Explanation

• World Braille Day is observed on 4 January every year.
• The first World Braille Day was celebrated on 4 January 2019.
• The day recognizes the contribution of Louis Braille in helping blind and visually impaired people read and write.

Last verified on 08-10-2026

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• Territory: Greenland.
• Exercise: Arctic Endurance.
• Started: January 2026.
• Led by: Denmark.
• Purpose: Strengthen security and NATO's ability to operate in the Arctic.

Last verified on 11-08-2026

Explanation

• Gap: 14 years.
• Inaugural flight: 29 January 2026.
• Route: Dhaka–Karachi.
• Airline: Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
• Previous service: Direct flights had last operated in 2012.

Last verified on 11-08-2026

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• Sarfraz Bugti is the current and 20th Chief Minister of Balochistan since 2 March 2024.
• He belongs to PPP.

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Last verified on 06-03-2026

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• On 3 January 2026, the United States launched a military operation in Venezuela code‑named Operation Absolute Resolve.
• The main goal was to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
• U.S. forces struck targets mainly in Greater Caracas, suppressing defenses before seizing Maduro and Flores.

Last verified on 08-02-2026

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Barrister Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry

• Died on: January 31, 2026
• Age: 71 years
• Served as: 10th President of AJK (August 17, 2021–January 31, 2026)
• Also served as: Prime Minister of AJK (1996–2001)

Last verified on 23-06-2026

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• Visitor: Ajay Banga
• Position: World Bank Group President
• Visit dates: 31 January – 4 February 2026
• Met: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and senior officials
• Focus: Economic reforms & development projects
• Support plan: Up to $20 billion (CPF till 2035)

Last verified on 21-06-2026

Explanation

• The United States military allegedly invaded Venezuela in 2026.
• The main objective was to capture President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.
• The operation was named “Operation Absolute Resolve.”
• It was reportedly launched on 3 January 2026.

Last verified on 20-06-2026

Explanation

• Countries involved: Japan + Philippines
• Date signed: 15 January 2026
• Purpose: Regional security + countering South China Sea tensions

Focus areas:

1. Joint military drills
2. Intelligence sharing
3. Maritime security cooperation

Strategic goal: Balancing China’s influence in Indo-Pacific

Last verified on 15-06-2026

Explanation

• Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu is the Chairman of the SECP
• Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)
• Current Role: appointed Jan 2026
• Previous Role: Chairman, Competition Commission of Pakistan (appointed Aug 2023).