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• The idiom “Have an axe to grind” means having a selfish or personal reason.
• It is used when someone acts for personal interest or hidden motive.
• It is often used in criticism when someone’s opinion is biased due to personal benefit.

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• Australia is a developed country with strong industrial base.
• Its key industries include iron and steel production.
• The country is rich in iron ore and mineral resources.
• Mining supports steel and heavy industry growth.

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• The current Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia is Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Fawzan Al-Fawzan.
• He was appointed by royal decree on October 22, 2025, by King Salman bin Abdulaziz.
• As Grand Mufti, he is the Kingdom's highest religious authority.
• He also serves as the Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars and the President of the General Presidency for Scholarly Research and Ifta.
• He succeeded the late Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh, who passed away in September 2025 after serving for over 25 years.

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• A dune is a sand hill formed by wind action.
• The steeper leeward side is called the slip face.
• It forms where sand falls after reaching the top of the dune.
• This side is steep due to gravity and sand movement.
• It is a common feature in desert geography.

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• Sir Creek is a tidal estuary (inlet channel of water).
• It is located on the border of India and Pakistan.
• Length is about 96 km (60 miles).
• It is part of the Indus River Delta system.
• It flows into the Arabian Sea.

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• Highest railway station in Pakistan is Kan Mehtarzai Railway Station.
• Located in Balochistan, Pakistan.
• Height is about 2,224 meters above sea level.
• Opened in 1921 and closed in 1986.
• It was part of the Quetta–Zhob railway line.

Additional information:

• Lahore Railway Station is the largest in Pakistan (area-wise).
• Rohri has the longest railway platform in Pakistan.

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• Muslim Bagh is a town in Killa Saifullah District, Balochistan.
• It is famous for Chromite deposits.
• Located at an altitude of about 1,787 meters (5,863 ft).
• Formerly known as Hindu Bagh.
• Chromite is used in stainless steel production.

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• Blind dolphins are found in the Indus River.
• They are also called Indus River Dolphin or “Bhulan”.
• Scientifically described in 1853 by Richard Owen.
• Known for side-swimming behavior.
• It is one of the rare freshwater dolphin species.

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• Length: Old – 1,046 km, New – 1,058 km (both accepted in MCQs)
• Divisions: Sindh Coast – 270 km, Makran Coast – 720 km
• Major Location: Most of the coastline is in Balochistan
• Geographical Areas: Gwadar, Lasbela, Karachi, Thatta Coast
• Borders: Thatta Coast from Korangi Creek to Sir Creek; Rann of Kutch from Badin to Tharparkar

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Explanation

• Correct phrase with present perfect continuous is “for the last + time period”.
• “For” is used for duration of time.
• “Since” is used for specific starting point (e.g., since 2 PM).

Last verified on 02-05-2026