January 2026 Current Affairs MCQs for PPSC & FPSC

Correct Answer: Indonesia

Indonesia officially relocated its capital to Nusantara to mitigate the severe sinking issues facing Jakarta.

Correct Answer: Kingdom of Denmark

Geopolitically, the massive island of Greenland operates as an autonomous constituent country within the Kingdom of Denmark.

Correct Answer: China

China successfully tested the first commercial nuclear fusion prototype, making a massive leap in clean energy.

Correct Answer: NASA

NASA launched the Artemis V mission, continuing its ambitious program to establish a sustainable human presence on the Moon.

Correct Answer: Proxima Centauri

Astronomers discovered an Earth-like exoplanet situated in the habitable zone around the star Proxima Centauri.

Correct Answer: 2025

The WMO officially designated 2025 as one of the three hottest years ever recorded on Earth.

Correct Answer: Sudan

Multiple ballistic missile test firings were reported off the eastern coast as documented in the January 2026 security briefings.

Correct Answer: Venus

Russia announced plans to resurrect its planetary exploration program by sending the Venera-D mission to Venus.

Correct Answer: Sunita Williams

Veteran astronaut Sunita Williams officially retired from NASA, concluding an outstanding 27-year career in space exploration.

Correct Answer: China

China announced the development of the world's first advanced deep-sea radar system capable of detecting high-altitude aircraft.

Correct Answer: India

Health authorities reported a concerning outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in parts of India during January 2026.

Correct Answer: Russia

A rare optical atmospheric phenomenon known as a 'sun dog' or phantom sun was visibly recorded in Russia.

Correct Answer: Japan

Japan made the controversial decision to restart operations at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant, the world's largest nuclear power facility.

Correct Answer: Nuclear reactor

NASA unveiled concrete technical plans to construct and activate a sustainable nuclear fission reactor on the Moon by 2030.

Correct Answer: Moon

NASA's highly publicized Artemis program explicitly aims to return human astronauts to the surface of the Moon.

Correct Answer: Indonesia

Indonesia pioneered internet censorship against X's Grok AI model specifically due to risks of illicit generated imagery.

Correct Answer: Germany

Germany announced sweeping legislative measures designed to criminalize and combat harmful AI-generated image manipulation.

Correct Answer: 3,4 January 2026

The first stunning supermoon astronomical event of 2026 was highly visible across Pakistan during January 3rd and 4th.

Correct Answer: Michaela benthaus

Michaela Benthaus broke incredible barriers by becoming the first disabled astronaut to actively use a wheelchair in a space environment.

Correct Answer: Mars orbiter

NASA's MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution) mission is specifically classified as a Mars atmospheric orbiter.

Correct Answer: Ethiopia and Egypt

The UN brokered a temporary climate peace agreement regarding the Nile River water rights between Ethiopia and Egypt.

Correct Answer: South Africa and Israel

A major diplomatic rift led to the mutual expulsion of envoys between South Africa and Israel regarding the Gaza situation.

Correct Answer: Turkey

Saudi Arabia collaborated with Turkey to draft a comprehensive trilateral defense and security agreement.

Correct Answer: 19-23 January

PM Shehbaz Sharif actively participated in the World Economic Forum held from January 19 to 23.

Correct Answer: Iran

The Iranian Foreign Minister publicly thanked Pakistan for its strong diplomatic support at the UN Human Rights Council.

Correct Answer: Beijing

The pivotal seventh strategic dialogue between Pakistani and Chinese Foreign Ministers was hosted in Beijing.

Correct Answer: 14 January 2026

The United States formally initiated the second strategic phase of its framework to resolve the Gaza conflict on January 14.

Correct Answer: Noor Ahmad Noor

Noor Ahmad Noor was designated as the Taliban government's highest-ranking diplomatic representative stationed in India.

Correct Answer: Israel and Germany

Israel and Germany reinforced their strategic alliance by signing a new pact focused on cyber defense and counter-terrorism.

Correct Answer: 66

The US administration mandated a mass withdrawal from 66 different international organizations and UN entities.

