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Court returns challan in money laundering case against Shehbaz, Hamza

LAHORE, Jan 24 (APP): A court on Monday returned challan filed by Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) against Opposition leader in National Assembly Shehbaz Sharif and his son Hamza Shehbaz, in money laundering and sugar scam. The agency had filed the challan before special judge Central. […]

Shehbaz to submit medical reports of Nawaz within 10 days: AGP

ISLAMABAD, Jan 24 (APP): Attorney General for Pakistan (AGP), Khalid Javed Khan on Monday said that Shehbaz Sharif would submit medical reports of Nawaz Sharif within ten days to avoid court action. The court would take action if Shehbaz Sharif failed to provide medical reports […]

Staff of Expo Vaccination Center stopped work due to non-payment of salaries

Karachi-January 24 (Online): Staff at Expo Vaccination Center in Karachi stopped work due to non-payment of salaries, media reported on Monday. According to media report, the vaccinators and data entry operators working at Expo Vaccination Center have stopped work due to non-payment of salaries. The […]

‘Sounded like a defeated person’ Maryam reacts to PM’s statement

ISLAMABAD – January 23 (ONLINE): Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) vice president Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Sunday while reacting to Prime Minister Imran Khan’s statement said that the PM sounded like a person ‘who is not only defeated but has also accepted his defeat’. Taking […]

Shahbaz Sharif not opposition leader but national criminal: PM Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD – January 23 (ONLINE): Prime Minister Imran Khan said Sunday that PML-N President Shahbaz Sharif is not the opposition leader but a ‘national criminal’. Answering phone calls of general public in ‘Apka wazir-e-azam apky sath’ program, the premier said that inflation was a global […]

Security Forces recover large quantity of weapons and ammunition in North Waziristan

Rawalpindi-January 23 (Online): During an operation in North Waziristan, security forces recovered large quantity of weapons and ammunition, a statement from Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said Sunday. According to ISPR, operation was conducted on intelligence based information. Secret hideouts of terrorist were targeted. Large […]

NCOC issues guidelines for Mosques, worship places

ISLAMABAD, Jan 22 (APP): National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) on Saturday agreed on implementation of essential protocols for masajid/worship places. NCOC session held here also took a detailed review of current disease situation in the country. The forum was agreed that only fully vaccinated […]

Mortar shell explosion kills four family members

PESHAWAR, Jan 22 (APP): Four members of a family died in a Mortar shell explosion at their home in Golotangi area of Kohat on Saturday. Police soon after the incident arrived at the site and started investigation. Police said that apparently it was mortar shell […]

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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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