Pakistan Current Affairs — Recurring MCQs — Part 1 MCQs with Explanations

Current Minister: Shaheena Sher Ali Department: Women Development Department, Government of Sindh Appointment date: 17 April 2024 Previous Minister: Syeda Shehla Raza Previous minister’s tenure ended: 11 August 2023

According to State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) data, Saudi Arabia was the largest source of workers’ remittances to Pakistan . Additional information : Saudi Arabia : US$9.35 billion UAE : US$7.83 billion United Kingdom: US$5.90 billion United States : US$3.72 billion

Pakistan carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan on October 1, 2026, targeting locations in Helmand and Kunar provinces. Groups like the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan ( TTP ) use Afghan territory to launch attacks inside Pakistan. ****

Pakistan carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan on October 1, 2026, targeting locations in Helmand and Kunar provinces. Groups like the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan ( TTP ) use Afghan territory to launch attacks inside Pakistan. ****

Pakistan defeated Japan 4–3 on 6 March 2026 in the semifinal of the World Cup Qualifier in Ismailia, Egypt . This victory ended an eight-year wait for the national team. Pakistan came back from 1–3 down and scored three goals in the final eight minutes to secure qualification. Additional information : Pakistan finished runner-up in the Ismailia qualifier after losing the final to England 4–1 .

Muhammad Aurangzeb is the the current Minister for Finance and Revenue . He is a Pakistani banker . Appointed since 11 March 2024 .

The current Minister for Defence of Pakistan is Khawaja Muhammad Asif. Sworn in in March 2024 He replaced Anwar Ali Haider Previously served in the post from 2013 to 2017. He has been a Member of the National Assembly from Sialkot since 1993 Elected for the seventh time in 2024 Question updated 03-March-2026 Click here for reference

On 24 September 2026 , Pakistan conducted precision aerial and drone strikes in 10 locations across Afghanistan in retaliation for drones launched from Afghan. Pakistan ’s response came after eight drones, launched from Afghanistan , entered Pakistani airspace near the Torkham border and Kohat on 23 Sep 2026. *****

On 24 September 2026 , Pakistan conducted precision aerial and drone strikes in 10 locations across Afghanistan in retaliation for drones launched from Afghan. Pakistan ’s response came after eight drones, launched from Afghanistan , entered Pakistani airspace near the Torkham border and Kohat on 23 Sep 2026. *****

About Global Gender Gap Report 2026 Edition: 20th Publisher: World Economic Forum Total countries: 145 Topper: Iceland Pakistan Ranking: 143rd Gender Parity of Pakistan: 59.5% per cent Additional Information About Global Gender Gap Report 2025 Edition: 19th Publisher: World Economic Forum Total countries included: 148 Topper: Iceland Pakistan Ranking: 148th (Bottom) Gender Parity of Pakistan: 56.7 per cent ****

About Global Gender Gap Report 2026 Edition: 20th Publisher: World Economic Forum Total countries: 145 Topper: Iceland Pakistan Ranking: 143rd Gender Parity of Pakistan: 59.5% per cent Additional Information About Global Gender Gap Report 2025 Edition: 19th Publisher: World Economic Forum Total countries included: 148 Topper: Iceland Pakistan Ranking: 148th (Bottom) Gender Parity of Pakistan: 56.7 per cent ****

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) condemned terrorist attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kohat district. The Old Police Lines complex in Kohat , a city in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, came under a deadly terrorist attack and suicide bombing on September 18, 2026 . At least 31 people were killed with over 100 injured. A local militant faction linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility. ****

About UNGA session 2026 Edition: eighty-first Held in September 2026 Venue: New York City, United States Participants: United Nations Member State Pak was represented by PM Shahbaz Sharif Additional Information: UNGA stands for United Nations General Assembly UNGA is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations (UN). ***

About UNGA session 2026 Edition: eighty-first Held in September 2026 Venue: New York City, United States Participants: United Nations Member State Pak was represented by PM Shahbaz Sharif Additional Information: UNGA stands for United Nations General Assembly UNGA is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations (UN). ***

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) condemned terrorist attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kohat district. The Old Police Lines complex in Kohat , a city in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, came under a deadly terrorist attack and suicide bombing on September 18, 2026 . At least 31 people were killed with over 100 injured. A local militant faction linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility. ****

Pakistan's air-defence system shot down eight drones after they crossed the border from Afghanistan on September 23, 2026. Eight drones that entered Pakistani airspace near the Torkham border and Kohat. Four were reportedly intercepted near Torkham and four near Kohat. ****

About SCO Summit 2026 Venue: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan Starting date: 31 August 2026 Closing date: 01 September 2026 Edition: 26th Pakistan was represented by PM Shahbaz Sharif Note: The 25th SCO Head of State Summit was held in Tianjin, China from 31 Aug to 1 Sep 2025 . Additional information: SCO stands for Shanghai Cooperation Organization . It Founded in 2001 . ****

Guru Nanak Dev was the founder of the religion of Sikhism and the first of the Sikh Gurus. He was born in 1469 at Nankana Sahib. It is believed that his birth was a mark of divinity. He died on September 22, 1539. His 487th death anniversary on September 22, 2026. ***

Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born on 25th December 1876 in Karachi while he died on 11th September 1948 at the age of 71. He is the founder of Pakistan. 78th death anniversary on 11 Sep, 2026. ****

In September 2026, Pakistan assumed the chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)) for 2027-28 term. Additional Information: The SCO Headquarters: Beijing, China The SCO Founded: June 15, 2001 The SCO currently comprises of Ten members states : China India Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Russia Pakistan Tajikistan Iran Uzbekistan Belarus *****

The current State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) policy interest rate is 11.5%, effective since September 2026. 1 percent was increased on 26 April 2026. The 11% rate mentioned was the previous benchmark, which was held steady from June to October 2025. *** Verified & updated on 20-09-2026

Pakistan’s first-ever National Security Policy (NSP) for 2022–2026 places economic security at its core, marking a shift from the traditional focus solely on military strength . It emphasizes building a strong economy to bolster overall national resilience.

