Explanation

• Pakistan’s National Action Plan (NAP) was approved on 25 December 2014.
• It was developed after the Army Public School (APS) attack in Peshawar on 16 December 2014.
• The plan aimed to strengthen Pakistan’s efforts against terrorism and extremism.
• It contained 20 points covering counter-terrorism and security measures.
• Victims: 140 people, including 132 schoolchildren.

Last verified on 26-08-2026

Explanation

• Uraan Pakistan: Homegrown National Economic Plan is Pakistan’s National Economic Transformation Plan 2024–29.
• It was launched on 31 December 2024 by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
• The plan is based on the “Five Es” framework (Exports, E-Pakistan, Equity & Empowerment, Environment, and Energy & Infrastructure).
• Its major targets include increasing exports to about $60 billion by 2029 and aiming for a $1 trillion economy by 2035.

Last verified on 26-08-2026

Explanation

• Quaid-e-Azam administered the oath of office to Liaquat Ali Khan on 15 August 1947.
• Liaquat Ali Khan became the first Prime Minister of Pakistan.
• He served as Prime Minister from 1947 to 1951.

Additional information:

• Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the first Governor-General of Pakistan.

Last verified on 23-08-2026

Explanation

• CCD: Crime Control Department.
• Province: Punjab.
• Approved by: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif.
• Technology: Artificial intelligence and modern forensic systems.
• Purpose: Improve crime investigation and control.

Last verified on 11-08-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan’s delegation leader: Bilal Azhar Kayani.
• Conference: 14th WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14).
• Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon.
• Organization: World Trade Organization (WTO).

Last verified on 11-08-2026

Explanation

• Gap: 14 years.
• Inaugural flight: 29 January 2026.
• Route: Dhaka–Karachi.
• Airline: Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
• Previous service: Direct flights had last operated in 2012.

Last verified on 11-08-2026

Explanation

• Major Raja Aziz Bhatti was awarded the Nishan-e-Haider for his bravery during the 1965 Indo-Pak War.
• He was martyred on 12 September 1965.
• Battle: Burki sector, Lahore.
• He was the first PMA Long Course officer to receive both the Sword of Honour and Norman Medal.

Additional information:

• The Nishan-e-Haider literally means “Emblem of the Lion.”
• First recipient: Captain Muhammad Sarwar Shaheed — 1948.
• Second: Naik Saif Ali Janjua Shaheed — 1948.
• Third: Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed — 1958.
• Latest recipient: Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed — 1999.

Last verified on 11-08-2026

Explanation

• Auction date: 10 March 2026
• Spectrum sold: 480 MHz
• Jazz: Acquired 190 MHz.
• Ufone: Acquired 180 MHz.
• Zong: Acquired 110 MHz.

Additional information:

• Initial auction proceeds: US$507 million
• Final proceeds after position assignment: US$510 million (Rs142.6 billion) on 12 March 2026.
• PTA: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority conducted the auction.
• Frequency bands sold: 700 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2600 MHz and 3500 MHz.

Last verified on 10-08-2026

Explanation

• SEATO was founded on 8 September 1954.
• Pakistan joined SEATO in the same year 1954 as a member.
• It was a Cold War military alliance led by the United States.
• Pakistan later withdrew its association in the 1970s (after 1972/1973 period changes).
• SEATO was officially dissolved in 1977.

Last verified on 29-04-2026

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