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Fazl terms crackdown on banned TLP protesters state terrorism

ISLAMABAD – The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) chief Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman on Sunday termed government’s crackdown on the defunct Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) protesters as state terrorism. Talking to media persons, Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman announced JUI’s full support for the defunct TLP and said that the government should review […]

Less than 50,000 Pakistanis likely to perform Hajj this year

ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Religious Affair and Interfaith Harmony Sahibzada Noorur Haq Qadri said Sunday that at least 40,000 to 50,000 Pakistanis would be allowed to perform Hajj this year. The minister said that the Hajj 2021 would take place under special circumstances with […]

PML-N’s rhetoric on Shehbaz’s alleged bail verdict misleading

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Accountability and Interior Shahzad Akbar said Sunday that Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N’s) lawyers and leaders kept perpetrating misleading rhetoric for hours without hearing the verdict from the judges on Shehbaz Sharif’s alleged bail. In a statement issued […]

Non-compliance of SOPs can be huge mistake: Asad

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar on Monday said due to non-compliance of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) set to control spread of COVID-19, the situation in the country was getting worse. In his tweet, he said oxygen supply capacity in the […]

Pakistan reports 6,127 coronavirus cases in one day

Pakistan has reported 149 deaths in the last 24 hours by novel coronavirus as the number of positive cases has surged to 756,285. The nationwide tally of fatalities has jumped to 16,243 on Sunday. According to the latest figures by the National Command and Operation […]

Dozens of PTI legislators offer to quit assemblies to support Tareen

LAHORE – Several PTI lawmakers have offered to quit the Assemblies in support of party stalwart Jahangir Tareen, during a meeting held at his Lahore residence on Saturday. A private TV channel reported that more than 30 members of both the National and Provincial Assemblies […]

Opp seeks joint session on UAE-facilitated Pak-India backdoor talks

ISLAMABAD – The opposition in the Senate has demanded of the PTI government to summon the joint sitting of parliament to discuss the on-going UAE-facilitated backdoor talks between India and Pakistan. Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), the major opposition party in the upper house of parliament, […]

PM urges West to treat Islamophobia like holocaust

ISLAMABAD – Two days after banning Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan (TLP), Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday made it clear that the government took action against the TLP under the anti-terrorism law when it challenged the writ of the state and used street violence. “No one can […]

PM to announce development package worth Rs446b for Sindh today

Prime Minister Imran Khan will announce a historic development package worth 446 billion rupees for Sindh province during his day-long visit to Sukkur on Friday. It will prove to be a guarantor for the socio economic development of the backward districts of Sindh province. The […]

PM Khan, President Erdogan discuss Afghan peace, bilateral ties

Pakistan and Turkey have agreed to continue the momentum of high-level exchanges to transform bilateral relations into strategic economic partnership. The consensus to this effect was reached during a telephonic conversation between Prime Minister Imran Khan and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The two leaders […]

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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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