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Saudi Aramco says Q1 profits jump 82% as oil prices surge

Riyadh, May 15 (AFP/APP):Energy giant Saudi Aramco posted Sunday an 82 percent jump in first quarter profits, buoyed by the surge in oil prices that has made it the world’s most valuable company. The announcement continued a string of recent positive economic news for Saudi […]

Bilawal to lead Pak delegation at meeting on global food crisis

UNITED NATIONS, May 15 (APP): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will arrive in New York on Tuesday to lead Pakistan’s delegation to a ministerial-level meeting on global food security aimed at responding to the escalating food prices across the world in the wake of Russia’s […]

International Families Day being celebrated

ISLAMABAD, May 15 (APP): International Day of Families marked on May 15 (Sunday) across the globe including Pakistan, celebrated the importance of families and the work started during the International Year of Families. International Day of Families promoted the importance of a healthy and well-balanced […]

Four killed, one injured in N.Waziristan

PESHAWAR, May 15 (APP): Four persons were killed and one injured when unknown assailants opened fire at a shop in Miran Shah of North Waziristan district, police said on Sunday. The armed gunmen opened fire on a shop at Dandy Darpakhel and killed four persons […]

Transgender Employment Program launched in capital

ISLAMABAD, May 14 (APP): Khwaja Sira Quran School & Shelter Home and Transgender Rights Consultants Pakistan have jointly launched the “Transgender Employment Program” here on Friday. Nayab Ali, a transgender rights activist, under this programme has set -up stalls in different main markaz of capital […]

Usman Dar other PTI leaders arrested in Sialkot

SIALKOT, May 14 (Online): PTI has claimed that several PTI members including Usman Dar have been arrested in Sialkot. Usman Dar has issued video statement on his twitter account saying they have been arrested from Sialkot ground and the police have put them in prison […]

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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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