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Minister HR addresses conference on Child Marriage Restraint Bill

Islamabad: Federal Minister for Human Rights Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada addressed the consultation conference on Child Marriage Restraint (Amendment) Bill, 2022 held today in Islamabad. This meeting was arranged by the National Commission on the Status of Women with the help of UNFPA on the […]

Key US lawmaker voices sympathy for flood-hit people in Pakistan

WASHINGTON, Aug 25 (APP): A key US lawmaker has conveyed his deepest sympathies to the government and the people of Pakistan over the devastation caused by the recent floods and offered condolences over the loss of life resulting from the unprecedented monsoon rains across the […]

Flood washes away historic Rail Bridge in Balochistan

QUETTA, Aug 25 (APP): Continuous downpour and hill torrents on Monday washed away Balochistan’s historic Rail Bridge in Hairak area of Bolan district causing suspension of the train service between Balochistan and rest of the country. Historically famous Mach Bridge had been built during British […]

Floods situation in country is national emergency: Marriyum Aurangzeb

Islamabad, Aug 25 (Online): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb while terming floods situation in the country a national emergency has said national spirit will have to be demonstrated to cope with massive destruction caused by floods in Sindh and Balochistan. “donations are needed […]

Air Vice Marshal Aurangzeb Ahmed appointed as DGPR PAF

ISLAMABAD, Aug 25 (Online): Air Vice Marshal Aurangzeb Ahmed has been appointed as Director General Public Relations Pakistan Air Force. According to PAF spokesperson, Air Vice Marshal Aurangzeb Ahmed was commissioned in GD (P) Branch of Pakistan Air Force in December, 1992. During his career, […]

PM Shehbaz postpones his visit to London due to flood situation

Islamabad, August 25 (Online): Prime Minister (PM) Shahbaz Sharif has postponed his visit to London due to flood situation in the country. PM has summoned meeting on the flood situation and relief activities. He has directed to hold the meeting soon after his arrival in […]

Shahbaz Gill in Adiala jail on judicial remand: Home minister Punjab

LAHORE, Aug 25 (Online): Home Minister Punjab Hashim Dogar has said Shahbaz Gill has been shifted to Adiala jail Rawalpindi due to judicial remand. In a statement issued here Thursday, Hashim Dogar said the best care will be ensured for Shahbaz like other prisoners. It […]

Imran Khan granted interim bail in terrorism case

ISLAMABAD, Aug 25 (Online): Anti Terrorism Court (ATC) has granted interim bail to Imran Khan in the case of threatening the judge besides restraining the police to arrest him till September 01. Case was registered against Imran Khan under anti terrorism act for hurling threat […]

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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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