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SBP head meets NAB chief, lauds anti-corruption efforts

ISLAMABAD – Dr. Reza Baqir, Governor State Bank of Pakistan, called on Justice ® Javed Iqbal, Chairman National Accountability Bureau, at the NAB headquarters here on Thursday. During the meeting, Dr Reza Baqir lauded NAB’s efforts for elimination of corruption from the country. Speaking on the occasion, […]

PML-N decides to move SC against early Senate elections

 Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Friday has announced to move court against holding early elections of Senate. In a statement, PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah said that Senate elections schedule before February 11 is unconstitutional. We hope that Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) won’t take any illegal step […]

PM Khan to meet Afghan Taliban delegation

 Prime Minister Imran Khan will meet the delegation of the Doha-based Afghan Taliban. Accoding to sources, this meeting will be attended by Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi and other top officials while the matters pertaining to the restoration of peace in Afghanistan will be discussed including Pakistan’s role […]

SBP Governor lauds NAB’s corruption elimination efforts

ISLAMABAD, : Governor State Bank of Pakistan Dr Reza Baqir on Thursday met with NAB Chairman Justice (Retd) Javed Iqbal and lauded corruption elimination efforts of National Accountability Bureau (NAB). According to NAB spokesman, Justice (Retd) Javed said elimination of corruption and recovery of looted […]

Lance Naik Mehfooz Shaheed being remembered on martyrdom anniversary

The 49th martyrdom anniversary of Lance Naik Muhammad Mehfooz Shaheed (Nishan-e-Haider), gallant son of 15 Punjab Regiment, is being observed today (Thursday). Muhammad Mehfooz was born on October 25, 1944, in village Malkan of District Rawalpindi. He received his early education from his village. In 1962, he joined the […]

LHC directs NAB to complete inquiry against Chaudhry brothers’

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB)  on Thursday submitted details regarding assets of Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) President Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain and Punjab Assembly Speaker Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi in the Lahore High Court (LHC). The LHC conducted hearing on Chaudhry brothers’ petition challenging the NAB chairman’s authority as […]

Dense fog hinders train schedules across country

Schedules for train greatly hindered by the dense fog engulfing various cities all across Pakistan.  According to the Railway sources, trains from Karachi and Quetta were delayed by one to six hours due to unfavorable weather conditions. Moreover inquiries identify that Millat Express, which was […]

PTCL CEO Rashid Khan passes away in Islamabad

The chief executive officer and president of Ufone and PTCL, Rashid Khan passes away this today in the morning. According to the details, a Ufone spokesperson confirmed Khan had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Islamabad for a few days. He had been the […]

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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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