Explanation

Operation True Promise 4 refers to a major Iranian military operation launched on February 28, 2026.

It was initiated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a direct response to coordinated U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory, which the U.S. codenamed Operation Epic Fury and Israel named Operation Roaring Lion.

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Explanation

Punjab Culture Day is celebrated on 14 March.

Balochi Culture Day is celebrated on March 2.

Sindhi Culture Day is celebrated on first Sunday of December.

Pashtun Culture Day is celebrated on September 23.

Explanation

On 30 March 2026, The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) slapped a Rs20 million fine on fast bowler Naseem Shah.

Naseem expressed a critical opinion about Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz, who was the chief guest during the opening match PSL 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium.

In his tweet, he wrote, “Why is she treated like the Queen at Lord’s?” about CM Punjab.

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Explanation

About World Happiness Report 2026

Total countries: 147

Topper: Finland

Bottom: Afghanistan

Published by UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (UN SDSN)

Pakistan: 104th

Additional Information:   

Finland has been ranked as the world’s happiest country for the ninth consecutive year.

The country maintains its top position due to high levels of trust, strong social support systems, and overall life satisfaction.

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Explanation

On 1 March 2026, Iranian state media confirmed that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed during joint U.S.-Israeli air strikes.

Targeted Strike: The operation, codenamed "Roaring Lion" (Israel) and "Operation Epic Fury" (U.S.), targeted Khamenei's central compound in Tehran.

Additional Information:

Iran's minister of defence, Aziz Nasirzadeh, was killed in strikes.

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Explanation

On 30 March 2026, The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) slapped a Rs20 million fine on fast bowler Naseem Shah.

Naseem expressed a critical opinion about Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz, who was the chief guest during the opening match PSL 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium.

In his tweet, he wrote, “Why is she treated like the Queen at Lord’s?” about CM Punjab.

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Explanation

Know about Henley Passport Index released in January 2026

Topper: Singapore

Bottom: Afghanistan

Pakistan ranking: 98

The 2026 index covers 199 passports worldwide.

The index is released by Henley & Partners

Additional Information:

Singapore offers visa-free access to 192 destinations.

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Explanation

Know about Global Fire Power Index 2026

Total countries included: 145

Topper: USA

Second position: Russia

Third position: China

Pakistan ranking: 12th

Bottom: Bhutan (145th)

Note: Pakistan Army was ranked 12th strongest military and US was ranked first in 2025

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Explanation

As of March 2026, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is the sixth and current president of Egypt. 

He became president of Egypt for the third time in 2023.

He replaced Adly Mansour

Last updated on 30-03-2026

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Explanation

Foreign Ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Türkiye joined Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar for a high-stakes summit.

The objective is to broker a ceasefire and facilitate direct US-Iran talks to prevent further regional escalation.

Meeting held on Islamabad, Pakistan.

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