Explanation

In fiscal year 2024 (FY24), Pakistan received approximately USD 1.9 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI), marking a 17% year-on-year increase from FY23.

China was the largest investor, contributing around USD 568 million—about 30% of the total FDI—followed by Hong Kong (USD 359 m) and the UK (USD 268 m).

Explanation

In 2024, no presidential election in Bangladesh, Russia, or India triggered mass protests over alleged rigging.

Major election-related protests occurred in Pakistan, but that was a general (parliamentary) election, not a presidential one.

Explanation

Pakistan’s first-ever National Security Policy (NSP) for 2022–2026 places economic security at its core, marking a shift from the traditional focus solely on military strength.

It emphasizes building a strong economy to bolster overall national resilience.

Explanation

Arshad Nadeem set a new Olympic record by clinching the coveted gold medal in the men’s javelin final

This ended Pakistan’s 32-year wait for success at the Games 

Throw: 92.97-m throw

Winning date: 8 Aug 2024

Explanation

The most significant development in Pakistan-Iran relations in January 2024 was the border clashes

Date: 16 January – 18 January 2024 (2 days)

Location: Balochistan, Pakistan, Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran

Result:

Inconclusive

Both sides agree to a ceasefire

Explanation

From 2024 and early 2025, Lahore, Pakistan, has consistently been identified as one of the most polluted cities in the world

Lahore is becoming the world's most polluted city with an AQI of 394 in October 2024

Pakistan ranked the third most polluted globally in 2024 by IQAir, with an average PM2.5 concentration of 73.7 μg/m3. 

Explanation

Ever since the outbreak of the Russia–Ukraine war on February 24, 2022,

It has persisted for more than one year.

This war and its consequent chain of events have adversely impacted the global economy through several channels,

Such as the commodity market, stock market, and trade

Explanation

The proposal was first drafted by mediators from the United States, Egypt, and Qatar,

Accepted by Hamas on 5 May 2024, and presented by U.S. President Joe Biden on 31 May.

On 10 June, the United Nations Security Council supported it as Resolution 2735

Explanation

On January 25, 2024, Microsoft reached a $3 trillion market capitalization for the first time.

It became the second company ever to achieve this milestone after Apple in 2022.

Microsoft briefly surpassed the mark during intraday trading, joining the $3 trillion club.

Explanation

Jannik Sinner (Italy) won the 2024 Australian Open Men’s Singles.

He defeated Daniil Medvedev in a five-set final: 3–6, 3–6, 6–4, 6–4, 6–3.

It was Sinner’s first Grand Slam title.

He became the first new Australian Open champion since 2014.