PML-N govt’s initiative was costing Rs195m annually, causing a heavy dent to provincial exchequer, PITB sources say

Wildlife dept strapped for cash, year sees ban on PCP guns, poacher surveillance and emphasis on animal rights

Owners claim government did not provide technical, financial support

Govt hatcheries’ production in Punjab reaches record level

Pandemic also casts its dark shadow over joint parades at Pakistan-India border openings

Covid-19 restrictions may limit this year’s celebrations, but nothing can dampen the Christian community’s spirit

The new formula relies on marine grasses to introduce earthworms to previously barren lands

A day earlier, 47 pilgrims were issued visas to visit Shree Katas Raj temples

Pesticides, artificial lights also blamed for dwindling number of beautiful insects

Several pairs of wild animals including giraffes, hippos and lions struggle to breed in captivity at the park