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Info ministry pays Rs 700 mln to media houses: Fawad

ISLAMABAD, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Tuesday said that the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has completed the payment of Rs700 million to the media houses as per the directives of Prime Minister Imran Khan for clearing outstanding dues of media […]

FO confirms theft of 1,000 Schengen visa stickers from Italian embassy

ISLAMABAD, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has shared information with the relevant departments for an “appropriate action” on the theft of Schengen visa stickers from Italian embassy in Islamabad, the Foreign Office Spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday. In response to questions by journalists, Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez […]

Turkey reduces quarantine period for Pakistani visitors

ISLAMABAD, Turkey in its revised policy has reduced the period of mandatory quarantine from 14 to 10 days for the visitors arriving in from Pakistan and Afghanistan, from July 1 onwards. However, the passengers from India, Bangladesh, Brazil, Nepal, South Africa, and Sri Lanka will […]

National security meeting to focus on Afghan situation: FM

ISLAMABAD, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Tuesday said the meeting on national security, to be attended by representatives of all parliamentary parties, would focus on the current security situation in Afghanistan and its impact on the region. In a statement, the foreign minister said […]

PM for another contact with Opposition on electoral reforms: Fawad

ISLAMABAD, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Monday said Prime Minister Imran Khan had directed [the government team] to make another contact with opposition parties on the proposed electoral reforms. In a tweet, he said Attorney General for Pakistan Khalid Javed Khan would […]

Govt strengthening state media to represent national narrative: Ch Fawad

ISLAMABAD, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Monday informed the National Assembly that several innovative steps were being taken to improve performance of the state media organizations to represent the national narrative at international level. Unlike past practice of state media just […]

RAW linked terrorist group arrested in Karachi : Sheikh Rashid

ISLAMABAD, Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Monday revealed that a very dangerous terrorist group linked with Indian intelligence agency RAW has been arrested from Karachi who wanted to destabilize the country by carrying out terrorist activities in major cities. However, Sheikh Rashid clarified that the conspiratorial […]

UNICEF Pak needs $55.73m to support humanitarian response

ISLAMABAD, United Nations Childern’s Fund (UNICEF) Pakistan office needs some US$ 55.73 million during the current year to carry out the support of in-country humanitarian response. According to a document of UNICEF, only US$ 14.08 million have been received to provide humanitarian support in the […]

Tax filers increase by 12% in country: Shahbaz Gill

ISLAMABAD, Special Assistant to Prime Minister for Political Communication, Dr Shahbaz Gill on Sunday said, the number of tax filers had increased by 12 percent in the country. Responding to a statement of PML-N central leader, Maryam Aurangzeb, he said, those who looted the national […]

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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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