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Sugar to be provided at Rs 130 per kg during Ramazan

ISLAMABAD, Feb 21 :Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain on Friday directed Chief Secretaries of all provinces to establish sugar stalls at the municipal council level and ensure uninterrupted supply of the commodity at Rs.130 during the holy month of Ramazan. According to […]

PTI decides to evolve new strategy for release of PTI founder

ISLAMABAD, FEB 20 (ONLINE): PTI has decided to evolve new strategy in connection with release of PTI founder. According to sources PTI political committee has constituted 11-member subordinate committee. 11-member political committee led by Umar Ayoub will work out strategy regarding release of PTI founder. […]

Electricity tariff likely to be curtained by Rs 2 per unit

ISLAMABAD, FEB 20 (ONLINE): Electricity tariff is likely to be curtailed for consumers and Central Purchasing Power Agency (CPPA) has filed application in NEPRA in this regard. The application has been filed under the head of monthly fuel price adjustment for January. The price of […]

SC issues acquittal order of convict in murder case

ISLAMABAD, FEB 20 (ONLINE): Supreme Court (SC) has issued acquittal orders of accused Sajjad alias Shahzad resident of Sharif Abad in murder case. Justice Sardar Tariq Masood and Justice Mazhar Alam Mian Khel heared the case on Thursday. The claimant Azhar Mehmood had got the […]

Charge sheet of 13 cases related to May 9 filed in ATC

RAWALPINDI, FEB 20 (ONLINE): Charge sheets of 13 cases pertaining to May 9 have been filed in Anti Terrorism Court (ATC) Rawalpindi. . The case was heard by Judge Amjad Ali Shah of ATC Rawalpindi. During hearing all the charge sheets were submitted in the […]

Money laundering case against Moonis Elahi: SCC summons FIA director

LAHORE, FEB 18 (ONLINE): Special Central Court (SCC) Lahore has summoned FIA director on February 20 in money laundering case against former federal minister Moonis Elahi. SCC sought report about arrest of Moonis Elahi in FIA money laundering case. The court has also summoned report […]

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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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