Women's rights not on priority list, matter to be dealt with as per Islamic laws: Taliban

Kabul: Taliban has made it clear easing restrictions on women, including ban from universities and working in non-governmental organizations (NGOs), is not on the list of its priorities, reported Khaama Press.

Taliban allows resumption of secondary school lessons only for male students

Kabul/UNI: Since taking power over a month ago, the Taliban has been imposing restrictions on women’s education in universities and schools in Afghanistan. 

Afghan woman activist thrashed by Taliban for seeking political rights: Report

Kabul: A woman activist, who was taking part in a protest demonstration in Kabul seeking political rights under the Taliban rule, was beaten leaving her with head injuries.

Taliban spokesperson says group will support women's rights in Afghanistan

Kabul: Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid on Tuesday said the group will support women's rights and a free media under Islamic law.

Saudi Arabia releases women's rights activist Loujain al-Hathloul from prison after 3 yrs

Riyadh/UNI/IBNS: Saudi Arabia on Wednesday released prominent Saudi women's right activist Loujain al-Hathloul from prison, her family said in a statement.