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Provision of relief on essential items priority of govt: Dar

ISLAMABAD, NOV 05 (ONLINE): Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has stressed that providing relief on essential items to the backward segments of the society is the priority of the government. He made the remarks while chairing a meeting in Islamabad regarding Prime Minister’s relief package through […]

Attack on Imran: Punjab cabinet passes condemnatory resolution

LAHORE, Nov 04 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi presided over the Punjab cabinet meeting on Friday, which unanimously passed a resolution condemning firing at Imran Khan. It was stated in the resolution that the Punjab cabinet meeting strongly condemned the firing incident during the […]

CCPO issues foolproof security for Lahore city, Raiwind Ijtima

LAHORE, Nov 04 (APP):Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Lahore Additional Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ghulam Mahmood Dogar issued directions to senior police officers including all divisional SPs on Friday to ensure foolproof security arrangements in the city as well as Raiwind Ijtima (congregation). More […]

Imran Khan assassination attempt case investigation handed over to CTD

Lahore, Nov 4 (Online): The suspect of the attack on Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, Imran Khan and the investigation has been handed over to the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD). While the polygraph test of the suspect will also be conducted to check the truth of the accused. […]

Pakistan condemns gratuitous remarks by Indian Defence Minister

Islamabad, Nov 4 (Online): At a press briefing on Friday Spokesperson Foreign Office, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said that World seen our categorical rejection of India’s baseless propaganda directed against Pakistan at the meeting of the UN Counter Terrorism Committee (CTC) in Mumbai last week. “We […]

Kaira wants ‘unconditional dialogue’ to address political uncertainity

ISLAMABAD – November 4 (ONLINE) Advisor to Prime Minister on Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit Baltistan Qamar Zaman Kairar on Friday suggested an “unconditional dialogue” to address all political issues and reaching to a consensus on all outstanding matters. Addressing a press talk here in Islamabad, […]

Country running out of gas reservoirs: Minister

ISLAMABAD – November 4 (ONLINE) State Minister for petroleum Musadik Malik cautioned Friday the country was slowly running out of its gas reservoirs, adding that the government was considering increasing levy on petroleum products. In his media briefing, the state minister said government’s top priority […]

PM Shehbaz condoles demise of Mir Balkh Sher Mazari

ISLAMABAD, Nov 4 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief and sorrow over the demise of former prime minister Mir Balkh Sher Mazari. In a statement here on Friday, he said his services for the nation and the country would be remembered for a long time […]

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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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