Correct Answer: Somaliland

Israeli Foreign Minister Gleon Saar conducted a notable diplomatic trip to the unrecognized region of Somaliland.

Correct Answer: Union Solidarity and Development Party

The military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party claimed victory in the initial phase of Myanmar's controversial junta-run elections.

Correct Answer: London

The Embassy of Palestine was officially inaugurated in London, marking a significant diplomatic milestone.

Correct Answer: Sudan

According to the provided document, this diplomatic trip to China for a four-day visit was recorded under this context.

Correct Answer: New York

Zohran Mamdani took the oath of office to become the newly elected mayor of New York City.

Correct Answer: IRGC

The European Union officially designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.

Correct Answer: Delcy Rodriguez

Delcy Rodriguez assumed the presidency of Venezuela following major political shifts in early 2026.

Correct Answer: Ajit power

Ajit Pawar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, tragically lost his life in a fatal airplane crash.

Correct Answer: UAE

President Asif Ali Zardari conducted an official state visit to the United Arab Emirates in January 2026.

Correct Answer: Rifaat Alasad

Rifaat al-Assad, a prominent and highly controversial Syrian political and military leader, died in January 2026.

Correct Answer: B.

The 16th EU-India summit was scheduled to take place in New Delhi during late January 2026 to discuss bilateral trade.

Correct Answer: Somalia

Pakistan and Somalia reached a mutual diplomatic agreement to formally abolish visa requirements for their diplomatic passport holders.

Correct Answer: Japanese Prime

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dissolved the national parliament to pave the way for sudden snap elections in February.

Correct Answer: California State

In defiance of federal withdrawal, California State announced its independent intention to join the WHO's global outbreak response network.

Correct Answer: 1 February 2026

Abu Dhabi was selected as the neutral ground to host the next critical round of peace talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the US on February 1.

Correct Answer: New Zealand

New Zealand formally announced that its next major nationwide general elections would take place on November 7, 2026.

Correct Answer: Iran

The Foreign Minister of Iran officially expressed gratitude towards Pakistan for its steadfast backing at the UN Human Rights Council.

Correct Answer: USA

Pakistan and the United States agreed to launch coordinated joint actions to dismantle fraudulent international visa networks.

Correct Answer: USA

The United States stepped in to act as the primary mediator to establish a ceasefire between the Shaami government and SDF forces.

Correct Answer: Building of rafa and gaza outside Palestine

The controversial Trump development plan proposed the reconstruction and building of Gaza-like zones outside of traditional Palestinian territories.

Correct Answer: Jarred khusnar, trump sons in law

Jared Kushner presented the foundational skeleton of the geopolitical 'masterpiece plan' during the WEF meeting in Davos.

Correct Answer: 23 January 2026

High-level trilateral diplomatic talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the USA secretly convened in the UAE on January 23.

Correct Answer: American president

The state of Israel controversially announced a special peace prize dedicated to the current American President.

Correct Answer: 22 January 2026

The initial foundational charter establishing the Board of Peace was signed by Donald Trump on January 22, 2026.

Correct Answer: 15 Janaury 2026

Following early negotiations, the 'Board of Peace' organization was officially declared and established on January 15, 2026.

Correct Answer: Marco rubio

During his visit to Switzerland, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held an exclusive high-level meeting with U.S. official Marco Rubio.

Correct Answer: Shabaz shreef

PM Shehbaz Sharif formally signed the Charter of the Board of Peace while attending the WEF sidelines in Davos.

Correct Answer: 8

A coalition of exactly 8 Muslim-majority nations announced their preliminary agreements to join the proposed Trump peace framework.

Correct Answer: America

The high-stakes strategic G7 ministerial gathering was hosted by the United States of America.

Correct Answer: America

America sent shockwaves globally by abruptly announcing its intent to withdraw from 66 different international and UN organizations.

Correct Answer: Russian president

The Russian President described the evolving bilateral diplomatic and trade relations with Pakistan as 'mutually beneficial'.

Correct Answer: USA

The USA enacted a strict immigration policy by suddenly suspending visa processing for citizens of Pakistan and 74 other nations.

