Rocket scientist V. Narayanan named ISRO chief, to lead India’s ambitious space goals, including moon and space station plans.
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Women Require Permission from Husbands or Parents for Haj: CII
Women must seek permission from husbands or parents to perform Haj, says Pakistan’s Religious Affairs Ministry.
![Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia leaves Dhaka for medical treatment in London, battling serious health issues. [Image via AP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/4561450-401625621-320x179.webp)
Bangladesh’s Ailing Former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia Leaves Country for Treatment in London
Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia leaves Dhaka for medical treatment in London, battling serious health issues.
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NIPS Hosts Seminar to Strengthen Pak-US Relations
NUST’s NIPS hosts keynote on Pak-US relations, highlighting cooperation in peace, trade, and knowledge diplomacy for regional stability.
![MK Stalin announces $1 million prize to decipher the Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) script, marking its centenary. [Image via Hindustan Times]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tamil-Nadu-chief-minister-MK-Stalin-at-the-confere_1736101974879-320x179.webp)
Stalin Offers $1 Million Reward for Decipherin IVC Script
MK Stalin announces $1 million prize to decipher the Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) script, marking its centenary.
![PM Shehbaz Sharif highlights initiatives for visually impaired education on World Braille Day, fostering inclusivity in Pakistan. [Image via APP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Shehbaz-Sharif-condoles-320x179.webp)
Pakistan PM: Empowering Through Education on World Braille Day
PM Shehbaz Sharif highlights initiatives for visually impaired education on World Braille Day, fostering inclusivity in Pakistan.
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Pakistan’s Efforts to Transform from Nuclear to Economic Power
Pakistan’s efforts to boost diplomacy and investment, transitioning from a nuclear power to an economic powerhouse.
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PTI Seeks More Time for Consultation with Imran Khan Ahead of Key Meeting
PTI requests additional time to consult Imran Khan before finalizing demands for the upcoming key negotiation meeting.
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Internet Disruptions due to Fault in Submarine Cable: PTA
PTA reports a fault in the submarine cable near Qatar, causing widespread internet disruptions and slow speeds in Pakistan.
![Rikta Akhter Banu Learning Disability School empowers children with disabilities, fostering inclusion and education in Bangladesh. [Image via Arab News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/4559758-1032240617-320x179.webp)
Rikta Akhter Banu Learning Disability School Breaks Stigma in Bangladesh
Rikta Akhter Banu Learning Disability School empowers children with disabilities, fostering inclusion and education in Bangladesh.
