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Artificial rain effects dying down as smog engulfs Lahore again

Lahore at second top polluted city with over 400 unhealthy particles in the air

Published 23 Dec, 2023 12:32pm

Pakistan

Artificial rain improves Lahore air quality as Karachi tops polluted cities

Karachi’s air quality level rose to hazardous level as AQI US was 313 at 9:40am

Updated 17 Dec, 2023 10:33am

Pakistan

First ever artificial rain induced in Lahore today to combat smog

Detailing the procedure, Naqvi disclosed that 48 flares were deployed for cloud seeding,

Published 16 Dec, 2023 04:08pm

Pakistan

Lahore remains most polluted city in the world

AQI as high as 151-200 is considered unhealthy

Updated 05 Dec, 2023 04:04pm

Pakistan

LHC orders closure of markets by 10pm to fight smog

Court says two days of work from home should be implemented

Updated 28 Nov, 2023 12:40pm

Pakistan

Smog: Markets to be closed in six Punjab divisions on Sunday

Govt advises citizens to wear face masks

Published 26 Nov, 2023 01:10am

Pakistan

Punjab implements lockdown measures in 10 districts

Friday and Saturday would be declared as holidays in educational institutions.

Published 25 Nov, 2023 09:45am

Pakistan

LHC orders closure of cafes in Johar Town by 10pm

Says if anybody wants de-sealing of factory then he should approach the court

Published 25 Nov, 2023 12:50am

Pakistan

Artificial rain in Lahore to cost Rs350 million

Chinese experts are scheduled to visit Pakistan soon

Updated 24 Nov, 2023 03:01pm

Pakistan

What rank Lahore gets today in AQI index?

Over 400 hazardous particles have been recorded in the air

Published 24 Nov, 2023 11:17am

Pakistan

Smog: Punjab reviews lockdown measures, plans artificial rain next week

Officials believe high amount of traffic is main cause of smog

Updated 23 Nov, 2023 06:32pm

Pakistan

Lahore to install 12 smog towers, switch to electric bikes

Punjab govt approaches Chinese experts as wide range of measures on cards

Updated 18 Nov, 2023 05:38pm

Pakistan

Punjab locks down 10 districts to fight smog

Lahore once became the world's worst city to breathe

Updated 18 Nov, 2023 10:39am

Pakistan

Punjab govt decides to engage Chinese experts to curb smog

Chinese consul general proposes construction of air purification tower in Lahore

Published 18 Nov, 2023 12:38am

Pakistan

Smog: LHC suggests closing schools on Saturdays, Sundays for three months

Recommends taking action against those using drinking water for washing cars

Published 17 Nov, 2023 11:51pm

Pakistan

Punjab plans ‘artificial rain’ to fight smog but is it feasible?

'Air pollution and smog can retake the position after,' says PMD official

Published 17 Nov, 2023 03:39pm

Pakistan

Smog forces closure of schools in 10 Punjab districts on Saturday

Shops, markets, gyms, and cinemas will open after 3pm

Updated 16 Nov, 2023 10:39pm

Pakistan

Lahore retains most polluted city title with lingering smog

The caretaker chief minister of Punjab had called an important meeting to deal with the smog situation.

Published 16 Nov, 2023 10:13am

Pakistan

Punjab govt discussing artificial rain in somg affected areas: CM Naqvi

Says planning to install 12 ionizer filters in Lahore

Published 15 Nov, 2023 08:15pm

Pakistan

LHC tells authorites to prevent smog from worsening

Court says situation is better in Lahore

Published 15 Nov, 2023 03:43pm

Pakistan

Punjab govt gears up for tough actions to combat smog crisis

Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has called a meeting tomorrow(Wednesday) on the smog situation

Published 14 Nov, 2023 03:14pm

Life & Style

Smog changes famous Lahore sayings, ‘Jinny Lahore nai wekhya o jamya e nae’

Residents of Lahore want a permanent solution to get rid of this problem.

Updated 15 Nov, 2023 01:07pm

Pakistan

Lahore tops global list with worst air quality index

Operations against vehicles emitting smoke were being conducted through Safe City cameras

Published 14 Nov, 2023 09:24am

Pakistan

LHC orders ‘work from home’ policy amid smog in Lahore

Tells government to stop construction till February

Published 13 Nov, 2023 03:19pm

Pakistan

Punjab govt lifts lockdown as air quality improves in province

CM Naqvi says markets to open tomorrow while educational institutes will remain closed till Sunday

Published 10 Nov, 2023 11:48pm

Pakistan

Punjab goes into smart lockdown to prevent smog

However, the lockdown has been relaxed for two days in eight districts

Published 09 Nov, 2023 12:54pm

Life & Style

Lahore becomes world’s most polluted city as AQI reading crosses 400

A reading of over 50 is considered harmful

Published 08 Nov, 2023 03:44pm

Pakistan

Smog prompts Punjab to close schools, offices in six districts from Nov 9 to 12

Markets are to be closed on Saturday and Sunday

Updated 07 Nov, 2023 11:09pm

Pakistan

Lahore ranks second among world most polluted cities amid health concerns

An average of 10,000 cases of breathing problems were recorded daily

Published 06 Nov, 2023 12:44pm

Pakistan

PDMA Punjab declares smog a ‘calamity’ in province

DCs empowered to take necessary measures to mitigate smog

Published 01 Nov, 2023 07:15pm