Salang Pass closed due to heavy snowfall, storms
Travelers have been urged to remain in safe locations and to avoid traveling through the pass unless absolutely necessary....
Feminist groups urge boycott of cricket matches with Afghanistan
“We call on Australia to cancel all its matches with Afghanistan’s men’s teams,” the group said....
Taliban say Pakistan conducted mortar attacks on border villages
Taliban said they responded “intensely” to the attacks....
Pakistan’s foreign minister blames predecessors for TTP resurgence
Speaking during a briefing, Mr. Dar attributed the re-entry of 35,000 to 40,000 TTP fighters to poorly considered policies, including decisions reportedly made ...
India declines to confirm Rohit Sharma’s participation in fifth Test against Australia
“Everything is fine with Rohit, and I don’t think there’s anything traditional about this,” Gambhir said....
India: Toxic waste from 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy finally moved for disposal after four decades
NEW DELHI — Nearly 40 years after the catastrophic 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy that claimed over 5,000 lives, Indian authorities have completed the removal of tox...
Taliban publicly flog man in Baghlan
The man was given 39 lashes and sentenced to one year and two months in prison...
First snowfall blankets Kabul
For many, the snowfall evoked memories of old Kabul, when winter was celebrated with community gatherings....