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AFGHANISTAN-KABUL-FLOWER MARKET

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:18:23 GMT

(260614) -- KABUL, June 14, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Flower vendors arrange fresh flowers at a flower market in Kabul, Afghanistan, June 14, 2026. Deeply woven into Afghanistan's cultural heritage, flowers symbolize beauty, peace, and renewal. As hot weather arrives, booming flower markets and exhibitions reflect Afghans' enduring love for nature and greenery.

TO GO WITH "Feature: Flowers shape Afghan culture as petals

How Xi promotes joint efforts in heritage protection

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:15:21 GMT

BEIJING, June 14 (Xinhua) -- During U.S. President Donald Trump's China trip last month, Chinese President Xi Jinping invited him to visit the Temple of Heaven, and shared with him how this ancient architecture embodies the Chinese understanding of the universe and approach to life.

The more than 600-year-old architectural complex is one of many cultural heritage sites through which Xi has shared his profound und

Tajikistan: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh participates in yoga session in Dushanbe

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:30:45 GMT

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], June 14 (ANI): External Affairs Minister of State (MoS) Kirti Vardhan Singh participated in a yoga session in Dushanbe.

He highlighted yoga's role in promoting holistic health, mental well-being and harmony with nature ahead of the International Day of Yoga.

In a post on X, Singh on Saturday wrote, 'Ahead of the International Day Of Yoga 2026, participated in a Yoga session organised

Record-breaking outing for Afghanistan's Gurbaz against India in first ODI

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 22:58:13 GMT

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): Afghanistan batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz overtook Ibrahim Zadran to become the fourth-highest run-getter for the team in international cricket and also became the first Afghan batter to reach the milestone of 10 international centuries.

Despite a defeat, the first ODI against India at Dharamsala was a memorable one for Gurbaz, having scored a counter-attacking 1

Call from mom can't wait: All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy interrupts post-match PC after India's victory

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:30:04 GMT

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 14 (ANI): A wholesome moment occured during the post-match presser following the India-Afghanistan first ODI, with the Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy attending a phone call from his mother as he faced questions from the media after his team's win.

A sensational half-century from skipper Shubman Gill and three-wicket hauls from debutants Gurnoor Brar and Harsh Du

Gurbaz's brilliant century guides Afghanistan to 194 in rain-affected ODI against India

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:04:19 GMT

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): An attacking hundred from Rahmanullah Gurbaz and decent contributions from Hashmatullah Shahidi and Azmatullah Omarzai powered Afghanistan to 194 in the 1st ODI against India on Saturday at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.

The match was a 25-overs-a-side contest, with each team allowed a maximum of five bowlers, who can bowl up

HPCA's newly installed SubAir Drainage System helps ensure timely start of India-Afghanistan clash in Dharamshala

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:34:03 GMT

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) successfully showcased the capabilities of its newly installed SubAir Drainage System at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala, as the venue was made match-ready in approximately 20 minutes despite more than 12 hours of continuous rainfall in the city.

Heavy rain had lashed Dharamshala

India wins toss, elects to chase against Afghanistan in 25-over contest

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:01:34 GMT

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Indian skipper Shubman Gill won the toss and opted to field against Afghanistan in the first ODI on Saturday at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, in Dharamsala.

The match will be played as a 25-overs-a-side contest, with each team allowed a maximum of five bowlers, who can bowl up to five overs each after rain halted the fixture for more than

LensToLens | China-Central Asia cooperation brings hope to Aral Sea restoration

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:45:04 GMT

(260613) -- BEIJING, June 13, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An expert of the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography examines a halophyte sample in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 7, 2026.

The Aral Sea, once the world's fourth-largest inland lake, spans Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. Since the 1960s, excessive water use and climate change have reduced its area by over 90 percent. Vast stretche

(SP)PHILIPPINES-ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE-VOLLEYBALL-2026 AVC WOMEN'S CUP

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:15:30 GMT

(260613) -- ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE, June 13, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Dinara Razakberlina of Kazakhstan competes during the semifinal between Kazakhstan and Chinese Taipei at the 2026 AVC Women's Cup in Ilocos Sur Province, the Philippines, on June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

(China Economic Roundtable) China's new mega project to break bottleneck on world's busiest inland waterway

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:15:28 GMT

BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) -- China is building a mega waterway project to expand shipping capacity along the Yangtze River, betting that a smoother "golden waterway" will keep goods flowing along one of the world's busiest inland shipping routes and shore up the country's internal connectivity.

The Yangtze is China's longest river and a vital artery for freight between its inland and coastal regions. The Three Go

Preserving the past, bridging civilizations: Xi's cultural heritage bond

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:46:10 GMT

BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) -- During U.S. President Donald Trump's China trip last month, Chinese President Xi Jinping invited him to visit the Temple of Heaven, and shared with him how this ancient architecture embodies the Chinese understanding of the universe and approach to life.

