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An outlook of Kabul city under Coronavirus lockdown
Kabul is living its hard time, facing the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic – although people do not take it seriously, the city is experiencing a lock-down.
Kabul is the second Afghan city hit by the virus. Though several cases are being tested positive for the virus in the capital Kabul every day, and restrictions have been announced by the authorities, neither the disease nor the restrictions on movements have been taken seriously by most people. Many believe that the real concern is that if the inconsideration and the recklessness continue, the city will walk into an uncontrollable situation.
Kabul City footage under Coronavirus lockdown
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The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in all over Afghanistan is now in hundreds.
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Allaudin area of Kabul; movement seems less than it was before.
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Bagh-e Bala area of Kabul; now deserted.
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Dahanai Nal area of Kabul; People work here despite the lockdown.
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Central area of Kabul, Dar-ul-Aman represents a decent curfew.
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Enhesarat area of Kabul; People still work here reasoning poverty.
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Kart-e-Char, the heart of Kabul; lockdown almost welcomed by people.
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Kart-e-Mamoorin area; deserted for the sake of the lockdown.
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Kart-e-Parwan; People seem to be abiding by the lockdown.
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Kot-e-Sangi area of Kabul; Few people walk around.
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Pol-e-Sokhta area of Kabul – Commuted as usual.
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Qowa-e-Markaz Road, a commercial spot of Kabul; no trade activities are seen.
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Darwaza-e-Sher, hillside area; inhabited by the poor – the quarantine has been painful here.
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The quarantine measures have been imposed in many other countries across the world. To name a few, US, India and Brazil have been implementing curfew as a part of efforts to slow down the transmission of the Coronavirus. Meanwhile, Americas, Indians and Brazilians have welcomed the lock down, helping the government in the fight against the COVID-19 by staying put.
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Empty soccer fields in the Flamengo neigborhood of Rio de Janeiro
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Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro
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Ipanema beach in Rio de Janeiro
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The Candelaria church and Presidente Vargas Avenue in Rio de Janeiro’s downtown
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A mall parking in Rio de Janeiro’s Barra da Tijuca neighborhood
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The Rio-Niteroi bridge in Rio de Janeir
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The Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro
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The Rio das Pedras slum in Rio de Janeiro
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Presidente Vargas Avenue in Rio de Janeiro
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Many US states and cities have told their citizens to stay home and avoid contact with other people. These images show how empty schools, parking lots and city streets have become.
US cities in Coronavirus quarantine, seen from above
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US cities in Coronavirus quarantine, seen from above
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US cities in Coronavirus quarantine, seen from above
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US cities in Coronavirus quarantine, seen from above
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US cities in Coronavirus quarantine, seen from above
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In India, a three-week nationwide lockdown has been imposed by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an attempt to halt the spread of the Coronavirus.
India’s 1.3billion population in lockdown – in pictures
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India’s 1.3billion population in lockdown – in pictures
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India’s 1.3billion population in lockdown – in pictures
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India’s 1.3billion population in lockdown – in pictures
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India’s 1.3billion population in lockdown – in pictures
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The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan has signed a 30-year agreement with a private company to extract marble in Daikundi province.
Under the contract, the company will invest AFN 283 million in exploring and mining marble at the “Mesh-Uliya” site, spanning 16.74 square kilometers in central Daikundi.
Hedayatullah Badri, Minister of Mines and Petroleum, stated that the marble will be processed domestically before being exported abroad. He added that the Mesh-Uliya project is expected to create around 200 jobs, and the company is committed to supporting local communities through social initiatives.
Economic experts highlight that such investments, especially those focusing on domestic processing, are crucial for job creation, boosting exports, and strengthening the national economy. Analysts further note that the project will improve local infrastructure, expand social services, and enhance the economic and social well-being of Daikundi residents.
Since the return of the Islamic Emirate to power, efforts to develop Afghanistan’s mining sector have intensified, with multiple contracts signed in areas including cement, copper, iron, and lapis lazuli, involving both domestic and international companies.
A passenger bus veered off the Salang Highway before dawn on Sunday, leaving five people dead and 44 others injured, the Ministry of Public Works said.
According to the ministry, the incident occurred at around 2:00 a.m. in the Shawol area of North Salang when a passenger bus deviated from the main road due to the driver’s negligence.
Mohammad Ashraf Haqshenas, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works, said five passengers were killed and 44 others sustained injuries. He added that personnel from the Salang Maintenance and Protection Directorate promptly arrived at the scene and transferred the injured to the Khunjān clinic for medical treatment.
The Ministry of Public Works has urged drivers and passengers traveling on the Salang Highway to strictly follow the instructions of on-duty teams, observe traffic regulations, and carry warm clothing, food supplies, and snow chains to prevent similar incidents.
The ministry also noted that heavy snowfall and stormy weather have led to the temporary closure of the highway, while road maintenance teams are continuing snow-clearing operations.
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Major fire in Mandawi Kabul market contained, extensive losses prevented
Local shopkeepers said the fire broke out around 4 a.m.
The Ministry of Interior reported that personnel from the General Directorate of Firefighting and Emergency Response successfully prevented the further spread of a fire at Mandawi market on Kabul early Sunday morning.
Abdul Mateen Qani, spokesperson for the ministry, said that the fire destroyed 10 storage facilities and 8 shops. He added that initial losses are estimated at around $700,000, but timely action by firefighting personnel saved property worth approximately $2.2 million.
Qani explained that the fire was caused by an electrical short circuit. He praised the rapid and effective containment operations, which prevented more extensive damage.
Local shopkeepers said the fire broke out around 4 a.m.
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