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Mazari addresses 49th session of UN Human Rights Security Council

ISLAMABAD, Mar 01 (APP): Federal Minister for Human Rights Dr. Shrieen M Mazari on Monday addressed the 49th session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Security Council. She said that women in “Palestine and Kashmir” continuously became victim of brutal occupations and the occupiers […]

EU Special Representative for HR Eamon Gilmore concludes Pakistan’s visit

ISLAMABAD, Feb 28 (APP): The EU Special Representative for Human Rights Eamon Gilmore concluded his three-day visit to Pakistan on Thursday and held series of meetings on human rights issues with top officials. During the visit, Gilmore held wide-ranging meeting with the Pakistani government officials, […]

Ruble crashes amid Western sanctions over Ukraine assault

Moscow, Feb 28 (AFP/APP):The ruble collapsed against the dollar and the euro on the Moscow Stock Exchange on Monday as the West punished Moscow with new sanctions over the Kremlin’s invasion of Ukraine. The ruble fell sharply at the start of trading, reaching 100.96 to […]

Murad Saeed sends legal notice to Reham Khan for baseless slender

ISLAMABAD – February 27 (ONLINE): Federal Minister for Communications Murad Saeed has sent a legal notice to Reham Khan, former wife of Prime Minister Imran Khan, for casting baseless aspersion and launching dirty propaganda against him, it emerged Sunday. As per the media reports, notice […]

Pakistan expresses resolve to safeguard its sovereignty, territorial integrity

ISLAMABAD – February 27 (ONLINE): Remembering the ‘Operation Swift Retort’ on its third anniversary, Pakistan on Sunday expressed resolve to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity against any aggression. Prime Minister Imran Khan said Sunday country’s armed forces, backed by nation, would respond to […]

Bilawal demands Polish govt to allow Pakistani students’ entry

LAHORE – February 27 (ONLINE): Pakistan Peoples Party’s (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Sunday urged government of Poland to allow Pakistani students’ entry to Polish land, adding that hundreds of Pakistanis await their entrance to Poland at the border crossings of war-hit Ukraine and Poland. […]

Shahbaz says February 27 an ‘unforgettable day’

ISLAMABAD – February 27 (ONLINE): Opposition leader in National Assembly Shahbaz Sharif on Sunday while remembering ‘Operation Swift Resort’ said that February 27 marks an ‘unforgettable, proud’ day in nation’s history. “Three years ago on this day, Pakistan gave a message to the whole world […]

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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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