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Pakistan: Country in South Asia
Pakistan, officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, is a country in South Asia. It is the fifth-most populous country, with a population of over 241.5 million, having the second-largest Muslim population as of 2023. Islamabad is the nation's capital, while Karachi is its largest city and financial centre. Pakistan is the 33rd-largest country by area. Bounded by the Arabian Sea on the south, the Gulf of Oman on the southwest, and the Sir Creek on the southeast, it shares land borders with India to the east; Afghanistan to the west; Iran to the southwest; and China to the northeast. It shares a maritime border with Oman in the Gulf of Oman, and is separated from Tajikistan in the northwest by Afghanistan's narrow Wakhan Corridor.

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U.S Slaps Sanctions On 4 Pakistan Ballistic Missile Entities, Bans American Business Ties [Video]

U.S Slaps Sanctions On 4 Pakistan Ballistic Missile Entities, Bans American Business Ties

The US has imposed sanctions on Pakistan's National Development Complex and three firms linked to its ballistic missile program, freezing their US assets and prohibiting American business ties. The..

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'My Stance is Clear': Priyanka Gandhi's Handbag Sparks Debate | BJP Accuses of Muslim Appeasement [Video]

'My Stance is Clear': Priyanka Gandhi's Handbag Sparks Debate | BJP Accuses of Muslim Appeasement

Priyanka Gandhi's recent appearance carrying a handbag with the word "Palestine" on it has sparked a major controversy. The image, shared by Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed, led to strong reactions..

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New Delhi on Pakistan’s 'Surprising Naval Expansion' with China Amid Islamabad's Economic Crisis [Video]

New Delhi on Pakistan’s 'Surprising Naval Expansion' with China Amid Islamabad's Economic Crisis

India has voiced strong concerns over Pakistan's unexpected naval expansion, especially with China's growing influence in the region. As Pakistan focuses on building its military capabilities,..

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In Pakistan, concerns about worsening air pollution are making EVs an attractive option [Video]

In Pakistan, concerns about worsening air pollution are making EVs an attractive option

Air quality is a concern in cities across Pakistan as smog causes serious health issues for the public.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:51Published
Imran Khan’s Wife Bushra Bibi Takes Center Stage in Pakistan Protests: Dive into Her Political Rise [Video]

Imran Khan’s Wife Bushra Bibi Takes Center Stage in Pakistan Protests: Dive into Her Political Rise

Imran Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, has recently emerged as a prominent figure in Pakistan's ongoing protests, captivating the nation with her bold actions and defiant stance. Known for her spiritual..

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Pakistan Chaos: Nearly 1,000 Arrested in Demand for Imran Khan’s Release Amid Violent Clashes [Video]

Pakistan Chaos: Nearly 1,000 Arrested in Demand for Imran Khan’s Release Amid Violent Clashes

In Pakistan, nearly 1,000 people have been arrested after violent clashes erupted during protests demanding the release of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The protests, which began over the..

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VIDEO| Pakistan Protests: Drone Footage Shows Clashes as Police Fire Tear Gas at Imran's Supporters [Video]

VIDEO| Pakistan Protests: Drone Footage Shows Clashes as Police Fire Tear Gas at Imran's Supporters

Drone footage captures intense clashes between police and supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan during protests in Islamabad. The video shows law enforcement firing tear gas at the crowds as..

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VIDEO | Pakistan PTI Protests Turn Violent: Many Killed in Clashes, Army Ordered to Shoot on Sight [Video]

VIDEO | Pakistan PTI Protests Turn Violent: Many Killed in Clashes, Army Ordered to Shoot on Sight

Pakistan's political crisis deepened as protests by supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party turned violent, leading to clashes across major cities. Demonstrators took to the streets..

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Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Brutal Sectarian Violence: 37 Dead in Less Than 24 Hours of Violence [Video]

Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Brutal Sectarian Violence: 37 Dead in Less Than 24 Hours of Violence

In a surge of sectarian violence in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, at least 37 people have been killed and dozens more wounded in less than 24 hours. The clashes, primarily between Sunni and..

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Dozens killed in south-west Pakistan after suicide bomb attack [Video]

Dozens killed in south-west Pakistan after suicide bomb attack

A suicide bomber blew himself up at a train station in troubled Baluchistan province on Saturday, killing at least 26 people, officials said.

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Shocking Footage: Pakistan Blast Tears Through Railway Station, 25 Dead in Horrific Explosion [Video]

Shocking Footage: Pakistan Blast Tears Through Railway Station, 25 Dead in Horrific Explosion

In a horrifying incident at Pakistan's Quetta railway station, a massive blast tore through the premises as a Peshawar-bound express was preparing to depart. CCTV footage, now circulating widely,..

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Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif Caught Using VPN to Congratulate Donald Trump, Breaking Govt. Law on X [Video]

Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif Caught Using VPN to Congratulate Donald Trump, Breaking Govt. Law on X

In a surprising move, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Donald Trump on his historic victory in the U.S. election. However, his message on X (formerly Twitter) quickly attracted..

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Pakistan: Quetta Railway Station Bombed in Deadly Attack: 20 killed, 30 injured – Who's Behind This? [Video]

Pakistan: Quetta Railway Station Bombed in Deadly Attack: 20 killed, 30 injured – Who's Behind This?

A devastating explosion at Pakistan's Quetta Railway Station has left at least 20 people dead and 30 others injured. The blast occurred just before the Jaffer Express was set to depart for Peshawar,..

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'Trump Is My Dad': Pakistani Woman Claims Trump is Her Father, Celebrates Christmas with Mother [Video]

'Trump Is My Dad': Pakistani Woman Claims Trump is Her Father, Celebrates Christmas with Mother

A viral video features a Pakistani woman claiming to be the daughter of Donald Trump. She also mentions her strained relationship with Melania Trump and how her mother brought her back to Pakistan. The..

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'Stood tall amidst pigmies': Ex-Pakistan minister lauds Priyanka Gandhi for carrying Palestine bag to Parliament

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Iconic 1971 war painting relocated, sparks row

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Brought our concern of attacks on minorities to Bangladesh's attention: Jaishankar in Lok Sabha

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