Syrian and Kurdish-led forces reach a deal to integrate northeastern Syria under state control, ensuring Kurdish rights and a ceasefire.
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![At least seven people were jailed in Bangladesh for raping children in six districts, with one victim's father dying in shock. [Image via The Daily Star]](http://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/child-ezgif.com-webp-to-jpg-converter-245x137.webp)
Six Children Raped In Six Districts In Bangladesh
At least seven people were jailed in Bangladesh for raping children in six districts, with one victim’s father dying in shock.
![Pakistan plans to privatize PIA by July, with Roosevelt Hotel's fate uncertain amid a terminated $228M lease deal in New York. [Image via The Express Tribune]](http://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/pia_42111112-245x137.webp)
Pakistan Commits To PIA Sale By July, Roosevelt Hotel’s Fate Remains Uncertain
Pakistan plans to privatize PIA by July, with Roosevelt Hotel’s fate uncertain amid a terminated $228M lease deal in New York.
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US Terminates Sanctions Waiver For Iraq To Purchase Gas, Electricity From Iran
US ends Iraq’s sanctions waiver for electricity imports of Iran, escalating pressure on Tehran amid renewed nuclear tensions.
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Pakistan, IMF Complete Technical-Level Talks For Next $7 Billion Tranche
Pakistan, IMF discuss next $7 billion tranche, focusing on economic reforms, new taxes, and energy tariffs to meet loan conditions.
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NADRA Unveils Pakistan’s First Dematerialised Digital Identity Card On Its 25th Anniversary
NADRA unveils Pakistan’s first Dematerialised Digital Identity Card, marking a major step in the country’s digital transformation.
![UN Chief Guterres, Prof Yunus to visit Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar on March 14 as part of Ramadan solidarity tour. [Image via The Daily Star]](http://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/compilation_ii_1-245x137.webp)
Bangladesh’s Yunus, UN Chief Scheduled To Visit Rohingya Camp
UN Chief Guterres, Prof Yunus to visit Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar on March 14 as part of Ramadan solidarity tour.
![Nepal’s exports surged 46.5% to Rs127.20B, driven by soybean oil, while high-value goods saw only marginal growth. [Image via Kathmandu Post/File]](http://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/thumb3-245x137.webp)
Nepal’s Exports Surge 46.5%, But High-Value Goods Lag Behind
Nepal’s exports surged 46.5% to Rs127.20B, driven by soybean oil, while high-value goods saw only marginal growth.
BLA’s Jaffar Express Attack: A Disturbing Shift in Terrorist Tactics
BLA’s Jaffar Express attack marks a major escalation. Can Pakistan counter the threat and address internal security lapses?
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Sri Lanka’s Women Boxers Stranded After Serbia Visa Denial
Sri Lanka’s women boxers miss IBA World Championship in Serbia due to visa complications and lack of financial support.
