Bakhtar NewsHelmand Police Intercept Smuggling Operation in Garmsir District
Helmand provincial security forces intercepted a smuggling operation in Garmsir district, seizing hundreds of sacks of rice, medical supplies, and fertilizers from Pakistan and arresting four suspects. Authorities stated that anti-smuggling patrols will continue to enforce trade regulations and maintain economic stability.
ReliableTribal Feuds Resolved in Kunduz and Kapisa Provinces Following Mediation Efforts
Local officials and community mediators have resolved long-standing tribal disputes in Kunduz and Kapisa provinces, adding to approximately five hundred similar reconciliations reported since the Islamic Emirate's return.
ReliableTesting Bench for Three-Phase Electricity Meters Activated in Khost
A fifty-thousand-dollar testing facility for three-phase electricity meters has been activated at the Khost Provincial Electricity Directorate to improve billing accuracy and allow local meter verification. Officials stated the equipment will eliminate the need for residents to travel to Kabul for technical assessments and enhance service transparency.
ReliableThree Health Infrastructure Projects Completed at Bamyan Provincial Hospital
Officials in Bamyan province have completed three health infrastructure projects at the provincial hospital at a cost of $138,000. The new facilities include a medicine storage room, a solar water heating system, and a water purification unit aimed at improving patient care.
ReliableMosque and School Complex Completed in Herat’s Injil District
A privately funded mosque and school complex has been completed and handed over to the community in Herat’s Injil district. The nearly one-million-dollar project spans sixteen jeribs and will later be expanded to include health and cultural facilities.
ReliableConstruction Begins on New Grand Mosque in Logar Province
Construction has begun on a new grand mosque in Logar’s Baraki Barak district, funded by a businessman and local residents. The 1,100-capacity facility will replace a historic 150-year-old structure that was damaged by time and conflict.
ReliableOfficials and Religious Scholars Convene in Ghazni to Implement Decree on Social Spending
Officials and religious leaders in Ghazni province convened to implement Decree No. 17, which aims to curb excessive social spending and reform customs to ease economic pressures. Minister of Information and Culture Sheikh Shir Ahmad Haqqani urged community cooperation to enforce the five-article directive.
ReliableDeputy Chief of General Staff Visits Kunar Border Posts and Hospital Following Cross-Border Clashes
Deputy Chief of General Staff Haji Mali Khan Sadiq visited Kunar border posts and a provincial hospital to inspect defenses and distribute aid to those wounded in recent cross-border attacks. The Ministry of National Defense reaffirmed the Islamic Emirate's commitment to territorial integrity.
Reliable10-Bed Hemodialysis Ward Opens in Helmand Province
A 10-bed hemodialysis ward funded by the Fatima Charitable Foundation has opened in Lashkar Gah, Helmand, to treat patients with severe kidney diseases. Provincial officials highlighted the facility as part of broader healthcare expansion efforts under the Islamic Emirate.
ReliableHealth Minister Visits Sar-e Pol Provincial Hospital to Assess Services and Address Shortages
The Minister of Public Health visited Sar-e Pol Provincial Hospital to assess medical services, direct staff on professional standards, and address reported shortages of medicines and equipment. Provincial officials pledged coordinated support to improve healthcare delivery in the region.
ReliableIslamic Emirate of Afghanistan Summons Pakistani Envoy Over Kunar Strikes
Afghanistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned Pakistan’s chargé d’affaires to formally protest recent military strikes in Kunar province, condemning the attacks as sovereignty violations while casualty reports vary widely.
ReliablePakistani Strikes in Kunar Province Kill Dozens, Injure Scores of Civilians
Pakistani military strikes in Kunar province have killed at least 7 people and injured dozens more, with health officials warning the casualty count will rise. Conflicting reports place the total death toll as high as 92, while attacks targeted residential areas and a local university amid escalating border tensions.
ReliableAfghan and Russian Officials Discuss Expanding Economic and Energy Cooperation
Afghan and Russian officials held meetings in Kabul and Moscow to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, and transit. Both sides agreed to activate a joint economic commission and strengthen technical ties in the electricity sector.
ReliableOfficials Destroy 30 Tons of Expired and Substandard Goods in Paktia
Provincial officials in Paktia destroyed 30 tons of expired and substandard goods collected from Gardez markets over four months. The operation was welcomed by residents as a measure to protect public health and enforce commercial standards.
ReliableCommercial Market Opened in Taloqan at Cost of 24 Million Afghanis
A new commercial market named Tut Bagh has opened in Taloqan, Takhar province, following a two-year construction project funded by the municipal development budget. Local officials stated the facility will improve conditions for merchants and stimulate regional economic activity.
