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#961
Which 'Sentinel' satellite, part of the Copernicus program, was scheduled for launch in June 2025 to continue radar imaging?
(a) Sentinel-2C
(b) Sentinel-1D
(c) Sentinel-5P
(d) Sentinel-3B
Explanation: Sentinel-1D is a C-band Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite scheduled for launch in 2025 to ensure the continuity of radar data for the Copernicus environmental program.
#962
In 2025, which platform was noted for being the 'biggest beneficiary' of the X (Twitter) ban in Pakistan?
(a) Mastodon
(b) Telegram
(c) Bluesky
(d) Truth Social
Explanation: Reports from 2025 indicated that Telegram saw a massive surge in downloads and user base in Pakistan, becoming a primary alternative for communication following restrictions on X (Twitter).
#963
The 'Genesis Mission', launched by the US in late 2025, aims to unite which two fields?
(a) Space and Oceanography
(b) AI and Science
(c) Military and Education
(d) Crypto and Banking
Explanation: The Genesis Mission is a US initiative launched to integrate Artificial Intelligence resources with scientific research data to accelerate discovery and innovation.
#964
What is the name of the location-based social app that gained traction in 2025 for redefining networking?
(a) Jagat
(b) Zenly 2
(c) MapChat
(d) GeoSocial
Explanation: Jagat is a social platform that gained popularity in 2025, focusing on location-based interactions and allowing users to see friends' real-time activities on a map.
#965
The 'Blue Ghost' mission 1, scheduled for 2025, is a lunar lander developed by which private company?
(a) SpaceX
(b) Firefly Aerospace
(c) Blue Origin
(d) Astrobotic
Explanation: Blue Ghost is a lunar lander developed by Firefly Aerospace. Its first mission was scheduled for 2025 to deliver NASA payloads to the Moon's Mare Crisium.
#966
In 2025, Pakistan's IT Minister announced that the country had become the 9th largest market for what?
(a) Semiconductors
(b) Mobile App Downloads
(c) 5G Towers
(d) Crypto trading
Explanation: Data released in 2025 highlighted that Pakistan had become the 9th largest market globally for mobile app downloads, reflecting its rapidly growing digital user base.
#967
Which new feature did 'WhatsApp' add in late 2025 to resemble Instagram?
(a) Reels
(b) Activity Notes on Profiles
(c) Stories
(d) Filters
Explanation: WhatsApp introduced 'Activity Notes' (or just Notes) to user profiles, a feature similar to Instagram Notes, allowing users to share short text updates with contacts.
#968
Which 'WorldView' satellite constellation by Maxar saw new launches in 2025?
(a) Legion
(b) Discovery
(c) Pioneer
(d) Vantage
Explanation: Maxar Technologies launched satellites for its 'WorldView Legion' constellation in 2025, which provides high-frequency, high-resolution Earth imagery.
#969
Which upcoming European launcher is set to carry the 'Galileo' navigation satellites in late 2025?
(a) Ariane 5
(b) Ariane 6
(c) Vega C
(d) Falcon 9
Explanation: The Ariane 6, Europe's new heavy-lift launch vehicle, is scheduled to deploy Galileo navigation satellites as part of its early missions.
#970
Which platform won a spot as a finalist for the '2025 App Store Awards' in the Apple TV category for its accessibility?
(a) Netflix
(b) HBO Max
(c) Disney+
(d) Hulu
Explanation: HBO Max was recognized as a finalist in the 2025 App Store Awards for its streaming service and specifically for prioritizing accessibility.
#971
In which city will the 35th National Games of Pakistan be held in December 2025?
(a) Lahore
(b) Islamabad
(c) Karachi
(d) Peshawar
Explanation: The 35th National Games of Pakistan are scheduled to take place in Karachi from December 6 to 13, 2025.
#972
Which sport was controversially removed from the schedule of the 35th National Games (2025)?
(a) Cycling
(b) Boxing
(c) Swimming
(d) Badminton
Explanation: Cycling was removed from the 35th National Games schedule due to internal disputes within the federation, causing significant controversy.
#973
Arshad Nadeem won a Gold medal at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships held in:
(a) Bangkok, Thailand
(b) Gumi, South Korea
(c) Hangzhou, China
(d) Doha, Qatar
Explanation: Arshad Nadeem continued his winning streak by securing Gold at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, with a throw of 86.40m.
#974
Arshad Nadeem won the Gold medal at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games held in:
(a) Konya
(b) Baku
(c) Riyadh
(d) Tehran
Explanation: Arshad Nadeem successfully defended his title by winning Gold at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
#975
Who is the current President of the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) as of 2025?
(a) Arif Hasan
(b) Arif Saeed
(c) Qasim Zia
(d) Fehmida Mirza
Explanation: Arif Saeed was elected as the new President of the Pakistan Olympic Association, succeeding Lt Gen (retd) Arif Hasan.
#976
In 2025, the Pakistan Sports Board overturned a lifetime ban on which athletics coach?
(a) Salman Iqbal Butt
(b) Tariq Sidhu
(c) Akram Sahi
(d) Nadeem Khan
Explanation: The PSB overturned the lifetime ban on coach Salman Iqbal Butt, allowing him to resume coaching duties.
#977
Which of these events is Arshad Nadeem scheduled to compete in during September 2025?
(a) World Athletics Championships (Tokyo)
(b) Diamond League Final
(c) National Games
(d) South Asian Games
Explanation: The 2025 World Athletics Championships are scheduled for September in Tokyo, where Arshad Nadeem is a top contender.
#978
Which country will host the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy?
(a) India
(b) Pakistan
(c) Sri Lanka
(d) Bangladesh
Explanation: Pakistan is the designated host for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.
#979
Who is the current President of FIFA (as of 2024-2025)?
(a) Sepp Blatter
(b) Gianni Infantino
(c) Michel Platini
(d) Aleksander Čeferin
Explanation: Gianni Infantino is the current President of FIFA, serving since 2016.
#980
Which athlete broke the 37-year-old women's high jump world record in July 2024 by clearing 2.10 meters?
(a) Blanka Vlašić
(b) Stefka Kostadinova
(c) Yaroslava Mahuchikh
(d) Nicola Olyslagers
Explanation: Ukrainian high jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh set a new world record of 2.10 meters at the Paris Diamond League, breaking Stefka Kostadinova's 1987 record of 2.09 meters.