Category: Arts & Culture

Bala Hisar in Paktia sustains damages due to rains

GARDIZ (SW) – The historic Bala Hisar Fort in Paktia province has sustained damages due to the ongoing spate of heavy rains, said officials. The

“Saib Rakhsh” cultural festival held in Badakhshan

FAIZABAD (SW) – The “Saib Rakhsh” cultural festival has been held in Bharak district of Badakhshan province.

Herat’s once booming Shal Bafi in recession

HERAT CITY (SW) – Shal Bafi or Sha’ar Bafi is one of the ancient professions of the people of Herat was once very important and famous with shawls, scarves, handkerchiefs, and various fine fabrics produced from thin silk threads, but now the industry is in recession.

Exclusive: Salam Watandar documents 44 instances of censorship

KABUL (SW) – Salam Watandar has documented at least 44 instances of censorship imposed on its reporters by the Islamic Emirate authorities in 15 provinces of the country.

Printing industry on the verge of collapse

KABUL (SW) – Kabul-based publishers and printing press professional say the industry is on the verge of collapse owing to various challenges.

Kabul’s famous antique alley facing existential crisis

KABUL (SW) – Once thriving with local and foreign buyers, Kabul’s antique alley, which is many years old and is one of the largest centers for buying and selling ornaments and antiques, is now in recession.

Call for support for art, literature in the country

KABUL (SW) – The national congress of literary and cultural institutions was held in Kabul today with the participation of more than 300 people, including women from the fields of culture, literature and mass media from all over the country.

Respect for cultural diversity is key to prosperity, says experts

KABUL (SW) – Experts believe respect for Afghanistan’s cultural diversity as a value can be used for the prosperity and growth of society instead of fueling political rivalries, leading to political and security stability.

Fears of terror attack overshadow Sufism activities in Ghazni

GHAZNI (SW) – In the wake of mounting attacks on religious places, all activities at various shrines and other sacred places in Ghazni province have

Signs of an historic city emerge in Zabul

QALAT (SW) – Authorities in Zabul province claim remains of a cave tens of meters underground have been found with marks of an historic city with ancient buildings.

Mujahid says no restrictions on press freedom

KABUL (SW) – In his message on World Press Freedom Day, Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesman for the Islamic Emirate, claimed there were no restrictions on media in the country.

Deputy spy master’s remarks on syllabus spark concerns

KABUL (SW) – The recent remarks by the Deputy Director General of Intelligence of the Islamic Emirate s about the school syllabus has sparked concerns and outrage among the academic circles.