Meet Ghani Baradar, Taliban's public face and Mullah Omar's brother-in-law

Abdul Ghani Baradar, the Taliban leader freed from a Pakistani jail on the request of the US less than three years ago, has emerged as an "undisputed victor" of the 20-year war in Afghanistan,......

India reacts cautiously to US-Taliban peace deal

In a guarded reaction to the peace deal between the United States and the Taliban, India on Saturday said its consistent policy has been to support all opportunities that can bring peace, security......

US, Taliban sign peace agreement to end 18-yr war

The United States and the Taliban on Saturday signed a peace deal in Doha, Qatar, after months of negotiations, aimed at ending the 18-year long war in Afghanistan and which will pave the way for......

Biden ready to reset US-Pak ties

US-Pakistan relations are poised to touch a qualitatively new level under the Biden administration, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar. IMAGE: Then US vice president Joe Biden, centre, plays host to......

Toney rescues Al-Ahli; Ronaldo brace for Al-Nassr

IMAGE: Cristiano Ronaldo scores Al Nassr's third goal during the Asian Champions League Group B match against Al Gharafa at Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, Qatar, on Monday. Photograph: Ibraheem Al......

Soccer coach jailed for 20 years in China

IMAGE: China coach Li Tie. Photograph: Ibraheem Al Omari/Reuters China's crackdown on corruption in soccer claimed a notable figure on Friday when former Everton midfielder and national team......

Barca's Xavi 'proud and calm' after sacking

IMAGE: The 44-year-old Xavi arrived at Barcelona on a three-year deal following the departure of another club legend, Dutchman Ronald Koeman, at the end of 2021. Photograph: Ibraheem Al......

Sunil Chhetri: The backbencher and prankster who will finish on top

IMAGE: Sunil Chhetri will drop curtains on his illustrious career on June 6 at the Salt Lake Stadium when India take on Kuwait. Photographs: Ibraheem Al Omari/Reuters Football was not very close......

Football: India lose to Syria; crash out of Asian Cup

IMAGE: India captain Sunil Chhetri reacts during the Asian Cup match against Syria at Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, on Tuesday. Photograph: Ibraheem Al Omari/Reuters India's wait for a maiden knockout......