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Danish speaks out in support of rights for minority groups

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5 years ago

December 13, 2020

Sarwar Danish, Afghanistan’s second vice president, said at a gathering on Sunday that the basic rights of Afghans, especially minorities, need to be focused on and preserved during peace talks and after a peace agreement has been reached.

Speaking at an event on the vulnerability of minorities and the peace process, Danish said that Afghanistan’s Constitution clearly lays out the rights of ethnic, tribal, and cultural minorities but many of these rights have not yet been implemented.

“In our country when you speak about minority rights, some people say that it is against national unity, however respecting minorities and other cultures is national unity and will improve solidarity, ” said Danish.

According to Danish the minority groups should be represented in the peace talks by their own representatives.

“Despite the Afghan government and people supporting the peace process, minorities are seriously concerned about their rights [being preserved],” said Danish.

Afghanistan’s Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) said minorities and victims voices should not be ignored in the peace talks.

“All human rights, especially victims’ rights, should be considered for the sake of lasting peace in the country,” said Naeem Nazari, deputy head of AIHRC.

On the other hand, the state minister for human rights affairs said that there is no excuse for human rights not to be upheld.

“Special attention is needed for [preserving] women and minorities’ rights,” said Sima Samar, state minister for human rights affairs.

Participants of the gathering emphasized that Afghanistan is the home for all Afghans and without the rights of minorities the country will not achieve a lasting peace.

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IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians crush Gujarat Titans by 99 runs

The match was defined by a sensational innings from Tilak Varma, who struck an unbeaten 101 off just 45 deliveries to power Mumbai to a commanding total.

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1 hour ago

April 21, 2026

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Mumbai Indians returned to winning ways in emphatic fashion on Monday, defeating Gujarat Titans by 99 runs in a dominant Indian Premier League encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

The match was defined by a sensational innings from Tilak Varma, who struck an unbeaten 101 off just 45 deliveries to power Mumbai to a commanding total. The left-hander’s maiden IPL century came at a crucial time for his side, lifting them out of a recent slump with a display of clean, aggressive hitting that dismantled the Gujarat bowling attack.

After a steady start, Varma accelerated sharply through the middle and death overs, finding boundaries with ease and maintaining a high strike rate to push Mumbai well beyond Gujarat’s reach.

In reply, Gujarat Titans faltered under scoreboard pressure. Their batting lineup failed to build partnerships as Mumbai’s bowlers tightened control early on. Ashwani Kumar led the charge with the ball, claiming four wickets in a disciplined spell that ensured the hosts never threatened the target.

Gujarat were eventually bowled out well short, handing Mumbai one of their most convincing wins of the season and snapping a four-match losing streak.

The result provides a timely boost for Mumbai Indians as the tournament enters a critical phase, while Gujarat Titans will be left searching for answers after a heavy defeat on home soil.

Attention now turns to Tuesday’s IPL fixture, where Sunrisers Hyderabad take on Delhi Capitals. Hyderabad will be aiming to continue their strong run of form, while Delhi are looking to secure an important victory to improve their standing in the competition.

All IPL matches are being broadcast live and exclusively in Afghanistan on Ariana Television, providing fans nationwide with comprehensive coverage of the tournament.

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Robat Paryan railway station nearing completion, says Herat governor

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19 hours ago

April 20, 2026

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Noor Ahmad Islamjar has said construction of the Robat Paryan railway station in Herat Province is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed in the near future.

During an inspection of operations along the Khaf–Herat railway line, the governor visited the Robat Paryan station project and reviewed work across different sections, according to a statement from his office.

Islamjar provided guidance to project officials and called for efforts to accelerate implementation, the statement said.

He noted that the station is being built to international standards and added that, once completed, the railway line will be extended to Robat Paryan.

Project officials, meanwhile, said work is being expedited and expressed confidence that the station will soon become operational.

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Afghanistan, Belarus hold talks on fuel imports

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21 hours ago

April 20, 2026

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Nooruddin Azizi, Minister of Industry and Commerce of the Islamic Emirate, has held talks with Andrei Yevgenyevich Kuznetsov, Belarus’s Minister of Industry, on increasing the level of trade between the two countries and purchasing diesel fuel and petrol from Belarus.

Azizi raised this issue during his visit to Uzbekistan in a meeting with the Belarusian Minister of Industry.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Azizi invited Belarusian investors to take advantage of investment opportunities in Afghanistan, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector.

The statement added that both sides agreed to establish a joint working team at the deputy-minister level to follow up on the issues discussed in the meeting, especially efforts to increase the volume of trade between the two countries.