On August 18, 2026 , Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated Google ’s first office in Pakistan in Islamabad. The opening marks a significant expansion of Google ’s presence in the country, with a focus on digital skills, AI, cloud technology, startups, and supporting Pakistan’s IT-export ambitions. Google had already been active in Pakistan for years through digital-skilling and other programs, but this was its first permanent local office. ***

The Old Police Lines complex in Kohat , a city in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, came under a deadly terrorist attack and suicide bombing on September 18, 2026 . At least 31 people were killed with over 100 injured. A local militant faction linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility. ****

The Old Police Lines complex in Kohat , a city in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, came under a deadly terrorist attack and suicide bombing on September 18, 2026 . At least 31 people were killed with over 100 injured. A local militant faction linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility. ****

The Old Police Lines complex in Kohat , a city in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, came under a deadly terrorist attack and suicide bombing on September 18, 2026 . At least 31 people were killed with over 100 injured. A local militant faction linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility. ****

The Old Police Lines complex in Kohat , a city in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, came under a deadly terrorist attack and suicide bombing on September 18, 2026 . At least 31 people were killed with over 100 injured. A local militant faction linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility. ****

In September 2026, Pakistan assumed the chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)) for 2027-28 term. Additional Information: The SCO Headquarters: Beijing, China The SCO Founded: June 15, 2001 The SCO currently comprises of Ten members states : China India Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Russia Pakistan Tajikistan Iran Uzbekistan Belarus *****

On 1 September 2026, Pakistan assumed the chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)) for 2027-28 term. Additional Information: The SCO Headquarters: Beijing, China The SCO Founded: June 15, 2001 The SCO currently comprises of Ten members states : China India Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Russia Pakistan Tajikistan Iran Uzbekistan Belarus *****

The Protocol Agreement 2026 is a defence co-operation agreement between Pakistan and Kuwait , aimed at enhancing the existing military cooperation framework. Signed by Kuwait's Defence Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Saleem Al-Sabah and Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif. Signing date: 27 August 2026 (in Rawalpindi) ****

Asim Iftikhar Ahmad is the Current/new Foreign Secretary of Pakistan as of 18 September 2026 . He was appointed as the next Foreign Secretary on 9 September 2026 . 34th Foreign Secretary of Pakistan Predecessor: Amna Baloch , 33rd Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch retired: 17 September 2026 Asim Iftikhar Ahmad : Previously Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN.

The current Inspector General of Police for Islamabad is Captain (Retd.) Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry He was appointed on September 12, 2026, replaced Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi He is BS-20 officer of the Police Service of Pakistan ( PSP ). He has also Served in senior positions including DIG Operations Lahore and DIG CTD Punjab Updated on 13-09-2026 ****

Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi is the current Director General of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency ( NCCIA ) Date of Appointment: September 12, 2026 Previous Role: Inspector General of Police for the Islamabad Capital Territory Appointed by: The federal government of Pakistan About NCCIA Full form: National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency This is a specialized agency established by the Government of Pakistan Founded: May 3, 2024 Headquarters: Islamabad ****

The current spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan is Ambassador Sajjad Haider Khan . Appointment Date: September 2, 2026 Additional Role: Director General (South Asia & SAARC) Predecessor: Tahir Andrabi Who is the current Foreign Secretary of Pakistan?

Naveed Kamran Baloch is the Current and 9th Wafaqi Mohtasib (Ombudsman) of Pakistan since March 4, 2026. Last Verified and Updated on 09-09-2026 Source click here

The nation is commemorating the 61th Defence and Martyrs Day on 06.09.2026 to pay homage to martyrs. On Sept 6, 1965 , the people of Pakistan and the country’s armed forces thwarted nefarious designs of the enemy. Defence Day is celebrated as the sacrifices made by Pakistani soldiers in defending its borders. Defence Day is celebrated in Pakistan on September 6 The event Length of Day is 1 Day The day was first celebrated in 1965 Defence Day is Also called : Youm-e-Difa ****

Lahore Qalandars won the 2025 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Final Date: May 25, 2025 Opponent: Quetta Gladiators Result: Lahore Qalandars won by 6 wickets at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore Player of the Match: Kusal Perera

Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari visited India on 4 May 2023 . He travelled to Goa, India , to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers meeting. He became the first Pakistani Foreign Minister to visit India in nearly 12 years . The visit took place during a period of strained Pakistan–India relations .

The Protocol Agreement 2026 is a defence co-operation agreement between Pakistan and Kuwait , aimed at enhancing the existing military cooperation framework. Signed by Kuwait's Defence Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Saleem Al-Sabah and Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif. Signing date: 27 August 2026 (in Rawalpindi) ****

The Protocol Agreement 2026 is a defence co-operation agreement between Pakistan and Kuwait , aimed at enhancing the existing military cooperation framework. Signed by Kuwait's Defence Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Saleem Al-Sabah and Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif. Signing date: 27 August 2026 (in Rawalpindi) ****