A Fugitive Insurgency

The TTP’s 2025 report projects an image of renewed strength and nationwide reach. In reality, it reflects a border-bound, fugitive insurgency using inflated statistics and psychological warfare to mask sustained pressure from Pakistan’s intelligence-led counter-terrorism campaign and the regional impact of instability in Afghanistan.
Dancing on the Heads of Snakes

As 2025 ends, Yemen’s anti-Houthi coalition collapses. The Saudi-UAE split leaves rival militias and foreign powers vying for control, deepening the humanitarian crisis.
No United Front: How Regional Failure Blocks Climate Action in South Asia

Despite being one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable regions, South Asia remains deeply fragmented. From failed COP coordination to weak regional institutions, political rivalries and elite interests undermine collective climate action, leaving millions exposed to escalating environmental risks
The Eastern Front: Inside the India-Bangladesh Water dispute

With the 1996 Ganges water treaty ending in 2026, India’s push for reduced water shares and stalled Teesta talks fuel Bangladesh’s fears amid shifting politics and China’s growing influence.
A Contradictory Compassion? India’s Stance on Refugees

India’s provision of humanitarian aid to Afghan refugees repatriated from Pakistan is a recent attempt to showcase its compassion for refugees, especially Afghans. However, this gesture, recognized by the Taliban’s Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation, sharply contrasts with India’s past involvement in the Afghan conflict and its broader history of handling humanitarian crises and refugee […]
Islamabad Briefs Dhaka on India-Pakistan Tensions
![Pakistan updates Bangladesh on rising India-Pakistan tensions, Kashmir attack, and bilateral talks during Dhaka meeting. [Image via Bangla Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Untitled-design-59-124c306c491b810b4ec09d587052ef3b-1024x618.webp)
Pakistan updates Bangladesh on rising India-Pakistan tensions, Kashmir attack, and bilateral talks during Dhaka meeting.
Bangladesh Issues Arrest Warrant for British MP Tulip Siddiq in Corruption Probe
![UK MP Tulip Siddiq faces arrest warrant in Bangladesh over corruption claims linked to her aunt Sheikh Hasina’s regime. [Image via Daily Mirror]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image_85d4c1ca93.webp)
UK MP Tulip Siddiq faces arrest warrant in Bangladesh over corruption claims linked to her aunt Sheikh Hasina’s regime.
Bangladesh to Send Uprising Victims to Pakistan for Treatment
![Bangladesh to send 52 more injured for treatment, including 31 to Pakistan, as July uprising toll nears 800 martyrs. [Image via Dhaka Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/INJURED-JULY-PROTESTS-e3ca7908e4edbfe404fe696b2006244e-1024x618.webp)
Bangladesh to send 52 more injured for treatment, including 31 to Pakistan, as July uprising toll nears 800 martyrs.
Bangladesh’s Yunus Writes Letter to Trump Over New Export Tariffs
![In a letter to Trump, Muhammad Yunus urges tariff delay on Bangladeshi exports, pledging reforms and increased US imports. [Image via BDNews 24]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/yunus-trump-070425-01-1744025162.webp)
In a letter to Trump, Muhammad Yunus urges tariff delay on Bangladeshi exports, pledging reforms and increased US imports.
USTR Flags Digital Trade, Tariff Concerns in Bangladesh
![USTR 2025 report flags high tariffs, corruption, and digital restrictions as major challenges for US businesses in Bangladesh. [Image via The Daily Star]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ustr.webp)
USTR 2025 report flags high tariffs, corruption, and digital restrictions as major challenges for US businesses in Bangladesh.