Climate change devastates rivers, livestock and crops in Pakistan: Report

IANS | March 22, 2026 8:34 PM

Islamabad, March 22 (IANS) Pakistan is one of the most climate-vulnerable nations in the world, with climate change posing an existential threat to its agriculture and food chain, according to the Pakistan Economic Survey 2024-25 and recent World Bank assessments, and the crisis is devastating its rivers, coasts, livestock and crops, threatening food security and livelihoods, as per a report in the local media.

Govt launches carbon market portal at Prakriti 2026 Summit

IANS | March 21, 2026 6:29 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) The Union government, on Saturday, commenced the International Conference on Carbon Markets -- Prakriti 2026 -- bringing together policymakers, industry leaders and global experts to deliberate on carbon markets and climate action.

Row over Rs 6.2 crore Yamuna boats as toxic froth sparks concern

IANS | March 18, 2026 5:50 PM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) A political row and public criticism erupted on Wednesday after the Delhi government floated a tender worth Rs 6.2 crore for two “VIP inspection boats” meant for monitoring and survey operations on the Yamuna river, even as high levels of froth were seen floating on the river near Kalindi Kunj, raising environmental concerns.