News Topic:Afghanistan

Free to Think, No Longer

Scholars at Risk's Free to Think 2025 report documents 395 attacks on scholars, students and universities in 49 countries, from Bangladesh to the U.S.

Magnitude 6.0 earthquake jolts Kashmir

A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck the Kashmir in the early hours of Monday, September 1, 2025, at 12:47 AM IST, sending tremors across parts of India.

Pakistan claim of India firing missiles toward Afghanistan false: Foreign Secretary

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Saturday termed Pakistan’s claim about India firing missiles towards Afghanistan as “frivolous and false”.

MHA declares Kashmir-born Aijaz Ahmad Ahanger as ‘individual terrorist’

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Thursday declared a Kashmir-born 'terrorist', Aijaz Ahmad Ahanger, currently based in Afghanistan as an “individual terrorist”.

Islamic State Khorasan Province and its significance to India

In Afghanistan, there is another radical Islamic organization, besides Taliban, known as Islamic State Khorasan Province or the ISKP.

Afghan National Arrested In Assam For Lack Of Documents

Assam police arrested an Afghan national for allegedly carrying fake documents. He has been identified as a 21-year-old Jerin Mohammed Lalak.

Committed to fight for restoration of Article 370: Farooq Abdullah

National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah said that Centre must first restore statehood before announcing elections.

Afghanistan and Myanmar: Two Nations, Two Tales

The military coup of Myanmar and the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan – How similar or different are these two important developments?

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Shikhar Dhawan, Aakash Chopra call for more cricket opportunities in J&K

Shikhar Dhawan and Aakash Chopra backed more cricket opportunities in J&K, saying exposure, leagues and infrastructure could help local players progress.

India says UN maps must depict J&K, Ladakh as per official map

India said UN-initiated maps must depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to its official map, calling any incorrect or misleading representation unacceptable.

Pakistani LeT terrorist Yasir killed in Budgam, officials say

Security forces killed Pakistani national and LeT terrorist Yasir in Budgam’s Yusmarg during Operation Ashdar, officials said as searches continued for another suspect.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.