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Fourth polio case reported in Pakistan this year, all eyes on southern KP

The National Emergency Operations Center for Polio Eradication (NEOC) on Friday confirmed a new polio case from Bannu District, in southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, bringing the total number of cases reported in Pakistan this year to four. The government-led Polio Eradication Initiative in Pakistan urged all […]

D-8 brings youth together for AI, entrepreneurship and regional cooperation

The Secretariat of the Developing-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation (D-8) hosted the inaugural D-8 Youth Bridges Programme at its headquarters in Istanbul to mark International Youth Day, bringing together university students from D-8 member states studying in Türkiye. Designed as a platform for cross-border learning, […]

Pakistan, Rwanda explore new avenues to expand trade and investment

Federal Minister for Board of Investment (BOI) Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh has assured Rwanda of Pakistan’s full support in facilitating investment, promoting direct trade and strengthening institutional cooperation between the two countries. The minister held a meeting with Rwandan High Commissioner to Pakistan H.E. Harerimana Fatou, […]

SC, NADRA formalize cooperation for website, mobile app services

The Supreme Court of Pakistan and the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize and strengthen cooperation for the Court’s website and mobile application services. The MoU was signed on behalf of the Supreme Court by […]

DPM urges early action on development initiatives for AJK welfare

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday stressed the need for early implementation of development interventions so that the impact of these efforts is translated into tangible improvements in the lives of the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). The […]

PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s resolve to completely eradicate polio

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said Pakistan was firmly committed to completely eradicating polio as he met with a delegation from the Gates Foundation. The delegation, which called on the prime minister, included Gates Foundation representatives Kalpana Kochhar and Anita Zaidi, a Prime […]

PMD predicts hot weather, chances of rain in parts of northern areas

Mainly hot and humid weather is expected to prevail over most plain areas of the country on Thursday, while partly cloudy conditions are likely in Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecast. In Islamabad and adjoining areas, hot and humid weather […]

Shehbaz assures full federal support to newly elected AJK PM Gilani

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Syed Iftikhar Ali Gilani on assuming office as the newly elected Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), extending his best wishes for Gilani’s tenure. During a meeting with the AJK prime minister, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said […]

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South Asian nation of Pakistan is renowned for its varied people, rich cultural heritage, and ancient sites. With its dynamic political environment, socioeconomic advancements, and geographical relevance, it is a country that captures the interest of the whole globe. This article will examine some of Pakistan’s most recent newsworthy events, giving readers a quick overview of the nation’s present situation.

Pakistan, sometimes referred to as the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, is a South Asian nation. It has shared boundaries with India to the east, Afghanistan, Iran, China, and the Arabian Sea to the west, south, and northeast. Pakistan is the fifth-most populated nation in the world, with a total population of about 225 million.

History: As a result of the division of India, Pakistan became independent from British colonial authority on August 14, 1947. As a distinct homeland for Muslims in the area, the nation was founded. Millions of people were displaced as a result of extensive communal violence and mass migration brought on by the division.

Geographical diversity in Pakistan includes mountainous regions in the north, including the Himalayas and the Karakoram range, as well as coastal regions along the Arabian Sea. One of the world’s longest rivers, the Indus, runs across the nation and supplies water for hydropower production and irrigation.

Pakistan’s climate ranges from being desert in the south to being moderate in the north. Winters may be chilly, especially in the northern mountainous regions where snowfall is prevalent, but summers are often hot, with temperatures topping 40°C (104°F) in certain places.

Pakistan’s society and culture are diverse and multiethnic, and it has a long history. Islam is practiced by the vast majority of people, and Islamic customs and ideals have a significant impact on Pakistani culture. While English is widely spoken and utilized in professional and commercial contexts, Urdu is the country’s official language.

Popular meals include biryani, kebabs, and curries. Pakistani cuisine is renowned for its variety and tastes. Both men’s and women’s shalwar kameez are examples of traditional dress, while there are regional variants throughout the nation.

Major Cities: Islamabad, the nation’s capital and administrative hub, is situated in the northern section of the nation. The largest city and a significant financial and commercial centre is Karachi, which is located on the country’s southern coast. Pakistan’s cultural capital is Lahore, which is renowned for its extensive historical landmarks and cultural history.

Regarding purchasing power parity, Pakistan’s economy ranks as the 23rd largest in the world. Its economy is mainly on agriculture and it is categorized as a developing country. Its main exports are textiles, apparel, and agricultural goods. To promote economic growth, the government has been concentrating on industrialisation, infrastructure improvement, and luring international investment.

Pakistan confronts a number of difficulties, such as poverty, terrorism, political unrest, and insufficient access to healthcare and education. The nation does, however, have a great deal of room to expand and flourish. It boasts a youthful, expanding population, a prime position for commerce, and an abundance of minerals, coal, and other natural resources.

By adopting economic reforms, funding human development, supporting peace and stability, and increasing regional connectivity, Pakistan is working to overcome these obstacles and seize its possibilities. Daily Pakistani news is published by Pakistan News International.

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