The United Nations has issued a stern call for the Taliban government in Afghanistan to immediately cease its practice of public executions and floggings, describing these acts as “inhuman” and a clear violation of fundamental human rights. This condemnation comes in response to recent public executions where three men were put to death by gunfire in Afghan sports stadiums, witnessed by hundreds of onlookers. The UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR), based in Geneva, expressed its profound concern, characterizing these public executions as forms of cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment. Taliban’s Corporal Punishment Since assuming control of Afghanistan in…
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During the first era of Taliban rule in the 1990s, their disdain for many sports led to Kabul’s main stadium drawing significant crowds on days designated for public executions. However, since returning to power in 2021, Taliban has shifted its focus to transforming Afghanistan into a global cricket force. They have ambitious plans for a modern cricket stadium capable of hosting international matches. Despite initial concerns, the men’s national cricket team has not only sustained its momentum but has also achieved surprising victories in international competitions. Private cricket academies, funded independently, are experiencing a notable increase in new players. The…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has made significant strides in water management and flood prevention. It is vivid in the completion of the construction of 37 small dams in KP. Additionally, construction on 24 others along various rivers and water channels is underway. A spokesman from the Directorate of Small Dams in the Irrigation Department shared detailed insights into these initiatives. Among the completed dams, 15 are operational under the auspices of the provincial government. The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) is supervising 11 others. In the merged districts of KPK, 19 dams have been successfully constructed, collectively providing a…
The CM of Balochistan, Mir Ali Mardan Khan Domki, has issued directives to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority of Balochistan. The CM it to intensify relief efforts in the rain-affected regions of Gwadar. In a recently released statement, he emphasized the implementation of all necessary measures to provide assistance to those adversely impacted by the ongoing rainfall. Presently, the Balochistan province, encompassing its capital, Quetta, is witnessing intermittent rainfall, aligning with the forecasts from the Meteorological Department. However, certain areas, particularly Gwadar, have experienced heightened and prolonged rainfall, resulting in flooding and subsequent disruptions. After effects of rain On the…
On Monday, the Taliban carried out a public execution in Shibirghan, the capital of northern Jawzjan province. This marked the third such death sentence executed in the past five days. This public spectacle took place at a sports stadium, with thousands of people witnessing the event in heavy snowfall. The victim, identified as Nazar Mohammad from Faryab province, was convicted of murdering Khal Mohammad in Jawzjan. The execution was conducted by the brother of the murdered man, who shot Nazar Mohammad five times with a rifle. Security around the stadium was reportedly tight, emphasizing the Taliban’s control over the event.…
Austrian radical Herbert Fritz, an 84-year-old with alleged ties to the far-right extremist scene, has arrived in Doha, Qatar, after being freed by Taliban authorities, as reported by Austrian media. Fritz was arrested in May for defying Austria’s travel warnings to Afghanistan, which had returned to Taliban rule in 2021. Despite his ordeal, Fritz expressed an intention to visit again. The Austrian authorities thanked Qatar for facilitating his release. They also mentioned the possibility of Fritz receiving medical care in Doha before returning home. The Taliban government did not respond to requests for comment on the matter. The Austrian newspaper…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is grappling with a significant deficit of Rs608.18 billion in the ongoing fiscal year, primarily attributed to a shortfall in grants from the federal government. This includes funds allocated for tribal district development, the net profit of hydroelectric power, counter-terrorism efforts, current expenditures, and other grants. The provincial government had initially projected total revenue from federal and provincial sources at Rs1,579.65 billion for the current fiscal year, with Rs971.46 billion received thus far. The budget estimates for the settled districts were Rs 1,366.76 billion, and for tribal districts, Rs 212.89 billion. However, the anticipated federal grant of Rs764.61…
A wedding is a joyful occasion of celebration, where people dance and sing. However, in Afghanistan, the Taliban authorities consider these activities as crimes. Earlier this week, the people of Badakhshan province were shocked when the Taliban crashed a marriage event and arrested 12 young people for playing music.Unfortunately, the cruelty did not stop there. The Taliban forces publicly shaved the heads of the arrested youths, causing humiliation and pain in front of their community. After holding in custody for four days, the Taliban eventually released the young people on bail.This is not the first time that such inhumanity has…
The United States has reaffirmed its support for the territorial integrity of Afghanistan and Pakistan within their internationally recognised borders. The State Department restated the United States’ stance on the Durand Line during a news briefing. It came in response to recent claims by the Afghan Taliban challenging the legitimacy of the Durand Line. This is a borderline that separates Afghanistan and Pakistan. Matthew Miller, the spokesperson for the department, stated, “We support the territorial integrity of both Afghanistan and Pakistan, in accordance with their internationally recognised borders.” The United States, along with other major world powers, recognises the Durand…
On Wednesday, the Bara police issued an apology to woman for the reprehensible behavior exhibited by officers during a raid on her residence. The raid was conducted with the intention of apprehending a suspect allegedly affiliated with militant groups. The individual in question, Rahmatullah, was targeted for his suspected involvement in recent sabotage activities in Bara. The situation took a distressing turn when the police reportedly subjected the mother of the accused to physical assault. This happened as she resisted her son’s arrest. Social Media Response and Public Protest The incident, capturing the misconduct on video, swiftly spread across social…