Explanation

Barrister Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry

• Died on: January 31, 2026
• Age: 71 years
• Served as: 10th President of AJK (August 17, 2021–January 31, 2026)
• Also served as: Prime Minister of AJK (1996–2001)

Last verified on 23-06-2026

Explanation

• Visitor: Ajay Banga
• Position: World Bank Group President
• Visit dates: 31 January – 4 February 2026
• Met: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and senior officials
• Focus: Economic reforms & development projects
• Support plan: Up to $20 billion (CPF till 2035)

Last verified on 21-06-2026

Explanation

• The United States military allegedly invaded Venezuela in 2026.
• The main objective was to capture President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.
• The operation was named “Operation Absolute Resolve.”
• It was reportedly launched on 3 January 2026.

Last verified on 20-06-2026

Explanation

• Countries involved: Japan + Philippines
• Date signed: 15 January 2026
• Purpose: Regional security + countering South China Sea tensions

Focus areas:

1. Joint military drills
2. Intelligence sharing
3. Maritime security cooperation

Strategic goal: Balancing China’s influence in Indo-Pacific

Last verified on 15-06-2026

Explanation

• Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu is the Chairman of the SECP
• Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)
• Current Role: appointed Jan 2026
• Previous Role: Chairman, Competition Commission of Pakistan (appointed Aug 2023).