The more than 600-year-old architectural complex is one of many cultural heritage sites through which Xi has shared his profound und

(SP)PHILIPPINES-ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE-VOLLEYBALL-2026 AVC WOMEN'S CUP-KYRGYZSTAN VS LEBANON

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:48:20 GMT

(260613) -- ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE, June 13, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Players of Kyrgyzstan celebrate after scoring during the classification 11-12 match between Kyrgyzstan and Lebanon at the 2026 AVC Women's Cup in Ilocos Sur Province, the Philippines, on June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar visits Baku; Ambassador of India attends special event

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:33:12 GMT

Baku [Azerbaijan], June 13 (ANI): Renowned spiritual leader, humanitarian, and founder of The Art of Living Foundation, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, visited Baku and addressed a large gathering during a special public event held in the city.

The event brought together government officials, representatives of various organisations, and members of the public interested in spirituality, personal well-being, and inn

(SP)U.S.-ATLANTA-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-TEAM UZBEKISTAN-TRAINING

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 02:48:45 GMT

(260613) -- ATLANTA, June 13, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Abdukodir Khusanov (L) of Uzbekistan attends a training session ahead of the group stage match against Colombia at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Atlanta, the United States, on June 12, 2026. (Xinhua/Ju Huanzong)

WTA roundup: Katie Boulter stuns Elena Rybakina to reach London semis

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:55:13 GMT

(Photo credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images)

Home favorite Katie Boulter continued her run through the HSBC Championships with a pair of wins Friday in London -- including a 7-5, 2-6, 6-4 defeat of No. 1 seed Elena Rybakina to reach the semifinals.

The British wild card followed a Tuesday upset of No. 8 seed Leylah Fernandez with a 6-1, 6-3 defeat of Romania's Jaqueline Cristian in her first match of the day. S

Skipper Gill, vice-captain Iyer near 3,000 ODI runs ahead of 1st Afghanistan ODI

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:58:11 GMT

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): There will be some milestones up for grabs for the skipper Shubman Gill and vice-captain Shreyas Iyer as they take on Afghanistan in the first ODI of the three-match series at Dharamsala on Saturday.

The first match of the three-match series between India and Afghanistan will start in Dharamsala on Saturday. The occasion could be a special one for the captain

"My first impression, I felt they've been in the team for five years": Morkel impressed by uncapped pacers Prince, Brar

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:58:04 GMT

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 13 (ANI): Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed happiness with the presence of uncapped pacers Prince Yadav and Gurnoor Brar in the training session, saying that on his first impression of these two bowlers, he felt as if they both were a part of the team for five years, pointing out that they showed no nervousness.

In the absence of workhorses like Jasprit Bumra

"Game is better because of players like you": Gambhir, SRH teammates hail Kane Williamson after international retirement

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:57:57 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer and current coach Gautam Gambhir, batter Rishabh Pant and some Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) teammates congratulated New Zealand batter Kane Williamson on the conclusion of a legendary international cricket career.

Williamson brought an end to his 16-year-long career as he announced retirement from international cricket on Friday, leaving behind a plethora of

India and Tajikistan reaffirm strategic partnership during MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh's visit to Dushanbe

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:00:28 GMT

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], June 12 (ANI): Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh on Friday met with Sirojiddin Muhriddin, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan, to discuss the deepening of bilateral ties between the two nations.

During the meeting, the two leaders conducted a comprehensive review of the entire spectrum of India-Tajikistan bilateral relations. The discussions focused

Morkel calls Virat Kohli's unavailability "big miss", says Rohit Sharma is "excited to go" for Afghanistan ODI series opener

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:59:46 GMT

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 12 (ANI): Team India's bowling coach, Morne Morkel, said the Men in Blue will miss the services Virat Kohli in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, after the legendary batter was ruled out of the home series due to a hamstring injury. Furthermore, Morkel welcomed another veteran, Rohit Sharma's comeback to the Indian side, saying that the latter is 'excite

India strengthens ties with Central Asia and SCO at Dushanbe conference

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:58:51 GMT

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], June 12 (ANI): Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh on Friday reaffirmed India's enduring commitment to its partnership with Central Asia and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) during his two-day official visit to Tajikistan.

Participating in the SCO Conference titled 'Central Asia - The Core of SCO: A Space of Peace and Joint Development,' the Minister outlin

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-10TH CHINA-SOUTH ASIA EXPO-FOREIGN PARTICIPANTS (CN)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:15:52 GMT

(260612) -- KUNMING, June 12, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An exhibitor sells products in the exhibition area of Sri Lanka at the 10th China-South Asia Exposition in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, June 12, 2026. The 10th China-South Asia Expo kicked off on Thursday in Kunming City, capital of southwest China's Yunnan Province. The event has put an emphasis on enhancing regional trade and industrial cooperation under t

Opening season of Afghanistan Premier League set to start on December 27

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:33:28 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): The Afghanistan Premier League (APL) is scheduled to begin on December 27 this year, with the tournament marking one of the most intriguing investment opportunities in modern cricket.