Correct Answer: Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader

Venezuelan opposition leader Machado presented a symbolic Nobel-style medal to President Trump in January 2026.

Correct Answer: Jeddah

The 22nd extraordinary session of the OIC Foreign Ministers was urgently convened in the city of Jeddah.

Correct Answer: United nations top court

The International Court of Justice (UN's top court) opened historic hearings accusing Myanmar of Rohingya genocide.

Correct Answer: EU Summit

The inaugural Jordan-EU summit was held, solidifying critical trade and political alliances between the nation and Europe.

Correct Answer: Qatar

High-level bilateral strategic and energy dialogues between Japan and Qatar were hosted in Qatar.

Correct Answer: Somalia

Somalia severed ties and canceled all diplomatic agreements with the UAE citing severe violations of national sovereignty.

Correct Answer: D-8

Pakistan took over the leadership mantle by assuming the secretary generalship of the D-8 organization of economic cooperation.

Correct Answer: Spain

Princess Leonor of Spain is poised to make history by becoming the nation's first ruling Queen in 150 years.

Correct Answer: Greenland

The Trump administration sparked massive geopolitical controversy by floating strategic plans to potentially occupy or purchase Greenland.

Correct Answer: Somalia

For the rotating monthly term in January 2026, Somalia assumed the presidency of the United Nations Security Council.

Correct Answer: UN secratary general

The UN Secretary General openly condemned and declared the covert American operations against Venezuela's leadership as illegal under international law.

Correct Answer: Terrorism

During the high-level diplomatic visit to China, the Pakistani Foreign Minister heavily focused discussions on regional terrorism and security.

Correct Answer: Marco Rubio

Marco Rubio was appointed and served as the chief diplomat and Secretary of State (Foreign Minister) for the United States.

Correct Answer: Due to Drug smuggling and immigration issues

The official US narrative justified the aggressive military actions against the Venezuelan leadership by citing severe drug smuggling and regional immigration crises.

Correct Answer: Nicholas Maduro

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was the high-profile target reportedly captured by special American forces during the raids.

Correct Answer: 3 January 2026

The high-stakes military operation resulting in the capture of President Maduro occurred precisely on January 3, 2026.

Correct Answer: Iraq

Crippling runaway inflation led to massive, widespread civilian protests erupting across major cities in Iraq.

Correct Answer: 34 years

Rising political star Zohran Mamdani took office as the Mayor of New York City at the exceptionally young age of 34.

Correct Answer: Armenia

In a historic geopolitical shift, Pakistan formally established official diplomatic relations with the state of Armenia.

Correct Answer: French Alps, France

The French Alps region in France was officially chosen by the IOC to host the 2030 Winter Olympic Games.

Correct Answer: Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz clinched the 2026 Australian Open men's single title, adding another major achievement to his career.

Correct Answer: Elena Rybakina

Elena Rybakina secured victory in the women's singles final at the 2026 Australian Open.

Correct Answer: Poland

Poland emerged victorious against Switzerland to secure the championship title in the United Cup Final.

Correct Answer: Australia

Australia thoroughly dominated the Ashes series, securing a decisive 4-1 series victory over the English cricket team.

Correct Answer: 55 matches

The International Cricket Council scheduled a total of 55 matches for the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup tournament.

Correct Answer: Sonam yeshey

Sonam Yeshey made historic cricketing records by becoming the first bowler ever to claim 8 wickets in a single T20I match.

Correct Answer: Brigadier retired Muhammad ifikhar mansoor

Brigadier (Retd.) Muhammad Iftikhar Mansoor holds the position of President of the national Basketball Association.

Correct Answer: Aisamul haq qureshi

Renowned tennis star Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi took over the presidency of the Pakistan Tennis Federation.

Correct Answer: Syed mohsin Gillani

Syed Mohsin Gillani was elected to serve as the current President of the Pakistan Football Federation.

Correct Answer: Tariq Hussain bugti

Tariq Hussain Bugti was officially appointed as the President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation.

Correct Answer: Australia

Pakistan achieved a historic series victory by defeating Australia, marking their first such win against them in 7 years.

Correct Answer: Novok dijokovk

Novak Djokovic achieved a monumental milestone in tennis by recording his 400th Grand Slam match victory.

