A third employee, however, noted that their salary had been paid in full, though it was delayed by over two.

The move follows an earlier directive by Taliban leader to reduce the size of the country’s civil service and security.

In a public notice, Taliban said registration for the exam will remain open until May 30.

The reason for the arrest remains unclear, according to several individuals close to him.

The source said that discussions between Iranian officials and Taliban are ongoing but have yet to yield any tangible outcome.

Since taking power in August 2021, Taliban have not published a national budget, leaving the public in the dark about.

There has also been no disclosure of projected revenues or spending ceilings.

The move sidelines the Ministry of Finance and centralizes decision-making in Hibatullah's stronghold in Kandahar.

The arrests took place in the village of Tankhoy, located in the Darah district of Panjshir.

The move, part of a broader plan to reduce the size of government institutions, is expected to be implemented in.