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• Sayee is the act of walking or running seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwa in Makkah.
• It is a required ritual in Hajj and Umrah.

Additional information:

• Location: Masjid al-Haram, Makkah
• Performed after: Tawaf (circumambulation of Kaaba)
• Next ritual after Sayee: Hujjaj go to Mina
• Symbolism: Hajar’s search for water for her son, Prophet Ismael (PBUH)

Last verified on 15-03-2026

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• The word Islam is derived from the Arabic root س ل م (S-L-M), associated with peace, safety, and submission.
• Islam means submission and obedience to Allah, while the related Arabic words convey meanings associated with peace and security.
• A key concept in Islam is submitting to the will of Allah and seeking peace through obedience to Him.

Last verified on 16-10-2026

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• Nitrogen (N₂) → 78%

Additional information:

• Oxygen (O₂) → 21%
• Argon (Ar) → 0.93%
• Carbon dioxide (CO₂) → 0.04% (approximately)
• Other gases → Trace amounts

Last verified on 28-06-2026

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• A Barometer is an instrument used to measure air (atmospheric) pressure.
• It helps in weather forecasting by measuring changes in atmospheric pressure.
• The mercury barometer is the oldest type of barometer.
• It was invented by Evangelista Torricelli in 1643.
• Barometers are widely used in meteorology and aviation.

Last verified on 09-07-2026

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• Hazrat Khalid bin Waleed (R.A) was given the title “Saifullah” (Sword of Allah).
• Given by: Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
• Born: 592 AD (Makkah)
• Died: 642 AD (Homs, Syria)
• Served under: Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Abu Bakr (R.A), Umar (R.A)

Last verified on 10-06-2026

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There are 4 Farz (obligatory acts) in Wudu (Ablution).

1. Wash the face once.
2. Wash both arms up to and including the elbows once.
3. Perform Masah over one-fourth of the head.
4. Wash both feet including the ankles once.

Additional information:

• Performing these four acts is necessary for a valid Wudu.
• Wudu is required before offering Salah (prayer).
• The acts that break Wudu are called Nawaqiz-e-Wudu.

Most Important Information:

• Sunnah acts of Wudu: 13
• Farz in Ghusl: 3
• Farz in Salah (Namaz): 17
• Angel who taught Wudu and Salah to the Prophet (ﷺ): Jibril
• Wudu was ordered in 5 AH.

Last verified on 03-07-2026

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• Surah Al-Baqarah is the longest chapter (surah) in the Holy Quran
• Chapter Number: 2nd chapter in the Quran.
• Meaning: "The Cow" or "The Heifer".
• Verse Count: 286 verses (ayat).
• Length: Spans about 2.5 parts (juz') of the Quran
• .Place of Revelation: Madinah. 
• It derives its name from the story of the cow (vv. 67-73).
• Verse 282, the longest verse, is known as 'āyatu d-dayn.
• It consists of 25,500 letters.
• The chapter has 40 Rukus.

Additional information:

• Surah Al-Kausar is the shortest surah of the Holy Quran.
• Surah Aal-e-Imran is the second-longest surah of the Holy Quran.

Last updated NA on 10-09-2026

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• Accommodation means رہائش
• Accommodation refers to a place to live or stay (lodging).

Last verified on 08-06-2026

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• Afghanistan is located to the north-west of Pakistan.
• Pakistan shares its longest land border (2,640 km) with Afghanistan.
• The border between Pakistan and Afghanistan is called the Durand Line.

Additional information:

• East: India
• North-east: China
• South-west: Iran
• South: Arabian Sea

Last verified on 06-07-2026

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• The Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan
• In memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
•  Located in the city of Agra 
• State: Uttar Pradesh
• River: Yamuna River
• Construction Started: 1632
• Construction Completed: 1647
• Height: Approximately 73 meters
• Architecture: Ustad Ahmad Lahori
• Material: Mainly white marble