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PM directs to end loadshedding from May 01 all over the country

ISLAMABAD, April 26 (Online): Prime Minister (PM) Shahbaz Sharif has directed to end loadshedding completely from May 01 all over the country. According to PM office spokesperson a high level emergency meeting on announced and unannounced power load shedding was held under the PM Shahbaz […]

Govt announces four holidays for Eid ul Fitr

ISLAMABAD 26 April (Online): According the Prime Minister (PM) office notification, the government has announced four-day holidays on the occasion of Eid ul fitr. The holidays will be observed from 2nd May (Monday) to 5th May (Thursday). […]

Election Commission should not be made controversial: Bar leaders

LAHORE, Apr 25 (APP): Elected leaders of lawyers’ bodies have demanded that the Election Commission should not be made controversial as it would be a conspiracy against the country. At a joint press conference held here on Monday, the bar leaders expressed their complete support […]

President sends letter to PM Secretariat regarding Punjab CM’s oath

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP):The letter addressed to President Dr Arif Alvi by the Governor of Punjab dated April 23, 2022, explaining constitutional reasons for not administering oath of the purportedly elected Chief Minister of Punjab, has been sent to the Prime Minister’s Secretariat on Monday. […]

Court issues warrants in a reference against former Secretary Law & Justice

ISLAMABAD, Apr 25 (APP):An Accountability Court (AC) on Monday issued arrest warrants against a co-accused in a reference against former secretary law and justice Arshad Farooq. AC-III Judge Syed Asghar Ali heard the case reference filed by National Accountability Bureau (NAB) regarding the matter. NAB […]

PPP’s Sharjeel Memon replaces Saeed Ghani as Sindh Info Minister

KARACHI 22 April (ONLINE): Pakistan People Pary (PPP) has decided to induct Sharjeel Memon into the provincial cabinet as Sindh Information Minister on Friday. Two notifications were issued; one regarding the Sharjeel Memon, while second revealed that portfolio of labour minister remains with Saeed Ghani. […]

Election to be held after govt completes tenure: Maryam Aurangzeb

ISLAMABAD 22 April (Online): Federal Minister for Information Maryam Aurangzeb said on Friday that the election will be after the completion of this government’s tenure. She said “this time, fog won’t appear like it did in Daska. This time, ballot boxes will not be stolen […]

Saad Rafique announces 30 percent reduction in railway fares

ISLAMABAD, Apr 22 (APP): Minister for Railways Khawaja Saad Rafique on Friday announced thirty percent reduction in railway fares during the first three days of Eid-ul-Fitr. In a voice message on twitter, he vowed to introduce structural reforms in Pakistan Railways to restore its glory. […]

Marriyum rejects fake news about NSC meeting

ISLAMABAD, Apr 23 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb on Friday rejected a news item reported by a private TV channel about the National Security Committee (NSC) meeting, held earlier in the day. In a news statement, she termed the news “concocted”, “misleading” […]

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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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