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Gandapur pays homage to mountaineer Ali Sadpara

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan Affairs Ali Amin Khan Gandapur Friday paid tribute to Pakistani mountaineer Ali Sad Para, after his family officially declared him dead in a press conference in Skardu, the other day. Muhammad Ali Sadpara and two other climbers including Iceland’s […]

PM to inaugurate tree plantation drive in Mianwali, Ghazi Barotha today

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan will inaugurate tree plantation drive in Mianwali and Ghazi Barotha today under his initiative of 10 Billion Tree Tsunami. On the occasion, he will also address the events, a PM Office press release said. Moreover, the prime minister will also […]

By-elections: Polling starts in 2 each national, provincial assemblies

ISLAMABAD: The polling process has started for the by-elections in four constituencies including two vacant seats of the National Assembly and two of the provincial assemblies of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Friday. The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is holding by-elections on four vacant […]

ECP allows Yousaf Raza Gillani to contest Senate polls

Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday has approved nomination papers of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader and joint candidate of Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) for Senate elections, Yousaf Raza Gillani. While announcing the reserved verdict, the returning officer has rejected the objections raised by Pakistan […]

Sindh govt bans use of CNG, LPG in public transport

The Sindh government has banned the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) as fuel in all public service vehicles (PSVs) across the province. The letter from Sindh Transport Department to traffic and motorway police and other concerned agencies states that […]

NAB committed to eradicate corruption

ISLAMABAD   –  A delegation of victims of Lasani Chicken and Chicks and Lasani Oil Traders met Justice (Retd) Javed Iqbal, Chairman National Accountability Bureau at NAB Headquarters on Wednesday. During the meeting, the victims informed Chairman NAB that Anis-ur-Rehman, Chief Executive of Lasani Chicken & Chicks and Lasani Traders […]

Pakistan suffered from market manipulations by hoarders: PM

| Imran Khan addresses Governing Council of International Fund for Agricultural Development | Proposes five-point agenda to end hunger from the world | We will perish or survive together ISLAMABAD   –  Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday described agriculture as “central to human survival”, and proposed a five-point agenda […]

Fawad asks judges not to hear IT related cases

Rawalpindi   –  Federal Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry on Wednesday said that the business of Information Technology industry in Pakistan had been damaged seriously by decisions of courts in 2014. He said while addressing an international media workshop at Fatima Jinnah Women University. He added the erroneous […]

PPP says victory in by-polls a referendum against govt

ISLAMABAD    –  Pakistan People’s Party yesterday said victory of the PPP candidates in Sindh bye-elections was a referendum against federal government. Former president Asif Ali Zardari felicitated Jiyalas (diehard workers) on victory in two bye-elections in Sindh and said that PPP will write history […]

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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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