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The fate of the abducted in Kunduz province in an area that has recently fallen under Taliban control was not immediately known and there was no statement from the insurgents. (Representational | AP)

34 people rescued from Taliban-run prison by Afghan forces

Civilians, soldiers, policemen and intelligence agents were freed during the operation.

11 Jun 2019 1:27 PM IST

KCNA have accused Mike Pompeo of derailing discussions. (Photo:AP)

Pompeo backtracks on Afghanistan, says 'no deadline' for troops...

Pompeo's comments, that came amidst negotiations between the US and the Taliban, were widely reported in the American...

31 July 2019 12:58 PM IST

On February 15, China, which has been blocking efforts to get Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) chief Masood Azhar sanctioned by the United Nations, had conveyed to India its condemnation of the Pulwama attack. (Photo: Twitter)

Al-Qaeda remains resilient, continues to cooperate closely with LeT:...

Al-Qaeda considers Afghan a continuing safe haven for its leadership, relying on its long-standing strong relationship...

30 July 2019 12:48 PM IST

An Afghan security officer stands at the site of a truck bomb attack in Kabul. (Photo: AFP)

Explosive-laden vehicle detonates in Afghanistan's Ghazni; Taliban...

Taliban claimed that the incident has caused massive casualties and damages to the base.

28 July 2019 3:38 PM IST

The accused has been arrested. (Representational Image)

New York man planned to travel to Pak, join Taliban; arrested at...

New York Police Commissioner James O'Neil said attempting to support terrorist attacks will lead to arrest, as has been...

27 July 2019 12:08 PM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said India and Pakistan need more steps like this (Kartarpur Corridor) for peace in the South Asian region. (Photo: ANI)

Didn't tell the truth; 40 terror groups were operating in Pakistan:...

Part of the reason for this, Imran Khan explained to the lawmakers, was that the Pakistani governments were not in...

24 July 2019 9:42 AM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said India and Pakistan need more steps like this (Kartarpur Corridor) for peace in the South Asian region. (Photo: ANI)

Pakistan's next double game: Marriage with China, affair with US

Pak remains China's closest ally as it is actively aiding, abetting and promoting Beijing's strategic goals in region...

20 July 2019 9:04 AM IST

Over 100 people, mostly civilians, were also wounded in the attack. (Photo: ANI)

Taliban attack on Kandahar police HQ plotted in Pak, says Afghan intel...

NDS said that the attack was plotted in Balochistan's Chaman in Pakistan.

19 July 2019 8:15 PM IST

The governors office said nine civilians were killed in the attack. (Photo: AFP)

12 killed, 40 wounded in Taliban attack: Afghanistan

Pictures on social media showed a huge plume of smoke rising over Kandahar, and Hayat said about six trucks carrying...

19 July 2019 9:45 AM IST

There was a continuous exchange of fire between the terrorists and police personnel. (Photo: ANI)

11 killed in Afghanistan hotel attack, Taliban claims responsibility

The siege came to an end after seven hours and three terrorists were killed while two others were arrested, according to...

14 July 2019 12:19 PM IST

The Taliban control or contest more than half of Helmands districts and regularly deliver sharp blows to Afghan forces. (Photo:AP)

Afghan rivals resumed talks with Taliban for peace

Stakes are high for the talks which follow a week of US-Taliban negotiations with both sides eyeing a resolution to...

8 July 2019 1:26 PM IST

Noting that Al-Qaeda still maintains a presence in South Asia, the UN report said the terror group adapts to the local environment, trying to embed itself into local struggles and communities and is closely allied with the Taliban. (Representational Image | AFP)

4 killed, 36 wounded in Taliban attack in Afghanistan

The Kamma Press, citing the 209 Shaheen Corps, reported that Taliban fired multiple rounds of mortars and rockets in a...

5 July 2019 7:05 PM IST