab

CM stresses solid policy and comprehensive measures for clean environment

Punjab govt decides not to issue M-Tag without fitness certificate

Vehicles over 30 years old will not be permitted to travel on the motorways

Lahore continues to be world's most polluted city

The overall air pollution level in the city was recorded at 277

Much-needed rain expected in parts of country

Fog in patches is likely to prevail in isolated plain areas of Punjab and upper Sindh

Lahore again becomes world's most polluted city

Residents breathed in an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 599

Punjab eases restrictions after reduced smog intensity

Both government and private offices can now operate at full capacity

Smog intensity dips in Lahore, ranked 4th most polluted city globally

The overall air quality index (AQI) of the city recorded at 242

Smog takes its toll on citizens' health as 61, 024 cases of respiratory diseases reported in Punjab

Govt has assured citizens that hospitals are fully equipped to handle influx of smog-related cases

Agriforest to be grown across Punjab to mitigate smog

No mercy and strict penalties will given to violators not following environmental rules

No respite from smog as Lahore, Delhi compete for unenviable ranking

Some parts of Lahore had an AQI above 450 which is highly hazardous.

LHC orders schools to provide transport to students, sets smog control measures

Justice Shahid Karim heard the petition filed by Haroon Farooq and other residents

Lahore remains smoggy and world's second most polluted city

The AQI (air quality index) of Lahore was 498 at 9:15 in the morning as recorded by the IQAir

Low smog: Punjab govt softens restrictions, reopens recreational places

Markets in Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, will close on 8 PM

Lahore ascends to top of world as smog returns

The AQI (air quality index) of Lahore climbed to 593 early morning which fell to 525 at 10:30am

Schools reopen in Punjab as smog intensity dips

Lahore remains the second most polluted city in the world

Educational institutions to be reopened in Lahore, Multan on Nov 20 as smog eases

Mask-wearing has been made mandatory for both students and teachers.

Toxic smog persists over India's north; Delhi pollution remains severe

Delhi's 24-hour AQI reading was at 488 on a scale of 500, with five stations reported an AQI of 500

Lahore, Multan remain smog-choked as overall provincial reading improves

Reading of Lahore’s AQI was recorded at 252 whereas Multan had an AQI of 286.

Hotels, restaurants, food points permitted to open till 10pm

Environment Protection Department issues notification

Schools reopen tomorrow in Punjab save Lahore, Multan as smog subsides

Situation of smog improved during last couple of days: Marriyum Aurangzeb

LHC directs Punjab govt to transition motorcycles to battery power to combat smog

LHC instructed the provincial government to develop a policy for small and medium public transport.

Shrouded in smog, Delhi pollution reading is the highest this year

India's pollution control authority said the national capital territory's 24-hour AQI was at 484

Smog subsides in Punjab, but still at hazardous level

Indian capital Delhi was at the top on Monday with AQI 1,497 while Lahore was at second place

Punjab govt extends smog-driven restrictions until Nov 24

Outdoor dining is banned after 4pm in Lahore and Multan, with takeaways allowed until 8pm.

Marriyum says 'Detox Punjab' campaign to reduce smog level

The Punjab govt successfully tested artificial rain earlier

Pakistan's policies hazy as it fights smog

A mix of low-grade fuel emissions from factories and vehicles, and stubble burning blanket the city

Smog situation in Punjab improves, Lahore becomes second most polluted city in world

according to Swiss website IQAir, the AQI of Lahore reduced to 294 by 10:15 am

How Beijing and London serve as valuable examples for Pakistan to battle smog

The use of technology and smart ways could save people's lives

Punjab government to counter pollutants with anti-smog guns

Hefty amount of over Rs 5 billion would be earmarked for the purpose

Lockdown in Lahore and Multan as govt declares 'all-out war' against smog

All educational institutions in Lahore and Multan will remain closed for the next few days

Dense smog disrupts flight operation at Lahore airport

Flight 401 from Karachi was forced to circle over Lahore for over 10 minutes before returning back.

