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• Katpana Desert is a cold desert located in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
• Popular for photography, jeep safaris, and desert snow landscapes.

Additional information:

• Altitude: 2,226 meters above sea level
• Global ranking: 16th largest desert in the world
• Approximate area: ~50 km²
• Average winter temperature: -10°C to 5°C

Last verified on 12-03-2026

Explanation

Canberra is the capital city of Australia

Additional information
Currency is the Australian Dollar.

The official language is English.

The national game is Cricket.

Located in the continent of Oceania.

Primary Religion is Christianity (but a secular country).

Head of Govt is Prime Minister  - Anthony Albanese.

Parliament is called the Federal Parliament.

Australia flag has three colours.

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Last updated on 06-March-2026

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• Total States: 50
• Federal District: Washington, D.C.
• 49th State: Alaska (1959)
• 50th State: Hawaii (1959)
• First State: Delaware (1787)

Last verified on 10-03-2026

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• A total of 329 events held at 2024 Summer Olympics.
• Host: France, Paris
• Opening: 26 July 2024
• Closing: 11 August 2024
• Mascot: Phrygian Cap
• Official Song: Games Wide Open

Last verified on 09-03-2026

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• The Leaning Tower of Pisa is in Pisa, Italy.
• Located in the Piazza del Duomo (Square of Miracles).

Additional information:

• The height of the tower is 55.86 metres (183 feet 3 inches).
• Construction started: August 9, 1173
• Architect: Bonanno Pisano
• Floors: 8
• Completed: 1372

Last verified on 09-03-2026

Explanation

• Double landlocked means a land-locked country that is also surrounded by landlocked neighboring countries.
• Uzbekistan is bordered by Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan.
• Liechtenstein bordered by Austria and Switzerland.

Last verified on 09-03-2026

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• Pakistan joined the United Nations on September 30, 1947.
• The name was coined by US President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
• Headquarters is located in New York, United States.
• Founded on October 24, 1945.
• It currently has 193 member states and 2 observer states.
• The official languages of the UN are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish.

1. 1952-1953
2. 1968-1969
3. 1976-1977
4. 1983-1984
5. 1993-1994
6. 2003-2004
7. 2012-2013

Last updated on 09-03-2026

Explanation

International Women’s Day is observed on 8 March every year to celebrate women’s achievements.

It began in the early 20th century, with the first official observance in 1911.

Theme for 2026 is Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls

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Explanation

• The Karakoram Range is a mountain range between China and Pakistan, extending to India and Afghanistan.
• It is famous for K2 (8611 m), the second-highest peak in the world.

Additional information:

• Major Pass: Khunjerab Pass (connects Pakistan & China)
• Famous Road: Karakoram Highway (Pakistan-China link)

Last verified on 07-03-2026

Explanation

• Kartarpur Corridor is a visa-free border corridor between Pakistan and India for Sikh pilgrims.
• It is located in Narowal District, Punjab, Pakistan.
• The corridor allows Indian Sikhs to visit Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur.
• Opened: 9 November 2019
• Length: 4.7 km

Last verified on 07-03-2026