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Afghanistan: World Bank-funded water networks launched in drought-hit Ghaz
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Three World Bank-funded clean drinking water projects have begun in Ghazni province, benefiting about 1,000 families. Residents say drought has caused severe shortages. Authorities said additional water supply networks completed this year have already provided clean water to nearly 4,000 fam
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T20 World Cup: Tim Seifert becomes fifth New Zealand batter to reach 2,000
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Seifert became the fifth Kiwi batter to reach the 2000-run mark in the shortest format. He took 1395 balls to reach the milestone, which is also the fifth fastest for any batter from a full-member nation. Suryakumar Yadav is the fastest to reach 2000 runs in just 1164 balls.
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New Zealand record highest successful run-chase in T20 WC, defeat Afghanis
Updated : 1 month ago IST
New Zealand defeated Afghanistan by five wickets in both teams' first match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday. Notably, the win also marked New Zealand recording their highest successful run-chase in the T20 World Cup history.
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"Do not think much about it...": Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan on touchi
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Rashid's men, who had stunned the world by slaying giants like New Zealand and Australia on their way to a T20 World Cup semifinal berth, will aim to replicate their heroics and maybe go a little further in more familiar Asian conditions when they start their campaign against New Zealand
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We were challenged with ball against India: New Zealand skipper Santner ah
Updated : 1 month ago IST
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has acknowledged that his side's inability to control the powerplay with the ball emerged as a key area of concern during the recent five-match T20I series against India, particularly as the team prepares for their upcoming group stage match against th
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Kabul rejects Pakistan's claim linking Islamabad Mosque attack to Afghanis
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Kabul has rejected Pakistan's claims that the recent suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad had links to Afghanistan, calling the allegations premature and unsupported by evidence, Khaama Press News Agency reported on Friday.
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UAE frees over 100 Afghan prisoners on National Day after Kabul's diplomat
Updated : 1 month ago IST
The UAE released over 100 Afghan prisoners on its National Day following Afghanistan's diplomatic efforts. Some have returned home, with others to follow. Activists welcomed the move as humanitarian, hoping it leads to more releases and better support for migrants abroad.
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Afghanistan food prices soar despite falling dollar, straining import-depe
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Afghanistan is seeing sharp rises in food prices despite a weaker US dollar, with flour, rice and cooking oil becoming costlier. Shopkeepers and residents say purchasing power has dropped, while authorities cite monetary policies as households struggle amid import and transit challenges.
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"You can't rely on toss to decide the game": Afghanistan skipper Rashid Kh
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
England captain Harry Brook highlighted the importance of staying focused on process and performance. "We have said from the start that we just want to take it game by game, stay in the moment as much as possible and see where we land in a couple of weeks. Absolutely, we are confident, we wa
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Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 strikes Afghanistan
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 km. The latitude of the earthquake site was 36.23 North, and the longitude was 70.33 East.
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Nearly 94,000 Afghan families return in three months amid rights concerns
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
Nearly 94,000 Afghan families have returned from Iran, Turkey and Pakistan in three months, with most coming from Pakistan. While aid has been provided, returnees report mistreatment, and activists urge sustainable reintegration as daily arrivals continue to rise.
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"Very happy to contribute": Centurion Aaron George after India thrash Afgh
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
This was also the highest successful run-chase for India in U19 ODIs, bettering 304 against England in Taunton in 2002. India also reached their 10th U19 World Cup final, the most for any team, followed by Australia with six in 16 editions of this tournament.
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