At a time when franchise cricket continues to expand across the world, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) is introducing a competition built around one of the sport's most passionate fan bases, som

CHINA-INNER MONGOLIA-MILU DEER-POPULATION (CN)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:19:25 GMT

(260612) -- HOHHOT, June 12, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Milu deer are seen at the Daqingshan National Nature Reserve in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, June 12, 2026.

The population of milu deer in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region has been growing steadily, reaching 74 after the first batch of 27 deer was introduced in 2021, according to the regional forestry and grassland bureau.

This

Balochistan sinks into poverty as Pakistan's policies leave province behind

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:33:18 GMT

Balochistan [Pakistan], June 12 (ANI): Balochistan has recorded the highest poverty rate in Pakistan, with nearly half of its population now living below the poverty line, according to findings presented in the Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26.

The figures have renewed criticism of Pakistan's economic policies and their impact on the country's largest but most underdeveloped province, as reported by The Balochist

How Xi Reshaped China's Central Asia Ties -- By The Numbers

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:19:22 GMT

When Xi Jinping was appointed general-secretary of the Chinese Communist Party in late 2012 and later as president in 2013, China was emerging as an important trade partner for Central Asia with unclear ambitions toward a region traditionally under the influence of Russia.

But data compiled by RFE/RL shows how Xi's tenure as China's leader has led to a wave of wide-ranging diplomatic engagement that has helped tr

Jennifer Lawrence to star in Apple rom-com 'One Month Mark'

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:02:18 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 12 (ANI): Apple Original Films has acquired the romantic comedy One Month Mark, with Oscar-winning actor Jennifer Lawrence attached to star in and produce the project, The Hollywood Reporter.

The film, based on an original spec script by playwright, writer and director Sophie Fleur de Bruijn, reportedly attracted strong interest from multiple studios and producers before Apple secured th

(SP)PHILIPPINES-ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE-VOLLEYBALL-AVC WOMEN'S CUP-VIE VS KAZ

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:45:17 GMT

(260612) -- ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE, June 12, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Amina Kyrykbayeva of Kazakhstan competes during the pool B match between Kazakhstan and Vietnam at the 2026 AVC Women's Cup in Ilocos Sur Province, the Philippines, on June 12, 2026. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

Jairam Ramesh urges Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to reconsider Great Nicobar project, cites ecological concerns

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:04:15 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Friday wrote to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, urging him to reconsider the proposed greenfield airport at Gandhi Nagar-Shastri Nagar in Great Nicobar Island, citing severe ecological and social impacts.

Congress General Secretary (In-charge of Communication) continued to raise strong objections to the Great Nicobar Island mega infrastructure project

Afghan children swap school for child labor to survive

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:45:12 GMT

KABUL, June 12 (Xinhua) -- As the international community observes the World Day Against Child Labor on June 12, millions of Afghan children are leaving school to work in brick kilns, markets, construction sites, and workshops, driven by grinding poverty that has upended families across the poverty-stricken country.

Ten-year-old Sulaiman's face is covered in dust. His hands are calloused, and his small frame lags

Jennifer Lawrence to feature in romantic comedy 'One Month Mark'

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:58:18 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 12 (ANI): Actor Jennifer Lawrence has been roped in to star in a romantic comedy titled 'One Month Mark'. Notably, she will also produce the project. David Ready and Peter Chernin of Chernin Entertainment, one of the companies behind horror hit Backrooms, are producing along with Lawrence, who is producing via her Excellent Cadaver banner, as well as Lawrence's producing partner, Justine Ciarrocc

WTA roundup: No. 3 seed Elise Mertens upset in Netherlands

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:19:13 GMT

(Photo credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images)

Elena-Gabriela Ruse of Romania saved 8 of 9 break points and knocked off No. 3 seed Elise Mertens of Belgium 6-3, 6-3 Thursday to advance to the quarterfinals at the Libema Open in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands.

The only seeded player to advance Thursday was Czech No. 8 Barbora Krejcikova, a 6-1, 6-4 winner over Belgium's Hanne Vandewinkel. Austria's Anastasia Pota

"Should be given chance in playing XI": Kumble on uncapped Prince Yadav for IND-AFG ODIs

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:57:46 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 12 (ANI): Ahead of the first India versus Afghanistan ODI scheduled for Friday, former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble expressed happiness at inclusion of pacer Prince Yadav in the squad, saying that he should be given a chance in the playing XI, pointing out his 'strong temperament' while bowling tough overs for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

The t

"India must have reliable backup for Pandya by time ODI WC arrives": Raina

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:57:38 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 12 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina higlighted the importance of building a backup for star all-rounder Hardik Pandya heading into the 2027 ODI World Cup, noting Nitish Kumar Reddy's recent fine performances in the Indian Premier League, adding that the backup should be given proper games to build confidence.

Pandya is missing from the ODIs against Afghanistan and al

Afghanistan A cruise past India A by DLS in rain-hit tri-series clash

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:03:31 GMT

Dambulla [Sri Lanka], June 11 (ANI): India A's imposing total of 349 proved insufficient as Afghanistan A pulled off a stunning DLS victory in a rain-affected tri-series clash in Dambulla on Thursday, powered by a blazing opening partnership and authoritative knocks from captain Imran Mir and Bahir Shah.

