The 'duration of status' system previously allowed individuals to remain in the US for the length of their assignment or program. The new rule replaces this with fixed-term admissions to increase oversight. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016518/trump-administration-finalises-overhaul-of-foreign-journalists-visas-ends-duration-of-status-system, 18 Jul 2026]
722
Which of the following individuals is NOT mentioned in the Lawyers Action Committee resolution as being currently incarcerated?
Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry is mentioned in the context of the 2007 lawyers' movement, not as a currently incarcerated individual. The other three are explicitly listed in the resolution as examples of dissenting voices currently in custody. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016484/lawyers-action-committee-terms-jcp-judge-appointment-process-horse-trading-announces-nationwide-movement, 18 Jul 2026]
723
Which of the following statements regarding the environmental conditions on July 18, 2026, is INCORRECT?
The Department of Homeland Security and emergency management in Washington D.C. explicitly stated that air quality was 'unhealthy for at-risk groups,' making the claim that it was healthy for all groups incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016513/wildfire-haze-hangs-over-eastern-us-world-cup-final-venue, 18 Jul 2026]
724
Consider the following statements regarding policy developments and national events occurring in August 2026:
1. The Sindh Governor has taken steps toward institutional modernization by inaugurating an AI laboratory at an engineering university.
2. The Government of Pakistan has unveiled a roadmap to restructure and unbundle existing gas utility companies into five distinct entities.
3. The national transport sector has announced a nationwide protest action slated to commence on August 8 due to operational grievances.
All statements are verified: the Governor of Sindh inaugurated an AI laboratory at SSUET; the government formally proposed restructuring gas utilities SNGPL and SSGCL into five entities; and transport associations have confirmed a nationwide strike beginning August 8. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433354/nehal-inaugurates-ai-lab-at-ssuet]
725
The Pakistani airspace is officially divided into which two Flight Information Regions (FIRs)?
According to PCAA documentation, the national airspace is categorized into the Karachi (OPKR) and Lahore (OPLR) Flight Information Regions. Islamabad is the capital but does not serve as a primary FIR designation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016474/paa-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-aug-23, 18 Jul 2026]
726
According to the study published on 2026-07-17, what percentage increase in annual case resolution was observed when judges were provided with AI access and targeted training?
The study reported that the introduction of the AI assistant alongside targeted training resulted in an additional 1,848 cases being resolved per year, representing a 6.3 percent increase over the mean. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016213/study-finds-ai-use-in-trial-courts-results-in-over-6pc-more-cases-resolved-annually, 17 Jul 2026]
727
Which organization is responsible for issuing the Notice to Airmen (Notam) regarding airspace restrictions in Pakistan?
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) is the body that issued the Notam for the current airspace ban. While the PCAA manages broader aviation policy, the PAA is the specific entity cited for this action. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016474/paa-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-aug-23, 18 Jul 2026]
728
At which venue is the first Test match between Pakistan and the West Indies being played?
The match is being hosted at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba, which is noted as the 13th Test venue in the Caribbean. Sabina Park and Kensington Oval are other prominent Caribbean cricket grounds but are not the site of this specific match. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018615/pakistan-seize-control-but-hope-joseph-fight-on-as-west-indies-reach-303-7-at-lunch, 27 Jul 2026]
729
Fadi Hamdallah al-Nassan, who died on July 18, 2026, was a member of which sports organization?
Fadi Hamdallah al-Nassan was a 17-year-old footballer who played for the Al-Mughayyir Club and was a member of the Palestinian national youth team. He succumbed to injuries sustained during a settler attack in his village. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016519/palestinian-teen-footballer-dies-after-being-shot-during-settler-attack-in-occupied-west-bank, 18 Jul 2026]
730
Until what date in 2026 is the current airspace restriction on Indian-registered aircraft effective?
The Notam explicitly states that the restriction remains in force until 11:59pm on August 23, 2026. July 24 was the expiration date of the previous restriction period. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016474/paa-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-aug-23, 18 Jul 2026]
