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• The COVID-19 first appeared in late 2019.
• It reached Pakistan in February 2020.
• The first confirmed cases were reported in Karachi.
• The virus spread globally and was declared a pandemic by WHO in March 2020.

Last updated by NS 19 April 2026

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• Location: Khunjerab Pass, Karakoram Range, Pakistan-China border.
• Altitude: 4,693 meters (approx. 15,397 feet).
• Installed by: National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) in 2016

Last updated by NS 19 April 2026

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• The 15th Islamic Summit Conference of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in 2024
• Hosted by The Gambia in its capital city, Banjul
• From May 4–5, 2024.

Last updated by NS 19 April 2026

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"A dime a dozen" is an idiom meaning something is very common, easy to find, and generally of low value or not special.

Last updated by NS 19 April 2026

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• The native homeland of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) was Babylon,
• The city of Ur is located in Iraq.
• Title: Khalil Ullah 
• Mentioned in the Holy Quran 67 times.

Last updated by NS 19 April 2026

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• Thar Desert is the largest desert in Pakistan.
• It is famous for its arid climate, sand dunes, and unique culture.
• It is the only subtropical desert in Asia.
• It is the 3rd largest in Asia.
• It spans an area of 175,000 square kilometers.
• It covers large areas of Pakistan and India.

Pakistan hosts five major deserts which were historic forests:

1. Cholistan (Bahawalpur, Punjab)
2. Thal (Bakhar district of Punjab)
3. Katpana desert (Sakardu)
4. Kharan desert (Balochistan)
5. Thar desert (Sindh)

Last updated by NA on 20-April-2026

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• Pakistan Standard Time (PST) is 5 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
• Suggested by Professor Muhammad Anwar in 1951.
• GMT is the standard time of Greenwich, UK, used as a reference worldwide.
• Example: When it is 12:00 noon GMT, it is 5:00 PM in Pakistan.

Last verified on 17-03-2026

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• Rainfall is measured using a Rain Gauge.
• It collects rainwater and measures it in millimeters (mm).
• Widely used in weather forecasting and meteorology.
• Helps in studying climate and agriculture patterns.

Last verified on 31-03-2026

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• An anion is a negative charge (or negatively charged ion).
• The 'n' in anion stands for negative
• Formed when non-metal gains electrons.
• They gain one or more than one electron.
• Formation: Gained electrons.
• Attracted to the anode (positively charged electrode).
• Generally larger than their parent atoms. 

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Cations are ions that are positively charged

Last updated 15-03-2026

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• Delcy Rodríguez is the current President of Venezuela
• She is the first woman President in the history of Venezuela
• Assumed office: 5 January 2026
• Party: PSUV (2012–2018, 2018–present)

Additional information 

• 24th Vice President of Venezuela from 14 June 2018 – 5 January 2026

Last updated by NA on 27 April 2026