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CAA issues new Covid protocols for domestic flights

ISLAMABAD – January 15 (ONLINE): The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued a new Covid-19 precautionary advisory on the suggestions of National Command and Operation Center (NCOC). According to the Covid-19 protocols, food and snacks will be banned on all domestic flights across the country, […]

Court bars FIA from arresting Shahbaz, Hamza

LAHORE – January 15 (ONLINE): Lahore Banking Crimes Court on Saturday issued a written order according to which the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) was barred from arresting National Assembly’s opposition leader Shahbaz Sharif and his son Hamza Shahbaz in money laundering case till January 21. […]

Hearing to captain Safdar’s case adjourns till Jan 28

Lahore-January 15 (Online): The hearing of the case of PML-N leader Captain (retd) Muhammad Safdar has been adjourned till January 28 without any action due to leave of the Sessions Court judge. As per media report, Mohammad Safdar has filed an appeal against the decision […]

Renowned Urdu poet Mohsin Naqvi was remembered

ISLAMABAD, Jan 15 (APP):Iconic Urdu poet Mohsin Naqvi was remembered on his 26th death anniversary on Saturday to pay homages for his lifetime literary services for entertainment industry. Born on May 5, 1947 in Dera Ghazi Khan, Mohsin Naqvi contributed a lot to Urdu language […]

Govt-run PIC included in list of international standard hospitals

PESHAWAR, Jan 15 (APP):The government-run Peshawar Institute of Cardiology (PIC) Hospital in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been included in the list of international standards hospitals across the globe. The PIC became Pakistan’s first public hospital to be included in the list of the hospitals providing treatment […]

Karachi Eat Festival attracts hundreds amid Omicron surge

KARACHI, Jan 15 (APP)::The three-day Karachi Eat Festival that returned after two years of gap has attracted hundreds of visitors amid Omicron surge which reaches to the alarming level of 35 per cent in the metropolitan city in last 24 hours. The event, being held […]

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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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