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Aurangzeb Pledges Green Finance Push at COP29

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb commits Pakistan to advancing green finance initiatives at COP29, focusing on climate resilience and sustainable development. Read the full story.

Sri Lanka Flood Death Toll Hits 334, 370 Missing

Catastrophic floods and landslides in Sri Lanka have claimed 334 lives, with 370 people still missing. Rescue efforts intensify as the disaster's scale becomes clear. Read the full report.

Sri Lanka Floods: 153 Dead, Emergency Declared

Sri Lanka declares state of emergency as cyclone death toll reaches 153 with 191 missing. International aid sought as floods displace thousands. Donation details available.

Pakistan Targets Asian Green Supply Chains Integration

Pakistan's government announces comprehensive strategy to integrate into Asian green supply chains, focusing on sustainable manufacturing and export growth. Learn how this move will transform Pakistan's economy.

Thailand Floods Death Toll Reaches 145

Devastating floods in southern Thailand claim at least 145 lives. Emergency teams race against time as thousands remain affected. Learn how to help disaster victims.

Sindh's Rs1.018 Trillion Development Budget Approved

Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah approves historic Rs1.018 trillion development budget for 2025-26, focusing on Karachi projects, climate-resilient infrastructure and SDGs. Major water schemes and mass transit systems prioritized.

Pakistan Unemployment Hits 21-Year High at 7.1%

Pakistan faces severe unemployment crisis with 7.1% jobless rate, the highest in 21 years. Over 1 million degree holders unemployed. Climate change and IMF pressures blamed. Urgent action needed!

COP 30: Pivotal Climate Platform for Global South

COP 30 emerges as crucial platform for Global South climate ambitions. Pakistan joins global leaders in demanding climate justice and financing for vulnerable nations facing extreme weather.

Bhola Cyclone's Role in Bangladesh Liberation War

Groundbreaking study reveals how Pakistan's neglect after 1970 Bhola cyclone, which killed 300,000, fueled Bangladesh independence movement through voting patterns and armed resistance.

EU Praises Sindh's GSP+ Progress in Rights Reforms

EU Monitoring Mission commended Sindh's advancement in human rights and institutional reforms during GSP+ review. CM Murad Shah reaffirmed commitment to labor rights and climate action.

Sindh CM Briefs National Security Workshop Delegation

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah welcomed 95-member National Security Workshop delegation, highlighting provincial development priorities and post-flood reconstruction efforts. Learn about Sindh's climate-resilient growth strategy.

PM Shehbaz approves Monsoon 2026 Strategic Plan

PM Shehbaz Sharif greenlights Monsoon 2026 Strategic Plan. The strategy outlines short, medium & long-term measures for climate resilience, infrastructure repair & flood prevention nationwide. Read more.

2026 Monsoon: 26% More Rain, Flood Risk Warning

Pakistan faces severe 2026 monsoon with 22-26% extra rainfall and glacial melt floods. NDMA reveals emergency plans as climate disasters cost 9% GDP. #PakistanFloods #ClimateCrisis

PM Directs Early Monsoon Preparedness Plan

Prime Minister directs authorities to implement short-term monsoon preparedness plan immediately. Early warning systems and infrastructure protection measures prioritized ahead of 2025 rainy season.

Climate Finance Fails Farmers as Suicide Rates Rise

At COP roundtable, experts confront the widening gap between climate finance promises and reality for vulnerable communities. Farmers' suicides increase as climate crisis deepens. Read more.

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