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Imam Hussain’s (AS) sacrifices eternalize supremacy of Islam: Farrukh

ISLAMABAD, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib said on Thursday that the great sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and martyrs of Karbala had eternalized the universal principles of Islam. In his Youm-e-Ashur message, the minister said today, Muslims around the world […]

India can never suppress freedom struggle of Kashmir: Asad Umar

ISLAMABAD, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiative, Asad Umar on Thursday said India could not suppress Kashmiris’ struggle for freedom even if it tried for next seventy years. Sharing a video of Kashmiri children, who were chanting anti-India and pro-freedom slogans besides parsing […]

PM to expand Ehsaas truck kitchen service to 3 more cities

ISLAMABAD, Prime Minister Imran Khan, on Friday, will announce expansion of ‘Ehsaas Koi Bhooka Na Soye’ initiative to three more cities – Multan, Gujranwala and Lahore, with an aim to eliminate hunger from the country. The initiative is about distributing cooked meals at designated delivery […]

Russia brands independent monitor ‘foreign agent’ ahead of election

Moscow, Aug 18 (AFP/APP):Russia on Wednesday declared an independent election monitor a “foreign agent”, one month before a parliamentary election in which President Putin’s unpopular United Russia party is dexpected to struggle. Created in 2000, Golos had notably denounced election rigging in the 2011 parliamentary […]

Shibli stresses for modern technology to end rigging in next elections

ISLAMABAD, Aug 18 (APP):Minister for Science and Technology, Shibli Faraz on Wednesday stressed the need for introducing modern technology to end rigging in next elections. The Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf’s (PTI), government is determined to implement the electronic voting system in the next general elections, […]

Pak evacuates 1,100 personnel from Kabul:Fawad

ISLAMABAD, Aug 18 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Wednesday said Pakistan has so far evacuated some 1,100 personnel from Kabul, Afghanistan. In a tweet, he said Pakistan’s commendable evacuation operation was continuing. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has once again resumed […]

More than 200 mourning processions held amid tight security at Parachinar

PESHAWAR, Aug 18 (APP):On the night of Ashura, more than 200 mourning processions were taken out from different Imambargahs at Parachinar, district Kurrum amid coherent security measures. The mourners observed the day with devotion and religious zeal. They paid tribute to Hazrat Imam Hussain (Razi-Allah-Anho) […]

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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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