Put in to bat first, India A overcame the conditions through an explosive start from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who

"From Indian perspective, it's very good": Bhaichung Bhutia hails 48-team World Cup expansion

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:02:20 GMT

By Utkarsh Rathour

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 11 (ANI): Former Indian football captain and legendary striker Bhaichung Bhutia has welcomed FIFA's decision to expand the 2026 edition of the World Cup to 48 teams, calling it a 'wonderful thing' that significantly boosts India's prospects of playing on the grandest stage of world football.

The 2026 edition of the World Cup will see a record-breaking pa

Anvay Dravid named in India U19 squad for Sri Lanka tour

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:04:15 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 11 (ANI): Anvay Dravid, the son of former India skipper Rahul Dravid, has been named in the India Under-19s as the Junior Cricket Committee has announced the Under-19 squad for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka on Thursday.

The tour will feature three one-day matches followed by two multi-day games, providing the young side with valuable exposure in both limited-overs and longer f

(SP)PHILIPPINES-ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE-VOLLEYBALL-AVC WOMEN'S CUP

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:48:15 GMT

(260611) -- ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE, June 11, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Alyssa Valdez (R) of the Philippines competes during the pool A match between Chinese Taipei and the Philippines at the 2026 AVC Women's Cup in Ilocos Sur Province, the Philippines, on June 11, 2026. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

AFGHANISTAN-KABUL-REFUGEES-RETURNING HOME

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:47:26 GMT

(260611) -- KABUL, June 11, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A boy fetches water at a makeshift refugee camp in Kabul, Afghanistan, June 11, 2026. A total of 724 families, which made up of 3,693 individuals, ended their exile and returned to their homeland, Afghanistan, on Wednesday, reported the official Bakhtar News Agency on Thursday.

More than 85,000 Afghan refugees have returned to their country from neighboring Pakistan

Ashwin backs Kohli, Rohit for 2027 ODI World Cup, says experience will be key in South Africa

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:59:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has thrown his support behind Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma featuring in the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup, saying their experience and presence would make India a stronger side despite both veterans approaching the twilight of their careers.

The World Cup, scheduled to be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia in October-November 20

Sacred relics of Lord Buddha's chief disciples return to Delhi from Mongolia; LG Ladakh hails "profoundly historic moment"

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:04:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The sacred relics of Lord Buddha's chief disciples, Arhant Sariputra and Arhant Maudgalyayana, returned to the national capital from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, marking the conclusion of a 10-day exposition held during the auspicious Vesak celebrations.

Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena personally carried the holy relics back to India after the completion of the exposit

Ex-Marine with Nazi tattoo wins Democratic primary

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:10:58 GMT

Scandal-plagued Graham Platner will face Republican Susan Collins in Novembers Senate election

US Marine veteran Graham Platner, who recently covered up a Nazi-style tattoo, has won Maine's Democratic Senate primary and will face Republican Senator Susan Collins in November.

Platner, a progressive with no previous political experience, won 75% of the vote, garnering support from left-wing D

Former US Marine who covered up Nazi tattoo wins Democratic primary

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:10:58 GMT

Scandal-plagued Graham Platner will face Republican Susan Collins in Novembers Senate election

US Marine veteran Graham Platner, who recently covered up a Nazi-style tattoo, has won Maine's Democratic Senate primary and will face Republican Senator Susan Collins in November.

Platner, a progressive with no previous political experience, won 75% of the vote, garnering support from left-wing D

NW China's Xinjiang widens Altai cooperation platform as Central Asian participation grows

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 03:45:51 GMT

URUMQI, June 11 (Xinhua) -- A regional cooperation platform launched by northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has expanded its circle of participants, bringing in representatives from Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan for the first time.

The 2026 International Conference for Trans-Altai Subregional Cooperation opened on Wednesday in Altay, Xinjiang, with government and business representatives from China,

Ambassador Abhay Kumar enhances India-Azerbaijan partnerships during visit to Lankaran and Lerik

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 03:31:28 GMT

Lankaran [Azerbaijan], June 11 (ANI): As part of his visit to southern Azerbaijan, Ambassador Abhay Kumar undertook a series of engagements in the Lankaran and Lerik regions aimed at strengthening cultural, wellness, agricultural, and environmental ties between India and Azerbaijan, the statement by the Embassy of India in Azerbaijan said.

The statement noted that in Lankaran, Ambassador Kumar visited the Lankar

India gifts medical equipment to Afghanistan to strengthen healthcare sector

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:30:55 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reiterated India's commitment to strengthening Afghanistan's healthcare system, announcing the gifting of medical equipment for diagnosis, treatment, and specialised care to Afghan health authorities.

