New Delhi: Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate celebrated the fifth anniversary of its return to power with its first public reception in India on Monday, as chargé d’affaires Noor Ahmed Noor stressed the value of deeper engagement with New Delhi.&nbsp;Speaking at the Afghan embassy in Delhi on Monday, Noor said stronger political trust, economic partnership and continued engagement between the two countries “will not only benefit both countries, but will also make an important contribution to regional stability, connectivity, and shared prosperity.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irgc-refutes-trump-s-claim-of-backchannel-talks-calls-it-result-of-his-delusion-1786980019117">IRGC refutes Trump’s claim of backchannel talks, calls it ‘result of his delusions’</a>&nbsp;He thanked Indian leadership and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for their support “in protecting and respecting the international rights of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan” and for emphasising at international forums the need to ensure Afghanistan’s legitimate rights. “We hope that greater attention and practical efforts will be made in this regard,” he added.&nbsp;Noor highlighted centuries of connection through trade, transit, sports and cultural heritage. “The ancient cities of Afghanistan, such as Kabul, Herat, and Kandahar, welcomed Indian traders and caravans, while Indian cities such as Delhi and Lahore benefited from the influence of Afghan scholars, poets, and Sufis,” he said. In the political sphere, he noted, the two nations had influenced each other in their struggles for freedom from British colonial rule. “This is our shared past, from which we draw inspiration for a better future.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/supreme-court-rejects-trump-s-renewed-appeal-to-block-e-jean-carroll-award-1786975184644">Supreme Court rejects Trump’s renewed appeal to block E. Jean Carroll award</a>&nbsp;The event, hosted by Noor, who took up his post earlier this year, drew diplomats, Indian civil society figures and media. Joint Secretary Anand Prakash of the Ministry of External Affairs attended as chief guest. Representatives from Russia, China, Iraq, Qatar, the UAE, Palestine, Niger, Oman, Mongolia and Serbia were also present.&nbsp;Victory Day commemorates the Taliban’s entry into Kabul on 15 August 2021 following the withdrawal of US-led NATO forces and the collapse of the previous government. Celebrations inside Afghanistan this year included flag-decked convoys and official ceremonies.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-cannot-live-with-war-former-iran-president-warns-against-prolonged-conflict-urges-diplomacy-1786912223136">‘We cannot live with war’: Former Iran president warns against prolonged conflict, urges diplomacy</a>&nbsp;India has not formally recognised the Islamic Emirate, a stance shared by much of the international community. Engagement has nevertheless expanded. Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi visited New Delhi in October 2025, the first such high-level trip. India later upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full embassy and permitted Islamic Emirate diplomats to staff the Afghan embassy in Delhi and consulates in Mumbai and Hyderabad. Further ministerial visits covering industry, health and agriculture have followed. India allocated ₹150 crore for Afghanistan in its latest budget and continues humanitarian assistance.

Afghanistan’s chargé d’affaires Noor Ahmed Noor thanked Indian leadership and EAM S Jaishankar for their support in protecting and respecting the international rights of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and emphasising at international forums the need to ensure Kabul’s legitimate rights.

New Delhi: Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate celebrated the fifth anniversary of its return to power with its first public reception in India on Monday, as chargé d’affaires Noor Ahmed Noor stressed the value of deeper engagement with New Delhi. Speaking at the Afghan embassy in Delhi on Monday, Noor said stronger political trust, economic partnership and continued engagement between the two countries “will not only benefit both countries, but will also make an important contribution to regional stability, connectivity, and shared prosperity.” Also Read: IRGC refutes Trump’s claim of backchannel talks, calls it ‘result of his delusions’ He thanked Indian leadership and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for their support “in protecting and respecting the international rights of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan” and for emphasising at international forums the need to ensure Afghanistan’s legitimate rights. “We hope that greater attention and practical efforts will be made in this regard,” he added. Noor highlighted centuries of connection through trade, transit, sports and cultural heritage. “The ancient cities of Afghanistan, such as Kabul, Herat, and Kandahar, welcomed Indian traders and caravans, while Indian cities such as Delhi and Lahore benefited from the influence of Afghan scholars, poets, and Sufis,” he said. In the political sphere, he noted, the two nations had influenced each other in their struggles for freedom from British colonial rule. “This is our shared past, from which we draw inspiration for a better future.” Also Read: Supreme Court rejects Trump’s renewed appeal to block E. Jean Carroll award The event, hosted by Noor, who took up his post earlier this year, drew diplomats, Indian civil society figures and media. Joint Secretary Anand Prakash of the Ministry of External Affairs attended as chief guest. Representatives from Russia, China, Iraq, Qatar, the UAE, Palestine, Niger, Oman, Mongolia and Serbia were also present. Victory Day commemorates the Taliban’s entry into Kabul on 15 August 2021 following the withdrawal of US-led NATO forces and the collapse of the previous government. Celebrations inside Afghanistan this year included flag-decked convoys and official ceremonies. Also Read: ‘We cannot live with war’: Former Iran president warns against prolonged conflict, urges diplomacy India has not formally recognised the Islamic Emirate, a stance shared by much of the international community. Engagement has nevertheless expanded. Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi visited New Delhi in October 2025, the first such high-level trip. India later upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full embassy and permitted Islamic Emirate diplomats to staff the Afghan embassy in Delhi and consulates in Mumbai and Hyderabad. Further ministerial visits covering industry, health and agriculture have followed. India allocated ₹150 crore for Afghanistan in its latest budget and continues humanitarian assistance.