Correct Answer: Shiek joan bin hammad

Sheikh Joan bin Hamad was newly appointed to lead the prestigious Olympic Council of Asia as its President.

Correct Answer: Scotland

The ICC announced that the Scottish national team would officially replace Bangladesh in the upcoming T20 World Cup fixtures.

Correct Answer: FIFA

The President of FIFA announced a highly anticipated official visit to Pakistan to inspect and promote football infrastructure.

Correct Answer: Shoaib Malik

Veteran all-rounder Shoaib Malik formally announced his retirement from participating in future Pakistan Super League tournaments.

Correct Answer: Pakistan

The International Cricket Council strictly rejected Pakistan's formal plea to relocate its designated tournament matches outside of India.

Correct Answer: March 26,2026

The PCB confirmed that the highly anticipated 11th season of the PSL will commence on March 26, 2026.

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

The Bangladesh cricket board explicitly reiterated to the ICC their refusal to send their team to India for the World Cup.

Correct Answer: Hamza majeed

Business tycoon Hamza Majeed successfully acquired ownership of the newly introduced Sialkot franchise in the PSL.

Correct Answer: Fawad Sarwar

Fawad Sarwar emerged as the highest bidder to take ownership of the PSL's 7th expansion team representing Hyderabad.

Correct Answer: 1.75

The FKS group successfully secured the rights to the Hyderabad franchise with a massive winning bid of Rs 1.75 billion.

Correct Answer: 1.85

OZ Developers claimed ownership of the new Sialkot cricket franchise after placing a record-breaking bid of Rs 1.85 billion.

Correct Answer: USA, Mexico and canada

The monumental 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted across North America by the USA, Mexico, and Canada.

Correct Answer: France

Famous defender Samuel Umtiti, who recently announced his retirement, represented the French national football team.

Correct Answer: Islamabad Capital Territory

The Federal Cabinet officially suspended the scheduled local government elections within the Islamabad Capital Territory.

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

The Chief Marshal of Bangladesh conducted an official diplomatic and military visit to Pakistan early in January.

Correct Answer: 94th

In the 2026 Global Passport Power Index, Pakistan was officially ranked at the 94th position.

Correct Answer: Balochistan

The Foreign Office addressed escalating security concerns regarding organized asymmetric warfare tactics in Balochistan.

Correct Answer: The National Tariff Commission

The National Tariff Commission bill was one of the seven legislative acts formally signed into law by President Zardari.

Correct Answer: Tirah Valley

Intense security operations and militant threats forced an estimated 70,000 civilians to evacuate the Tirah Valley.

Correct Answer: 87

Security reports tabulated a total of 87 separate militant attacks across Pakistan during the month of January.

Correct Answer: Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore

Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore currently holds the office of Prime Minister for Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

Correct Answer: Balochistan

The Balochistan government undertook a major security reform by merging the Levies into the police and ending 'B' areas.

Correct Answer: Nadia Jahangir Seth

Nadia Jahangir Seth took charge as the Chief Executive Officer for SMEDA under federal appointment.

Correct Answer: Ambreen Jaan

Ambreen Jaan was officially named and assigned the role of Chairperson for PEMRA.

Correct Answer: Muslim

Maulana Tahir Ashrafi was appointed to coordinate religious harmony efforts specifically within the Middle East and Muslim nations.

Correct Answer: Rajeh Albughami

Rajeh Albughami was appointed as the new Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, strengthening bilateral relations.

Correct Answer: UN, China

Both the United Nations and China issued warnings regarding the potential spillover of regional terrorism into Pakistani territory.

Correct Answer: Operation Hereof2.0

The militant group BLA designated their unprecedented series of violent attacks under the code name 'Operation Hereof2.0'.

Correct Answer: 31 January 2026

AJK President Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry sadly passed away in Islamabad on January 31, 2026.

Correct Answer: 31 January 2026

The BLA launched a coordinated series of violent attacks across various locations in Balochistan on January 31.

Correct Answer: BLA

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for the widespread violent attacks across the province.

