Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar

DNA: Mullah Baradar's influence on Time Magazine!

In surprising news, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, the co-founder of the Taliban and deputy PM of Afghanistan, has been included in Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people of 2021. She has been nominated in the category of 'Leader' like PM Modi, West Bengal CM Mamata.

Sep 16, 2021, 22:12 PM IST

Mullah Baradar on Time Magazine's list of '100 Most Influential People of 2021', here’s more about Taliban leader

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar led the Taliban in negotiations with the US during the peace deal. He is considered to be a quiet, secretive man who rarely gives public statements.

Sep 16, 2021, 13:17 PM IST

Afghanistan to soon have ‘regular, disciplined and strong Army’: Taliban army chief Qari Fasihuddin

Taliban spokesman Ahmadullah Muttaqi also confirmed in a tweet that Afghanistan will "soon have a well-organised army and force".

Sep 16, 2021, 10:59 AM IST

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar is fit and fine: Taliban leader refutes internal rifts, dismisses injury rumours

Rumours had been circulating -- and widely shared on social media -- that Baradar had come to harm during a dispute between factions of the Taliban and the powerful Haqqani network, which holds key positions in Afghanistan`s interim government. Baradar has refuted the cliams

Sep 16, 2021, 09:25 AM IST

Breaking News: Clashes over power between Baradar and Haqqani group of Taliban

The Haqqani group reportedly wants more members in the Taliban government in Afghanistan, while Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar has voiced its opposition. At present, there is a constant struggle between the two factions for power.

Sep 15, 2021, 20:42 PM IST

Amid rumours of his death, Taliban leader Mullah Baradar releases audio message to say he is alive

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, who was last week named as the number two to Mullah Mohammed Hassan Akhund, blamed "fake propaganda" for the death rumours in an audio message posted by the Taliban.

Sep 14, 2021, 10:39 AM IST

Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund to lead new Taliban govt in Afghanistan, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar to be deputy PM

The Taliban chose one of their founders to lead the interim government in Afghanistan. 

Sep 07, 2021, 20:27 PM IST

Taliban: Pakistan should not interfere in Afghanistan, angry over Baradar's meeting with ISI Chief

After ISI chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed met the insurgent group's de facto leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar in Kabul amid efforts to form a government in the war-torn country, the Taliban on Monday said it would not allow any country, including Pakistan, to interfere in Afghanistan's internal affairs.

Sep 06, 2021, 21:28 PM IST

Source: Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar can become Prime Minister of Taliban govt in Afghanistan

According to reports, the Taliban's top commander Haibatullah Akhundzada may announce the formation of a new administration (government) as the supreme authority of Afghanistan after Friday afternoon prayers on the lines of Iran's leadership.

Sep 03, 2021, 13:00 PM IST

Afghanistan crisis: Want ties with all countries, particularly with US, says Taliban's Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar

Taliban's co-founder Baradar is in Kabul to initiate a formal discussion with Afghan political leaders on setting up a government.

Aug 21, 2021, 14:54 PM IST

Here are the top 5 Taliban leaders calling the shots in Afghanistan

Many of the Taliban leaders have spent decades waiting for the day they would take control of the war-torn country. Now that they have done it, they are calling the shots.

Aug 19, 2021, 20:09 PM IST

Afghanistan crisis: Taliban strike conciliatory tone, promise peace and respect for women

The Taliban announcements, short on details but suggesting a softer line than during their rule 20 years ago, came as the United States and Western allies resumed evacuating diplomats and civilians the day after scenes of chaos at Kabul airport as Afghans thronged the runway.

Aug 18, 2021, 09:22 AM IST

DNA: Which Taliban leaders will be the main contenders for power?

In a major development, former President Ashraf Ghani tendered his resignation and fled to Tajikistan, paving the way for Taliban commanders to enter the capital city of Kabul. As the Taliban captured the Afghan Rashtrapati Bhavan, speculation intensified as to who would lead Afghanistan. Know full news in this video.

Aug 17, 2021, 23:16 PM IST

Abdul Ghani Baradar, the Taliban leader who is likely to become new Afghanistan President

Born in Uruzgan province in 1968, Baradar is also the co-founder of the insurgent group. He is the second senior-most leader in the Taliban hierarchy after Haibatullah Akhundzada. He was freed from a Pakistani jail at the request of the US less than three years ago. Baradar is also the political chief and Taliban’s most notable public face today. 

Aug 16, 2021, 11:11 AM IST