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In recent days, public attention in Kabul has been drawn to a massive high-rise building that reaches nearly sixty floors into the sky. What caused widespread surprise and discussion was not only the height of the structure itself, but the presence of a giant crane installed at the very top of the building. Many people […]

Following the passing of the well-known Pashtun singer Sani Ubaidullah Jan, a video statement by a religious scholar has circulated widely on social media, drawing significant attention and mixed reactions among Pashtun communities and the general public. Sani Ubaidullah Jan, who recently passed away, was regarded by many as a prominent cultural figure whose voice […]

With deep sorrow and profound sadness, news has emerged of the passing of Sani Ubaidullah Jan, a well-known and widely respected Afghan singer whose voice resonated deeply with the emotions, memories, and cultural identity of countless listeners. His death marks the end of an era for many admirers who found comfort, joy, and meaning in […]

KANDAHAR — Afghan local authorities have confirmed the implementation of a long-standing urban development master plan in the Spin Boldak and Wesh areas of Kandahar province, originally designed during the era of former Afghan leader Sardar Mohammad Daoud Khan. As part of this initiative, dozens of shops and apartment buildings constructed without legal authorization have […]

KABUL — Afghan cricket star Rashid Khan has sparked intense public discussion after making remarks on an international platform in which he described Afghanistan as “currently an unsafe country,” stating that even he moves under heavy security and travels in armored vehicles when inside the country.Rashid Khan, one of Afghanistan’s most globally recognized athletes and […]

ISLAMABAD — Pakistani fruit traders have reported financial losses exceeding 20 million US dollars after large quantities of fresh produce spoiled before reaching markets, according to traders’ associations and local officials. The losses reportedly involve fruits such as oranges, kinnow, apples, and other seasonal produce that deteriorated during transportation and storage.Traders say the damage occurred […]

HELMAND — Afghan officials have confirmed the discovery of a rare and ancient golden artifact in Helmand province, where a poor local farmer reportedly uncovered a lion statue made of pure gold while working on his agricultural land. Authorities say the artifact dates back nearly 2,000 years and is currently estimated to be worth around […]

In recent days, a widely discussed public debate in India between Mufti Shamail Nadwi and an individual who openly denied the existence of God has drawn significant attention across intellectual and religious circles. Beyond its surface-level confrontation between belief and disbelief, the debate served as a deeper test of how contemporary religious representation can withstand […]

KABUL — Afghan authorities have confirmed the detention of a young man identified as Ehsanullah Karyab, citing his persistent activity on social media platforms, particularly Facebook. According to official statements, Karyab was taken into custody after authorities determined that he was spending extensive time posting what they described as “meaningless and unproductive content” online. Officials […]

Recent reports suggesting the demolition of Ariana Cinema, located on Pashtunistan Street in Kabul, and its replacement with an international commercial market have sparked a wide-ranging public debate. For many Afghans, this issue goes far beyond urban development and touches the deeper question of how economic progress should interact with cultural heritage. During the previous […]