Hundreds of musical instruments burned in Parwan
The Department for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice in Parwan says it has burned nearly 500 musical instruments in the province.
Category: SOCIETY & CULTURE
Birth anniversaries of Amir Ali-Shir Nava’i and Zahir-ud-Din Muhammad Babur celebrated in Kabul
A grand cultural gathering was held in Kabul to honor the enduring legacy of two prominent historical and literary figures, Amir Ali-Shir Nava’i and Zahir-ud-Din Muhammad Babur.
Return of local languages to public signboards
The meeting was held on Thursday (Feb. 12), during which various issues were discussed. Among the topics raised was a directive from the leadership of the Islamic Emirate stating that signboards written in Pashto, Dari or Uzbek before its return to power should remain unchanged and that their language must not be altered.
MoIC puts the restoration of Afghanistan’s historic sites at forefront
Officials from the Ministry of Information and Culture (MoIC) under the Islamic Emirate say that the restoration of Afghanistan’s historical, cultural, and ancient sites is one of the ministry’s top priorities.
Afghan writer strives to assist peers, bring about societal change
With a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a master’s degree in public administration and sociology, Farshad Omari, 30, views his writing as a means to assist his peers and bring about societal change.
A coffee a day could be good for your health
MONITORING (SW) – In the past, coffee was associated with increased health risks. But research from the last decade finds that drinking coffee may actually
Unpleasant customs leave couples in Ghazni at bay from tying knots
A number of young individuals in Ghazni say that due to unpleasant customs and high dowry demands among families, they have been engaged for a long time without being able to hold their wedding ceremonies.
Female entrepreneurs upbeat about autumn fair at Badam Bagh
Afghan female entrepreneurs highlight that the exhibitions provide them with valuable marketing opportunities, calling for increased attention to this area.
Residents of Dasht-e Qala in Takhar urge reconstruction of Ay Khanum Spring
TALUQAN CITY (SW) – Residents of Dasht-e Qala in Takhar are calling on the de-facto officials to restore the Ay Khanum Spring, expressing concern over its deteriorating condition and the surrounding walls.
Exclusive: Financial constraints, cultural norms keep youths at bay from marriage
KABUL (SW) – Financial constraints and cultural norms remain the main obstacles for the youths when it comes to settling down with a married life, Salam Watandar has found in a series of interviews.
Exclusive: Women feel neglected by men at household chores
KABUL (SW) – In a series of interviews with 26 women across several provinces, 19 women said that their male family members do not assist them with household tasks especially during significant occasions like Eid that increases stress and feelings of being overlooked.
Exclusive: Nomad women missing out on basic healthcare services
KABUL (SW) – Despite years of relative progress on women rights and healthcare fronts, a number of female nomads told Salam Watandar they have been deprived of the very basic health services across Afghanistan.
