Strikes hit Iran but nuclear risks remain: IAEA chief

IANS | March 22, 2026 9:39 PM

Washington, March 22 (IANS) Notwithstanding the significant military damage to Iran's nuclear infrastructure, core risks remain intact, including enriched uranium stockpiles and the country’s ability to rebuild its programme according to the UN nuclear watchdog.

Climate change devastates rivers, livestock and crops in Pakistan: Report

IANS | March 22, 2026 8:34 PM

Islamabad, March 22 (IANS) Pakistan is one of the most climate-vulnerable nations in the world, with climate change posing an existential threat to its agriculture and food chain, according to the Pakistan Economic Survey 2024-25 and recent World Bank assessments, and the crisis is devastating its rivers, coasts, livestock and crops, threatening food security and livelihoods, as per a report in the local media.

India's stance on US-Israel conflict with Iran reflects pragmatism: Report

IANS | March 22, 2026 8:14 PM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) India's stance on the ongoing US-Israel operations against Iran demonstrates pragmatism instead of a muted, passive response as it neither limits New Delhi's prospects for engagement in the Middle East nor damages its ties with partners in the region, as per a report.

Shop to Enterprise: Patna youth see jump in business and fortunes, courtesy PMEGP

IANS | March 22, 2026 7:59 PM

Patna, March 22 (IANS) Ashok Kumar, a resident of Bihar's Sheikhpura district who once barely managed to make ends meet by running a small shop, is running a successful entrepreneurial venture in the city. He attributes his success to the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) – a central government scheme, which assists prospective beneficiaries in establishing new micro-enterprises primarily with small project costs, facilitated through small loans.

PM Modi's longest stint reflects people's trust: Chirag Paswan

IANS | March 22, 2026 7:28 PM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) On Prime Minister Narendra Modi becoming the longest-serving head of government in the country, Union Minister Chirag Paswan expressed his admiration for the milestone, saying it reflects not only the Prime Minister’s leadership but also the trust and faith of the people of India.