Correct Answer: 19th

Maryam Nawaz Sharif made history by being sworn in as the 19th Chief Minister of Punjab.

Correct Answer: 17

A massive and destructive fire erupted at the prominent Gul Plaza shopping centre in Karachi on January 17, 2026.

Correct Answer: Hammad

King Hamad of Bahrain awarded President Asif Ali Zardari the Kingdom's highest civilian honor for strengthening bilateral ties.

Correct Answer: Both A and B

Both Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatta faced legal sentencing including imprisonment and severe fines following recent judicial rulings.

Correct Answer: 16th

The currently sitting legislative body in Islamabad is officially designated as the 16th National Assembly of Pakistan.

Correct Answer: Kips ceo,

The CEO of the KIPS educational network was shockingly abducted, raising major security concerns among national stakeholders.

Correct Answer: Gull plaza

Emergency services struggled to contain a massive, destructive fire that broke out in Karachi's well-known Gul Plaza.

Correct Answer: H.E. Chandra Warsenanto Sukotjo,

H.E. Chandra Warsenanto Sukotjo serves as the acting diplomatic Ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan.

Correct Answer: President Asif Ali Zardari

President Asif Ali Zardari was bestowed with Bahrain's highest civil honor during state diplomacy visits.

Correct Answer: Mahnaz faheem

Mahnaz Faheem broke the glass ceiling in AJK by becoming the first female civil servant elevated to the Chief Economist post.

Correct Answer: Mehmood khan achakzai

Veteran politician Mehmood Khan Achakzai serves as the chief leading the TTAP movement.

Correct Answer: Mehmood khan achakzai

Mehmood Khan Achakzai was formally elected and instated as the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly.

Correct Answer: Awaami raaj party

Journalist Iqrar-ul-Hassan publicly revealed the name of his newly founded political faction as the 'Awaami Raaj Party'.

Correct Answer: Morocco

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif made a strategic diplomatic and military visit to Morocco in mid-January.

Correct Answer: 92

In the preceding year of 2025, Pakistan held the 92nd rank in the Global Passport Power Index.

Correct Answer: Pakistan Rights Movement ( PRM)*

Senator Mushtaq Ahmad officially inaugurated his new political entity, the Pakistan Rights Movement (PRM), in Islamabad.

Correct Answer: Major Gen Julian muazzam

Major General Julian Muazzam made Pakistan military history by becoming the first Christian SSG officer to attain a two-star rank.

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

The Chief Marshal representing the armed forces of Bangladesh arrived in Pakistan for bilateral military engagements.

Correct Answer: Captain samad

Captain Samad of the Pakistan military was tragically martyred while leading a civilian rescue and snow clearance operation.

Correct Answer: Public safety center

As part of community policing reforms, the Punjab government announced plans to rename traditional police stations to 'Public Safety Centers'.

Correct Answer: Farooq sattar

Political leader Farooq Sattar spearheaded the grassroots 'Karachi Bachao' (Save Karachi) movement regarding urban issues.

Correct Answer: Wagha Arena

CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif officially inaugurated the massive new public stadium and event space named 'Wagha Arena'.

Correct Answer: Javed akhtar odho

Javed Akhtar Odho currently serves in the highly important role of Inspector General (IG) of the Sindh Police force.

Correct Answer: Allama tahir ashrafi

Allama Tahir Ashrafi was designated by the Prime Minister to act as the chief diplomatic coordinator for Islamic and Gulf nations.

Correct Answer: 5.8%

Pakistan recorded a year-to-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate of 5.8% for January 2026.

Correct Answer: World Liberty Financial

A Pakistani firm established a strategic partnership with the Trump-affiliated crypto platform World Liberty Financial.

Correct Answer: CPEC

Pakistan strongly reaffirmed its developmental commitments to the second structural phase of the CPEC initiative.

Correct Answer: Islamabad

Islamabad successfully hosted the bilateral Pakistan-China Agriculture Investment Conference aimed at boosting the sector.

Correct Answer: $ 603.4 million

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) finalized a massive financial support agreement worth $603.4 million with Pakistan.

Correct Answer: 22 January

The National Assembly passed the updated and highly debated Income Tax Bill on January 22, 2026.