ReliableRoads Temporarily Closed in Ghor and Samangan Following Heavy Rains and Flooding
The Ministry of Public Works has temporarily closed several roads in Ghor and Samangan provinces due to flooding from recent heavy rains. Cleanup crews are working to clear debris while provincial teams remain on standby for expected rainfall in other regions.
ReliableIslamic Emirate Launches Three Electricity Projects Worth 1.12 Billion Afghanis in Faryab
Deputy Prime Minister Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar inaugurated three electricity projects in Faryab province valued at 1.12 billion Afghanis. Funded by the Islamic Emirate and built by private contractors over three years, the initiative aims to upgrade transmission lines and substations to reduce regional power shortages.
ReliableOil Extraction Begins at Five Wells in Jawzjan Province
Experimental oil extraction has begun at five wells in Jawzjan province, with initial daily output of 500 cubic meters expected to rise to 1,200 tons as all 12 wells become operational. Officials stated the project is managed by Afghan engineers and aims to boost domestic energy production and local employment.
ReliableAfghanistan and Uzbekistan Health Ministers Meet to Expand Medical Cooperation
Afghanistan and Uzbekistan health ministers met in Balkh province to expand bilateral medical cooperation, agreeing on joint doctor training, hospital construction, and the formation of technical implementation teams.
ReliableInternational Traditional Wrestling Festival Concludes in Afghanistan
An international traditional wrestling festival concluded in Afghanistan after three days of competition, featuring 160 athletes from seven countries across Kurash, Rustam, and belt wrestling disciplines. Sports officials praised the event as a significant achievement for the country's athletic sector.
ReliableEducation Project Funded by Aga Khan Foundation Launches in Bamyan Province
A $666,298 education project funded by the Aga Khan Foundation has launched in Bamyan province, featuring new school construction, multiple classroom programs, and stationery distribution. Senior officials attended the ceremony, emphasizing the Islamic Emirate’s commitment to expanding educational access and integrating modern and religious instruction.
ReliableRed Crescent Northeast Zone Reports Over One Million Received Free Health Services in 1404 Solar Year
The Afghan Red Crescent Society’s Northeast Zone directorate reported providing free healthcare to over one million people across four provinces during the 1404 solar year, alongside disaster relief and educational programs.
ReliableAfghan Electricity Company Delegation Secures Russian Cooperation for Power Grid Development
A delegation from Afghanistan’s national power company met with Russian energy firms to secure investment and technical cooperation for grid expansion and staff training. Russian technical teams are scheduled to visit Afghanistan soon to assess and implement joint power projects.
ReliableAuthorities Destroy Eight Tons of Expired Goods in Zabul Province
Authorities in Zabul province destroyed eight tons of expired food and medical supplies collected over three months to protect public health. Local residents welcomed the operation as a necessary step for market safety.
ReliableSub-Health Center Inaugurated in Kunar Province to Serve Earthquake-Affected Residents
A sub-health center costing 2.3 million Afghanis has opened in Kunar Province’s Nurgal District, providing free medical services to approximately 7,000 earthquake-affected residents. Provincial officials and local representatives attended the inauguration, emphasizing the facility's role in regional healthcare and reconstruction.
ReliableAuthorities Resolve 16-Year Tribal Dispute in Paktika, Rescue Five Women in Khost
Provincial authorities in Paktika have resolved a 16-year tribal dispute over pine nut forests through mediation, while inspectors in Khost rescued five women from reported abuse. Both operations were announced by local departments for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice.
ReliableNew Girls' School Handed Over in Farah Province
A newly constructed two-story girls' school in Farah province has been officially handed over to local authorities. The $345,000 facility, funded by UNHCR and built over three years, includes 16 classrooms, solar power, and a water well.
ReliableConstruction Begins on Oil and Gas Company Building in Maidan Wardak
Construction has begun on a three-story administrative building for the Islamic Emirate’s Oil and Gas Company in Maidan Wardak province, funded at 6.5 million Afghanis. The project launch coincides with the recent inauguration of a 2.6-kilometer road in Jalrez District.
ReliableForeign Minister Emphasizes Sports Diplomacy to Expand Global Ties at Kabul Wrestling Festival
Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met with international delegates at a traditional wrestling festival in Kabul, emphasizing the Islamic Emirate’s goal to strengthen global relations through sports diplomacy and streamlined visa processes. Approximately 160 athletes from seven nations participated in the event.
ReliableThree-Day 50-Over Cricket Series Between Logar and Paktia Begins in Pul-e-Alam
A three-day 50-over cricket series between the Logar and Paktia provincial teams has begun at the Pul-e-Alam cricket ground. Officials from both provinces highlighted the tournament as a key initiative for fostering inter-provincial sports cooperation and developing domestic cricket.