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]
552
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]
553
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic events of May 2026:
1. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Tehran twice in less than a week to facilitate negotiations.
2. The first round of US-Iran talks in Islamabad resulted in a signed comprehensive peace agreement.
3. Field Marshal Asim Munir held meetings with Iranian officials to discuss regional peace and US-Iran talks.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the Interior Minister made multiple trips to Tehran. Statement 2 is incorrect because the first round of talks ended without an agreement. Statement 3 is correct as the CDF's visit was explicitly for mediation and discussion of regional peace. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002286/cdf-asim-munir-arrives-in-iran-as-part-of-ongoing-mediation-efforts-ispr, 22 May 2026]
554
Which French official announced the entry ban against Itamar Ben-Gvir on May 23, 2026?
Jean-Noel Barrot is the French Foreign Minister who officially announced the ban on X. Antonio Costa and Kaja Kallas are European Union officials who condemned the actions but did not issue the French national ban. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002539/france-bans-israeli-security-minister-ben-gvir-from-country, 23 May 2026]
555
Consider the following statements about the 75th-anniversary ceremony held in May 2026:
1. President Asif Ali Zardari attended the ceremony in Islamabad.
2. The ceremony marked the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
3. The Prime Minister stated that the world can move forward without China's technological and industrial contribution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Prime Minister emphasized that the world cannot move forward without China, given its industrial and technological advancements. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002044/pm-shehbaz-lauds-steadfast-pak-china-friendship-says-beijing-supported-islamabad-in-unwavering-fashion, 21 May 2026]
556
Who is the current Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces of Pakistan who visited Tehran in May 2026?
Field Marshal Asim Munir is the current Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces who led the mediation delegation to Tehran. The other names listed are former army chiefs. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002541/encouraging-progress-made-during-cdf-munirs-tehran-visit-ispr, 23 May 2026]
557
Consider the following statements about the incident involving Itamar Ben-Gvir on May 23, 2026:
1. The minister posted a video showing activists with their hands tied and foreheads to the ground.
2. The video was captioned 'Welcome to Israel' by the minister.
3. The activists were intercepted while attempting to deliver aid to the West Bank.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct regarding the content and caption of the video. Statement 3 is incorrect because the flotilla was attempting to reach Gaza, not the West Bank. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002539/france-bans-israeli-security-minister-ben-gvir-from-country, 23 May 2026]
558
What is the name of the digital application used by police to monitor guest details in hotels and guesthouses?
The 'Hotel Eye' application is a mandatory system for guesthouse operators to share guest information with law enforcement. Its failure to be utilized in this case allowed the suspect to surveil the area undetected. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002072/educationist-who-fled-occupied-kashmir-fights-for-his-life-after-targeted-attack, 21 May 2026]
559
Arrange the following events in the order of their contextual development within the July 2026 week:
I. Notification of the new tax regime for small shopkeepers.
II. Launch of the 45km Green Railway Corridor project in Punjab.
III. Onset of the new monsoon spell leading to a roof collapse in Lahore.
IV. Announcement of mandatory screening legislation for HIV/Hepatitis.
The order is established based on the implementation of economic policy (I), the inauguration of infrastructure projects (II), the introduction of legislative policy (IV), and the environmental impact of the weather shift (III) as reported on July 29. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019158/fbr-notifies-new-tax-regime-for-small-shopkeepers]
560
Which of the following best describes the primary mandate of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) within the framework of global governance?
Under the UN Charter, the Security Council holds the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, possessing the authority to issue binding resolutions on member states.
