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.​

Bangladesh faces LDC graduation setback amid economic instability

IANS | April 6, 2026 9:31 PM

Dhaka, April 6 (IANS) Bangladesh faces significant challenges in preparing to graduate from the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) list amid current macroeconomic instability and weak performance even as discussions continue on pre-graduation risks, local media reported.

Human sale remains dark blot on Pakistan’s conscience: Report

IANS | April 6, 2026 9:28 PM

Islamabad, April 6 (IANS) The recent detention of a former Elite Force officer, who is believed to have been involved in the 2023 Greek boat capsize incident, showcases Pakistan government's laidback approach to human trafficking, a report has stated.

Pakistan lacks coherent plan to combat HIV as cases continue to rise: Report

IANS | April 6, 2026 8:05 PM

Islamabad, April 6 (IANS) Recent reports have indicated that Pakistan has 84,421 registered HIV/AIDS patients, with Punjab province recording the most number of cases, followed by Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan and the Islamabad Capital Territory. Healthcare authorities in Pakistan must create a coherent and sustained plan to combat HIV, a report has cautioned.

Israel will continue with full force on all fronts until threat is removed: Netanyahu

IANS | April 6, 2026 7:52 PM

Jerusalem, April 6 (IANS): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday vowed that Israel will continue its assault on Iran with full force on all fronts until the threat is removed and the war's objectives are fulfilled. Netanyahu expressed Israel's resolve while welcoming the killing of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) head of intelligence Majid Khademi and Commander of Unit 840 in the Quds Force, Asghar Bagheri.