IDF destroys over 35 missile storage and launch facilities in Iran

IANS | June 20, 2025 4:18 PM

Tel Aviv, June 20 (IANS) The Israel Defence Force (IDF) has announced that over 35 missile storage and launch facilities in the Tiberias and Kermanshah areas of Iran have been destroyed in attacks conducted by more than 25 Israeli Air Force fighter jets on Friday morning.

Award-winning economist arrested in Bangladesh

IANS | June 19, 2025 9:28 PM

Dhaka, June 19 (IANS) Bangladesh's former State Minister for Planning, Shamsul Alam, was arrested on Thursday by Dhaka Police as the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus continues its campaign of targetting Awami League leaders.

Pakistan’s human rights commission slams federal budget

IANS | June 19, 2025 9:21 PM

Islamabad, June 19 (IANS) The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has severely criticised country's federal budget 2025-2026, expressing deep concerns about its implications on the economic and social rights of the most vulnerable communities.