Explanation

As per Informa Connect Academy report titled "2024 Trillion Dollar Club", Tesla Motors and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk is most likely to become the world's first trillionaire by 2027.

As per Bloomberg Billionaires Index released on 12 September 2024, Elon Musk is currently the richest person in the world with a net worth of UDS 248 billion. 

Elon Musk belongs to the USA

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Explanation

As per the report Pakistani economy will grow by 3.4% in 2025

The world economy will grow by 2.8% in 2025

The report titled ‘World Economic Situation and Prospects Report’ released in January 2025 by the United Nations (UN)

Explanation

Tahir Yaqoob Bhatti is the Current President & CEO of Zarai Tarqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL).

He was appointed as CEO on  August 31, 2023.

Bhatti is high profile banker with his experience spanning over 35 years.

He has been part of senior management teams of Askari Bank, ABL and Faisal Bank.

Explanation

About Prince Karim Aga Khan (spiritual leader of the Ismaili community)

Born: Dec 13, 1936 in Geneva

In 1957, he became the imam of the Ismailis at the age of 20 after the death of his grandfather

He is known for his work development work around the world

He died on 04 February 2025

Dying place: Lisbon, Portugal

Aged: 88

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Explanation

About Prince Karim Aga Khan (spiritual leader of the Ismaili community)

Born: Dec 13, 1936 in Geneva

In 1957, he became the imam of the Ismailis at the age of 20 after the death of his grandfather

He is known for his work development work around the world

He died on 04 February 2025

Dying place: Lisbon, Portugal

Aged: 88

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Explanation

NATO will to set up a new land command in Finland near the Russian border in 2025.

Purpose: To lead land force operations in northern Europe during potential military conflicts.

Finland joined NATO in 2023 and is preparing for the alliance’s presence on its territory.

Additional Info About NATO

Full Form: North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

Founded: 1949

Type: Military Alliance

Members: 32

HQ: Brussels, Belgium.

Explanation

In the Henley Passport Index released in January 2025,

Pakistan's passport was ranked 103rd, tied with Yemen.

Topper: Singapore

Bottom: Afghanistan

Pakistan rank: 103rd

Additional Information:

As per the above ranking, the Pakistani passport has visa-free access to 33 states

This means Pakistani passport holders can travel to 33 countries without the requirement of a visa

The Henley Passport Index is released by the firm Henley & Partners, based in the UK

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Explanation

Know about Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024

Edition: 9th

Started: 17 Feb 2024

Ended: 18 Mar 2024

Champions: Islamabad United (3rd title)

Runners-up: Multan Sultans

Participants: 6

Matches: 34

Final venue: National Stadium, Karachi 

Hanif Muhammad Cap winner: Babar Azam

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Explanation

About Costas Simitis

Born: June 1936

He served as PM of Greece from 1996 to 2004

He played a significant role in the integration of Cyprus into the EU

He died on 5 January 2025 at the age of 88.

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