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PM predicts forward bloc in assemblies

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ISLAMABAD/CHAKWAL – Prime Minister Imran Khan Saturday predicted that opposition parties would face formation of forward bloc in the parliament and provincial assemblies.  “It is my prediction that soon they will form forward bloc in the assemblies,” the prime minister stated this while talking to […]

Motorway sections blocked as dense fog dwells in Punjab

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The Lahore-Islamabad Motorway M2, Lahore-Sialkot Motorway, Lahore to Samundri Motorway (M3) and Pindi Bhattian-Faisalabad Motorway (M4) have been closed as ‎dense fog dwells in  parts of Punjab including Lahore, at night of Thursday and Friday. In addition, the dense fog has also distorted traffic in Lahore, Kasur, […]

Christian community celebrates Christmas today

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Christian community is celebrating Christmas across Pakistan like elsewhere in the world today. Special services are being held in Churches to celebrate the festival. The Christian community has illuminated homes and churches while special Christmas Bazars have been set up for shopping. Almost all churches […]

JUI-F cancels Maulana Sherani’s party membership

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Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazal (JUI-F) has on Friday sacked four leaders including Maulana Muhammad Khan Sherani, Hafiz Hussain Ahmed, Maulana Gul Naseeb and Maulana Shuja ul Mulk for violating party policy. According to details, the disciplinary committee of JUI-F has cancelled the party membership of all four […]

PTA issues notices to Wikipedia, Google

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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued notices to Google and online encyclopedia Wikipedia for not removing “sacrilegious content” through the platforms and mentioned urgency “to immediately remove the unlawful content” as it was a matter of a “very serious nature”. The PTA had received […]

Bilawal to discuss resignations in CEC meeting

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ISLAMABAD – Chairman Pakistan People’s Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari yesterday summoned a meeting of the Central Executive Committee of the party on December 29 to discuss the opposition’s plan to quit the national and provincial assemblies en-bloc.  The meeting will be held at Bilawal House […]

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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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