Afghanistan’s chargé d’affaires Noor Ahmed Noor thanked Indian leadership and EAM S Jaishankar for their support in protecting and respecting the international rights of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and emphasising at international forums the need to ensure Kabul’s legitimate rights.

Afghan chargé d’affaires Noor hails ‘shared past’ and stronger ties with India at first Victory Day event in Delhi

Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate government will hold its first public reception in India to mark "Victory Day" on Monday. The event at the Afghan embassy in New Delhi is scheduled for 17 August and will be hosted by Noor Ahmed Noor, the Afghan chargé d’affaires who took up his post earlier this year. Diplomats, members of the Afghan diaspora, prominent figures from Indian society and media representatives are expected to attend. There is a strong possibility that senior Indian officials will also be present.&nbsp;It will be the first major public function organised by the Islamic Emirate at its embassy in the Indian capital. The move comes amid expanding engagement between New Delhi and Kabul, even though India has stopped short of formal recognition of the Islamic Emirate administration.&nbsp;Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal underlined the strength of bilateral ties when asked about the relationship on Friday. “In the last few months and over a year now, we have had several engagements with Afghanistan. We had several ministerial visits from Afghanistan to India. And these have led to strengthening of partnership in several areas including development cooperation, trade, connectivity,” he said. “We have long-standing ties with Afghanistan, the Afghan people and we look forward to further strengthening these ties that we have with them.”&nbsp;Victory Day commemorates the Taliban’s return to Kabul on 15 August 2021, after the withdrawal of US-led NATO forces and the collapse of the previous Afghan government. The anniversary is marked each year with celebrations inside Afghanistan. This year’s events in Kabul included flag-decked convoys, public gatherings and official ceremonies. Afghan media reported that flags, banners and commemorative signs had been put up across the city. Officials of the Islamic Emirate and some foreign diplomats attended a marking of the fifth anniversary at the Loya Jirga Hall.&nbsp;India has not recognised the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, a position shared by much of the international community. Engagement has nevertheless increased significantly. Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi visited New Delhi in October 2025, the first such high-level trip. India later upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full embassy and allowed Islamic Emirate diplomats to staff the Afghan embassy in Delhi as well as consulates in Mumbai and Hyderabad.&nbsp;Further visits by Islamic Emirate&nbsp;ministers responsible for industry, health and agriculture have taken place. India allocated ₹150 crore for Afghanistan in its latest budget and has continued to provide humanitarian assistance. &nbsp;

The move comes amid expanding engagement between New Delhi and Kabul, even though India has stopped short of formal recognition of the Islamic Emirate administration.

Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate government will hold its first public reception in India to mark "Victory Day" on Monday. The event at the Afghan embassy in New Delhi is scheduled for 17 August and will be hosted by Noor Ahmed Noor, the Afghan chargé d’affaires who took up his post earlier this year. Diplomats, members of the Afghan diaspora, prominent figures from Indian society and media representatives are expected to attend. There is a strong possibility that senior Indian officials will also be present. It will be the first major public function organised by the Islamic Emirate at its embassy in the Indian capital. The move comes amid expanding engagement between New Delhi and Kabul, even though India has stopped short of formal recognition of the Islamic Emirate administration. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal underlined the strength of bilateral ties when asked about the relationship on Friday. “In the last few months and over a year now, we have had several engagements with Afghanistan. We had several ministerial visits from Afghanistan to India. And these have led to strengthening of partnership in several areas including development cooperation, trade, connectivity,” he said. “We have long-standing ties with Afghanistan, the Afghan people and we look forward to further strengthening these ties that we have with them.” Victory Day commemorates the Taliban’s return to Kabul on 15 August 2021, after the withdrawal of US-led NATO forces and the collapse of the previous Afghan government. The anniversary is marked each year with celebrations inside Afghanistan. This year’s events in Kabul included flag-decked convoys, public gatherings and official ceremonies. Afghan media reported that flags, banners and commemorative signs had been put up across the city. Officials of the Islamic Emirate and some foreign diplomats attended a marking of the fifth anniversary at the Loya Jirga Hall. India has not recognised the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, a position shared by much of the international community. Engagement has nevertheless increased significantly. Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi visited New Delhi in October 2025, the first such high-level trip. India later upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full embassy and allowed Islamic Emirate diplomats to staff the Afghan embassy in Delhi as well as consulates in Mumbai and Hyderabad. Further visits by Islamic Emirate ministers responsible for industry, health and agriculture have taken place. India allocated ₹150 crore for Afghanistan in its latest budget and has continued to provide humanitarian assistance.

The move comes amid expanding engagement between New Delhi and Kabul, even though India has stopped short of formal recognition of the Islamic Emirate administration.

Islamic Emirate plans first Victory Day event at Afghan mission in Delhi as India highlights growing engagement

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Afghan chargé d’affaires Noor hails ‘shared past’ and stronger ties with India at first Victory Day event in Delhi

Islamic Emirate plans first Victory Day event at Afghan mission in Delhi