Afghanistan

Declares cross-border attacks without Taliban approval forbidden, funeral rites to be denied to violators

Factional rivalries, tribal loyalties, authoritarian rule and hardline policies are testing Afghan regime cohesion

Mujeeb Ur Rahman returned for the marquee tournament

The convergence of religious extremist and ethno-nationalist groups complicates Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts

New report indicates malnutrition among children at record high levels

As fresh attacks test Pakistan’s limits, the country turns to its most powerful leverage — its borders

Five years after the Doha Agreement, Afghanistan stands as a rogue state

Pakistan shifts to kinetic action after diplomacy fails to convince Taliban regime to rein in terrorist groups

20 terrorists affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij, Afghan Taliban fighters killed: ISPR

Otis Khan missed crucial penalty as hosts dominate but fail to convert their chances against the visitors

The Afghan squad finally reached the venue after facing visa issues

The country is experiencing worst floods in history

Rashid Khan will lead the side in both competitions

New buildings must avoid windows that allow visibility into the places usually used by women, says Taliban spokesman

Moscow will soon remove Taliban from its list of banned organisations, Kabul said

Delegation of Afghan govt will be in Baku" for the COP29 summit

Reports indicate ideological divisions among Taliban leaders on governance, resource, international relations

Islamabad rejects Afghan consul's explanation, calling failure to respect the anthem a breach of diplomatic norms.

Afghan Ambassador Zalmai Rassoul says UK authorities required embassy closure on September 27.

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.

The first bilateral series between the two nations is a crucial build-up to the 2025 Champions Trophy

Pakistan's U19 team will play a tri-series in UAE from Nov 13-26, serving as prep for the 2024 ACC Asia Cup

The two teams will face off in a three-match ODI series in Sharjah before South Africa's fixtures against Ireland

Afghan cricket players assure fans of their participation in Champions Trophy 2025, calling boycott rumours baseless

Emerging cricketer Shamyl Hussain talks about his path to the PSL

European and Asian nations dominate the top ranks in the 2024 index.

Discussions included potential A-team tours to Bangladesh and Zimbabwe.

He expressed pride in the security forces, acknowledging their sacrifice and commitment to protecting the country

Women working in public hospitals and schools will continue to receive their full salaries, says finance ministry

Rights organisations have strongly criticised controversial UN move to exclude civil society groups from summit

Taliban spokesman hails Washington, regional countries for pledging to lift economic restrictions on Afghanistan

Kabul’s de facto rulers can’t ignore their international obligations & let their country become the hub of terrorism

The Afghan interim government will formally participate in this year’s conference

Islamabad accuses Kabul of providing bases for TTP militants who carry out attacks in Pakistan

PTI says security and prosperity lie in building bridges, not in ‘sabre-rattling’

The opposition not only condemns defence minister’s statement but seeks an apology

Commends teams’ united effort that played a crucial role in their achievements

Trott concedes his players struggled to handle pressure of World Cup semi-final but he's still "very proud" of team

Former England captain alleges bias towards India in T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final scheduling

Nerve-racking clashes to be witnessed on Thursday

Afghan bowlers successfully dismissed Bangladesh for 105 runs

A UN report has documented a rise in anti-Taliban attacks, predominantly by two armed opposition groups

Highlights Afghanistan's skilled players and the effective leadership of Rashid Khan

Afghanistan can secure a spot in the T20 World Cup semi-finals by winning their remaining matches decisively

Some 23.7 million people need humanitarian aid this year, 3rd highest number of people in need globally, says official

Hakeemullah backed various terror acts including target killings, landmine explosions, and checkpoint attacks

Several records broken as Nicholas Pooran propels WI to 104-run win against Afghanistan

Their win was set up by new-ball spells from fast bowlers Fazalhaq Farooqi and Naveen-ul-Haq

The team ranked 151 in the world are on the brink of history under coach Ashley Westwood

Unfortunate child infected with YB3A poliovirus cluster that came from Afghanistan