Afghanistan: Women struggle against Taliban restrictions on jobs, education
Women said are grappling with the severe economic and psychological hardships stemming from job deprivation and a growing reliance on male family members....
Torkham crossing remains closed days after clashes disrupt trade
Torkham serves as the central transit hub for travelers and the transportation of goods between Pakistan and landlocked Afghanistan....
Watchdog accuses Taliban of committing gender persecution amounting to crimes against humanity
The watchdog has asked the Taliban to dismantle all forms of repression and discrimination that infringe upon the fundamental rights of women and girls....
Record rainfall strikes Hong Kong, prompting flash floods, landslides
In light of the "extensive flooding and severe traffic disruptions," all schools remained closed on Friday, as declared by the government....
Security tight in New Delhi as G20 leaders arrive for summit
Security was stepped up in New Delhi on Friday as leaders of G20 countries began arriving for this weekend’s summit in the Indian capital....
New school year starts across multiple provinces but not for girls
While boys return to school, more than two million girls above Grade 6 continue to be deprived of an education across Afghanistan...
Amu 8pm News 7 September 2023
Mujahid blamed Pakistani forces for initiating the clash, adding that the incident is under investigation....
MAWJ: Interview with Shaharzad Akbar
In this program, host Mutalib Feraji interviews Shaharzad Akbar, former chairperson of the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission...