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Vawda fined Rs50,000 for failing to appear before ECP

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ISLAMABAD – The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Tuesday once again directed Federal Minister Faisal Vawda to appear before the Commission in person on February 24 in dual nationality case. Headed by CEC Raja Sikandar Sultan, the five-member bench also fined Faisal Vawda and his lawyers […]

Pakistan-Turkey joint military exercise ATATURK-XI starts

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Pakistan-Turkey joint military exercise ATATURK-XI has started. The opening ceremony was held at the Special Service Headquarters, Tarbela. Turkish Special Forces and Pakistan Army’s Special Service Group troops are participating in three weeks long exercise.  It includes counter terrorism, close quarter battle, cordon and search, Fire and Move […]

PM seeks Ulema’s role for intellectual revolution

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ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister on Monday urged religious scholars to play their due role in Pakistan’s intellectual revolution by spreading mass awareness about cleanliness, righteousness and national unity to make the country a great nation. Addressing the Ulema and Mashaikh conference here, the Prime Minister said that Pakistan […]

Army has nothing to do with politics, says DG ISPR

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LAHORE – Director General Inter-Services Public Relations Major General Babar Iftikhar strongly condemned the recent wave of hearsay claiming Pakistan Army’s backdoor contacts with Pakistan Democratic Movement for making any intervention into political matters. In his response to the speculations raised by the PDM leadership to […]

No one can stop govt from issuing ordinance: Chief Justice

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ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Monday noted that the Ordinance regarding Senate election is not presumptive but conditional legislation.  A five-member bench of the apex court headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Gulzar Ahmed and comprising Justice Mushir Alam, Justice Umar Ata Bandial, […]

C-130 jet-crafts of PAF to search Sadpara, team

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After a four-day prolonged search of three lost mountaineers, the concerned authorities, on Tuesday decided to use C-130 jets of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) to foster search and rescue operation at the height of over 8,000m on K2. Moreover, the land search mission remained unsuccessful in searching […]

National Covid-19 vaccination drive falls prey to delay

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Coronavirus vaccination drive falls prey to delayed executions in terms of immunizing frontline-health workers across the country as only 34 workers have reportedly been vaccinated so far.  As per the shared sources, Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) has only vaccinated four frontline health workers on day […]

Govt pursuing UK to bring Nawaz back, says Shahzad Akbar

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ISLAMABAD – Advisor to Prime Minister on Accountability Shahzad Akbar on Sunday said that incumbent government was pursuing United Kingdom for return of Nawaz Sharif. Ex-Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s period of stay in London has expired, he stated in an interview with a private television channel.  […]

Hopes fade for mountaineers missing on K2

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ISLAMABAD – The Alpine Club of Pakistan (ACP) said Sunday that a second helicopter search found no sign of the missing climbers Ali Sadpara, John Snorri, and JP Mohr on K2.  The helicopter crew and an accompanying photographer traced the route up to a height […]

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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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