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PTI moves SC for election date in KP

ISLAMABAD, April 06 (INP): Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Thursday filed plea in the Supreme Court (SC) for election date in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). PTI moved the apex court for directing Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Haji Ghulam Ali to announce polls for the province. The plea has […]

New social contract required to empower civil institutions: Imran

LAHORE 05 April (Online): Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has called for a “completely new social contract” to tackle the multiple crises that the country is currently facing. In an interview with Time news magazine on Tuesday, Imran reiterated his […]

ECP decides to hold Punjab poll on 14 May as per SC orders

ISLAMABAD 05 April (Online): Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has decided to hold Punjab general election on May 14 as Supreme Court (SC) of Pakistan issued verdict on 04 April. ECP also issued election schedule for the provincial elections. According to schedule last date for […]

KMC agrees finally to move two elephants from zoo to Safari Park

KARACHI 05 April (Online): The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has finally decided to relocate two elephants — Noor Jehan and Madhubala — from Karachi Zoological Gardens to sprawling Safari Park within one month. On Tuesday, the KMC extended full support to the international animal welfare […]

Bilawal urges judiciary to stop repeating past errors

HYDERABAD 05 April (Online): PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, who is also the country’s foreign minister, on Tuesday urged the superior judiciary to avoid repeating the history of pronouncing controversial orders which were motivated by politics rather than justice. Bilawal, while addressing an event to observe […]

PAF chief meets Iranian ambassador

ISLAMABAD 05 April (Online): Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief Zaheer Ahmad Babar Sidhu met with the Iranian ambassador Syed Muhammad Ali Hussaini, on Wednesday to discuss matters of mutual interest and regional issues. The meeting took place in the air chief’s office, where they talked […]

Date of 7th Population, Housing Census extended till Monday

ISLAMABAD, April 05 (Online): Chief Census Commissioner Dr. Naeem-uz-Zafar has extended the date of 7th Population and Housing Census till Monday to ensure hundred percent coverage. According to a press release issued by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, in order to complete the leftover census […]

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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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