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
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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.
APHC Accuses BJP of Exploiting Kashmir, Calls for Intervention
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APHC condemns BJP for exploiting resources of Kashmir and calls for international intervention in the dispute
Pakistan, Bangladesh Agree to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
![Pakistan and Bangladesh agree to enhance bilateral cooperation in trade, cultural exchanges, and multilateral forums [Image via Radio Pakistan]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1692679081734598125.webp)
Pakistan and Bangladesh agree to enhance bilateral cooperation in trade, cultural exchanges, and multilateral forums
Hindutva: A Civilisational Gerrymandering of India
![India’s history has always been diverse, yet Hindutva seeks to rewrite it through civilisational gerrymandering of India. [Image via Shutterstock]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/SAT-Web-Banners-13-1024x1024.webp)
India’s history has always been diverse, yet Hindutva seeks to rewrite it through civilisational gerrymandering of India.
Navy Speedboat Collides with Ferry off Mumbai Coast, 13 Dead
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A Navy speedboat collides with a ferry off Mumbai, resulting in 13 deaths and multiple injuries. Rescue efforts underway.