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July 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#3001
Following the price adjustment on July 22, 2026, what is the new price of high-speed diesel (HSD) per litre?
(a) Rs327.12
(b) Rs375.04
(c) Rs458.41
(d) Rs520.35
Explanation: The government notification issued on July 22, 2026, set the new price of high-speed diesel at Rs375.04 per litre. Rs327.12 is the corresponding price for petrol, while the other figures represent historical peak prices. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017573/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs639-diesel-by-rs783-per-litre, 22 Jul 2026]
#3002
Who represented Pakistan in the meeting with the Russian Foreign Minister on July 23, 2026?
(a) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
(b) Shah Mehmood Qureshi
(c) Mohammad Ishaq Dar
(d) Jalil Abbas Jilani
Explanation: Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, serving as the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, represented Pakistan in the discussions with Sergey Lavrov. The other individuals listed are former foreign ministers of Pakistan. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431322/pakistan-russia-vow-stronger-cooperation, 23 Jul 2026]
#3003
Consider the following statements about the fuel pricing situation in Pakistan as of July 2026: 1. Petrol prices are primarily influenced by the needs of private transport and small vehicles. 2. The government previously utilized a weekly revision cycle for fuel prices before moving to daily adjustments. 3. Monthly sales of kerosene are significantly higher than those of petrol and high-speed diesel. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statement 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the usage patterns and the shift in policy. Statement 3 is incorrect because kerosene demand is only 10,000 tonnes monthly, whereas petrol and diesel sales reach 700,000 to 800,000 tonnes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017573/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs639-diesel-by-rs783-per-litre, 22 Jul 2026]
#3004
Who is the CEO of the Russian retail giant Wildberries that was targeted in the July 2026 drone strikes?
(a) Vladimir Kondratyev
(b) Tatiana Kim
(c) Volodymyr Zelensky
(d) None of these
Explanation: Tatiana Kim is the CEO of Wildberries and publicly commented on the evacuation of the logistics centers following the attacks. Vladimir Kondratyev is the governor of the Krasnodar region, not the CEO of the company. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017672/ukraines-drones-hit-stores-of-russian-retail-giant, 23 Jul 2026]
#3005
Who was the Sessions Judge killed in the attack in Mastung on July 23, 2026?
(a) Abdul Hakeem Kakar
(b) Tariq Lashari
(c) Mir Ziaullah Langau
(d) None of these
Explanation: Sessions Judge Abdul Hakeem Kakar was the judicial officer killed in the attack. Tariq Lashari was the Additional Sessions Judge who survived with injuries, and Mir Ziaullah Langau is the Home Minister. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431455/sessions-judge-guard-killed-in-mastung-attack, 23 Jul 2026]
#3006
Who is the current Director General of the PDMA Sindh as of July 2026?
(a) Syed Salman Shah
(b) Salman Farooqi
(c) Syed Murad Ali
(d) None of these
Explanation: Syed Salman Shah is the Director General of the PDMA Sindh who issued the official alert. The other names are not associated with this specific institutional role. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431451/pdma-sindh-issues-province-wide-alert-as-heavy-monsoon-rains-expected-till-july-25, 23 Jul 2026]
#3007
Which official serves as the Home Minister of Balochistan who condemned the attack on July 23, 2026?
(a) Shahid Rind
(b) Mir Ziaullah Langau
(c) Shehbaz Sharif
(d) None of these
Explanation: Mir Ziaullah Langau is the Home Minister of Balochistan who issued a condemnation of the attack. Shahid Rind is the provincial government spokesperson. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431455/sessions-judge-guard-killed-in-mastung-attack, 23 Jul 2026]
#3008
On July 23, 2026, which Pakistani diplomat at the UN Security Council accused India of weaponizing water against Pakistan?
(a) Ansar Shah
(b) Asim Iftikhar Ahmad
(c) Harish Parvathaneni
(d) None of these
Explanation: Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad represented Pakistan during the debate on 'Natural Resources Governance' and raised the issue of water weaponization. Ansar Shah is a first secretary who exercised the right of reply regarding terrorism allegations, while Harish Parvathaneni is the Indian Ambassador. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431428/at-un-pakistan-labels-india-sponsor-of-terrorism-rejects-cross-border-infiltration-claims, 23 Jul 2026]
#3009
Under which specific European Union legislation was Google fined 890 million euros in July 2026?
(a) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
(b) Digital Services Act (DSA)
(c) Artificial Intelligence Act
(d) Digital Markets Act (DMA)
Explanation: The European Commission issued the fines specifically citing the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which aims to curb the market power of large technology firms. While the GDPR and DSA are other major EU regulatory frameworks, they were not the primary legal basis for these specific antitrust penalties. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017814/google-hit-with-1bn-eu-fine-in-constructive-talks-to-avoid-more-penalties, 23 Jul 2026]
#3010
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.