Correct Answer: Pro- Climate Initiatives

Federal directives mandated that all ministry budget proposals for the upcoming fiscal year prioritize pro-climate initiatives.

Correct Answer: $ 1.19 Trillion

China recorded an unprecedented global economic milestone by posting a $1.19 trillion trade surplus.

Correct Answer: Japan

Japan provided an $18.62 million financial grant to Pakistan specifically targeting the improvement of child health infrastructure.

Correct Answer: Ruhail Mahmood

Ruhail Mahmood was elected to serve as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

Correct Answer: China

China set a new global macroeconomic record by reporting the largest trade surplus in modern economic history.

Correct Answer: Venezuelan Oil

An executive order was signed to explicitly protect financial assets in the US tied to Venezuelan oil sales.

Correct Answer: Chinese Carmaker BYD

The Chinese automaker BYD officially surpassed Tesla in global sales to become the largest electric vehicle manufacturer.

Correct Answer: World bank

The head of the World Bank conducted an official visit to Pakistan to discuss ongoing economic development programs.

Correct Answer: $378.9 million

The IBRD approved a significant $378.9 million loan aimed at upgrading and expanding Pakistan's national power transmission grid.

Correct Answer: World bank

The World Bank formalized the approval of a $378.9 million infrastructural loan for Pakistan's energy sector.

Correct Answer: 11%

Pakistan's current macroeconomic indicators reflected a struggling tax-to-GDP ratio standing at approximately 11%.

Correct Answer: Khawja mehboob ulrehman

Khawaja Mehboob ur Rehman serves as the current President of the Pakistan Business Forum.

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

Bangladesh resumed direct commercial flight operations to Pakistan after a hiatus of 14 years.

Correct Answer: UAE

The UAE withdrew from a major Pakistani airport investment deal following sudden regional diplomatic shifts.

Correct Answer: 1.6 trillion or 1256 billion

Recent economic disclosures indicated Pakistan accumulated domestic and foreign loans totaling nearly 1.6 trillion in the last 6 months.

Correct Answer: $100 million

The Raqami Islamic Digital Bank announced its launch in Pakistan backed by an initial foreign direct investment of $100 million.

Correct Answer: maritime

Pakistan's maritime sector exhibited significant economic growth, posting an unprecedented record profit of Rs 100 billion in the previous fiscal year.

Correct Answer: Indonesia

Indonesia and the Gulf Cooperation Council accelerated negotiations to finalize a comprehensive free trade agreement by the end of 2026.

Correct Answer: Libya

Libya secured long-term energy infrastructure stability by signing a major 25-year oil development contract with Total Energies and ConocoPhillips.

Correct Answer: Canada

President Trump threatened Canada with severe 100 percent tariffs if Prime Minister Mark Carney pursued a new trade pact with China.

Correct Answer: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia was announced as the official host for the WEF Global Collaboration and Growth Meeting in Jeddah.

Correct Answer: European Commission

The European Commission released a substantial 126 million euro humanitarian aid package dedicated specifically to Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan.

Correct Answer: $2.5 trillion

An Oxfam financial report revealed that the collective wealth of the world's billionaires surged by $2.5 trillion in 2025 alone.

Correct Answer: Agricultural Investment

A high-profile Agricultural Investment Conference aimed at boosting local farming sectors was held in Islamabad on January 20.

Correct Answer: A Spirit of Dialogue'

The designated thematic framework for the World Economic Forum 2026 gathering was established as 'A Spirit of Dialogue'.

Correct Answer: Ukraine

The European Union mobilized and dispatched 450 emergency power generators to Ukraine to combat severe winter energy shortages.

Correct Answer: 56th

The global elite gathered in Davos for the 56th annual iteration of the World Economic Forum in January 2026.

Correct Answer: Riaz based development bank

Pakistan secured crucial financial backing for the M-6 motorway project from a major Riyadh-based development bank.

Correct Answer: 56th

The year 2026 marks the 56th edition of the annual World Economic Forum summits held in Davos.

Correct Answer: Trade

The EU and South America's Mercosur bloc finally signed a massive free trade agreement after 25 years of tense negotiations.

