Regional experts issue ‘Kathmandu 10 Action Points’ on cascading mountain hazards after “Himalayan Tsunami”

Sep 28, 2026

The recommendations, called the Kathmandu 10 Action Points, came out of a three-day workshop from 15 to 17 September. It was convened by the...

PoK: Major unattended forest fires continue to create environmental hazards

Feb 20, 2024

The forest fire has been spreading over large areas and remains unattended, turning hundreds of tonnes of priceless olive wood into ash creating smoke.

Pakistan: Rawalpindi’s water plants turn into health hazards amid neglect

Oct 08, 2026

Water filtration plants installed across Rawalpindi to provide residents with safe drinking water are reportedly supplying muddy and potentially contaminated water, with outdated filters...

Safetree brings new dimensions in selling customized Insurance products through Risk Janampatri

Nov 18, 2020

New Delhi [India], November 18 (ANI/PRNewswire): Uncertainty is constant and is increasing at a rapid rate. While the losses due to various hazards are...

Pakistan: Haphazard dumping of solid waste causing environmental hazards in Sahiwal

Dec 16, 2024

For over two decades, solid waste has been dumped haphazardly near the Jhal Road Overhead Bridge in Sahiwal, causing severe environmental and health issues....

Northern Israelis warned of asbestos contamination due to war

Jan 01, 2025

Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Ministry of Health warn of potential exposure to possible asbestos hazards following the war in the North.