In a post on X on Wednesday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared, 'Reaffirming its commitment to supporting Afghanistan's health sector,

MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to visit Tajikistan on June 12-13

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:58:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh will undertake a two-day official visit to Tajikistan on 12-13 June, 2026, to participate in the SCO Conference on 'Central Asia - The Core of SCO: A Space of Peace and Joint Development,' hosted by the Republic of Tajikistan, the current Chair of the SCO Heads of Government Council, a statement by the Ministry of Externa

Pakistani strikes kill 13 civilians in Afghanistan

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:01:46 GMT

Islamabad violated Afghan airspace in launching the overnight attacks, a Taliban spokesperson has alleged

Hostilities flared up on the Afghan-Pakistan border overnight as strikes by the Pakistani military killed 13 civilians, Afghan officials have said.

The strikes took place in the Afghan border provinces of Kunar, Khost, and Paktika, according to Zabihullah Mujahid, a government spokesman

PM Modi thanks world leaders for wishes on record tenure as India's longest serving continuously elected Prime Minister

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:58:09 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for her warm wishes on becoming the longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister in India's history.

He said he looks forward to building on the momentum in the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership for the mutual benefit of both nations and their peoples.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:01:36 GMT

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 10: The fifth edition of Nutrify Today's C-Suite Sumflex concluded at Trident Oberoi in Mumbai on 5th June, cementing its position as the nutraceutical industry's most influential leadership gathering, a forum increasingly described by delegates as 'The Davos of Nutraceuticals.' Over two days (4th & 5th June), more than 150 C-suite leaders from global pharma, regulation,

Strengthening carpet-weaving sector can create more jobs for Afghans

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:15:12 GMT

KABUL, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Working in his small carpet-weaving shop from dawn to dusk to earn a livelihood for his 10-member family, Jan Mohammad expressed satisfaction over his income, while urging the government to further support the ancient craft.

Afghanistan's name, according to Mohammad, 40, is tied to its hand-woven carpet, and the traditional industry could be the identity of the Central Asian nation glob

Sanjay Raut urges PM Modi to name Zojila Tunnel portals after Brigadier Usman, Lalitaditya Muktapida

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:00:25 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut, through his X account, has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, proposing that the two portals of the strategically important Zojila Tunnel be named after war hero Brigadier Mohammed Usman and 8th-century Kashmiri ruler Samrat Lalitaditya Muktapida.

In a letter dated June 9, Raut described the Zojila Tunnel as one of India's most re

Hardik Pandya ruled out of Afghanistan ODIs due to injury: Sources

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:00:17 GMT

By Vipul Kashyap

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan due to an injury, sources confirmed to ANI.

India are scheduled to face Afghanistan in a three-match ODI series beginning in Dharamsala on June 13. The second ODI will be played in Lucknow on June 17, while Chennai will host the final match on June 2

Can The Dream Of A Trans-Caspian Pipeline Be Revived

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:46:59 GMT

With the Iran war disrupting traditional energy supply routes and the West seeking to lessen reliance on Russian transit networks, Trans-Caspian corridors have again emerged as a focus of international diplomacy and investment.

Several distinct regional networks gained increased attention from global players at the Baku Energy Week earlier this month, including a subsea green electricity link and the Trans-Caspia

Remarkable achievement: EAM hails PM Modi's 12 yr tenure

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:33:44 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and vision as he becomes the longest serving elected Prime Minister with 4399 days in office now.

In a post on X he said, 'Making history, one day at a time. Congratulations to PM @narendramodi on becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister, with 4399 days in office t

"Not thinking about future": Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez on Ronaldo

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:11 GMT

Leiria [Portugal], June 10 (ANI): Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has said that Cristiano Ronaldo is not focused on the possibility that Wednesday's friendly against Nigeria could be his final appearance on home soil for the national team.

Ronaldo, 41, is set to feature in a record sixth FIFA World Cup as he continues his quest to win the only major international trophy missing from his illustrious career.

13 innocent civilians killed as Pakistan violates Afghan airspace with deadly air strikes

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:34:05 GMT

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 10 (ANI): The Taliban Government in Kabul on Wednesday announced that overnight air strikes carried out by Pakistani forces inside Afghanistan resulted in the deaths of at least 13 individuals and left 14 others injured.

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid stated that Pakistan violated Afghanistan's airspace, launching targeted bombardments on civilian residences in the provinces of

Armed conflicts hit worldwide post-WWII record report

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:04:14 GMT

Sixty-five were recorded in 2025, according to the Peace Research Institute Oslo

The number of armed conflicts worldwide reached its highest level since World War II in 2025, according to a study published on Tuesday by the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO).

Researchers found there were 65 state-based conflicts - involving at least one government actor - the highest number since systemat

Chinese FM: China stays committed to being good neighbor with Mongolia

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:27:46 GMT

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (L), also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and Mongolian Foreign Minister Batmunkh Battsetseg jointly meet the press in Ulan Bator, Mongolia, June 13, 2026. /Xinhua

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said on Saturday that his talk

Belarus: Crackdown on an Independent University

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:27:11 GMT

(Berlin) - Belarusian authorities are carrying out a countrywide intimidation campaign against former and current students of the European Humanities University (EHU), Human Rights Watch said today.

