The joint statement emphasized advancing high-quality development under CPEC 2.0, specifically mentioning collaboration in trade, investment, science and technology, the digital economy, and artificial intelligence. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016159/china-and-pakistan-call-on-us-iran-to-resume-talks-cease-hostilities, 17 Jul 2026]
1002
Consider the following statements about the PMD weather advisory issued on July 17, 2026:
1. Monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea are expected to strengthen over the weekend.
2. The forecast for widespread rain and thundershowers extends until July 25, 2026.
3. The PMD has advised tourists to avoid unnecessary travel to vulnerable areas during the forecast period.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct based on the PMD advisory. The monsoon currents are strengthening, the forecast period concludes on July 25, and the department explicitly advised tourists to avoid unnecessary travel to vulnerable areas. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016176/pmd-forecasts-widespread-rain-thunderstorms-across-country-until-july-25, 17 Jul 2026]
1003
In which region are flash floods in local streams and nullahs specifically anticipated due to heavy rainfall during the forecast period?
The PMD advisory explicitly warns that heavy rainfall could trigger flash floods in local streams and nullahs in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan. These mountainous regions are particularly susceptible to rapid water accumulation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016176/pmd-forecasts-widespread-rain-thunderstorms-across-country-until-july-25, 17 Jul 2026]
1004
Consider the following statements about the fuel pricing policy in Pakistan as of July 2026:
1. The government has transitioned from weekly to daily fuel price revisions.
2. High-speed diesel is primarily utilized in the heavy transport sector and power plants.
3. The All Pakistan Dealers Association has fully supported the new daily pricing mechanism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the government's policy shift and the usage profile of diesel. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and threatened protests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016247/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs544-diesel-by-rs3105-per-litre-for-next-three-days, 17 Jul 2026]
1005
Which of the following statements regarding the JUI-F controversy is INCORRECT?
The government explicitly rejected the JUI-F's proposal to protest at the GHQ, labeling it an inappropriate action that threatens national defense. Therefore, is the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016238/sanaullah-says-jui-f-chiefs-remarks-against-martyrs-were-inappropriate-but-unintended, 17 Jul 2026]
1006
Which entity has been tasked with the responsibility of determining fuel prices on a daily basis in Pakistan?
The Petroleum Minister announced that the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) is responsible for daily fuel price adjustments based on international market trends. The State Bank and Ministry of Finance are not the primary regulators for retail fuel pricing. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016247/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs544-diesel-by-rs3105-per-litre-for-next-three-days, 17 Jul 2026]
1007
What is the primary reason cited for the transition to daily fuel price revisions in Pakistan?
The government shifted to daily pricing to manage the impact of global market volatility and fluctuating import premiums caused by regional tensions. The Dealers Association actually opposed this change. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016247/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs544-diesel-by-rs3105-per-litre-for-next-three-days, 17 Jul 2026]
1008
Which specific counter-insurgency campaign is currently being conducted by security forces in Balochistan to address regional security challenges?
Operation Shaban is the high-intensity counterterrorism and counterinsurgency campaign launched by security forces in Balochistan. The other operations listed are historical military campaigns from previous years. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016208/security-of-chinese-in-pakistan-paramount-for-us-says-pm-shehbaz, 17 Jul 2026]
1009
Which country is scheduled to host the joint border operation in 2027, as supported by the participants of the 12th SCO meeting?
During the 12th meeting held on July 17, 2026, the participants supported a proposal for Tajikistan to host the joint border operation in 2027. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016226/pakistan-chairs-12th-sco-meeting-of-heads-of-border-services-fo, 17 Jul 2026]
1010
According to the PMD advisory issued on July 17, 2026, which weather system is expected to approach the upper parts of Pakistan on July 20, 2026?
The PMD advisory explicitly mentions that a westerly disturbance is expected to approach the upper parts of the country on July 20, 2026. This system, combined with monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea, is driving the widespread rain forecast. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016176/pmd-forecasts-widespread-rain-thunderstorms-across-country-until-july-25, 17 Jul 2026]
