Foreign Ministers of Iran and Pakistan Hold Consultations on the Sidelines of the D8 Summit in Cairo
![Iran and Pakistan's Foreign Ministers discuss regional issues, Israeli aggression, and D8 summit outcomes in Cairo. [Image via Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2024121821594296847251683-1024x1024.webp)
Iran and Pakistan’s Foreign Ministers discuss regional issues, Israeli aggression, and D8 summit outcomes in Cairo.
Bangladesh Ex-Minister Acquitted of India Rebel Gun-Running
![Bangladesh court acquits ex-minister Lutfuzzaman Babar of gun-running charges, citing lack of credible evidence. [Image via The News/Facebook@LutfozzamanBabar]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1263102_9185344_bababar_akhbar.webp)
Bangladesh court acquits ex-minister Lutfuzzaman Babar of gun-running charges, citing lack of credible evidence.
D-8 Summit 2024: Leaders Focus on Economic Cooperation
![D-8 Summit 2024: Leaders gather to enhance economic ties and discuss global challenges, with focus on Gaza and Lebanon. [Image via APP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1-148-768x498-1.webp)
D-8 Summit 2024: Leaders gather to enhance economic ties and discuss global challenges, with focus on Gaza and Lebanon.
Betting App Racket Linked to Pakistan Uncovered by ED
![ED uncovers Pakistani link in Magicwin betting app case; raids reveal money transfers routed through Dubai. [Representational Image via NDTV]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/bgcj2ct8_casino-generic_625x300_18_December_24.webp)
ED uncovers Pakistani link in Magicwin betting app case; raids reveal money transfers routed through Dubai.
U.S. Sanctions on Pakistan’s Missile Program : Impacts and Geopolitics
![U.S. sanctions on Pakistan’s missile program intensify regional tensions and raise concerns over fairness and effectiveness. [Image via REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro].](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/JMHG3K3TUVLE3N6D2BRYEYQURA-1-1024x1024.webp)
U.S. sanctions on Pakistan’s missile program intensify regional tensions and raise concerns over fairness and effectiveness.
JD Vance: From “Never Trump Guy” to Vice President
![President-elect Trump with Melania, Senator JD Vance, and wife Usha at the RNC in Milwaukee, July 18. [Image via Carolyn Kaster / AP].](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/241030-donald-trump-melania-jd-vance-usha-ew-619p-409d88.webp)
From Trump critic to VP pick, the evolution of JD Vance is a key 2024 moment. As Trump prepares for 2025, what impact will Vance have on U.S. policy?
Why Pakistani Parliamentarians Must Embrace Science and Technology
![Pakistan needs science and technology literate policy makers to address climate change, digital regulation, and healthcare for a sustainable future [Representational Image via The Week Magazine]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image-1024x675.webp)
Pakistan needs science and technology literate policy makers to address climate change, digital regulation, and healthcare for a sustainable future
Goa Offshore Casinos Granted ‘Final’ Extension Till 2027
![Goa government extends offshore casinos operations in Mandovi River until March 2027 amid relocation challenges [Representational Image via Indian Express]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/GAMBLING-2_463086.webp)
Goa government extends offshore casinos operations in Mandovi River until March 2027 amid relocation challenges
Hamida Banu Reunited with Family After 22 Years in Pakistan
![Hamida Banu, missing for 22 years, was found in Pakistan and reunited with her family after a YouTube video discovery. [Image via BBC]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/69fe7c60-bd25-11ef-bf47-953e7325b283.jpg.webp)
Hamida Banu, missing for 22 years, was found in Pakistan and reunited with her family after a YouTube video discovery.
India and China Resume Talks to Ease Himalayan Border Dispute
![India and China resume high-level talks on their border dispute, focusing on peace, disengagement, and future cooperation. [Image via Al Jazeera]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7ebad488166b4c79850ba9513a37950a_18.webp)
India and China resume high-level talks on their border dispute, focusing on peace, disengagement, and future cooperation.