Pakistan’s Military Courts Allowed to Announce Verdicts in May 9 Riots Cases
![Pakistan’s Supreme Court allows military courts to announce verdicts in May 9 riots cases, affecting Imran Khan’s supporters. [Image via AFP/File]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/4554397-1738117703.webp)
Pakistan’s Supreme Court allows military courts to announce verdicts in May 9 riots cases, affecting Imran Khan’s supporters.
Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Dialogue With Afghanistan
![Pakistan desires dialogue with Afghanistan to resolve issues, including TTP sanctuaries and regional security concerns. [Image via Dawn]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/130809384c46f10.webp)
Pakistan desires dialogue with Afghanistan to resolve issues, including TTP sanctuaries and regional security concerns.
Whenever BJP and Congress Want, They Disrupt House, says Kalyan Banerjee
![TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee blames BJP and Congress for disrupting Parliament, amidst ongoing political tensions. [Image via PTI]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/kalyan-2cols.webp)
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee blames BJP and Congress for disrupting Parliament, amidst ongoing political tensions.
Pakistan Stresses Turning Existing Goodwill With Bangladesh into ‘Tangible Cooperation’
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Pakistan’s PM calls to translate existing goodwill into tangible cooperation, following improved relations with Bangladesh.
Japanese Government Grants $3m for Pakistan Polio Effort
![Japanese government pledges $3.1M grant for Pakistan's polio eradication, boosting vaccine campaigns to achieve zero cases by mid-2025. [Representational Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/726969-polio-1403737794.webp)
Japanese government pledges $3.1M grant for Pakistan’s polio eradication, boosting vaccine campaigns to achieve zero cases by mid-2025.
Khalil Haqqani’s Death: Kabul Blast Shocks Afghanistan
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Khalil Haqqani’s death in a Kabul explosion exposes leadership rifts in the Afghan interim government and raises concerns about ISKP’s role.
Two MoUs Signed at Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Commission
![Two MoUs signed at the Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Commission to enhance trade, energy, and regional cooperation. [Image via Arab News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/4553980-797160265.webp)
Two MoUs signed at the Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Commission to enhance trade, energy, and regional cooperation.
Champions Trophy: No Agreement Reached on ‘Hybrid’ Format
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No agreement reached on ‘hybrid’ format for 2025 Champions Trophy as India and Pakistan clash over venue and conditions.
UN Committee Notes Blasphemy Law Abuse in Pakistan
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The UN urges Pakistan to amend its blasphemy law amid rising violence, with false accusations fueling mob attacks and persecution.