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Anarkali blast FIR registered at CTD police station

LAHORE, Jan 20 (APP):A case of New Anarkali blast has been registered in Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) police station against unidentified accused. The FIR was registered on the complaint of CTD police station SHO inspector Abid Baig. The FIR included 7ATA, 3/4 Explosives Act, 302, […]

NAB Lahore recovers over Rs24.9m from Shehbaz Sharif’s son-in-law

Lahore-January 19 (Online): National Accountability Bureau (NAB) recovered over Rs24.9 million from Ali Imran Yousuf, the son-in-law of the Opposition Leader in National Assembly Shehbaz Sharif, media reported on Wednesday. According to media report, NAB has recovered over Rs24.9 million from the properties owned by […]

Big cities are engine of development, progress: PM Imran

Islamabad January 19 (Online): Prime Minister Imran Khan said that “We are laying special focus on the development of big cities as they are the real engines of growth for the national economy.” He was chairing a meeting on Plan for Big Cities in Islamabad […]

Govt has devisied comprehensive plan for distribution of Urea

Islamabad January 19 (Online): The government has devised a comprehensive mechanism for distribution of Urea with the help of district administration that will ensure availability of Urea Fertilizer to farmers at the control rate; this was stated by Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday. Prime […]

IHC reserves decision on maintainability of Monal Restaurant’s appeal

ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP): The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday reserved its judgment on the maintainability of an intra court appeal (ICA) against the sealing of Monal Restaurant at Margalla Hills National Park. The IHN division comprising Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Miangul Hassan […]

Security forces kill two terrorists in North Waziristan IBO

RAWALPINDI, Jan 18 (APP):The security forces on Tuesday killed two terrorists during an Intelligence Based Operation being conducted on reported presence of terrorists in Thal, North Waziristan District. The terrorists were identified as Ghayoor and Bahauddin who got killed during intense exchange of fire, said […]

PML-N playing politics on SBP self-governing: Hammad Azhar

ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP): Federal Minister for Energy Hammad Azhar on Tuesday said that Pakistan Muslim League-N, was playing politics on State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), self-governing. Talking to a private television channel, the minister said that PML-N’s regime had created chaos on the matter […]

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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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