OpenAI Whistleblower Suchir Balaji Ends Life in San Francisco
![Ex-OpenAI employee Suchir Balaji, 26, dies by apparent suicide in San Francisco after whistleblowing on AI copyright issues. [Image via Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2024-12-13T211914Z_640569767_RC2LU7AD0170_RTRMADP_3_OPENAI-MUSK-LAWSUIT-1024x675.webp)
Ex-OpenAI employee Suchir Balaji, 26, dies by apparent suicide in San Francisco after whistleblowing on AI copyright issues.
Al-Qaeda Affiliates Targeting Weak States: Implications for Pakistan
![Al-Qaeda affiliates like Al-Shabaab are targeting weak states. Pakistan must strengthen its stability, collaborate regionally, and address extremism’s root causes. [Image via Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/WO-AN333_AQSYRI_P_20130409185847.webp)
Al-Qaeda affiliates like Al-Shabaab are targeting weak states. Pakistan must strengthen its stability, collaborate regionally, and address extremism’s root causes.
How United States Aid to Afghanistan Fuels Terrorism Risks

Billions in aid to Afghanistan raise concerns over accountability, misuse, and the Taliban’s management, casting doubt on international efforts.
Demolished Homes: The Suffering of Indian Muslims
![Across India, Muslim families saw their home demolished without warning, plunging them into despair and lasting hardship. [Image via Al Jazeera]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Javed-Mohammed-1734074985.webp)
Across India, Muslim families saw their home demolished without warning, plunging them into despair and lasting hardship.
Gukesh Beats Ding to Become Youngest Chess World Champion
![India's Gukesh Dommaraju defeats Ding Liren of China to become the youngest undisputed chess world champion in a dramatic 14-game match. [Image via AFP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/AFP__20241212__36Q96XX__v1__HighRes__Chess2024ChnIndSin-1734011279.webp)
India’s Gukesh Dommaraju defeats Ding Liren of China to become the youngest undisputed chess world champion in a dramatic 14-game match.
Pakistan, EU Strengthen Ties at 14th Joint Commission Meeting
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Pakistan and EU reinforce cooperation on key issues at the 14th Joint Commission meeting, focusing on trade and human rights.
Attaullah Tarar Discusses Media Ties with TRT World in Turkiye
![Attaullah Tarar visits TRT World, discusses media collaboration, cultural documentaries, and tourism promotion. [Image via Radio Pakistan]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/15501611821734072776.webp)
Attaullah Tarar visits TRT World, discusses media collaboration, cultural documentaries, and tourism promotion.
ISKP’s Threat to AIG: What’s at Stake for Afghanistan?
![ISKP’s threat to the Afghan Interim Government grows, exposing strategic vulnerabilities, internal divisions, and regional security challenges. [Image via unsplash photos]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image001-1024x653-1.webp)
ISKP’s threat is pushing Afghanistan into chaos. The assassination of a top Taliban leader exposes deep vulnerabilities in AIG’s control.
Pakistan’s Military Courts Allowed to Announce Verdicts in May 9 Riots Cases
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Pakistan’s Supreme Court allows military courts to announce verdicts in May 9 riots cases, affecting Imran Khan’s supporters.