International

Powerful Quake Rocks Eastern Afghanistan, Scores Feared Dead

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

A strong earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale struck eastern Afghanistan near Jalalabad late on Sunday night. The epicenter was reported in Nangarhar and Kunar provinces at a shallow depth of about 8 km, which intensified the tremors across the region. The quake occurred at 11:47 p.m. local time, sending people rushing out of […]

International

Taliban Blames Pakistan For Airstrikes In Eastern Afghanistan

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government has accused Pakistan of carrying out drone strikes on Nangarhar and Khost provinces, which killed three people and left at least seven others injured. According to Afghan officials, the strikes also destroyed several homes, sparking panic among local residents. The Taliban claimed the victims were civilians, although independent

Cricket Sports

Afghanistan to Host Bangladesh for White-Ball Series in UAE

By BPN News Desk August 25, 2025

Afghanistan will host Bangladesh for a six-match white-ball series in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from October 2 to 14. The tour will feature three T20 Internationals (T20Is) followed by three One-Day Internationals (ODIs). Match Schedule and Venues The T20I series will be played in Sharjah on October 2, 3, and 5. The ODI matches […]

International

China Calls for Stronger Ties with Pakistan, Afghanistan

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a trilateral dialogue with his counterparts from Pakistan and Afghanistan in Kabul. The meeting focused on strengthening security cooperation, boosting trade, and expanding regional connectivity at a time when all three countries face growing internal and external challenges. Security and Counterterrorism Wang Yi urged the three

International

U.S. Blocks Afghan FM Visit to Pakistan Over Travel Ban

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2025

The United States has reportedly stopped Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, from travelling to Pakistan in August by refusing a travel exemption. Muttaqi is subject to international travel restrictions due to his role in the Taliban leadership. The decision blocked a planned diplomatic visit aimed at improving ties between Kabul and Islamabad. Concerns Over

International

Germany Deports 81 Afghans Amid Migration Overhaul

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2025

The German government deported 81 Afghan nationals in a chartered flight to Kabul on Thursday night, marking the second such deportation since Germany resumed returns to Afghanistan earlier this year. The deported individuals were all adult men with criminal convictions or denied asylum claims. This action is part of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s new hardline immigration

International

China, Pakistan, Afghanistan Agree to Expand CPEC

By BPN News Desk May 24, 2025

In a move with far-reaching regional implications, China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan have agreed to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan. The decision was taken during an informal trilateral meeting held in Beijing on May 21, 2025, with the aim of boosting infrastructure, connectivity, and economic cooperation in the region. “China,

Asia

India Engages With Taliban Amid Evolving Regional Dynamics

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2025

In a significant shift, India has initiated diplomatic engagement with the Taliban, signaling a pragmatic approach to addressing evolving regional challenges. This outreach comes amid growing concerns over Afghanistan’s security, trade opportunities, and geopolitical stability. India’s outreach focuses on safeguarding its strategic interests in Afghanistan, which has