Correct Answer: Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu

Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu was officially appointed to take the helm as Chairman of the SECP.

Correct Answer: Riaz

Riyadh hosted the 2026 Future Minerals Forum, focusing on global resource extraction and supply chains.

Correct Answer: ECO

Pakistan proudly assumed the prestigious Presidency role for the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) for the 26-27 term.

Correct Answer: Donald Trump

President Donald Trump controversially stated that Venezuela would surrender 50 million barrels of oil to the USA as part of debt or sanctions relief.

Correct Answer: UAE

To prevent a balance of payments crisis, Pakistan formally requested the UAE to roll over an existing $3 billion sovereign loan.

Correct Answer: Cryptocurrency

In a major economic shift, the government of Turkmenistan officially granted legal operational recognition to Cryptocurrency assets.

Correct Answer: Bulgaria

Bulgaria successfully met economic targets and officially became the 21st nation to formally adopt the Euro currency.

Correct Answer: Climate Change and Economic Crisis

The HRW World Report 2026 explicitly emphasized Pakistan's dual vulnerability to climate change and ongoing economic crises.

Correct Answer: Nur Khan

The late Dr. Faiqa Qureshi was known as the daughter of the highly respected former Air Marshal Nur Khan.

Correct Answer: Australia

Australia implemented stricter visa integrity regulations, categorizing students from several South Asian nations as high risk.

Correct Answer: One Battle After Another

The acclaimed film 'One Battle After Another' secured the prestigious title of Best Comedy Film at the Golden Globes.

Correct Answer: Owen Cooper

Owen Cooper made television history by becoming the inaugural recipient of this specific Golden Globe acting award.

Correct Answer: Congo

A tragic mining collapse at the Rubaya coltan mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo resulted in over 200 fatalities.

Correct Answer: Finland

Finland retained its position as the world's happiest country for the eighth consecutive year in the World Happiness Report.

Correct Answer: BBC

Mark Tully, a highly respected and veteran journalist who covered South Asia extensively, worked for the BBC.

Correct Answer: The power of youth in co-creating education

The global theme adopted by the UN for the 2026 International Day of Education was 'The power of youth in co-creating education'.

Correct Answer: 24 January

The International Day of Education is universally observed every year on January 24 to promote learning for peace and development.

Correct Answer: Denmark

Denmark officially phased out and completely discontinued its traditional, state-run daily physical postal delivery service.

Correct Answer: Singapore

Singapore reclaimed the number one spot globally, boasting the most powerful passport in the 2026 index.

Correct Answer: 130th

Pakistan continued to score poorly on global judicial metrics, ranking 130th out of 143 countries in the Rule of Law Index.

Correct Answer: 98th

In the closely monitored 2026 Henley Passport Index, Pakistan's travel document ranked near the bottom at 98th.

Correct Answer: Jennifer

Prominent American singer Jennifer made global headlines by publicly converting to Islam and reciting the Quran.

Correct Answer: Afghanistan

Afghanistan's passport remained the absolute weakest globally, ranking dead last at position 102.

Correct Answer: UAE

The UAE surged in mobility rankings to seize the number one spot as the most powerful passport.

Correct Answer: Both B and C

Sumbul Siddiqui and an MIT-trained engineer from Burewala were both elected to top civic leadership roles in Cambridge, MA.

Correct Answer: 4rth January

World Braille Day is observed internationally every year on January 4th to raise awareness of the importance of Braille.

Correct Answer: Hanukkah

The tragic terror attack at Bondi Beach occurred while crowds were gathered locally to celebrate the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.

Correct Answer: Amsterdam

A massive fire tragically broke out and consumed a historic church building in Amsterdam during the New Year's Eve festivities.

Correct Answer: 128

Press freedom organizations bleakly reported that exactly 128 journalists were killed globally in the line of duty during 2025.

Correct Answer: Australia

Australia announced a massive $3.9 billion initial investment to construct a dedicated facility for AUKUS nuclear submarines.

Correct Answer: United States

The United States deployed 100 military advisors to northern Nigeria to assist local forces in combating rising extremist threats.

