India & Afghanistan
40 shared events · Importance 9 · Last updated May 16, 2026
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Regulatory
India: India has identified 40 sub-sectors for expedited FDI clearance from land-bordering countries, aiming to attract investment while maintaining control by Indian citizens/entities.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan is among the land-bordering countries whose FDI proposals in specified sectors will be processed under India's new expedited clearance and reporting guidelines.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
India: India is urged by Abbas Araghchi to persist with its strategic investments in Iran — Chabahar Port and to play a greater diplomatic role in the West Asian region. Its investments have slowed due to United States sanctions.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan is mentioned as a beneficiary of Iran — Chabahar Port, which serves as India's gateway to the country.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
India: India is a member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, which Russia is encouraging to revive its contact group with Afghanistan.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan, under the Taliban government, is receiving formal recognition and cooperation from Russia, potentially improving its international standing and regional security.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
International
India: A rare visit by the Taliban's foreign minister to India added complexity to the already fragile relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan is a key participant in the peace talks with Pakistan, seeking to maintain peace and address border security. The potential for open war if talks fail poses a significant threat to Afghanistan's stability.
Oct 25, 2025 · 6 articles
International
India: India is facing an acute cooking gas shortage due to the conflict, leading to increased domestic LPG production and efforts to secure alternative imports.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, is experiencing a severe water crisis, which is unrelated to the main geopolitical events.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
Afghanistan: Some Indian missiles reportedly went into Afghanistan, indicating a potential spillover of the conflict, though Afghanistan is not directly involved as a belligerent.
May 08, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan's interim Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi is expected to join a trilateral meeting in Beijing with China and Pakistan to discuss regional peace and security.
May 18, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan ranks lowest on the Henley Passport Index, with its passport holders having visa-free access to the fewest countries.
Jul 22, 2025 · 10 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan as a nation is experiencing a worsening water crisis, particularly in its capital Afghanistan — Kabul, exacerbated by climate change, decades of conflict, and governance failures. The country's global isolation and sanctions hinder its ability to address the crisis.
Jul 05, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Afghanistan: India is deepening its bilateral engagement with Afghanistan through the upgrade of its diplomatic mission in Afghanistan — Kabul.
Oct 10, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan remains the world's weakest passport at No. 106, offering visa-free access to just 24 destinations.
Oct 14, 2025 · 9 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan is a primary nation involved in the ongoing conflict with Pakistan, which Donald Trump has pledged to resolve.
Oct 26, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Afghanistan: Potential escalation in conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan could further limit airspace, exacerbating flight disruptions.
Feb 28, 2026 · 32 articles
Tech
Afghanistan: Afghanistan experienced massive light loss due to armed conflict and infrastructure collapse.
Apr 08, 2026 · 8 articles
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