According to two-page brief, continuation of restrictions by Taliban will impact child marriages by an increase of 25 per cent, early childbearing by 45 per cent.
The launch of a report titled ‘Women Seeking Security’ brought together Afghan women, human rights defenders, and researchers to spotlight the plight of those forced to flee the Taliban.
For over 6 months, peaceful protests have been underway at crossing near Af-Pak border. The situation shows secular nationalism is still alive in region despite jihadist assault.
Nayanima Basu said it was important to 'blend in'. That explains why, in the first picture of Basu shown at the launch, she is wearing a headscarf while interviewing the 'Butcher of Kabul'.
At a panel discussion on the Afghan-Soviet war, panellists debated over whether India should have gone “all in” on Afghanistan and discussed China's involvement in the war.
Status of India Afghanistan Foundation, a fund that finances projects aimed at promoting scientific, educational, technical & cultural cooperation, was discussed, it is learnt.
Taliban spokesperson says the ‘reckless’ Pakistani strikes took place at 3 am (local time) Monday, killing 3 women and 3 kids. Islamabad is yet to issue an official response.
The concern is not that 2025’s rally was irrational, but that it may be difficult to repeat. Outlooks remain anchored to AI investment and growth without reigniting inflation.
If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.
Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.
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