ISLAMABAD: The state of affairs at the National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (Neeca) has become a true depiction of the country’s energy sector challenges. The government has suddenly notified abolition of key executive positions at Neeca, the agency tasked with efficiency and conservation of the energy sector that was already extremely understaffed — operating with just 10 members against …

LONDON: An ad launched by the Conservative party ahead of the mayoral polls in London, in May, stirred controversy. The ad was eventually deleted, after it posted misinformation targeting the incumbent London mayor, Sadiq Khan. In a bid to discredit Khan, the video posted to X (formerly Twitter), in support of Tory mayoral candidate Susan Hall, had shown scenes of …

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has joined other nations in urging for the prompt implementation of a UN Security Council (UNSC) resolution that calls for a Ramazan ceasefire, paving the way for a lasting and sustainable peace in Gaza. Alongside the ceasefire, the resolution underscores the necessity for the immediate, unconditional release of all prisoners. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has said …

KARACHI: For the last three months, the rupee continued appreciating against the US dollar, reaching close to Rs277 in the interbank market on Tuesday amid hopes for fresh inflows from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). However, a surge in terrorist attacks in the country and the killing of five Chinese engineers associated with the Dasu hydropower project could shatter the …

Calls emerged from various quarters on Wednesday for a probe into allegations made by six Islamabad High Court (IHC) judges against interference in judicial affairs by the country’s intelligence apparatus. On Tuesday, six IHC judges — out of a total strength of eight — wrote a startling letter to the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) members, regarding attempts to pressure judges through abduction …

ISLAMABAD: The state of affairs prevailing in the educational institutions across the country on Tuesday forced a group of teachers to approach the Supreme Court by highlighting that a high proportion of public sector universities is functioning without legally appointed vice chancellors (VCs). The petition has been moved by the All Public Universities BPS Teachers Association (APUBTA) through its president, …

SHANGLA / ISLAMABAD: China has demanded a thorough probe into the deadly blast and security for its citizens after five Chinese nationals working on the Dasu dam project perished in a suicide bombing in Bisham on Tuesday. In response, Islamabad has announced a swift probe to hold the “perpetrators and accomplices” accountable for the attack. Besides five Chinese citizens, one …

ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan has once again call­ed for a judicial inquiry into the May 9 violence and the Feb 8 elections. He also urged the Chief Justice of Pakistan to hear the petitions filed by the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI). Mr Khan made the appeals while speaking to journalists after attending a court hearing in the 190 million pound …

A resident of Dallas has become the inaugural big winner of the Texas Lottery scratch-off game Luxe, securing a grand prize of $5 million. According to the Texas Lottery, the winning $50 scratch-off ticket was bought at the 7-Eleven store located on Hillcrest Avenue in University Park. While the winner has chosen to remain anonymous, they are anticipated to receive …

On Monday, Lone Star Park hosted its annual National Anthem auditions at the Grand Prairie racetrack. Aspiring soloists, duets, and instrumentalists took their turns in front of the microphone positioned near the winner’s circle while NBC 5 photojournalist Kevin Stewart captured the auditions. Participants were required to memorize the lyrics of “The Star-Spangled Banner” prior to the audition and perform …