Lahore police impose Rs18m fine in anti-smog drive

As many as 212 cases have been registered, leading to arrest of 228 people

Delhi resident urged by doctor to 'leave city' as worsening pollution heightens health concerns

Air quality in Northern India has deteriorated over the past week, with toxic smog hiding buildings

Govt mulls three-day lockdown in Lahore, Multan to combat smog

Smog has become a national disaster, says Marriyum Aurangzeb

LHC asks Punjab govt to make long-term policy on smog

Justice Shahid Karim of LHC heard clubbed applications on curtailing smog

Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remain engulfed in smog

The average AQI of Lahore was recorded at 780 early morning

National health emergency stressed as smog crisis deepens

WWF Pakistan writes a letter to PM for action

Smog - A Ticking Time Bomb

Smog has reached alarming levels and is severely affecting the quality of life in Punjab

India's toxic smog hides Taj Mahal, delays flights

Taj Mahal was barely visible from the gardens in front of the monument

Lahore most polluted city, motorways closed as smog descends on Punjab

Motorway police have also requested people to stay home and avoid unnecessary travelling

Visibility drops in parts of Delhi as pollution surges

The Indian capital battles severe pollution every winter

Smog denies 'breathing space' to people in Lahore, Multan

Lahore had an AQI of 499 around 10am on Wednesday

Climate catastrophe: PM Shehbaz urges developed nations to lead from the front

Says Pakistan requires $6.8 trillion by 2030 to tackle climate challenges

Lahore remains most polluted city of world as smog blankets Punjab, KP

Early morning, the air quality index (AQI) of Lahore reached 968 which later dropped a bit

Passengers face difficulties as smog causes train delays

Heavy fog and smog in various cities were causing disruptions in train schedules.

Schools closed in five more Punjab divisions due to rising air pollution

School will be closed in Dera Ghazi Khan, Sahiwal, Sargodha, Bahawalpur, and Rawalpindi divisions.

Pakistan's record smog triggers anguish and anxiety

Lahore regularly ranks among world's most polluted cities, but it has hit record levels this month

Smog badly affects traffic flow on motorways in Punjab

The Motorway police have urged the drivers to drive slowly and switch on fog lights while driving

Over 11 million children under 5 in peril as they breathe toxic air in Punjab: UNICEF

UNICEF has warned that highly polluted air in Punjab province is posing severe risks to health

Unicef urges swift action as over 11m children face toxic smog in Punjab

"Around 12 percent of deaths in children under five in Pakistan were attributed to air pollution"

Govt bans outdoor activities till Nov 17 as smog takes heavy toll on people's health

According to notification, department stores and grocers have been exempt

Multan becomes most polluted city as smog forces closure of motorway

The Motorway police have appealed to drivers to drive slowly and switch on fog lights

Air purifiers to be installed across Punjab to combat smog

The number of air purifiers must be adequate and reasonable.

Seven die in fog, smog related traffic accidents

People are advised to limit unnecessary travel and drive vehicles carefully

Motorways shut in parts of Punjab due to fog, smog

Motorway M-5 and Lahore - Sialkot Motorway have been closed

Lahore on top of most polluted cities' chart; sections of motorways closed due to fog

The Swiss IQAir recorded AQI of Lahore at 688 at around 9 in the morning

Motorways closed as dense smog and fog blanket parts of Punjab

The Motorway police have advised the drivers to switch on fog lights while driving.

Punjab plans artificial rain to tackle unbearable smog in Lahore

Lahore has remained the world most polluted city recently

LHC orders closure of markets at 8pm, other measures in smog-ridden Punjab

Govt apprehensive about measures taken by court, says judge

Public places closed as smog situation worsens; Lahore remains at top of most polluted cities' list

Lahore remained at the top of the world’s most polluted cities with air quality index (AQI) at 738

Smog violations: Authorities arrest seven, register 19 FIRs during crackdown

715,363 vehicles challaned, 155,494 were impounded during the year

Toddler knocks on LHC door to help ensure smog-free tomorrow

Says govt is responsible to provide clean and healthy environment to every citizen under Article 9A

Punjab govt closes schools as smog situation worsens

The education department issued a notification closing institutions from November 7 to 17

How is Lahore, the world's most polluted city, battling toxic air?

Pollution rose to unprecedented levels on Sunday on the city's outskirts, with a score of 1900

Lahore tightens rules on open BBQs to combat smog

Notification mandated using chimneys and exhaust systems for open BBQs

Delhi wants artificial rain to tackle worsening air pollution

An air quality score of zero to 50 is considered good

Lahore tops world's most polluted cities list as smog situation worsens

The Punjab government has failed to curb the rising average smog levels

India hands out fines to owners of polluting vehicles, building sites

New Delhi is the world's most polluted major city

Lahore ranks second in global pollution levels with 218 AQI

Primary schools in Lahore have been closed from Nov 4 to 9

Severe smog in Lahore prompts closure of primary schools for one week

Schools would be closed from November 4 to Nov 9.