The authorities have searched the homes of dozens of students and their families and harassed, interrogated, and detained them. The actions violate

Azerbaijan Rearrests Journalist Forcibly Returned from Georgia

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:21:40 GMT

Azerbaijani authorities' renewed detention of exiled journalist Afgan Sadigov raises serious concerns about transnational repression and the apparent manipulation of legal procedures across borders to silence a government critic.

Several masked men in civilian clothing detained Sadigov in the Azerbaijan capital of Baku on June 8, according to Sadigov's fa

DR Congo coach Desabre hopes World Cup return can lift spirits

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:11:41 GMT

Sebastien Desabre, coach of theWorld Cup teamfromEbola-hitDemocratic Republic of Congo, said he hoped his team would put up a "good showing" after they wereallowed to entertheUnited Stateson Thursday.

Desabre said he hoped the team could bring some pleasure to their beleaguered compatriots.

The squad arrived on a flight from Paris after US authorities insisted they serve a 21-dayquarantine periodbefore ente

Afghanistan: Taliban Use Excessive Force Against Protesters

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:50:00 GMT

(New York) - Taliban security forces in Afghanistan used excessive force against protesters in the city of Herat on June 9, 2026, Human Rights Watch said today. They beat protesters and shot toward the crowds, killing a child and injuring others, and detained an unknown number of people.

The protest followed recent arrests of women in Herat accused of viola

EU Asylum Pact Threatens Rights of People with Disabilities

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:24:26 GMT

The European Union's Pact on Migration and Asylum, a sweeping overhaul of the EU's migration rules that entering into force on June 12, risks weakening protection for migrants and asylum seekers with disabilities. Disability rights groups

Milu population keeps steady rise in north China's Inner Mongolia

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:14:08 GMT

The population of milu in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region has been growing steadily, reaching 74 after the first batch of 27 deer was introduced in 2021, according to the regional forestry and grassland bureau.

This marks a major achievement in China's efforts to rebuild a rare species population in alpine and frigid zones north of 40 degrees north latitude.

A milu herd is seen

Chinese FM Wang Yi to visit Mongolia

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:08:06 GMT

A view of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China in Beijing, China, May 28, 2026. /VCG

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Mongolia from June 13 to 15 at the invitation of Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Thursday.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, will

Pakistan renews air strikes on Afghanistan, killing several

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:07:31 GMT

Pakistanhasrenewed deadly air strikeson neighbouringAfghanistan, officials in both countries said Wednesday, in the worst violence in weeks following a period of relative calm.

An AFP journalist saw a house completely destroyed in the southeastern province of Khost, where residents were digging graves to bury those killed in the overnightattack.

Afghanistan's government spokesman, Zabihullah Mujahid, said "

Pakistan renews air strikes on Afghanistan, killing dozens

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:07:31 GMT

Pakistanhasrenewed deadly air strikeson neighbouringAfghanistan, officials in both countries said Wednesday, in the worst violence in weeks following a period of relative calm.

Pakistan's government said on Wednesday that 26 "militants" linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) group were killedin the attacks.

"In the aftermath of recent terrorist incidents in Pakistan.... precise and calibrated Strike

Azerbaijan: Exiled Critics Convicted in Absentia

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:18:21 GMT

(Berlin, June 10, 2026) - Azerbaijani authorities are prosecuting critics in exile, often based on social media posts and online commentary, Human Rights Watch said today. Those targeted, often convicted in absentia with long sentences, are at risk of extradition, detention during travel, and other forms of cross-border pressure.

"These trials of g

Armenia, Azerbaijan yet to finish border fence

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:27:26 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia and Azerbaijan have not yet completed construction of the border fence in the area of Nerkin Voskepar village in Armenia's Tavush Province. The information was confirmed by Armenia's National Security Service (NSS), Sputnik Armenia reports.

"Relevant work is being carried out to construct barbed-wire barriers on the border section near Nerkin Vos

The Empire of Double Standards

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:02:27 GMT

Gaza, Iran, and the Machinery of Western Power

For decades, the United States and its transatlantic allies have presented themselves as the guardians of democracy, freedom, and human rights. Yet across the Middle East, this moral narrative has repeatedly collided with a far darker reality one marked by war, sanctions, military occupation, political interference, and the destruction of civilian life.

From Ir

When the Mirror Was Ignored: FIFA 2026 and the Culture of Humiliation

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:14:04 GMT

International sporting events are often presented as celebrations of our shared humanity. They are meant to transcend borders, politics, religion, and conflict. For a few weeks, the world gathers around a common language of play, where talent, effort, and teamwork are supposed to matter more than nationality, wealth, or power.

Yet sometimes these events reveal more about who we are than the values they claim to e

Foreign ministers of China, Mongolia issue joint press communique on ties, cooperation

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:45:29 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 14 (Xinhua) -- A joint press communique was issued on Sunday following talks between Mongolian Foreign Minister Batmunkh Battsetseg and visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighting the synergy of development strategies and the expansion of mutually beneficial cooperation.

During the three-d

6 dead in north China traffic accident

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:48:23 GMT

HOHHOT, June 14 (Xinhua) -- Six people were killed in a rear-end collision between two vehicles on Sunday morning in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, according to local authorities.

