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UK confirms 17 million Astra-Zeneca vaccine doses for Pakistan

ISLAMABAD   –  The United Kingdom’s world-leading support to the global COVID-19 vaccines facility Covax will help millions of Pakistanis protect themselves against coronavirus. So far, the UK has committed £548 million to the global Covax initiative, making the UK the largest single donor. The Covax […]

Govt starts registration for vaccinating citizens over age of 65: Asad Umar

 Head of the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) Asad Umar announced on Monday that the government will start vaccinating citizens over the age of 65 for coronavirus in March for which the registration process has started from today.  “Pleased to announce that registration for getting COVID […]

FC Sepoy embraces martyrdom in Balochistan terrorist attack

Terrorists fire raid on FC  Balochistan Post established for security of N-85 Highway near Hoshab, District Kechlate on last night.  According to the Inter Services Public Relations(ISPR), Sepoy  Asad Mehdi embraced shahadat during the fire exchange. Area has been cordoned off and escape routes have been […]

Probe team to find beneficiaries of vote purchase, financiers

ISLAMABAD   –  A three-member committee probing the video scandal of alleged vote buying in 2018 Senate election Saturday decided to investigate the beneficiaries of the vote purchase as well as the financiers. In its maiden meeting held in the federal capital, the committee also decided to invite […]

78 candidates file nomination papers for Senate race

ISLAMABAD   –  Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Saturday said that at least 78 candidates submitted their nomination papers so far with Returning Officers (ROs) for contesting election on Senate vacant seats to be held on March 3.  According to officials, 15 candidates have filed their nomination papers from […]

ECP to receive nomination papers for Senate election today

The submission of nomination papers for Senate election will start today (Friday). The candidates can also file nomination papers with the returning officer on Saturday. According to details, the names of the nominated candidates will be published on February 14, followed by the scrutiny process from February […]

Pak test-fires Babur Cruise Missile

RAWALPINDI – Pakistan Thursday conducted a successful Training Launch of Babur Cruise Missile IA with a range of 450 kilometers. According to a press release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate, Babar Cruise Missile is capable of engaging targets at land and sea with high […]

PM hopeful of winning majority in Senate for smooth legislation

LAHORE – Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday expressed the confidence that upcoming Senate election would win the government majority in the parliament for smooth legislation. “Insha Allah, we are hopeful…All legislation is stuck up there (in Senate). We faced utmost difficulty during the last two […]

Federal govt employees get 25pc pay raise

ISLAMABAD – A day after hundreds of government employees protested in the federal capital amid tear gas shelling, Prime Minister Imran Khan’s government Thursday announced 25 percent ad-hoc increase in the salaries of the federal government employees from basic pay scale (BPS) 1 to 19. The government […]

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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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