Terrorist attacks claim nearly 1,000 lives in Pakistan in 2023: Report
The report identified the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and southwestern Baluchistan provinces, both bordering Afghanistan
South Asia
Afghanistan
2023: Taliban’s domestic, foreign policy and UN’s engagement
In 2023, the Taliban insisted on normalization and recognition, ignoring demands for an inclusive government and lifting restrictions on women.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan in 2023: Immigration crisis new challenge for Afghans
Iran continued deporting Afghan immigrants throughout the year, with the state news agency IRNA reporting that 328,000 were sent back in the first six months.
South Asia
Five militants near Afghan border, Pakistan army says
The overnight operation, described as "intelligence-based," occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Sports
Former Indian cricketer criticizes ACB’s sanction on three players
"It's wrong to deny these players their livelihoods,” former Indian opener Aakash Chopra said.
Afghanistan
Herat earthquake survivors await swift reconstruction of homes as winter looms
Tents still house hundreds of families, but the promise of new shelters is on the horizon as reconstruction work gains momentum.
Afghanistan
New school opens in Ghazni’s Nawa district after two decades
Local families report having sent their children to other districts for education before this establishment.
Art & Culture
Activists celebrate Yalda Night in Afghanistan
Yalda Night, an ancient ritual of Aryan culture, was celebrated this year in various parts of Afghanistan, Iran, and several other countries.
Afghanistan
Taliban orders review of university libraries for ‘ideological content’
Shukrullah Wahdat, head of the Department of Invitation and Guidance under the Taliban's Ministry of Higher Education, signed the official letter.
Sports
Urgent call for completion of Zabul gymnasium as athletes face training hurdles
Ruhollah Yarmal, another athlete, echoed the need for more support, especially for mixed martial arts sports.