Correct Answer: Amir hatami

Amir Hatami serves as the current commander and Army Chief of the Iranian armed forces.

Correct Answer: UAE

The United Arab Emirates officially banned the United States from utilizing its sovereign airspace for military operations against Iran.

Correct Answer: Iraq

The Iraqi government officially announced the final withdrawal of all remaining US-led coalition forces from its sovereign territory.

Correct Answer: armada

U.S. defense officials confirmed that a significant naval armada was actively deployed and heading towards the Persian Gulf.

Correct Answer: South Africa

South Africa launched an internal inquiry concerning controversial joint naval drills involving Iran against presidential directives.

Correct Answer: Saudi

The massive, multi-nation joint military exercise known as 'Gulf Shield' was hosted by Saudi Arabia.

Correct Answer: $5.6 billion

Pakistan significantly advanced its defense export sector by nearing the finalization of a $5.6 billion military deal with Sudan.

Correct Answer: Japan and Philippines

In response to regional security concerns regarding China, Japan and the Philippines formalized new bilateral defense pacts.

Correct Answer: British Government

The British Government committed to engineering and supplying a new long-range deep-strike missile specifically for Ukrainian forces.

Correct Answer: Omani

To bolster regional maritime security, the naval fleets of Oman and Pakistan successfully executed a joint passage exercise.

Correct Answer: 9 January 2026

The critical 'Inspired Gambit 2026' counter-terrorism military exercises between the US and Pakistan commenced on January 9.

Correct Answer: USA

Israel announced a massive long-term shift in strategic policy aiming to end its reliance on USA military aid.

Correct Answer: Oreshnik

Russia escalated tensions by firing the highly advanced 'Oreshnik' hypersonic missile perilously close to Ukraine's EU border.

Correct Answer: Atlantic

US naval forces intercepted and seized a large Russian oil tanker operating within the Atlantic Ocean for sanctions violations.

Correct Answer: J-17 fighter jets talks

High-level military talks between Bangladesh and Pakistan focused primarily on the potential sale and transfer of JF-17 fighter jets.

Correct Answer: 600 km

The newly developed and tested Taimur air-launched cruise missile possesses an operational strike range of 600 kilometers.

Correct Answer: China

China announced the successful development of the highly advanced YJ-20 anti-tank hypersonic missile system.

Correct Answer: Operation absolute resolve

The aggressive US military operational strategy aimed at the Venezuelan leadership was internally dubbed 'Operation Absolute Resolve'.

Correct Answer: Delta

Reports indicated that elite American Delta Force operatives were involved in the incursions targeting Caracas, Venezuela.

Correct Answer: Taimoor cruise

The Pakistan Air Force announced the flawless and successful operational flight test of its new Taimoor cruise missile.

Correct Answer: Caracas

During the sudden escalation, American forces targeted key infrastructure by initiating bombardments directly on the capital city of Caracas.

Correct Answer: Global Environment Facility (GEF)

Pakistan received a $3 million grant from the Global Environment Facility to protect its coastal marine biodiversity and promote sustainable fishing.

Correct Answer: 26 January

The United Nations officially designated January 26 to be observed annually as International Clean Energy Day.

Correct Answer: Severe water shortage

The UN frequently uses the term 'Day Zero' to describe a critical crisis scenario of severe municipal water shortage.

Correct Answer: U.S.

The United States controversially withdrew entirely from the international Paris Agreement on climate change under its new administration.

Correct Answer: Chile

Chile was forced to declare a state of national emergency as devastating southern wildfires claimed at least 15 lives.

Correct Answer: Balochistan

The UNHCR transferred control of 48 advanced solar-powered public facilities to the provincial government of Balochistan.

Correct Answer: Argentina

Massive uncontained wildfires ripped through Argentina, destroying approximately 12,000 hectares of precious forest land.

Correct Answer: 15th

According to the 2026 CRI, Pakistan's extreme vulnerability to weather anomalies placed it at the 15th highest risk globally.

Correct Answer: Rangeland and pastoralists

The UN officially designated 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists to promote sustainable land use.

Correct Answer: Shah Gulam qadir