Banned reusable syringes available in Pakistan despite rise in hepatitis cases: Report

IANS | May 3, 2026 8:24 PM

Islamabad, May 3 (IANS) The WHO's Global Hepatitis Report 2026 has revealed that Pakistan is the single largest contributor to the number of people living with hepatitis C in the world, even as field reports from different parts of the country revealed continued availability of banned reusable syringes and fake auto-disable syringes in the market, which experts fear can cause transmission of hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV, when used repeatedly by unqualified practitioners.

Iran wants guarantees of non-aggression from US

IANS | May 3, 2026 8:10 PM

Tehran, May 3 (IANS) Iran wants guarantees of non-aggression and the withdrawal of US military forces from the areas surrounding it in its response to the United States’ nine-point proposal, local media reported on Sunday.