The accident took place at approximately 4 a.m. when a pickup truck crashed into the back of a parked truck in the region's Ejin Banner (county), killing six people on the pickup truck.

Mongolia observes World Blood Donor Day

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:15:18 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 14 (Xinhua) -- Mongolia on Sunday marked World Blood Donor Day, which falls on June 14 annually, paying tribute to voluntary, unpaid blood donors.

To commemorate the occasion, the National Center for Transfusion Medicine (NCTM) organized a ceremony honoring voluntary blood donors and employees of organizations that actively support blood donation activities. Around 100 donors were recognized for

Feature: Flowers shape Afghan culture as petals of heritage

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:15:08 GMT

KABUL, June 14 (Xinhua) -- Deeply woven into Afghanistan's cultural heritage, flowers symbolize beauty, peace, and renewal. As hot weather arrives, booming flower markets and exhibitions reflect Afghans' enduring love for nature and greenery.

In a bustling flower market in Kabul, veteran florist Haji Mumtaz Hakimi meticulously arranges fresh roses, carnations and seasonal blossoms. Having spent nearly four decad

1 child killed, 6 injured as 2 unexploded devices go off in S. Afghanistan

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:45:17 GMT

KABUL, June 14 (Xinhua) -- A child was killed and six others sustained injuries after two unexploded device left over from the wars went off in southern Afghanistan's Helmand province on Saturday, provincial director for information and culture Mullah Abdul Bari Rashid said Sunday.

In the first gruesome incident, which occurred in Sangin district on Saturday afternoon after three innocent children found a toy-li

China stays committed to being good neighbor, partner with mutual trust, support in handling ties with Mongolia: FM

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:45:05 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 14 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said here on Saturday that his talks with Mongolian Foreign Minister Batmunkh Battsetseg had yielded a broad consensus on bilateral relations and regional cooperation.

Both sides agreed that, amid a turbulent international environment and increasingly complex

4 missing, 9 rescued after boat capsizes in N. Afghanistan

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:45:08 GMT

KABUL, June 14 (Xinhua) -- At least four people are missing and nine others have been rescued after a boat capsized in a river in northern Afghanistan's Badakhshan province, local authorities reported late Saturday.

The incident occurred on Friday in the remote Aweez area of Shahri Buzurg district, when a small, locally operated vessel carrying passengers from one bank to the other foundered under unclear circum

World Bank raises Uzbekistan's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 6.4 pct

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:45:14 GMT

TASHKENT, June 13 (Xinhua) -- The World Bank has raised its forecast for Uzbekistan's gross domestic product (GDP) growth in 2026 to 6.4 percent, according to the bank's latest Global Economic Prospects report.

The new projection is 0.4 percentage points higher than the bank's January estimate for 2026.

The World Bank estimated the country's GDP growth at 7.7 percent in 2025, and projected a growth of 6.7

Mongolian president meets Chinese FM

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:45:51 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 13 (Xinhua) -- Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh met with Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister, here on Saturday.

During the meeting, Khurelsukh said the Mongolia-China relationship has become a model for inter-state relations in the region.

The two countries have consistently respected each other's i

Xinhua Headlines: Regulars, newcomers witness fresh vistas for shared growth at China-South Asia Expo

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:48:40 GMT

KUNMING, June 13 (Xinhua) -- Having grown from a niche commodity fair into a major international event, the China-South Asia Expo (CSAE) has, over ten editions, achieved remarkable success in boosting trade, attracting investment, and strengthening people-to-people ties between China and South Asian nations.

The 10th CSAE, which kicked off in southwest China's Yunnan Province on Thursday, has expanded in scale,

Pakistan sets free 763 Afghan prisoners, repatriates 3,700 refugees

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:45:06 GMT

KABUL, June 13 (Xinhua) -- Pakistan has freed 763 Afghan inmates from its prisons over the past week, while 3,700 Afghan refugees returned home from the country in a single day, Afghan officials said on Saturday.

The freed prisoners, who were held on various charges, crossed into Afghanistan through the Spin Boldak border crossing in southern Kandahar province and the Torkham crossing in eastern Nangarhar provin

Inner Side Out | How did Inner Mongolia turn a polluted lake into a bird paradise?

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 01:15:08 GMT

Do you know why lakes are called "seas" in Mongolian?

Because on the grassland, every lake is as precious as the ocean.

Once a stinky, fading wetland in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Ulan Suhai Lake is now a reborn paradise for over 260 bird species! The secret? Follow us to find out.

Georgia PM's visit opens new stage in bilateral ties: Kyrgyz president

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:15:14 GMT

BISHKEK, June 12 (Xinhua) -- Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's visit to Kyrgyzstan marks the beginning of a new stage in the development of bilateral relations, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov said Friday.

Kobakhidze, who arrived in Bishkek for an official visit lasting through Saturday, is making the first high-level official visit by a Georgian delegation to Kyrgyzstan.

