Environment
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Indian Investors Eye Afghanistan’s Mineral Sector
DID Press: Afghan officials under the Taliban have reported that a group of Indian traders has expressed interest in investing in Afghanistan’s mining sector, particularly copper and iron. Hussamuddin Sabri, Deputy for Finance and Administration at the Ministry of Mines…
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Panjshir Emeralds: From Mines to Auctions, Taliban’s Growing Revenue Source
DID Press: Since the Taliban’s return to power, Panjshir emeralds have become one of the central pillars of Afghanistan’s natural resource extraction and sales. The holding of official auctions, the announcement of multi-million-dollar revenues, and repeated emphasis on the role…
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AI Carbon Footprint Rivals NYC Emissions, Study Finds
DID Press: A new research report indicates that the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence in 2025 has led to a significant rise in greenhouse gas emissions—so much so that its carbon footprint now rivals that of New York City. Alex…
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UN Warns of Escalating Water Crisis in Drought-Hit Afghanistan
DID Press: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warned that prolonged drought in Afghanistan is pushing the country toward a severe water crisis. OCHA highlighted that dwindling water resources threaten the lives and health of millions, especially…
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Goldman Sachs Forecasts 14% Rise in Gold, Mixed Outlook for Copper and Energy
DID Press: Goldman Sachs has forecast a sharp rise in gold prices by the end of next year, while offering a more nuanced outlook for copper and energy markets in its latest research note. In its most likely scenario, the…
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Poll: Mixed Hope, Skepticism Over Afghanistan’s Energy Governance
DID Press: A recent survey conducted by DID Press Agency reveals a divided public outlook on the proposal to establish an independent oil and gas authority in Afghanistan, reflecting both cautious optimism and deep institutional skepticism over energy governance in…
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Tunisian Shiites: Cautious Path of Growth in Challenging Environment
DID Press: After the Tunisian revolution in 2011, Shiites in the country faced new and complex realities that shaped their cautious behavior in social and political spheres. Accurate information about the population and activities of Shiites in Tunisia is not…
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Weather Alert: Nationwide Rainfall Wave to Hit Afghanistan
DID Press: A new and widespread rainfall wave is entering western and northwestern Afghanistan Tuesday and is expected to cover most provinces, including Kabul, by next Saturday. According to meteorological forecasts, the new rainfall wave, which begins today in the…
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China, Saudi Arabia Agree to Closer Regional and Global Coordination
DID Press: China and Saudi Arabia agreed to enhance coordination and communication on regional and international affairs, as Beijing intensifies diplomatic engagement in the Middle East amid rising global protectionism and unilateralism. During his visit to the region, Chinese Foreign…
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Pre-Christian Era Archaeological Site Discovered in Laghman
DID Press: Officials from the Taliban-run Directorate of Information and Culture in Laghman province announced the discovery of an ancient archaeological site dating back to the pre-Christian era in Si-Tan village, located in the Sao Valley of Alinegar district. The…
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