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Foreign funding case would be Panama 2, predicts Sh Rashid

KARACHI – Federal Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad said Thursday that the government wanted to make the whole Karachi a ‘Safe City’ by installing CCTV cameras and hoped that the Sindh government would provide funds for it to resolve the issue of security permanently as the provincial […]

India trying to damage Afghan peace process: FO

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Thursday urged the world to act against India as it had endangered the regional and global peace. Speaking at a weekly news briefing here, Foreign Office spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri demanded of the international community, especially the United Nations and Human Rights […]

China to provide 0.5m Covid vaccines free of cost: FM

ISLAMABAD – Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said yesterday that China will provide 0.5 million doses of Covid-19 vaccine to the government of Pakistan free of cost by January 31. Speaking to journalists here after holding telephonic conversation with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, he […]

SC issues notices in NAB appeals in Agha Siraj assets case

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan yesterday issued notices to the respondents in the appeals of National Accountability Bureau (NAB) seeking cancellation of bails to Speaker Sindh Assembly Agha Siraj Khan Durrani and others in a corruption case. A three-member bench of the apex court headed […]

Murad Saeed asks opposition not to become stooges of anti-Pakistan lobbies

ISLAMABAD – Minister for Communications and Postal Services Murad Saeed on Thursday asked the opposition parties not to become stooges of anti-state elements, who were out to defame Pakistan. Such elements did not want Pakistan to flourish and progress under the able leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan […]

Poor law and order situation due to weak criminal system, says Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Imran Khan Thursday said that the country’s criminal justice system needs to be reformed as the present set-up encourages criminals. While addressing the launching ceremony of Letters of Administration and Succession Certificates, PM Imran Khan said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government would soon bring […]

PDM failed to show their power: Sh Rashid

ISLAMABAD   –  Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed Tuesday termed the protest rally of opposition Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) in front of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) as their “flopped political show” and said that the government would welcome the opposition’s protest long march taking it […]

PM directs fast vaccines procurement

ISLAMABAD    –  Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday directed to expedite the process for procuring the two Covid-19 vaccines that have been approved by the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan. He made these remarks during a cabinet committee meeting which was attended by Minister for […]

PM steps up backdoor contacts with PTI’S coalition partners for Senate polls

Islamabad    –  As the timeline of Senate election is nearing, Prime Minister Imran Khan has stepped up backdoor contacts with PTI’s coalition partners to lead the Upper House which at present has Opposition’s majority. According to well informed sources, Prime Minister has recently contacted Speaker Punjab Assembly […]

IHC rejects Zardari’s plea seeking to stop trials in Accountability Court

ISLAMABAD   –  The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday rejected a plea of former president Asif Ali Zardari seeking orders for accountability court to stop trials against him in fake accounts references. The court also clubbed Zardari’s petition challenging the NAB jurisdiction in Park Lane reference with […]

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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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