Kyrgyzstan views Georgia

(China Economic Roundtable) China Focus: China's new mega project to break bottleneck on world's busiest inland waterway

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:16:53 GMT

BEIJING, June 12 (Xinhua) -- China is building a mega waterway project to expand shipping capacity along the Yangtze River, betting that a smoother "golden waterway" will keep goods flowing along one of the world's busiest inland shipping routes and shore up the country's internal connectivity.

The Yangtze is China's longest river and a vital artery for freight between its inland and coastal regions. The Three G

Mongolia adds 13th site to UNESCO biosphere reserve network

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:15:41 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 12 (Xinhua) -- Mongolia's Tost Toson Bumbiin Nuruu has been added to the World Network of Biosphere Reserves of UNESCO, the country's Ministry of Environment and Climate Change said on Friday.

The designation was approved during the 38th session of the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Program, held in Hernandarias, Paraguay.

With the inclusion of Tost T

60"FlyOverChina | Beautiful sunset over Inner Mongolia wetlands

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:49:12 GMT

HINGGAN LEAGUE, June 12 (Xinhua) -- Alin Lake is a "pearl" of the wetlands in the Horqin National Nature Reserve, Horqin Right Wing Middle Banner of Hinggan League, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

At sunset, the sky is ablaze with color, dyeing the river's surface red and creating a breathtaking scene where water and sky merge into one, as brilliant as molten gold.

China issues rainstorm alert as heavy downpours forecast in southern regions

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:16:17 GMT

BEIJING, June 12 (Xinhua) -- China's National Meteorological Center on Friday issued a blue alert for rainstorms, as heavy rain or rainstorms are expected to hit parts of southwest China, east China and south China from Friday to Saturday.

Some areas in Guizhou, Jiangxi and elsewhere are likely to experience torrential rain, while parts of the affected regions may see short-term heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and

Women's prize for non-fiction winner, The Finest Hotel in Kabul, gives voice to the people of Afghanistan

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:34:18 GMT

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The Finest Hotel in Kabul: A People's History of Afghanistan is about an institution tasked with the job of housing strangers - Kabul's Intercontinental Hotel. Through this hotel, which sits high on a hill, and the people within it, seasoned BBC journalist and current

Police discover illegal drugs, arrest 3 smugglers in N. Afghanistan

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:45:12 GMT

KABUL, June 12 (Xinhua) -- Police in the drive against illegal drugs discovered 13 kg of opium and took into custody three drug traffickers in Takhar province, north of Afghanistan, on Thursday, provincial police spokesman Nizamudin Omir said Friday.

The alleged drug smugglers, all Afghan nationals, were attempting to take the contraband out of Takhar on Thursday, but police identified and took them into custody

Measles cases rise to 15,389 in Mongolia

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:45:10 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 11 (Xinhua) -- Seven new measles cases were confirmed in Mongolia over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed cases nationwide to 15,389, the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) reported on Thursday.

The newly confirmed cases were recorded in Ulan Bator, the national capital, which is home to about half of Mongolia's 3.5 million population, said the NCCD.

Kazakhstan's grain, flour exports up 13 pct

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:45:19 GMT

ALMATY, June 11 (Xinhua) -- Kazakhstan exported 12.2 million tonnes of grain and flour between September 2025 and March 2026, up 13 percent year on year, the country's Ministry of Agriculture said on Thursday.

The largest increase in shipments was recorded to Central Asia and Afghanistan, with exports to Uzbekistan rising 38 percent to 5 million tonnes and supplies to Kyrgyzstan jumping 50 percent to 474,000 ton

Iran hands over 408 inmates to Afghanistan

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:45:20 GMT

KABUL, June 11 (Xinhua) -- At least 408 Afghan nationals imprisoned in Iran have been transferred to Afghanistan, where they will serve the remainder of their sentences, Afghan prison authorities said on Thursday.

The individuals were transferred late on Wednesday as a humanitarian and goodwill gesture by Iranian authorities, and crossed into Afghanistan via the Islam Qala border point in western Herat province,

Construction of check dams begins in Afghanistan's Ghazni province

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:15:18 GMT

KABUL, June 11 (Xinhua) -- Construction work on two major check dam projects has begun in Gilan district of Afghanistan's Ghazni province, the provincial government office said Thursday.

According to the statement, the projects are expected to improve water conservation, support agricultural activities, and enhance the management of water resources in the area.

Authorities said the construction work is sc

Chinese FM to visit Mongolia

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:15:30 GMT

BEIJING, June 11 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Mongolia from June 13 to 15, a foreign ministry spokesperson announced on Thursday.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, will pay the visit at the invitation of Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh, the spokesperson said.

Feature: Afghan children swap school for child labor to survive

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:45:07 GMT

KABUL, June 11 (Xinhua) -- As the international community observes the World Day Against Child Labor on June 12, millions of Afghan children are leaving school to work in brick kilns, markets, construction sites, and workshops, driven by grinding poverty that has upended families across the poverty-stricken country.

Ten-year-old Sulaiman's face is covered in dust. His hands are calloused, and his small frame lag