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Pakistan desires to strengthen bilateral ties with Egypt: President Alvi

President Dr Arif Alvi on Monday said Pakistan attached great significance to its ties with Egypt and desired to further promote and diversify bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interests. The President said both countries enjoyed close relations which needed to be further strengthened in […]

Funeral prayers of Nawaz, Shehbaz’s mother offered at SMC

The funeral prayers of Begum Shamim Akhtar, the mother of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Shehbaz Sharif has been offered at Sharif Medical City (SMC). As per details, the prayers were led by Maulana Raghim Naeemi. Scores of PML-N […]

Pakistan reports 3,045 new coronavirus cases in one day

Pakistan has reported 45 deaths in the last 24 hours by novel coronavirus as the number of positive cases has surged to 392,356. The nationwide tally of fatalities has jumped to 7,942 on Saturday. According to the latest figures by the National Command and Operation […]

Pakistan reports 3,113 new coronavirus cases in one day

Pakistan has reported 54 deaths in the last 24 hours by novel coronavirus as the number of positive cases has surged to 389,311. The nationwide tally of fatalities has jumped to 7,897 on Friday. According to the latest figures by the National Command and Operation Center […]

Bilawal slams govt after arrest of PDM activists in Multan

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday has said that fascist government of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) continues to arrest Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) activists in Multan. In a post on social-networking website Twitter, Bilawal Bhutto said, “These puppets are scared of jiyalas. […]

COVID-19 positivity ratio reaches 7.20pc across country

The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) has on Friday reported that the COVID-19 positivity ratio across the country has reached 7.20 percent. Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar chaired the NCOC meeting to analyze the coronavirus situation. According to details, positivity rate […]

Students’ health top priority, says Shafqat Mehmood

ISLAMABAD, :Federal Minister for Education Shafqat Mahmood on Tuesday said that said the decision to close down educational institutes was taken due to non-compliance with government-issued coronavirus SOPs. Talking to a private news channel, students’ health was top priority of government and called upon students […]

Pakistan records highest positivity ratio 7.46% on Monday

ISLAMABAD, :National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) on Monday apprised that Pakistan records highest positivity ratio during last 24 hours which is 7.46 percent. The current COVID-19 situation reviewed in the NCOC session held here Monday. The session was attended by the Federal Minister for […]

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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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