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Ijaz Shah for sensitising youth about harmful effects of drugs

ISLAMABAD – Minister for Narcotics Control Brig (Retd) Ijaz Ahmad Shah on Tuesday directed the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) to provide professional training facilities to those drug addicts who were being rehabilitated under a plan. During his visit to Model Addicts Treatment & Rehabilitation Centre (MATRC) in […]

Dr Sania Nishtar inaugurates control room to oversee Ehsaas stipends

ISLAMABAD – Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Social Protection and Poverty Alleviation,  Dr. Sania Nishtar on Tuesday inaugurated the newly established monitoring center of  Waseela-e-Taleem Digital housed in Ehsaas offices.  The digitally equipped control room has been set up to oversee large operations education Conditional Cash […]

ECP asks PTI to submit reply on vote tampering in NA-75 today

ISLAMABAD – The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Tuesday directed Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) to submit its reply in the alleged votr tampering of NA-75 by-elections on Wednesday (today). However, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) demanded the ECP to hold election on all the polling […]

PTI facing tough contest in Senate polls: PPP

ISLAMABAD  – Pakistan People’s Party yesterday alleged that the ruling Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf was disintegrating. Secretary Information PPP Parliamentarians Shazia Atta Marri said that the ruling party was “facing extinction in all four provinces of Pakistan and members of Assemblies are opposing (Prime Minister) Imran Khan’s choices […]

Red carpet rolled out for PM Imran

COLOMBO – Prime Minister Imran Khan arrived here in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo on a two-day official visit on Tuesday. Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapakse received Prime Minister Imran Khan at the Bandaranaike International Airport. The prime minister was given guard of honour by the […]

Pakistan lags behind because rulers stole public money: PM

PESHAWAR/islamabad – Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday reiterated his resolve to uphold transparency in the democratic system stating that his politics was aimed at serving the masses and working for the betterment of coming generations. The prime minister was talking to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa cabinet ministers […]

PTI candidate assures to accept ECP decision in Daska by-polls case

Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Tuesday has conducted hearing on a case pertaining to the by-elections in National Assembly (NA) constituency NA-75 Daska. During the proceedings, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) candidate Ali Asjad Malhi appeared before the panel and assured to accept the decision of the commission. […]

Playgrounds in Pakistan are full of life after years of war

RAWALPINDI – Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate, Major General Babar Iftikhar said Monday that the nation’s journey from terrorism to tourism was a difficult one and required patience but Pakistan Armed Forces and other law enforcement agencies (LEAs) made it possible with the […]

NAB chief directs CIT to complete sugar scam investigations

ISLAMABAD – National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Justice (retired) Javed Iqbal on Monday expressed satisfaction over sugar subsidy scam report and directed the CIT (Combined Investigation Team) to complete the investigations in transparent and impartial manner. While presiding over a meeting to review progress in […]

SC refers larger bench matter to CJP

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan Monday referred the matter for constituting a larger to Chief Justice of Pakistan for hearing the review petitions filed by Justice Qazi Faez Isa and others against the Presidential Reference. A six-member larger bench headed by Justice Umar Ata Bandial announced […]

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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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