Lahore remains world's most polluted city for second successive day

The Swiss IQAir recorded the AQI of Lahore early morning at 778

Section 144 imposed in capital to combat air pollution

It bans smoky vehicles, burning of crop residues and brick kilns emitting smoke

Maryam to write to Indian Punjab CM to mitigate smog impact, says Azma Bokhari

Artificial rain could only be introduced when clouds are present

Lahore continues to choke as AQI surpasses highly hazardous 1,000 mark

Air pollution is taking huge toll on the health of citizens with surge in suffocation

Citizens grapple with smog amid sporadic remedial measures

Lahore, adjacent areas have been in the grip of smog for last one week

Punjab govt takes remedial steps to combat smog

Air quality index in Shimla Hill reached alarming levels of around 300

LHC orders demolition of smoke-belching factories amid 'green lockdown' in Lahore

Also orders stringent action against those involved in burning crop residues

Green lockdown imposed in Lahore to tackle smog

All construction activities will be completely banned.

CM Maryam stresses climate of collaboration between Pakistan and India to fight smog

Lahore has been facing high levels of smog for the last few days

Lahore ranks second most polluted city of the world

Earlier, Lahore ranked the most polluted city of the world

Smog scourge: Wearing masks mandatory in Lahore

Smoke-emitting vehicles, factories will be challaned, says Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb

Lahore bears the brunt of smog with alarmingly high AQI

Average Air Quality Index (AQI) of city was recorded at 347

School timings changed as smog in Lahore rises to alarming level

The teaching process in all public and private schools will start at 8:45 am from October 28, 2024

Lahore's AQI rises to alarming levels

AQI of Lahore has reached to 696 and topped the list of most polluted cities of the world

Lahore in the grip of alarming smog

Lahore ranked the most polluted city in the world on Wednesday as the AQI went up to 515

School timings changed due to smog in Lahore

People advised to limit outdoor exposure and wear mask

Lahore remains most polluted city despite holiday

The average smog level in the city has been recorded at 409

Artificial rain being considered to combat smog in Lahore

Artificial rain initiative is estimated to cost Rs350 million

CM Maryam desires to engage in 'climate diplomacy' with India

Also inaugurates Green Punjab App, Smog Helpline 1373

Lahore faces hot, dry weather amid high pollution levels

Smog continues to plague the residents of Lahore with an average smog level recorded at 190.

Anti-smog campaign launched in Lahore

The campaign was launched on special instructions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.

Punjab to introduce fitness certification for non-commercial vehicles

All private vehicles, including cars, jeeps, and motorcycles, would undergo fitness checks.

LHC bars Punjab govt from giving electric bikes to students until May 13

Judge opines electric buses are provided to colleges instead

Mums ban outdoor fun as air pollution worsens in Vietnam capital

Experts warn that pollution also impacts tourism and the whole economy

Lahore once again tops global air pollution chart

Air quality in city was recorded at 261 around 7:30pm, and at 294 a couple of hours earlier

Pakistan imports 160 Chinese electric buses

Pakistan imports 160 Chinese electric buses

Rare smog puts Sydney on par with New Delhi as bushfires rage

The air quality index hit 161 in areas just north of the city's downtown

Pakistan's first artificial rain infuses hope of smog-free days ahead

Pakistan’s first artificial rain infuses hopes of smog-free days ahead

Fog, smog to engulf plain areas of country: PMD

According to the synoptic situation, continental air was prevailing over most parts of the country.

Lahore still most polluted city of the world

The weather forecast shows that there is no chance of rain soon

Unauthorised motorcycle rickshaw manufacturers on Transport Department's radar

Unauthorised motorcycle rickshaw manufacturers on Transport Department's radar

Soaring pollution in Lahore fills hospitals with sick children

Known as a city of gardens, it is now choking with toxic smog

Schools, businesses open on Saturday as smog dissipates

Educational institutions to remain open as Punjab lifts smog restrictions

In China's coal country, full steam ahead with new power plants despite climate pledges

In China's coal country, full steam ahead with new power plants despite climate pledges

Smart lockdown: Educational institutions remain closed on second consecutive day

Only cyclists are allowed to come on Mall Road on Sunday

Smog in Lahore makes people gasp for breath

Lofty claims to curb smog couldn't translate into reality

Lahore is the second most polluted city followed by New Delhi

The health experts have advised the people to avoid unnecessary travelling

Face mask is now mandatory in smog-hit region of Punjab

Face mask will be mandatory for one week in Lahore and Gujranwala divisions

Punjab imposes smart lockdown in 10 smog-hit districts for one day

All public and private schools, colleges, universities shall remain closed today (Saturday)

What is artificial rain and how it helps fight smog?

