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NCOC issues new web portal for downloading verifiable vaccination certificates

ISLAMABAD, The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) on Wednesday issued a new web portal to download easily verifiable Covid-19 vaccination certificates. The new website portal would generate a Covid-19 vaccination certificate that could be verified through QR Code scanning and also by visiting National […]

COVID-19 national tally of active cases drops below 32 thousands

ISLAMABAD, The national tally on Wednesday of total active COVID-19 cases was recorded 31,606 with 979 more people testing positive for the deadly virus and 1,499 people recovering from the disease during the last 24 hours. Twenty-seven corona patients have died during past 24 hours, […]

Govt aims to bring into cultivation all 220 million acres of land : Cheema

ISLAMABAD, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Food Security Jamshed Iqbal Cheema said Wednesday that under the Agriculture Transformation Plan, the government would bring into cultivation all the land where human-being or a plant can survive all across the country. “We have 220 […]

Fawad concerned over worrying levels of Islamophobia in western society

ISLAMABAD, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Wednesday expressed his grave concerns over the worrying levels of Islamophobia in western society and hoped that effective measures would be taken to prevent such repugnant incidents. In a tweet, he said, a Pakistani family […]

The 8th Japan-Pakistan Politico-Military Dialogue

Islamabad, The 8th Japan-Pakistan Politico-Military Dialogue was held virtually in Tokyo and Islamabad on June 29, 2021. Mr. KOBAYASHI Kenichi, Director-General, Southeast and Southwest Asian Affairs Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, and Mr. Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, Additional Secretary (Asia Pacific) who also serves […]

Mafias getting benefits from corrupt system, resist reforms: PM

ISLAMABAD, Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday said that now the people of the country would witness improvement and reforms in all sectors of life as they had left behind the difficult times. Addressing a gathering of parliamentarians belonging to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and its allies here, […]

Former CM Sindh Arbab Ghulam meets Buzdar

LAHORE, Former Chief Minister Sindh Arbab Ghulam Rahim called on Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar here Tuesday and discussed matters of mutual interest as well as overall political situation. Chief Minister Usman Buzdar said the present government carried out substantial development in the province, […]

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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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