Afghan officials say Pakistani strikes killed 7, wounded 85 in first attacks since peace talksMortars and missiles from Pakistan struck a university and homes in Afghanistan's Kunar Province, killing seven and wounding 85. Pakistan d...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.01 AM IST
Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with riskPakistan is hosting crucial peace talks between Iran and the United States. This mediation aims to stabilize the global economy and ease te...
09 Apr, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
Pakistan’s Hormuz moment: mediator gains, but strategic test lies aheadPakistan has emerged as a key mediator between Washington and Tehran. This diplomatic role marks a significant shift for Islamabad. The cou...
08 Apr, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
India sends 2.5 tons of emergency aid to Afghanistan following deadly airstrikeIndia has sent a 2.5-ton consignment of emergency medicines and medical supplies to Kabul. This humanitarian aid supports victims of a rece...
21 Mar, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
Pakistan's air strike on Kabul that killed over 400: What you need to knowA Pakistani air strike in Afghanistan has intensified conflict between the two nations. Kabul reports hundreds of civilian deaths, while Is...
17 Mar, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
US labels Taliban-ruled Afghanistan a 'state sponsor of wrongful detention,' demands release of jailed AmericansIn a bold move, the United States has officially designated Afghanistan as a 'State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention'. Secretary of State Marc...
10 Mar, 2026, 07.27 AM IST
The Taliban say they're ready to release US prisoners. But which ones?Talks between U.S. and Afghan officials for prisoner releases are stuck. The U.S. wants its citizens freed from Afghanistan. Afghanistan wa...
26 Jan, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
India to allow ambassador-level Taliban post to counter ChinaIndia is poised to accept a top Taliban representative in a bid to enhance ties with Kabul and counter China's influence in Afghanistan. Th...
19 Feb, 2025, 03.42 PM IST
Taliban officials to take part in India's online training programmeAccording to the memo, the Indian Embassy had provided informal information about a brief course that the Indian Institute of Management (I...
15 Mar, 2023, 10.02 AM IST
Taliban deny reports of US airstrikes in Helmand, say they detonated mines"The rumours that indicate an airstrike was conducted in Shurab of Helmand and that it inflicted casualties, are not true. However, old min...
09 Apr, 2022, 07.39 PM IST
World powers agree at UN on inclusive Afghan governmentThe Security Council powers all want "a peaceful and stable Afghanistan where humanitarian aid can be distributed without problems and with...
23 Sep, 2021, 10.40 AM IST
Qatar's ruler urges world leaders not to boycott TalibanBecause of its unique position, Qatar had hosted direct US-Taliban talks around the American withdrawal from Afghanistan and helped facilit...
22 Sep, 2021, 12.42 PM IST
Taliban put their legs before wicketsThe new regime in Afghanistan makes abid to show they’re a jolly good sport.
05 Sep, 2021, 11.19 PM IST
View: Taliban's charm offensive notwithstanding, world awaits inclusive govt in AfghanistanThe Taliban’s charm offensive is partly in recognition of the reality that their regime cannot survive without support from the internation...
23 Aug, 2021, 04.17 PM IST
Shringla sees silver lining in Afghan, says India will do everything to limit Taliban damage"We can work with a dispensation that is willing to look after the interests of the Afghan people," Shringla said during an address at the ...
21 Aug, 2021, 11.26 AM IST
Afghanistan would be 'pariah state' under Taliban takeover: Antony BlinkenHe said reports of "atrocities" committed by the Taliban in recent weeks as the insurgents make advances across the country were "deeply, d...
28 Jul, 2021, 06.37 PM IST
Afghanistan's peace process marked by fragilityAfter a long 19-year protracted war the US looks for a “graceful exit” from the region.. Unfortunately, the agreement has inbuilt tolerance...
09 Nov, 2020, 12.41 PM IST