The process costs Rs40m for one time

34 factories sealed during anti-smog drive in Faisalabad

34 factories sealed during anti-smog drive

Fog, smog likely to blanket plain areas of country: PMD

According to the synoptic situation, Continental air is prevailing over most parts of the country.

Naqvi orders closure of schools on Saturday as smog situation worsens in Punjab

Educational institutions, offices, cinemas, parks, restaurants, markets to remain closed on Saturday

Lahore is once again most polluted city as AQI reaches 444

PMD says no forecast of rain during next 24 hours

LHC mandates closure of schools on Saturdays to combat smog in Punjab

Court suggests work-from-home arrangement twice a week

South Asia - the global pollution hotspot: Pakistan, India see fourfold increase in vehicles since 2000

Marked in economic development, population growth leading to increased energy, fossil fuel demand

Delhi labourers at the receiving end of construction ban to fight pollution

The city, which is home to 20 million people, is the world's most polluted capital

Three Indian cities among world's 10 most polluted after Diwali

An AQI level of 400-500 impacts healthy people

Punjab lifts lockdown imposed to combat smog after Friday's downpour

Punjab lifts lockdown imposed to combat smog after Friday’s downpour

Indian capital gets a breather as rain brings respite from smog

Light showers also expected in states like Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan

Punjab govt relaxes lockdown; allows markets to remain open on Thursday, Friday

Banks will also remain closed on November 10 in smog-hit districts

Reeling under toxic air, India's capital shuts schools

Air quality levels in the city were over 320

New Delhi to restrict use of vehicles to curb air pollution

The rule would allow vehicles with odd number plates to ply on odd dates

LHC directs sealing factories causing air pollution

LHC gave a ruling to seal the factories emitting black smoke

Some schools shut as air pollution in New Delhi turns 'severe'

Residents complained of irritation in the eyes and itchy throats

PDMA declares smog a calamity in Punjab

All the deputy commissioners have been given authority of Relief Commissioners

Smog emergency declared in Punjab

Measures OK'ed: use masks; control vehicle, factory emissions; fines on crop residue burning

North China smog to last until mid-November: state media

A “moderate” pollution ranking still means pollutants in the air

China's smog-covered north on highest pollution alert as visibility drops

Authorities also warned road users to stop in safe parking areas

LHC steps up efforts to grapple with smog

LHC steps up efforts to grapple with smog

Lahore commissioner imposes section 144 to tackle smog

Lahore, Nankana Sahib, Sheikhupura and Kasur will face the restrictions

LHC imposes fines for home car washing, city parking violations

The LHC justice Shahid Kareem heard the petitions filed to control smog

Philippines issues health warning as capital hit by smog, volcanic gas

Philippines issues health warning as capital hit by smog, volcanic gas

United States is Earth's punching bag for nasty weather

United States is Earth’s punching bag for nasty weather

New timings for eateries, bakeries in Ramadan notified

Earlier, LHC had imposed time restrictions during fog wave

Punjab extends winter vacation in schools, colleges up to Jan 8

Punjab extends winter vacation in schools, colleges up to Jan 8

Lahore second, Karachi ranks fourth among world's most polluted cities

Lahore’s atmosphere has been recorded at 268 particulate matters.

Private offices to remain closed for two days a week amid calamitous smog

On the orders of the high court, instructions have been issued to close private offices

Calamitous smog necessitates three-day schools' closure in Lahore

Lahore repeatedly tops the daily ranking of most polluted city in the world.

Smog: LHC asks govt to submit notification of schools' closure

Lahore repeatedly tops the daily ranking of most polluted city in the world.

Lahore again tops world's most polluted cities list

The air quality of the metropolis was over 350

LHC orders authorities to declare smog emergency in Punjab

LHC orders authorities to declare smog emergency in Punjab.

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Smog continues to engulf Lahore as AQI reaches 224

Smog continues to engulf Lahore as AQI reaches 224

Lahore declared most polluted city globally

PM2.5 concentration in Lahore air was 62.9 times above the WHO annual air quality guideline

Smog continues to engulf Lahore as AQI escalates to 356

Smog continues to engulf Lahore as AQI escalates to 356

Smog: LHC says schools, private offices could be closed for a week

Condition of smog will further improve in coming week: Director PDMA

Lahore declared most polluted city globally

PM2.5 concentration in Lahore air is currently 46.3 times above the WHO annual air quality guideline

Lahore declared most polluted city globally

Te worst quality of air was recorded in Gulberg as AQI reached 728.

