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3,31,150 voters to exercise right of franchise in LG By-polls

PESHAWAR, Feb 13 (APP):As many as 3,31,150 voters including 1,56,541 male and 1,74, 609 female would exercise their right of franchise in local government by-elections holding in 12 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to Spokesman of Elections Commission of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa a total of 237 […]

PM Imran Khan takes notice of mob-lynching of another man in Channu

ISLAMABAD – February 13 (ONLINE): Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday took stern notice of another mob-lynching incident in Khanewal district’s Mian Channu area where a middle-aged man was stoned to death by a mob over alleged desecration of the Holy Quran in a remote village […]

Fazl meets Shujaat, Parvez

LAHORE, Feb 12 (APP):Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) Chairman and chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman Saturday called on former prime minister Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain and Acting Governor Punjab Chaudhry Parvez Elahi and discussed overall political situation in the country and matters of mutual interest. […]

Court declares Saaf Pani project clean and transparent project

LAHORE, Feb 12 (Online): Accountability Court (AC) Lahore while declaring the former Chief Minister (CM) Punjab Shahbaz Sharif Saaf Pani project clean and transparent has issued written order for acquittal of 16 accused persons including PML-N leader Raja Qamar ul Islam. Judge AC Lahore Muhammad […]

PPP stands with PDM to bring No-confidence move: Asif Zardari

Islamabad-February 12 (ONLINE) President of Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) Maulana Fazlur Rehman contacted Former president and Pakistan People’s Party Co-Chairman Asif Ali Zardari by telephone on Friday to discuss political issues. Asif Zardari assured Maulana Fazlur Rehman that PPP will stand with Opposition to bring […]

PM Imran Khan directs to ease process for low-cost housing projects

Islamabad February 10 (Online): Prime Minister Imran Khan said over 70,000 housing projects worth 1.4 trillion rupees have been approved which will have an overall impact of 7.3 trillion rupees on the construction industry and will create 1.2 million jobs. He was chairing a meeting […]

Opposition failed to activate public against PTI: Asad Umar

ISLAMABAD, Feb 10 (APP): Minister for Planning and Development Asad Umar on Thursday said that Opposition parties had no power to activate general public against the Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf government. The Opposition had failed to topple the government of Prime Minister Imran Khan because […]

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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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