Explanation

• The Government of Pakistan cancelled the Pakistan Day military parade scheduled for 23 March 2026 because of the ongoing Gulf oil crisis and resulting austerity measures.
• The decision was announced by the Prime Minister’s Office on 17 March 2026.
• President Asif Ali Zardari approved the cancellation on the Prime Minister’s advice.

Last verified on 09-08-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) was purchased in the privatization auction by the Arif Habib Consortium.
• The consortium won the bid with an offer of Rs. 135 billion for a 75% stake in PIA.
• The auction was held in December 2025 as part of Pakistan’s privatization efforts.
• PIA is Pakistan’s national flag carrier.
• It was established in 1946 as Orient Airways.
• It was renamed PIA in 1955.

Last verified on 09-08-2026

Explanation

• Place: Simla (Shimla)
• Date: 1 October 1906
• Leader: Sir Aga Khan III
• Met: Lord Minto
• The Simla Deputation consisted of 35 members.
• Main Demand: Separate electorates for Muslims

Last verified on 08-08-2026

Explanation

• Adopted: 12 March 1949

• Adopting Body: Constituent Assembly of Pakistan

• Presented By: Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan

• Date of Presentation: 7 March 1949

Additional information:

• Total Members of Assembly: 75

• Members Supporting the Resolution: 21

• Minority Members: 10

• All amendments proposed by minority members were rejected.

• As a result, all 10 minority members voted against the resolution.

Last Updated on 12-01-2026

Explanation

• The Unionist Party was jointly founded by Sir Fazli Husain, Sir Chhotu Ram, and Sir Sikandar Hayat Khan.
• It was founded in 1923 in Punjab, British India.
• The party represented the interests of Muslim, Hindu, and Sikh landlords of Punjab.

Additional information:

• 1937 Punjab Election: Unionist Party won 98 of 175 seats
• Muslim Seats Won: 78 of 89
• Muslim League Seats: 2

Last verified on 06-08-2026