PM directs concerned departments to devise strategy to save major cities from pollution

PM directs departments to devise strategy to save major cities from pollution

Report on smog situation submitted in LHC

LHC directed to appoint Lahore mayor as focal person.

Lahore declared most polluted city globally

The worst quality of air was recorded in Kot Lakhpat

Smog continues to engulf Lahore as AQI reaches 370

Residents choking in acrid smog pleaded with officials to take action.

Lahore declared most polluted city globally as AQI reaches 374

The worst quality of air was recorded in Fatehgarh as AQI reached 612.

Smog continues to engulf Punjab as AQI reaches 424

Residents choking in acrid smog pleaded with officials to take action.

'It's killing us': Delhi's smog-choked roads take their toll

'It's killing us': Delhi's smog-choked roads take their toll

'We thought he had Covid but it was smog': Life in polluted Pakistan

The megacity of nearly 11 million people near the border with India

Smog: LHC directs private offices to allow work from home for 50pc employees

Smog: LHC directs private offices to allow 50pc employees to work from home

Lahore declared second-most polluted city globally as AQI reaches 367

Air pollution has worsened in Pakistan in recent years

'Find a solution,' say residents as smog blankets Lahore

Air pollution has worsened in Pakistan in recent years

Delhi schools shut indefinitely as smog worsens

Delhi schools shut indefinitely as smog worsens

Lahore, Karachi among top five most polluted cities in world

People are facing problems in breathing and itching in eyes.

Lahore again tops list of world's most polluted cities

India's New Delhi came in third with a PM of 174, while Mumbai ranked fourth-worst city

Lahore's smog returns after transition in weather

Lahore's smog returns after transition in weather

Punjab govt imposes section-144 to control smog

Section 144 has been imposed for one month in the province

Lahore sees peak pollution as coronavirus surges

Lahore sees peak pollution as coronavirus surges

Smog control room established in Lahore on PM Imran directives

At least 25,000 smog control village committees have also been set up across Punjab to control smog.

Three killed in rickshaw, tractor trolley collision near Bahawalpur

Rescue teams reached the spot and shifted the dead and injured to hospital.

India court bans firecrackers in pollution-hit cities citing virus surge

Firecracker makers immediately demanded that the government pay compensation for the ban.

Brick kilns in Punjab to remain closed till Nov 7 to control smog

Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar chaired a high-level meeting.

Indian farmers step up illegal fires as Delhi air crisis worsens

Indian farmers step up illegal fires as Delhi air crisis worsens

Smog can intensify coronavirus pandemic in Pakistan: Health experts

Smog can intensify coronavirus pandemic: Experts

Brick kilns to remain closed from Nov 7 to Dec 31, LHC issues written order

The LHC also directed to take action against the factories increasing pollution.

LHC summons report on policy regarding smog, air pollution

LHC summons report on policy regarding smog, air pollution

PM Imran Khan approved Punjab govt's recommendations for eradicating smog

For curbing environmental pollution, forest plantation will be done on 60,000 canals in Lahore.

Amnesty International urges Pakistan for 'urgent action' as smog chokes Lahore

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Lahore reached 598 at 12 pm on 21 November.

Schools remain closed in smog-hit Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad today

The decision was taken by the Punjab Education Department due to poor air quality.

Schools in Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad to remain closed on Nov 22

In recent years, smog has become a problem for some cities in Pakistan.

Court orders Punjab govt to take measures for controlling environmental pollution

"The rise in environmental pollution is alarming," the court remarked.

Smog turns air 'hazardous' in Lahore and adjoining areas

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Lahore has reached 371 on average on Thursday morning at 9am.

Rain reduces smog intensity in Lahore, AQI drops at 171

Since the start of November, Lahore's AQI has witnessed an abrupt spike.

Delhi most polluted city in world: AQI

Delhi tops list of most polluted cities in world: AQI

Schools in Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad to remain closed for two days as smog reaches hazardous level

Health experts have advised people, especially children, to remain indoors and take more liquids.

Lahore gets smoggier with hazardous AQI at 408

Health experts have advised people, especially children, to remain indoors and take more liquids.

Toxic smog recedes in Lahore after rain and strong winds

According to Met department sources, the current spell of rain is expected to continue till Friday.

Fawad Chaudhry offers India help to control air pollution

Fawad Chaudhry offers India help to control air pollution.