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KP elections on October 8, ECP notifies

ISLAMABAD, Mar 29 (APP): The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday notified that the general elections in the provincial assembly Khyber Pakhtunkhwa would be held on October 8, 2023. According to ECP, the date of the poll has been conveyed by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Governor […]

LHC allows Shahbaz Gill to travel abroad for 4 weeks

LAHORE, Mar 29 (APP): The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday granted one-time permission to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Shahbaz Gill to travel America for four weeks. A three member bench, headed by LHC Chief Justice Muhammad Ameer Bhatti, passed the orders while hearing a petition […]

PBC Ramazan transmission continues to spread message of love, harmony

ISLAMABAD, Mar 29 (APP): Radio Pakistan’s special Ramazan transmission “Paigham-e-Ramazan” is continuing to spread the message of love, peace and harmony in society. On the 7th consecutive day on Wednesday, eminent religious scholar Mufti Nadeem Ahmed Qasmi highlighted the importance of Zakat and its Nisab. […]

FO welcomes EU’s decision to remove Pakistan from high-risk list

ISLAMABAD, Mar 29 (APP):The Foreign Office spokesperson on Wednesday said that they welcomed the decision by the European Union to remove Pakistan from the list of high-risk countries, thus recognizing Pakistan’s performance in overcoming technical issues in its anti-money laundering /countering financing of terrorism. This […]

ANP welcomes introduction of SC ‘Practice and Procedure Bill 2023’

PESHAWAR, Mar 29 (APP):The Awami National Party’s Provincial President Aimal Wali Khan on Wednesday welcomed the Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Bill, 2023, stating that it will strengthen both the apex court and the Constitution in the country. He emphasized the importance of strengthening constitutional […]

LHC extends its orders till April 6 against de-notifying PTI MNAs

LAHORE, March 29 (Online): Lahore High Court (LHC) has extended till April 6 its orders against de-notifying PTI Members of National Assembly (MNA). The petition from PTI MNAs against acceptance of their resignation came up for hearing before a single bench of LHC led by […]

ANP criticizes PTI for ill-conceived policies in health sector

PESHAWAR, Mar 29 (APP): Provincial President Awami National Party (ANP), Aimal Wali Khan on Wednesday criticised that the ill-conceived policies of the PTI government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had negatively impacted the healthcare system in the province. In a statement issued, he said that the previous […]

Advisor to CM Punjab Wahab Riaz visits Bahawalpur to inspect free flour distribution

BAHAWALPUR, Mar 29 (APP): Chief Minister Punjab’s Advisor on Sports Wahab Riaz visited Bahawalpur on Wednesday. He went to free flour distribution centers established in Bahawalpur. Deputy Commissioner Bahawalpur Zaheer Anwar Jappa also accompanied him. Advisor Sports Punjab visited Dring Stadium, Government College of Technology, […]

Japan funded project for solar panels at school in Swabi, KP inaugurated

Islamabad (PNI) A grassroots grant assistance project for installation of solar panels at school in Village Shewa, District Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, funded by the Government of Japan, was inaugurated on March 29, 2023. The Government of Japan had provided a USD 58,928 grant (equivalent to […]

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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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