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Who is Haji Najibullah? Ex-Taliban commander sentenced to 42 years for killings of US soldiers, kidnapping of journalists

A former Taliban commander has been sentenced to 42 years in prison for supporting attacks that killed three US soldiers and for his role in the kidnapping of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Rohde and two others in Afghanistan.

The Times of India

Pakistan launches deadly strikes on Afghanistan

KHOST (AFGHANISTAN) - Pakistan has renewed deadly airstrikes on neighbouring Afghanistan, officials in both countries said Wednesday, in the worst violence in weeks following a period of relative calm.

Bangkok Post

Pakistan says carried out air strikes at terror hideouts in Afghanistan, 26 killed

Pakistan conducted "precise and calibrated" overnight air strikes targeting alleged terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan, claiming to have killed 26 individuals. This action follows recent terror incidents in Pakistan and comes amid ongoing tensions and diplomatic efforts between the two nations. The Afghan government reported casualties from the strikes, accusing Pakistan…

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Pakistan renews air strikes on Afghanistan, killing dozens

Pakistan on Wednesday launched deadly air strikes on Afghanistan after a period of relative calm following months of fighting at the beginning of the year. Pakistan's government said 26 "militants" were killed while Afghan authorities said at least 12 people, including children, died in provinces near the border.

France 24

Two killed in rare street demonstration over women’s rights in Afghanistan

A child reported among those killed when Taliban forces fired on crowds in Herat, who were protesting over arrests of women accused of violating hijab dress code

The Guardian - UK

Hardik Pandya ruled out of Afghanistan ODIs due to injury: Sources

Hardik Pandya will miss the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan due to an injury. He was declared fit earlier but experienced issues after his final session. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also face fitness concerns. Yashasvi Jaiswal has been included in the squad as a replacement for Kohli. The series…

The Economic Times

Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict escalates again after airstrikes kill at least 13 people

Strikes come day after deadly militant attack on Pakistani security post in border province

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Pakistan strikes Afghanistan again: At least 26 killed in fresh escalation

Pakistan on Wednesday carried out fresh airstrikes inside Afghanistan, claiming to have killed at least 26 "khawarijs" (militants).

The Times of India

Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan kill at least 13

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of launching deadly airstrikes that have killed at least 13 people and wounded 14 others.

AAP

Ex-Taliban commander jailed for 42 years

A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist has confronted a former Taliban commander who kidnapped him in Afghanistan, before he was sentenced in a New York court.

AAP

Three injured in Herat as Taliban move to disperse protest over dress code violations

Herat erupted in chaos Tuesday when protests erupted over the controversial detainment of women for supposed dress code breaches. Tensions soared as security forces intervened, leading to reports of gunfire and three individuals injured. The vice and virtue ministry quickly refuted claims of arrests, labeling them unfounded gossip.

The Times of India

Police crack down on western Afghan anti-hijab protests

The Taliban denied reports women in Afghanistan have been arrested for failing to observe hijab rules as locals claim protests have been violently dispersed.

AAP

We want to foster peace, stability for people of Afghanistan: MEA reaffirms India's commitment to Afghan development

India continues its strong support for Afghanistan, reaffirms MEA. The nation is focused on peace, stability, and development. This includes ongoing humanitarian assistance and development cooperation. India provides food security, healthcare, and educational opportunities. These initiatives benefit all Afghan citizens, including women and children. India urges global community to hold…

The Economic Times

Afghan protesters injured during demonstration against Taliban-imposed dress code for women

A crackdown by Afghan authorities on demonstrators in western Afghanistan has left at least three people injured, eyewitnesses say

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From the day I started playing, red-ball cricket meant everything to me: Manav Suthar

Manav Suthar made a memorable Test debut against Afghanistan. He took wickets and contributed with the bat. Suthar revealed he practiced with the red ball during the IPL to stay ready. He believes Test cricket is the ultimate format. His performance helped India secure a massive victory. The young spinner's…

The Economic Times

Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma gets all-clear for ODI series against AFG from BCCI's CoE

Star Indian cricketers Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma are both declared fit and cleared for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan. They underwent a fitness assessment at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. While Pandya was battling back spasms, Rohit had a hamstring niggle. This is a significant boost…

The Economic Times

India slams Pakistan's 'trade and transit terrorism' and deadly Afghan airstrikes at UNSC

At the UN Security Council, India fiercely condemned Pakistan for blocking Afghan trade and launching deadly airstrikes that killed 372 civilians. Labelled "unprecedented 'trade and transit terrorism'", India contrasted Pakistan's aggression with its own extensive humanitarian aid, medical support, and educational scholarships for the Afghan people.

The Economic Times

India vs Afghanistan Test: Why India's innings-and-300-run win did not affect WTC standings

India secured a dominant innings-and-300-run victory over Afghanistan in their one-off Test. Centuries from Rahul and Gill propelled India to 564, before their bowlers, led by debutant Manav Suthar, dismissed Afghanistan twice for low scores. This win, however, does not impact India's World Test Championship standings as the fixture was…

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The Independent UK

UN protests women's arrests in Afghanistan for alleged clothing violations

The United Nations’ mission in Afghanistan has expressed concern over arrests and detentions of women in western Afghanistan for allegedly not adhering to dress regulations

The Economic Times

Suthar's rise testament to BCCI's talent identification structure: Kotak

Manav Suthar impressed on his Test debut. India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak praised the BCCI's talent identification system. Suthar took seven wickets in the match. India secured a massive innings victory over Afghanistan. Sai Sudharsan also scored a valuable 81. The team's batting lineup remains a topic of discussion.

France 24

Writer and journalist Mursal Sayas on Afghanistan's child marriage epidemic

There are real fears that up to 70 percent of girls will soon be in early or forced marriages in Afghanistan. To make matters worse, a new law now means that divorce at any future stage would be totally impossible if the husband were to disagree. Activists say this shameful…

AAP

Suthar makes dream debut in India's largest Test win

India have crushed minnows Afghanistan in their one-off Test, with spinner Manav Suthar taking a five-wicket haul on debut.

Euronews

Women detained in Afghanistan's Herat in clothing crackdown, eyewitnesses say

Women nationwide must be completely covered when they leave home, with many wearing a flowing abaya robe along with a Muslim headscarf and a face covering.

The Economic Times

India vs Afghanistan one-off Test: Manav Suthar makes dream debut in India's largest test victory

India crushed Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs, wrapping up the one-off Test in just three days. Spinners Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav were on fire, grabbing seven wickets combined. Debutant Manav Suthar also shone, taking a brilliant 6-33 in the second innings to seal the dominant victory.

The Independent UK

Aid cuts are making tablets needed to help fight stillbirths and mothers dying harder to buy

IN DEPTH: Exclusive: Data from the UN shows that the money spent on supplies of folic acid, which can help reduce the risk of anaemia and then possible haemorrhage or stillbirth, is falling – at least in part thanks to aid cuts. Rachel Hagan speaks to health workers and experts…

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