Trump sets deadline, warns Iran of strikes​

IANS | April 7, 2026 12:54 AM

Washington, April 7 (IANS) U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a final deadline to Iran to reach a deal, warning of sweeping military action if talks fail, as tensions in West Asia escalate with global energy and security implications.​

Trump eyes Iran oil as war spoils​

IANS | April 7, 2026 12:48 AM

Washington, April 7 (IANS) President Donald Trump has said the United States could take control of Iranian oil resources as part of the outcome of the ongoing conflict, framing it as a potential economic return for military action.​

US touts military dominance after Iran rescue​

IANS | April 7, 2026 12:40 AM

Washington, April 7 (IANS) The operation to rescue fighter pilots projected military dominance, with top officials asserting that it demonstrated unmatched capability and warning adversaries of America’s reach.​

Trump cites nuclear threat, signals Iran endgame​

IANS | April 6, 2026 9:48 PM

Washington, April 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Monday defended the war with Iran, saying it is aimed at stopping Tehran from getting nuclear weapons and could end quickly if conditions are met.​

Canada's anti-hate bill offers ray of hope amid rising Khalistani extremism

IANS | April 6, 2026 5:27 PM

Ottawa, April 6 (IANS) Canada's recent legislation, Bill C-9, the 'Combatting Hate Act', directly addresses the kinds of incidents promoted by Khalistani extremists that have caused concern among Indian diaspora communities by criminalising the intimidation or obstruction of individuals seeking to access religious or cultural spaces, a report said on Monday.

Asif’s Kolkata threat under lens; agencies suspect bid to incite terror in West Bengal

Vicky Nanjappa | April 6, 2026 1:30 PM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) India’s security agencies are closely examining the remarks made by Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, where he made a reference to Kolkata. Asif warned that if India attempted any 'false flag operation', then Pakistan’s response would extend to Kolkata. "If India tries to stage any false flag operation this time then God-willing, we will take it to Kolkata," Asif said.