February 12, 2025 - South Asia Times

Elon Musk and Zalmay Khalilzad Advocate for Closure of U.S.-Funded Media Outlets

Elon Musk, Zalmay Khalilzad call for shutting down VOA, RFE/RL, sparking debate on U.S. government-funded media.

Modi’s US visit aims to shape India-US relations under Trump’s second term, focusing on trade, defense, and key challenges.

Kashmiris fear losing orchards as India’s mega projects threaten land, livelihoods, and regional demographics.

Aman-2025 multinational maritime exercise ends with a grand fleet review, showcasing naval drills, flypasts, and maneuvers.

Modi’s visit to the U.S. under Trump 2.0 navigates tariffs, immigration, and Indo-Pacific strategy in a high-stakes reset.

Bangladesh’s Operation Devil Hunt leads to 2,258 arrests nationwide to curb unrest and restore public safety.

Saudi Shura Council member criticizes Trump’s Gaza plan, suggests relocating Israelis to Alaska, Greenland.

Leopard killings surge in Pakistan due to human-wildlife conflict, deforestation, and lack of compensation for victims.