Roston Chase is the current Test captain of the West Indies, having recently led the team to a series victory against Sri Lanka. Daren Sammy is the head coach, not the captain. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018018/brian-lara-stadium-hosts-maiden-test-as-west-indies-face-pakistan, 24 Jul 2026]
1052
Consider the following statements about the security incident in Mastung on 2026-07-24:
1. The attack resulted in the death of a Sessions Judge and his gunman.
2. The provincial government described the attack as an assault on the state itself.
3. The incident occurred during a planned protest march on the National Highway.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the officials were traveling to perform official duties, not participating in a protest march. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431528/sessions-judge-among-two-killed-in-mastung-nha-attack, 24 Jul 2026]
1053
Which stadium in Trinidad is hosting its maiden Test match in July 2026?
The Brian Lara Stadium, located in the south of Trinidad, was designated as the venue for the first Test of the series. Queen's Park Oval is the other Test venue in Trinidad but is not the site of this maiden Test. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018018/brian-lara-stadium-hosts-maiden-test-as-west-indies-face-pakistan, 24 Jul 2026]
1054
Who has been appointed as the captain of the Pakistan Test cricket team for the series against the West Indies in 2026?
Babar Azam returned as the captain of the Pakistan Test team, replacing Shan Masood following a series loss in Bangladesh. Shan Masood was the previous captain, making him a plausible distractor. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018018/brian-lara-stadium-hosts-maiden-test-as-west-indies-face-pakistan, 24 Jul 2026]
1055
Consider the following statements about the water situation on the Chenab River as of 2026-07-24:
1. The rise in water levels is attributed to rainfall in the upper catchment areas.
2. The government has compared current water levels with historical data from 2017, 2022, 2023, and 2025.
3. The Chenab River has the capacity to generate extreme flooding independently without external rainfall.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as per the Commissioner's testimony. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Commissioner specifically noted that the river does not have the capacity to generate extreme flooding independently. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431517/senate-panel-told-govt-unaware-of-indias-chenab-water-release, 24 Jul 2026]
1056
Which maritime chokepoint is identified as a primary cause for the recent global fuel supply crunch affecting Pakistan?
The Strait of Hormuz is the critical passage through which a significant portion of the world's oil and gas supply transits. Its disruption has directly impacted global energy supply chains and domestic fuel pricing in Pakistan. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002321/govt-reduces-petrol-by-rs6-per-litre-high-speed-diesel-by-rs68, 22 May 2026]
1057
The ceasefire between the United States and Iran was extended indefinitely in 2026 upon the request of which Pakistani leaders?
The ceasefire extension was granted by the US President specifically following the request of Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Other combinations of officials do not reflect the specific diplomatic request mentioned in the report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002286/cdf-asim-munir-arrives-in-iran-as-part-of-ongoing-mediation-efforts-ispr, 22 May 2026]
1058
Who was appointed by President Donald Trump to serve as the acting director of national intelligence following Tulsi Gabbard's resignation?
President Donald Trump announced on his Truth Social platform that Aaron Lukas, the Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence, would take over as the acting director. Other names listed are former intelligence officials but were not involved in this specific transition. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002318/tulsi-gabbard-resigns-as-trumps-top-us-intelligence-official, 22 May 2026]
1059
What was the primary reason cited by Tulsi Gabbard for her resignation from the position of Director of National Intelligence?
Gabbard explicitly stated in her resignation letter that she was stepping away to support her husband, who had been diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer. While reports mentioned policy friction, her stated reason for leaving was personal. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002318/tulsi-gabbard-resigns-as-trumps-top-us-intelligence-official, 22 May 2026]
1060
Following the price adjustment announced on May 22, 2026, what is the new price of petrol per litre?
After the reduction of Rs6 per litre, the price of petrol was set at Rs403.78 per litre. High-speed diesel was set at Rs402.78 per litre. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002321/govt-reduces-petrol-by-rs6-per-litre-high-speed-diesel-by-rs68, 22 May 2026]
