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India is seeking renewed US sanctions exemptions to continue operating Iran’s Chabahar Port, a project New Delhi considers strategically important for maintaining trade with Afghanistan and expanding connectivity to Central Asia. Indian officials said the government is pursuing diplomatic efforts to restore the waiver after the latest US exemption expired in April 2026, leaving uncertainty […] The post India Seeking US Sanctions Waiver to Keep Chabahar Trade Route Open appeared first on Khaama Press .

The minister announced his resignation on X just as police fired tear gas to scatter young protesters in New Delhi, hours before their ​leaders were set to hold another round of talks with ministers. The post Modi’s education minister resigns in major win for Indian youth protesters first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .

Thousands of supporters of India’s youth-led “ cockroach ” movement have been protesting since June, demanding the education minister resign over exam paper leaks , in the biggest challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his third term. Activists say the leaks showed widespread corruption, a complaint which has brought crowds onto the streets for years. Following are details of major rallies, triggered by graft and other crimes and causes, over the past two decades.

Afghanistan's acting ambassador to India and the Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock held a joint press conference to discuss the growing relations between Kabul and New Delhi, emphasizing historical ties and potential for agricultural cooperation.

Afghanistan’s Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, Ataullah Omari, called for greater Indian investment and technology transfer to help modernize Afghanistan’s agriculture sector during an India–Afghanistan trade forum held in New Delhi on Friday. The Industry Interactive Session on “India–Afghanistan Trade Opportunities” was organized by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI)’s International Affairs […] The post Afghan minister invites Indian investment in agriculture at New Delhi trade forum first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .

The Taliban's acting agriculture minister, Ataullah Omari, visited New Delhi and agreed with Indian officials to establish a joint agricultural working group to boost cooperation between the two countries.

Agriculture Minister Holds Talks in India on Expanding Cooperation Ebadullah.Ebadi Fri, 07/10/2026 - 20:02 Author Liluma Qadiry Business The Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, Ataullah Omari, continued his visit to India by meeting with Chirag Paswan, India's Minister of Food Processing Industries, and Dr. Shaji K.V., Chairman of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). During his meeting with the Indian minister, the two sides discussed expanding cooperation in agricultural processing and value addition, technology transfer, capacity building, and the promotion of bilateral trade.

India, Afghanistan Hold Fourth Joint Foreign Office Consultations Hayatullah.Rahimi Sat, 07/11/2026 - 00:35 Author TOLOnews Profile Photo Author Short Bio TOLOnews is Afghanistan’s first 24-hour TV/online news channel covering national, regional and world affairs. Author Job TV Network Afghanistan India's Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday hosted the fourth meeting of the India-Afghanistan Joint Coordination Committee in New Delhi. The meeting was co-chaired by Shuaib Baryalai, Director General of the First Political Division at Afghanistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Anand Prakash, Joint Secretary for Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran at India's Ministry of External Affairs.

Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs, has announced that the fourth meeting of the India-Taliban Joint Committee was held in New Delhi. In a statement released on Thursday, July 9, 2026, Jaiswal said the meeting was co-chaired by M. Anand Prakash, Joint Secretary for the Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Iran Division at India’s […] The post Jaiswal: Fourth India-Taliban Joint Committee Meeting Held appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .

Agriculture Minister Visits India to Expand Agricultural Cooperation Ebadullah.Ebadi Tue, 07/07/2026 - 21:16 Author Liluma Qadiry Business As visits by senior Islamic Emirate officials to India continue, Ataullah Omari, Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, has traveled to India at the head of an official delegation. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the visit aims to strengthen cooperation in agriculture, irrigation, livestock, agricultural trade, exports and imports of agricultural products, knowledge exchange, and the use of India's expertise and achievements in these sectors. Ministry spokesperson Shir Mohammad Hatami said: "During the visit, the Minister of Agriculture is scheduled to meet with officials from India's Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, as well as senior government officials and private sector representatives, to discuss expanding bilateral agricultural cooperation." This marks the fourth visit by a minister of the Islamic Emirate to India in the past two years.

The Afghan Embassy in New Delhi did not respond to requests for comment. The post South Asian University ends scholarships for Afghan students over funding dispute first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .

Shapoor Zadran: A Name Forever Etched in Afghan Cricket History Ebadullah.Ebadi Tue, 07/07/2026 - 21:10 Author Hamayoun Ashna Profile Photo Author Job Head of Sport Desk Sport Shapoor Zadran, one of Afghanistan's cricket pioneers and a key figure in the national team's rise, has passed away after months of battling cancer. He died last night at a hospital in New Delhi, India. Emerging from the early days of Afghan cricket, when the sport was played with limited resources and facilities, Zadran rose through determination and hard work to become one of the pillars of the national team.

Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran died on Tuesday, a day short of his 39th birthday, after reportedly undergoing treatment for a rare severe immune system disorder at a New Delhi hospital.

Afghanistan and India Hold Talks to Expand Trade Relations mursaleen Thu, 06/25/2026 - 16:05 Author Liluma Qadiry Business Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI), met with Anand Prakash, India's Special Representative for Afghanistan, during his visit to India to discuss the challenges and opportunities for expanding economic and trade cooperation between the two countries. According to the ACCI, Mr. Hashemi welcomed India's decision to resume issuing business visas for Afghan traders.

A 20-member Indian business delegation is expected to visit Afghanistan in the coming weeks to assess investment opportunities and explore ways to expand commercial cooperation, business leaders announced during a trade forum in New Delhi on Wednesday. The commitment was made by Santosh Joshi, head of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India, […] The post Indian Business Delegation Plans Afghanistan Visit to Explore Investment Opportunities appeared first on Khaama Press .

The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) and the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and business cooperation between India and Afghanistan. The agreement was signed in New Delhi by Saurabh Sanyal, Secretary General of ASSOCHAM, and Sayed […] The post Afghanistan chamber, India’s ASSOCHAM sign MoU to enhance trade and investment cooperation first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .

Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions Discussed at BRICS Security Advisers’ Meeting Ebadullah.Ebadi Tue, 06/23/2026 - 19:55 Author Ebadullah Ebadi Profile Photo Author Job Journalist (Web Editor) Afghanistan On the second day of the two-day 16th meeting of BRICS National Security Advisers, chaired by India’s National Security Adviser in New Delhi, security challenges and regional stability were discussed. Indian media outlets reported that the ongoing tensions between the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and Pakistan were among the topics raised during the meeting, which was hosted in New Delhi, the capital of India. Sayed Jawad Hussaini, a political analyst, said: “Without a doubt, these countries can play a significant role in Afghanistan, as China, Russia, and other countries close to Afghanistan are present within this framework.

New Delhi, Jun 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for stronger international partnerships founded on trust, transparency, and shared ownership, while addressing the Outreach Session on “Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity” at the G7 Summit in Evian, France. Addressing world leaders, PM Modi said that in an increasingly interconnected world, challenges related to energy, food, health, cyber, and economic security are closely linked, making international cooperation essential for global progress and prosperity. PM Modi cautioned that trade and technology were increasingly being misused for narrow interests, creating a trust deficit in the international system.

New Delhi Reaffirms Support for Afghanistan's Peace and Stability Hayatullah.Rahimi Thu, 06/11/2026 - 00:07 Author TOLOnews Profile Photo Author Short Bio TOLOnews is Afghanistan’s first 24-hour TV/online news channel covering national, regional and world affairs. Author Job TV Network Afghanistan India's Ministry of External Affairs says New Delhi's position on Afghanistan remains unchanged and that the country remains committed to supporting the Afghan people. Speaking at a recent press briefing, the ministry's spokesperson stressed that India's approach is focused on supporting peace, stability, and development in Afghanistan.

United Nations, Jun 8: India on Monday hit out at Pakistan at the UN, slamming Islamabad’s decision to refer to groups inside its own borders as 'Fitna al-Hindustan' as nothing but "officially sponsored misinformation and disinformation dressed in religious terminology.” India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni delivered a strong statement against Pakistan here during a UN Security Council meeting on the ‘Situation in Afghanistan’. Hitting out strongly, Parvathaneni said that Pakistan coming up with official notifications, directing its government agencies to start referring to groups inside its own borders as 'Fitna al Hindustan', "is nothing but officially sponsored misinformation and disinformation dressed in religious terminology". Last year, the government of Pakistan officially designated all terrorist groups and organisations operating in Balochistan province 'Fitna al Hindustan', alleging, without giving any proof, that the outfits indulged in terrorism at India's behest, according to Pakistani media reports.

India scored 96 runs and lost one wicket on Day 1 of the test match against Afghanistan in New Delhi, with Afghan bowler Salim Sapi taking one wicket.

New Delhi, May 14: Teenage batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was on Thursday named in the 15-member India A squad for the tri-nation 50-over series in Sri Lanka, starting June 9. Apart from the hosts, the other team in the tournament is Afghanistan A. The matches will be played in Dambulla.