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Pakistan’s nutrition crisis demands urgent, sustained investment: Experts

Policymakers, development leaders, health professionals and nutrition experts called for urgent, coordinated and measurable action to address the malnutrition and child-stunting crisis. Dawn Media’s two-day international conference, “Act For Nutrition: The Emergency We Can No Longer Ignore,” kicked off at a local hotel, with discussions […]

Atta Tarar visits Arif Rawan to offer condolences

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar visited the office of Engineer Muhammad Arif Rawan, Director to the Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan and Project Director Hosting Community, to offer his heartfelt condolences on the passing of his father. The minister expressed […]

IHC halts CDA recruitment cancellation, issues notices to respondents

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday suspended, until the next hearing, the Capital Development Authority’s decision to cancel the recruitment process for several posts, including Assistant Director and Building Inspector. Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro issued a two-page written order after hearing petitions challenging the […]

PM orders health officials to personally oversee PIMS reforms

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday chaired an emergency meeting on health sector affairs and the recent fire incident at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) immediately after returning from Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, the prime minister was briefed on matters concerning the […]

UN chief praises Pakistan’s constructive role in multilateral diplomacy

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Tuesday appreciated the leadership of UN Secretary-General António Guterres in advancing the United Nations’ role in addressing global challenges and promoting effective multilateralism. In a meeting with António Guterres on the sidelines of the […]

Islamabad, Rawalpindi among areas facing rain and heavy downpours on Wednesday

Rain-wind/thundershower with isolated heavy falls is expected in Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Pothohar region, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir and adjoining hilly areas on Wednesday, while hot and humid weather is likely to prevail in other plain areas of the country. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, […]

Gilani stresses media’s role in projecting Pakistan’s positive image

Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday emphasised the important role of responsible and professional media in projecting a balanced, positive and constructive image of Pakistan and effectively highlighting the country’s national interests before the world. He expressed these views during a meeting with […]

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia move to deepen AI, data governance cooperation

Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja and President of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) Abdullah bin Sharaf Alghamdi on Tuesday agreed to continue discussions aimed at further strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in artificial intelligence, data […]

21 terrorists eliminated in Balochistan operations, Naqvi lauds security forces

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday praised the security forces for eliminating 21 terrorists during separate operations in Chaghi and Pishin districts of Balochistan. He commended the professional capabilities of the security forces for successfully conducting operations against terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Hindustan and Fitna […]

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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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