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Category: Women & Society

UN report highlights women’s rights crisis in Afghanistan
UN report warns restrictions on women in Afghanistan threaten education, jobs, and long-term social and economic stability.
Taliban Rule and Afghan Women’s Rights Under International Scrutiny
US Congress advances new bills targeting Taliban over women’s rights violations and stricter monitoring of foreign aid flows.
Afghan women protesting Taliban in Kabul
Afghan women in Kabul staged protests and wall chalking against the Taliban ahead of International Women’s Day.
Women contributing to Pakistan security and economy
International Women’s Day 2026 highlights Pakistan’s strategy to integrate women into national security and economic resilience.
Rescue of buried women India
Two lower-caste women in India were buried alive but miraculously rescued by villagers, highlighting caste and gender risks
Aid delivery to Afghan women amid Taliban restrictions
Australia commits $50M humanitarian aid to Afghan women while Taliban expand legal restrictions, limiting education, employment, and autonomy
Taliban Sharia law
Taliban say their new laws follow Sharia but Islamic scholars reject the claim, warning the rules silence criticism, exclude women and distort Islam.
UN Deputy Meets Taliban Foreign Minister in Kabul
UN Deputy Secretary-General meets Taliban FM in Kabul, highlights women’s exclusion and urges inclusive governance.
EU Supports Afghan Women’s Economic Empowermen
The EU announces €10 million support for Afghan women’s economic empowerment, focusing on skills, livelihoods, and small businesses.
Women’s Taekwondo Coach Released in Herat
Taliban authorities release women’s taekwondo coach Khadija Ahmadzada after 13 days in detention in Herat.
Road closures in Islamabad force Attock Refinery shutdown, disrupting fuel supply and raising concerns over shortages.
UN welcomes ceasefire extension and supports Pakistan’s mediation role, calling it key to easing tensions and advancing talks.
One year after the Pahalgam attack, A 25-year pattern of Indian false flag operations have eroded India’s position.
Iran war disrupts global energy markets, driving a sharp surge in US oil and gas exports and reshaping global energy flows.
Pakistan condemns Israeli settlers’ flag incident at Al-Aqsa Mosque and urges UN action to protect holy sites.
Afghan leaders signal shift on Durand Line, backing border recognition with Pakistan and urging an end to long-standing disputes.
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