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Afghanistan records significant surge in domestic tourism over Eid al-Adha

Tourism · Paktia

Afghanistan records significant surge in domestic tourism over Eid al-Adha

Afghanistan witnessed a remarkable increase in domestic tourism during the Eid al-Adha holidays, as thousands of citizens traveled to scenic and cultural destinations across various provinces. According to the Paktia Provincial Media Office, more than 350,000 tourists visited the Spina Shaga recreational park in Zazi Aryob district during the Eid celebrations. The park, now considered one of the most popular leisure destinations in southeastern …Read Article

Explosion in Paktia, Afghanistan Kills One, Injures Four - Khaama Press

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Explosion in Paktia, Afghanistan Kills One, Injures Four - Khaama Press

An explosion in Paktia killed a 12-year-old child and injured four others, exposing risks from leftover war explosives in Afghanistan. Local sources in Paktia province report that a 12-year-old child was killed and four others injured in a mine explosion. The incident occurred in the village of Hasan Khil in Dand-e-Patan district on Sunday. According to reports, the children were playing with a mortar shell when the explosion happened. Locals at…See the Story

Suspect Arrested for Killing Polio Vaccinator in Paktia, Afghanistan - Khaama Press

A suspect has been arrested in Paktia following the killing of a polio vaccinator during the second round of immunization Abdul Mateen Qani, spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior of the interim administration, announced that one individual has been arrested in connection with the killing of a polio vaccination worker in Gardez city, Paktia province. According to news sources, a polio vaccination worker in Gardez, the provincial capital of Pa…Polio · Paktia See the Story

Αφγανιστάν: Ένοπλος άνοιξε πυρ εναντίον εργαζομένων στην εκστρατεία εμβολιασμού κατά της πολιομυελίτιδας -Ένας νεκρός και ένας τραυματίας

Ένας εργαζόμενος στην εκστρατεία εμβολιασμού κατά της πολιομυελίτιδας σκοτώθηκε και ένας άλλος τραυματίστηκε στην πόλη Γκαρντέζ του ανατολικού Αφγανιστάν σήμερα Δευτέρα (26/5), όταν ένοπλος άνοιξε πυρ κατά τη διάρκεια του δεύτερου γύρου της εθνικής εκστρατείας εμβολιασμού δήλωσε στο Reuters εκπρόσωπος της αστυνομίας στην επαρχία Πακτίκα. Ένας ύποπτος συνελήφθη, σύμφωνα με τον εκπρόσωπο της τοπικής αστυνομίας Μουνίμπ Ζαντράν. Πηγή: Reuters www.er…Gardez · Gardez Read Article

Paktia beekeepers demand access to global markets

Beekeepers in southeastern Paktia province have voiced concern over the lack of market for their honey products, calling on relevant government institutions to support local marketing and facilitate honey exports.Paktia · Paktia Read Article

Paktia dairy products hard hit by powdered milk

A number of dairy cow farmers in southeastern Paktia say the rising cost of animal feed, the widespread availability of powdered milk and low-quality dairy products have severely affected their businesses, leaving them on the verge of collapse.Paktia · Paktia Read Article

105 Ancient Coins discovered in Paktia, moved to local Museum - Khaama Press

Authorities in Paktia discovered 105 ancient coins, seizing them from smugglers and transferring them to the province’s local museum. Cultural officials in Afghanistan’s Paktia province have announced the discovery and seizure of more than 100 ancient coins. These historical artifacts, recovered by local security forces, were subsequently transferred to the provincial museum for safekeeping and documentation. According to the Paktia Directorate …Paktia · Paktia Read Article

2 children killed in Paktia lightning strike

Two children have been killed as a result of a lightning strike in southeastern Paktia province, an official said on Saturday.Paktia · Paktia Read Article

Afghanistan: Paktia growers call for greenhouse promotion from government

A number of farmers in southeastern Paktia province say greenhouses consume less water than open fields and give higher yields. They urged the Department of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, as well as relevant organisations, to support them in the construction of greenhouses, control of plant…Paktia · Paktia Read Article

New residential township for Afghan returnees to be built in Paktia Province

Construction of a new residential township for Afghan returnees has been officially inaugurated in Paktia province, according to officials. The township is being constructed on 2,000 acres of land and will feature 890 housing units upon completion. Acting Minister of Urban Development and Housing, Hamdullah Nomani, stated that the project is being carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation. He emphasized that the…Paktia · Paktia Read Article

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