Punjab declares health emergency; closes all educational institutions; bans construction work

Despite billions spent on air pollution control, inconsistent actions continue to hinder improvements

Govt insists no rape occurred at a Lahore college but the protests in response are fuelled by years of injustice

While some believe practice can curb illegal killings, others argue it will only further diminish wild population

The outdated stipulations of the centuries-old Christian Marriage Act complicate the termination of violent marriages

The outdated stipulations of the centuries-old Christian Marriage Act complicate the termination of violent marriages

Despite the monsoon rains, riparian zones remain dry and infertile due to the lack of flowing irrigation water

Experts cite lack of trees, air pollution and shortage of water in rivers as reasons

Kiln owners claim that the government has failed to provide monetary help for shifting towards eco-friendly technology

Experts stress birth spacing and contraceptive use to tackle Pakistan's rapid population growth and resource limits