The Conference of the Parties (COP), an annual gathering of United Nations member states to address climate change, is set to take place from 30 Nov 2023 to 12 December 2023 at Expo City Dubai. COP28 aims to assess global progress in combating climate change and devise a plan for climate action in line with...
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Pakistan Urges $100 Billion Loss and Damage Fund at COP28 Summit.Syed Asif Hyder shah
Pakistan is set to push for the operationalization of a $100 billion loss and damage fund at the upcoming COP28 summit in Dubai. As the country most severely affected by climate change, Pakistan requires approximately $348 billion by 2030 to address climate action, including both mitigation and adaptation measures. To achieve this, Pakistan aims to...
Unmasking the Harsh Realities of Climate Change in Pakistani Cities
In an in-depth investigation, we delve into the intricate web of climate change impacts on major Pakistani cities, unearthing startling figures and unignorable challenges that these urban centers face. Karachi’s Sweltering Heatwaves: Our investigation reveals that Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, has been hit by a series of devastating heatwaves in recent years. A comprehensive analysis...
CJAP announces Faisalabad Cabinet
FAISALABAD: The Christian Journalists Association of Pakistan (CJAP) marked a significant milestone with the establishment of a new body in Faisalabad. CJAP coordinator Kashif Nawab along with other key executive members, including Nasir Jameel and Sheba Gill made important appointments. The inauguration ceremony of CJAP Faisalabad Chapter, witnessed the announcement of cabinet members through official...
Haryali Hubs saved 217.4 tonnes of valuable waste from reaching landfills
Haryali Hubs saved 217.4 tonnes of valuable waste from reaching landfills across four UCs in Karachi, initiating a trend in waste sorting jobs and offering direct livelihood opportunities to 76 local residents. Urban centers such as Karachi ought to implement recycling systems, and the Haryali Hub serves as a platform to understand the recycling of...
Jaranwala victims grabbed in Mental Health Issues
Two brothers were accused of desecrating the Holy Quran and insulting religious sentiments of local Muslims on August 16, 2023, in Jaranwala town of Faisalabad district. This accusation quickly escalated into a mob violence, resulting in the destruction of over twenty churches and dozens of Christian homes. Within a week of this incident, several other...
Authorities urged to prioritize security of Churches in forthcoming festive Season
In an alarming development, the Presbyterian Church located in Lahore’s densely populated Gulberg area, specifically in Makkah Colony, fell victim to a deliberate act of arson during its annual renovation. The church administration, in a proactive response, was concurrently sealing the walls to confine sounds of prayers and worship within the church premises. This decision...
Transforming Environmental Challenges into Economic Opportunities
Punjab, the most populous province in Pakistan, is once again shrouded in smog, forcing citizens to endure burning eyes, a sore throat, and difficulty breathing. The government response was to impose closures of schools, markets, and restaurants from November 9 to November 12, exacerbating the societal and economic toll already imposed by environmental issues....
Sensitization on Interfaith Harmony termed pivotal to curb Religious Intolerance
A peaceful afternoon in the Pahar Ganj area of Karachi, took a violent turn after a dispute between the leading Pastor of a local church, Pervaiz Gulzar’ and a radical fruit seller escalated into a horrific scene of vandalism and violence. The dispute arose when the fruit seller positioned his cart in front of the...
A profound study of China’s geo-economic strategies: Behind the Iron brotherhood
I received a cartouche of this book from the writer himself. Two years ago the President DigiMap and Editor of our websites (IBC Urdu and IBC English) Sir Sabookh Syed took me to the author’s office where we sat had some tea, and talked about the book that’s how I came to know the overall...