Ashraf Ghani says his government must be 'decision-maker' in any peace deal
He made his remarks in a television interview as Afghan opposition politicians, including his predecessor Hamid Karzai, met Taliban representatives in Moscow.
Feb 06, 2019, 11:24 AM IST
Mike Pompeo calls Afghan President amidst talks with Taliban
The top US diplomat also emphasised the importance of an intra-Afghan dialogue and the role of a ceasefire in ending the violence and creating the conditions for his government, the official added.
Feb 06, 2019, 06:09 AM IST
Afghanistan says Kandahar attack planned in Pak, Islamabad refutes allegation
Kandahar's police commander General Abdul Raziq was killed in an attack which, according to Ghani, was a conspiracy hatched in Pakistan.
Oct 24, 2018, 21:19 PM IST
Afghanistan not on the verge of collapsing: Ashraf Ghani
During his one-day visit to India, Ghani and Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the progress of the multi-faceted India-Afghanistan strategic partnership.
Sep 19, 2018, 23:42 PM IST
Afghanistan forces kill insurgents after mortars hit Kabul
President Ghani acknowledged the explosions that were heard during his speech and described the perpetrators as enemies of Afghanistan, Islam and peace.
Aug 22, 2018, 00:15 AM IST
PM Modi condemns blast targeting Sikh community in Afghanistan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured Afghanistan of all possible help.
Jul 02, 2018, 08:33 AM IST
Taliban terrorists kill 16 Afghan soldiers, kidnap engineers after ceasefire ends
The Taliban observed a ceasefire over a three-day holiday but rejected the government`s request to extend it.
Jun 22, 2018, 13:12 PM IST
UN welcomes temporary ceasefire announcement by Afghan government; urges Taliban to reciprocate
Ceasfire follows the Afghan Government's call for unconditional peace talks with the Taliban
Jun 08, 2018, 10:27 AM IST
Sorry, not giving Rashid Khan away: Afghan President Ghani to PM Narendra Modi
Rashid Khan's 10-ball 34 with the bat, 3/19 with the ball and two catches in the final over ensured Hyderabad defeated Kolkata to reach the IPL final.
May 26, 2018, 07:04 AM IST
Afghan President Ghani makes offer to Taliban for peace talks
At a meeting on Wednesday of nations involved in the so-called Kabul Process, aimed at building a platform for peace talks, Ghani proposed a ceasefire and a release of prisoners.
Feb 28, 2018, 11:11 AM IST
Stand-off over powerful Afghan governor foreshadows bitter election fight
A stand-off between Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and Atta Mohammad Noor, the powerful provincial governor, is increasingly turning into a battle over next year`s presidential election.
Jan 07, 2018, 15:11 PM IST
Afghan political crisis deepens as ousted governor refuses to go
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani`s bid to oust one of the country`s most powerful provincial governors has run into strong resistance.
Dec 25, 2017, 20:13 PM IST
Allies do not put each other on notice: Pakistan after US Vice President Mike Spence's ultimatum
US President Donald Trump has put Pakistan on notice for providing safe haven to the Taliban and other militant groups, Vice President Mike Pence has said.
Dec 22, 2017, 22:20 PM IST
No Pakistan? No problem: How India reached out to Afghanistan via Iran
India has committed to sending 1.1. million tonnes of wheat to Afghanistan and the first consignment reached Afghanistan via Chabahar port in Iran.
Oct 30, 2017, 20:28 PM IST
India for Afghan-controlled peace efforts: Kovind to President Ghani
India on Tuesday told visiting Afghan President Ashraf Ghani that it believes peace efforts in his war-wracked country should be "Afghan-led" and "Afghan-controlled".
Oct 24, 2017, 16:01 PM IST
Ashraf Ghani to meet Modi today, security and terrorism in Afghanistan to top the talks
Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani will on Tuesday meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discuss the security and stability in Afghanistan.
Oct 24, 2017, 10:25 AM IST
US wants India to help strengthen capacities in Afghanistan
The Trump administration wants India to help strengthen Afghanistan's capacities and institutions so that the war-torn country can take on a resurgent Afghan Taliban based in neighbouring Pakistan, a senior US official has said.
Oct 23, 2017, 09:45 AM IST
Pakistan Army chief discusses with Afghan envoy ways to achieve peace
Afghanistan's Ambassador to Islamabad, Omar Zakhilwal, has met Pakistan Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa and discussed ways to achieve peace and stability.
Sep 21, 2017, 14:33 PM IST
Sushma Swaraj meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on sidelines of SCO meeting
India`s External Affairs Minister of India Sushma Swaraj on Thursday met her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Foreign Minister`s meeting.
Sep 21, 2017, 09:46 AM IST
Sushma Swaraj, Afghan President Ghani discuss boosting strategic partnership
India`s External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani discussed on Wednesday ways to boost strategic partnership between the two nations.
Sep 21, 2017, 05:51 AM IST