(a) I, II, IV, III
(b) II, I, III, IV
(c) III, IV, II, I
(d) IV, III, I, II
Explanation: 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]
#3011
Which of the following Republican members of the US House of Representatives voted in favor of the war powers resolution on July 23, 2026?
(a) Warren Davidson
(b) Mike Johnson
(c) Susan Collins
(d) John Fetterman
Explanation: Warren Davidson of Ohio was one of the four Republicans who crossed party lines to support the resolution. Susan Collins is a Senator, and Mike Johnson is the Speaker of the House who did not vote in favor. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017858/us-house-votes-to-curb-trumps-iran-war-powers-but-senate-backs-president, 23 Jul 2026]
#3012
Regarding the evolving landscape of governance and security in Pakistan as of July 30, 2026, consider the following statements:
(a) Only 1 and 2 are correct.
(b) Only 2 and 3 are correct.
(c) Only 1 and 3 are correct.
(d) All statements are correct.
Explanation: Statement 1 is accurate as federal internal security challenges remain high following the Hangu attack; statement 2 reflects the Punjab Revenue Authority's focus on digital taxation through EIMS; and statement 3 correctly identifies the ongoing parliamentary critique surrounding the 27th Constitutional Amendment. All these events reflect contemporary governance challenges in Pakistan. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019442/9-cops-martyred-28-injured-as-police-checkpost-comes-under-attack-in-kps-hangu]
#3013
Who served as the IATA Country Manager for Pakistan during the July 2026 meeting with the Pakistan Airports Authority?
(a) Sheldon Hee
(b) Azhar Azahari
(c) Feroze Jamall
(d) None of these
Explanation: Feroze Jamall is the IATA Country Manager for Pakistan. Sheldon Hee and Azhar Azahari were also present as part of the delegation, but in different regional capacities. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431349/paa-iata-discuss-future-aviation-roadmap, 23 Jul 2026]
#3014
The K2 Airways cargo plane that crashed in July 2026 was identified as which aircraft model?
(a) Airbus A320
(b) Boeing 737-400
(c) Boeing 777-200
(d) None of these
Explanation: The aircraft involved in the incident was a Boeing 737-400 freighter. The other options are incorrect aircraft models. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431349/paa-iata-discuss-future-aviation-roadmap, 23 Jul 2026]
#3015
In which French region were over 20,000 people evacuated due to a fire in a seaside pine forest in July 2026?
(a) Calabria
(b) Cotignac
(c) Le Porge
(d) Bordeaux
Explanation: The massive evacuation of over 20,000 people occurred in the region surrounding Bordeaux, France, where a fire ravaged a dense pine forest. While Le Porge is a specific town within that area, Bordeaux is the primary regional identifier used for the scale of the evacuation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017997/deadly-wildfires-in-europe-force-thousands-to-flee, 24 Jul 2026]
#3016
On July 23, 2026, which US Representative introduced the war powers resolution in the House of Representatives?
(a) Mike Johnson
(b) Pramila Jayapal
(c) Tom Barrett
(d) None of these
Explanation: Representative Pramila Jayapal, a Democrat from Washington, introduced the resolution directing the President to remove US Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran. Mike Johnson is the Speaker of the House, and Tom Barrett is a Republican who voted in favor of the measure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017858/us-house-votes-to-curb-trumps-iran-war-powers-but-senate-backs-president, 23 Jul 2026]
#3017
Who was confirmed as the new leader of the Labour Party on July 17, 2026?
(a) Keir Starmer
(b) Andy Burnham
(c) Nigel Farage
(d) Gordon Brown
Explanation: Andy Burnham was confirmed as the new Labour leader on July 17, 2026, following the resignation of Keir Starmer. Keir Starmer is the predecessor, not the successor. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016211/andy-burnham-elected-new-labour-leader-now-set-to-be-uk-pm, 17 Jul 2026]
#3018
Which stadium in Trinidad is hosting its maiden Test match in July 2026?
(a) Queen's Park Oval
(b) Brian Lara Stadium
(c) Sabina Park
(d) None of these
Explanation: 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]
#3019
Who represented Pakistan at the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers meeting held in July 2026?
(a) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
(b) Mohammad Ishaq Dar
(c) Shah Mahmood Qureshi
(d) None of these
Explanation: Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, serving as the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, represented Pakistan at the meeting. The other individuals listed are former foreign ministers. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431646/pakistan-iran-fms-reaffirm-commitment-to-regional-peace-at-sco-meeting, 24 Jul 2026]
#3020
What specific humanitarian assistance did Pakistan provide to Iran, as acknowledged by the Iranian Foreign Minister in July 2026?
(a) Facilitating the return of Iranian fishermen
(b) Providing emergency medical supplies
(c) Offering technical support for energy infrastructure
(d) None of these
Explanation: Pakistan facilitated the safe transit and return of Iranian fishermen and crew members who had been interdicted. This gesture was explicitly appreciated by the Iranian Foreign Minister during the meeting. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431646/pakistan-iran-fms-reaffirm-commitment-to-regional-peace-at-sco-meeting, 24 Jul 2026]