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Interior minister visits Siachen Sector to meet frontline soldiers

ISLAMABAD, Sep 17 (APP):Minister for Interior Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad Friday visited the Siachen Sector to meet frontline soldiers of Pakistan Army. He laid a wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhda and also paid rich tribute to the martyrs of the Gayari avalanche incident. Sheikh Rasheed, addressing the soldiers, […]

NAB approves conversion of inquiry into investigation against Siraj Durrani, others

KARACHI, Sep 17 (APP):The National Accountability Bureau has approved conversion of inquiry into investigation against Speaker Sindh Assembly Agha Siraj Durrani, Ex-IG Prisons Nusrat Hussain Mangan, reference against Ex-Chief Secretary Fazal-ur-Rehman and others in its regional board meeting. The meeting recommended conversion of inquiry into […]

NADRA, ECP lock horns over i-voting

Islamabad – September 16 (Online): Election Commission of Pakistan has clarified that it is their responsibility of conducting elections as per any new method. In a reply to NADRA Chairman Tariq Malik’s letter, ECP clarified that implementation of any new method to hold elections is […]

Man shot sister dead, injures sister-in-law before committing suicide

MULTAN, Sep 16 (APP):A man shot his sister dead while injured sister-in-law before committing suicide over a domestic dispute near Chowk Kumharanwala near Daewoo Bus Terminal here on Thursday. According to Rescue 1122 sources, Shahid (42) s/o Ikram had dispute with his family members over […]

One more witness testified in reference against Mandviwala

ISLAMABAD, Sep 16 (APP):An Accountability Court (AC) on Thursday testified one more witness in reference against former deputy chairman senate Saleem Mandviwala and others in Kidney Hills corruption reference. The court also granted one-day exemption from hearing to accused Saleem Mandviwala and Ijaza Haroon on […]

Survey claims best performing federal ministers

ISLAMABAD, Sep 16 (APP):Gallup and Gilani Pakistan Thursday claimed that most Pakistanis have cited the name of Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad and Murad Saeed as best performing ministers in the present federal cabinet. According to a survey conducted by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan, […]

PM Imran holds fruitful meetings with regional countries presidents: Fawad

ISLAMABAD, Sep 16 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Thursday said Prime Minister Imran Khan Thursday held fruitful meetings with the Belarus, Uzbekistan, Iran and Kazakhstan presidents. Talking to PTV, he said during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)’s meeting, the leadership of the […]

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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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