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Karachi port receives new firefighting vehicles, water bowsers

Under an initiative of the federal government, 50 new fire tenders and two water bowsers have reached Karachi port from China which will need two days to be unloaded from the vessel, on Tuesday. As many as 50 fire tenders and two water tankers have […]

Pakistan and Iran agrees to remove drugs trafficking

Pakistan and Iran have agreed to further strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries including elimination of drugs trafficking. On Tuesday, the understanding was reached during a meeting between Minister for Narcotics Control Ijaz Ahmad Shah and Iranian Narcotics Police Chief Brigadier General Majeed Karimi […]

Shehbaz pleas accountability court to form medical board

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president and opposition leader in National Assembly Shehbaz Sharif on Monday has requested the accountability court to form medical board for him. According to details, Shehbaz Sharif and his son Hamza Shahbaz were produced before the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) court […]

Bilawal remembers Salman Taseer on his 10th anniversary

ISLAMABAD – Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Sunday paid glowing tributes to former Governor Punjab Salman Taseer on his 10th anniversary. In his message issued here, he said Salman Taseer stood like a rock against extremism and laid down his life […]

President criticises killing of coal miners in Balochistan

On Sunday, President Dr Arif Alvi criticised killing of 11 coal miners in Mach, Balochistan province, calling it ‘a dirty and cowardly act’. In his tweet, the president expressed the resolve of the state to bring killers of this wicked act to justice. “The state […]

Rain turns weather cold in Lahore

 Light rain in the provincial capital Lahore and its adjacent areas on Sunday turned the weather cold, Dunya News reported. The rain also brought the level of fog in Lahore considerably down. According to Met Office, rain-thunderstorm (with snowfall over hills) is expected in Islamabad, […]

India trying to destabilise Pakistan: Shah Mehmood

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that India is sponsoring terrorism in Pakistan to destabilise the country. While talking to media in Multan on Sunday, he said Pakistan has exposed the nefarious designs of India by providing undeniable evidence in the form of dossier to the […]

Interior Minister seeks Mach incident report from IG

ISLAMABAD, Jan 03 (APP):Minister for Interior Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed on Sunday while strongly condemning killing of innocent coal miners in Mach (Balochistan), sought report into the tragic incident from Inspector General Balochistan. In a tweet, the Interior Minister said terrorists would not succeed in their […]

Decision about re-opening school to be given tomorrow: Shafqat Mehmood

A meeting of the Inter-Provincial Education Ministers under the chair of Federal Minister for Education Shafqat Mahmood is scheduled tomorrow on Monday via video link. Moreover, the forum will discuss the contemporary situation of the second wave of Covid-19 and consider the decision of reopening of […]

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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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