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PTDC to organize NTCI to attract tourism

ISLAMABAD, Mar 15 (APP):The Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) with the financial assistance of the World Bank would organize the dissemination event on National Tourism Competitiveness Index (NTCI) on Thursday (tomorrow) to promote the country’s rich tourism potential aimed to attract immense people. The PTDC […]

Online Scrutiny System helps ensuring transparency in Punjab elections

ISLAMABAD, Mar 15 (APP): The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has implemented an Online Scrutiny System to aid the Returning Officers (ROs) in the rigorous scrutiny of nomination papers of candidates running for provincial assembly seats in Punjab. This system has proven to be a […]

Siddiqui calls for economic analysis to fix responsibility

ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP):Senate Standing Committee on Education and Professional Training, National Heritage and Culture Chairman Irfan Ul Haq Siddiqui has called for a thorough analysis of the country’s economic history to determine who was responsible for its current economic woes. Talking to a TV […]

ECP extends deadline for Nomination Papers in Punjab Assembly elections

ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP):The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has extended the deadline for nomination paper filings till March 16 aiming to facilitate candidates vying for provincial assembly elections of Punjab province. According to ECP spokesperson, the extension was granted in response to the demands […]

SC cannot interfere in ongoing case in high court: CJP

ISLAMABAD, March13 (Online): Supreme Court (SC) has sent the matter of disqualification of federal minister Shazia Marri on the basis of fake degree to Sindh High Court (SHC). Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Umar Ata Bandial has remarked disqualification case against Shazia Marri on the […]

LHC moved for formation of JC to probe into Zille Shah death

LAHORE, March 13 (Online): Petition has been filed in Lahore High Court (LHC) seeking formation of Judicial Commission (JC) on killing of PTI worker Ali Bilal alias Zille Shah. The petition has been filed by advocate Nadim Sarwar making Punjab government, IG Punjab, deputy commissioner […]

MD NTDC inaugurates Daycare Center at NTDC

NTDC Headquarters, Wapda House Lahore – March 13, 2023 –The Managing Director National Transmission & Despatch Company Limited (NTDC), Engr. Dr. Rana Abdul Jabbar Khan has inaugurated a Daycare Centre established at Shaheen Complex Lahore today. Speaking on the occasion, MD NTDC said that the […]

Amjad Aulakh posted as DG NAB Lahore

ISLAMABAD, Mar 13 (APP):National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman (Retd) Lt Gen Nazir Ahmed Butt has posted Amjad Majeed Aulakh as the new Director General (DG) of NAB Lahore. The announcement was made in a notification issued on Monday. According to the notification, Amjad Majeed Aulakh, […]

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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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