Signed on 2 July 1972 at Simla; the agreement committed both states to peaceful methods and bilateralism post-1971 war. It converted the ceasefire line into the Line of Control in Jammu & Kashmir. Prisoner exchange and disengagement were addressed. The accord frames subsequent diplomatic exchanges.

In 2007; both sides signed the “Agreement on Reducing the Risk from Accidents Relating to Nuclear Weapons.” It complements earlier confidence-building measures like pre-notification of missile tests. The pact outlines communication and notification protocols. Such mechanisms aim to prevent escalation from technical mishaps.

Under parliamentary rules; notice to move a no-confidence resolution must be backed by at least one-fifth of total members. After notice; procedures fix debate windows and voting timelines. Passage requires a majority of the total membership. The threshold separates initiation from adoption.

The Babur (Hatf-VII) cruise missile was first tested in August 2005. Cruise systems fly low; terrain-hugging profiles and can be configured for various ranges. Development paralleled improvements in guidance; propulsion; and platform integration. Subsequent variants expanded capability and launch options.

Skaser (often rendered “Sakesar”) is the Salt Range’s highest point; rising above the Potohar Plateau. The range features Eocene–Miocene sediments and extensive rock salt deposits at Khewra. Its ridges host biodiversity and heritage sites. Hill stations and lakes dot adjoining valleys.

The Sutlej is one of the five eastern tributaries that form the greater Indus basin across Pakistan’s plains. It joins the Chenab downstream to form the Panjnad before meeting the Indus. River systems shape irrigation networks and settlement belts. Provincial agriculture depends on Indus basin canalization.

The Durand Line separates Pakistan from Afghanistan along a rugged; tribal belt. It crosses major passes and river valleys used historically for trade and migration. Border management includes crossing points like Torkham and Chaman. Security fencing and regulated transit have expanded in recent years.

By land area; Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is smaller than Punjab; Sindh; and Balochistan. Balochistan is the largest by area; Punjab is largest by population. KPK’s geography ranges from high mountains to fertile valleys. Administrative divisions include newly merged districts from the former FATA.

The Warsak hydropower complex on the Kabul River includes significant water conveyance tunnels feeding turbines. Its tunnels are central to canalized flow and generation. By contrast; Khojak and Lowari are transport tunnels (rail/road) rather than water conveyance. Warsak’s headworks and tunnels anchor regional irrigation and power.

After the 1998 tests; Washington’s posture evolved from sanctions to structured engagement. By the mid-2000s; US policy acknowledged Pakistan as a de facto nuclear-armed state while emphasizing non-proliferation norms and security of assets. Dialogues covered export controls; safety; and regional stability.

Ahmed Jahanzeb—known for pop; ghazal-influenced vocals; and TV OSTs—belongs to the late-1970s cohort of Pakistani artists. His training under classical mentors shaped range and ornamentation. Recordings and live performances span solo albums and collaborations. He remains active across broadcast and digital platforms.

The Durand Line dates to an 1893 agreement defining spheres between British India and Afghanistan. It spans mountainous terrain from the Wakhan to near Balochistan. After 1947; Pakistan inherited the frontier. In practice it functions as the international boundary for administration and border control.

Muhammad Ali Sadpara; renowned for multiple eight-thousander ascents and a winter Nanga Parbat summit (with partners); was lost on K-2 in 2021. His career symbolized high-altitude skill and endurance from Baltistan. He inspired a generation of Pakistani mountaineers. Memorial climbs and tributes honor his legacy.

Karachi is Pakistan’s largest city by population; followed by Lahore. Multan is a major urban center in south Punjab but not the largest nationally. Demographic rankings come from census counts and urban agglomeration estimates. Urban growth patterns vary by migration and metropolitan expansion.

The Kirthar Range runs north–south along the Sindh–Balochistan boundary; with prominent wildlife and national park areas. It forms a rugged barrier between lower Indus plains and the Balochistan plateau. Geologically; it features limestone and folded strata. River valleys and passes connect settlements to the plains.