Pajhwok Afghan News
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Pajhwok Afghan News is a news outlet based in Afghanistan that covers national and international news, including weather events, political developments, and humanitarian issues. It reports on events in Afghanistan and other regions, such as Iran, India, and the Middle East.
- Top beat: Politics
- Tracked since 2026
- 7 Afghanistan peers
Latest stories
- 164 killed, over 900 injured in Venezuela earthquakes164 people killed and over 900 injured in Venezuela earthquakes, with US sending aid and rescue teams as casualties are expected to rise.
- Afghanistan ranked last in global children’s rights index; IEA rejects reportAfghanistan ranked last in global children's rights index according to KidsRights Foundation report, while IEA called the findings baseless and claimed they protect children's rights
- Azizi, UNICEF officials discuss expanded cooperationDeputy Minister Azizi and UNICEF officials met in Kabul to discuss expanding cooperation on children's and youth's intellectual, cultural, and artistic development.
- Rashid Khan, Azmatullah Omarzai top ICC rankings in ODI, T20IAfghan cricketers Rashid Khan and Azmatullah Omarzai top ICC rankings in ODI and T20I formats, with multiple players achieving high positions in various categories.
- Special exams, health sciences exit tests scheduled in 8 provinces tomorrowSpecial exams for 14th-grade students and health sciences exit exams are scheduled for tomorrow in multiple Afghan provinces.
- 344 Afghans freed from Pakistani jails, 164 inmates transferred from Iran344 Afghans were released from Pakistani jails and 164 Afghan inmates were transferred from Iran to Afghanistan, with humanitarian assistance provided to returnees.
- Morocco, Brazil, Mexico secure wins in FIFA World Cup matchesMorocco, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, Switzerland, and Bosnia won their 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, with specific scores and goal scorers reported.
- Herat orchard owners see higher yields, but storage, market gaps persistOrchard owners in Herat province report higher fruit yields but face challenges with storage, irrigation, and market access, prompting government efforts to improve infrastructure and exports.
- Mass casualties feared as powerful quakes strike VenezuelaPowerful earthquakes in Venezuela have caused widespread destruction and may result in thousands of casualties, with rescue efforts underway as officials warn of potential aftershocks.
- 1,351 returnee families receive land plots in 5 provincesThe Ministry of Urban Development and Housing allocated land plots to 1,351 returnee families in five provinces, continuing a nationwide initiative to support their permanent settlement.
- Indian business delegation to visit Afghanistan soonAn Indian business delegation will visit Afghanistan to explore investment opportunities, following discussions on expanding economic cooperation between the two countries.
- Afghan Buzkashi chief joins World Nomad Games meeting via video linkAfghanistan's Buzkashi chief joined a World Nomad Games meeting remotely to coordinate preparations for the 2026 event in Kyrgyzstan, where the country's team will participate in traditional sports competitions.
- Domestic medicine production share rises to over 40pc, says MoPHThe Ministry of Public Health reports that domestic medicine production now accounts for over 40 percent of the market, with efforts to expand local production and reduce import reliance. Key focus areas include GMP certification and standardization to enhance competitiveness.
- AI calls for immediate release of jailed Baloch activists in PakistanAmnesty International demands the release of Baloch activists sentenced to life imprisonment in Pakistan, citing unfair trial procedures and human rights concerns.
- IEA welcomes Russian official’s remarks on counter-narcotics gainsThe Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan welcomed Russian remarks praising their counter-narcotics efforts, with an official claiming near-zero narcotics cultivation and production.