On September 8, the Taliban announced the formation of an interim government, declaring Afghanistan as the Islamic Emirate. Two things stood out in the selection of key figures heading the government.

Afghanistan among few countries with no women in top government positions: Report

The daily life of unaccompanied Afghan refugee children in Qatar is punctuated by recurring questions, "where are we going?" and "can I have some chips". About 200 uprooted young Afghans arrived in Doha aboard flights from Kabul in recent weeks and are being hosted at a reception centre, where they grapple with the trauma of their ordeal.

Unaccompanied children evacuated from Afghanistan in Qatar limbo

The Shia Ulema Council in Afghanistan has called for an inclusive government in the country giving adequate representation to Shia Muslims and one that respects rights of all minorities.

Afghanistan: Shia body calls for inclusive government, minority rights

India's envoy to United Nations T.S. Tirumurti on Thursday called for an "inclusive dispensation" in Afghanistan. His comments come days after the Taliban announced its government in Afghanistan.

India's envoy Tirumurti calls for inclusive dispensation in Afghanistan at UNSC

The United Nations is stepping up its efforts to try and resolve the very complicated and very fluid situation that is presently underway in Afghanistan. The UNSC has held a quarterly debate on the situation in the country.

UNSC quarterly debate on the situation in Afghanistan

Taliban has been able to successfully form a cabinet that is all but inclusive. The new newly formed government has moved a step ahead in cementing its grip on Afghanistan. According to reports they are said to hold an oath-taking ceremony on the 11th of September. Remember 11th of September is the day that also marks the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in the US in 2001.

Reports: Taliban to hold oath-taking ceremony on 9/11 anniversary

Sounding a warning on what is at stake for education in Afghanistan, UNESCO has said advances since 2001 must be upheld in the face of a looming humanitarian crisis.

Amid looming humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, critical gains on education must be upheld: UN

Afghanistan's very first female Ambassador to the United States Roya Rahmani has in fact blamed the former government for the Taliban's takeover.

Former Afghan Envoy to US Roya Rahmani blames former Afghan govt for Taliban take

After a week of intense fighting, the Panjshir Valley has fallen to the Taliban. Watch this report to know more.

Afghanistan: Slain Commander Ahmad Shah Massoud's tomb vandalised

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has urged the Australian cricket board to not penalise the men's cricket team over Taliban rulers' suggestion that they might ban women from the sport.

'Do not isolate us': Afghanistan cricket board urges to keep game 'out of politics'

Taliban began their mission to change Afghanistan as they replaced the US Embassy wall flag with the Taliban flag and changed Hamid Karzai International Airport's name with Kabul International airport.

Taliban begin their mission to change Afghanistan

Leg-spinner Rashid Khan stepped down as Afghanistan T20 captain shortly after the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) named their team for the ICC Men`s T20 World Cup to be held in the UAE and Oman in October-November this year.

Rashid Khan steps down as Afghanistan skipper for T20 World Cup, Mohammad Nabi named captain

Under the Taliban's new interim government Afghanistan has woken up to a new order. Watch this report to know more.

New Taliban govt issues decree over future protests

Countries across the globe have been reacting to the appointment of the Haqqanis in the new Taliban cabinet. The European Commission spokesperson voiced his disapproval saying that the group had not kept their promise to form an inclusive government.

EU says Taliban broke promise on inclusive government

The Taliban has asked the US to remove Haqqani leaders from its terror blacklist. They say de-listing was promised in the 2020 Doha Agreement.

Taliban claims blacklist from violation of Doha agreement

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres pleaded for countries to continue dialogue with the Taliban. He said this during an interview with AFP on Thursday.

'Must maintain a dialogue with Taliban', says UN Secretary General

South Korean actor Jung Woo Sung is doing his bit to support refugees from Afghanistan. The South Korean actor who is the Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has made a generous donation to support refugees.

South Korean actor Jung Woo Sung donates to support Afghan refugees

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the BRICS summit today. In a joint statement, the BRICS leaders said that Afghan territory should not be used to carry out attacks against other countries. Can the BRICS come together to tame the potential terror threat from Afghanistan? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: BRICS nations back India's views on the situation in Afghanistan

The Taliban are showing their true colours. After quashing women's rights & beating up journalists - The Taliban have banned protests. Afghans will now have to seek approval before a protest. Even slogans and banners will now have to be approved. Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: This is how the Taliban punishes protesters

The Taliban has asked the US to remove Haqqani leaders from its terror blacklist. They say de-listing was promised in the 2020 Doha Agreement. What does the Doha deal say about de-listing? What else did the US concede? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Taliban ask US to de-list Haqqani terrorists

India and Russia have decided to coordinate their strategies on Afghanistan. Moscow is concerned about instability in Central Asia, while New Delhi worries about Pak-sponsored terror in South Asia. Palki Sharma tells you more about this strategic convergence.

Gravitas: India, Russia to contain Afghan terror threat

Amid the Afghanistan crisis, China is provoking India at the border. The PLA has conducted a major drill in Tibet. The Chinese military is trying to project strength at the border. But, all is not well within the PLA. Palki Sharma gets you the details.

Gravitas: Amid Afghanistan crisis, China provokes India at the border

It has been more than 10 days since the last American soldiers left Afghanistan. But there is still a little bit of America is thriving on the streets of the country. WION's Anas Mallick brings you a ground report from Kabul's bush market.

Kabul's bush market dwindles as US troop withdrawal

Taliban is infamous for inhumane treatment, especially towards the people who dare question the terrorist groups. Following the same thought process, Taliban have started brutally attacking journalists.

Broken promises? Taliban resort to beating journalists in name of 'free media'

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